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Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros)

Hot Breath! Media
Comedy
Social Media
Stand-Up Comedy
Comedy Specials
Work-Life Balance
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Family
Mitch Hedberg
Side Hustles
Comedy Workshops
Networking In Comedy
Comedy Central
Clean Comedy
Clean Comedy Workshop
Open Mics
Netflix
Jo Koy
Katt Williams
Social Media Strategies

Every Monday listeners get exclusive access to the most influential minds in comedy. Award winning comedian and host Joel Byars captures the inspiring stories and insightful techniques behind your favorite comics with interviews NPR describes as "discovering the desire to be a comedian, their craft and their unifying bond found within the world of stand up comedy."

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Latest Episodes

Hot Breath! is back with some hot topics heating up the comedy world.

• Jimmy Kimmel gets fired after his Charlie Kirk and Donald Trump jokes goes viral

• Nate Bargatze gets roasted by the media for "bombing" at the Emmys

• Kam Patterson books SNL ... more

My OG comedy mentor Akintunde joins the Hot Breathiverse to share his 30+ years of comedy experience. We dive deep on the business of comedy and how to monetize your funny TODAY.

One of my favorite quotes is "every piece of content is digital real e... more

This month's contest winner Bob Kirk joins us to share how he wrote a killer 60 second set in just two weeks.

Join our contest on Patreon here: patreon.com/hotbreathpod



YouTube: Bob Kirk Comedy

www.youtube.com/@BobKirkComedy/sho... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Quintero
Clean Comedy Contest winner and comedian
Independent comedian
Episode: May Contest Winner Daniel Quintero - How to Turn Stories into Jokes, Joke Editing Tips + MORE
Raffi Bastos
Brazilian comedian known as the John Stewart of Brazil, now gaining popularity in the U.S.
Episode: #055 - Should You Take Notes on Stage?, Roast Culture in Comedy, Doing Drunk Comedy + MORE
Scott Shanahan
Winner of the April Clean Comedy Contest and finalist for the past three months.
Episode: April Contest Winner Scott Shanahan - How to Write One Liners, Finding Your Comedic Voice, + MORE
Doug Stanhope
Renowned stand-up comedian known for his brash style and DIY comedy approach.
Episode: #053 - Interviewing Doug Stanhope, Garage Comedy Shows, Developing Stage Prescence + MORE - comedy podcast
Joan Fuchsman
Winner of the Clean Comedy Contest, sharing her experiences and insights about writing clean comedy.
Episode: Clean Comedy Contest Winner Joan Fuchsman - How to Write Clean Comedy, Conquering Anxiety, + MORE
Derrick Stroup
Emerging comedian known for his energetic performances and clean comedy style.
Episode: Derrick Stroup - Lessons from Nate Bargatze and Bert Kreischer, How to Find Your Comedic Voice, Clean Comedy, + MORE - comedy podcast
Helen Anderson
2025 February Clean Comedy Contest winner and aspiring clean comedian.
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Episode: Clean Contest Winner Helen Anderson - Conquering Perfectionism, How to Write Clean Jokes, + MORE
Matt Rife
Popular comedian and high-grossing performer.
Episode: #046 - Working with Matt Rife, Comedy Networking Tips, The Ups and Downs of Comedy - comedy podcast
Mitchell Marroquin
Winner of the $100 Joke Contest and emerging comedian.
Body O Boy Comedy
Episode: $100 Joke Contest Winner Mitchell Marroquin - How to Break Stage Fright, Best Writing Techniques + MORE

Hosts

Joel Byars
Award-winning comedian and host, known for capturing the inspiring stories and insightful techniques behind comedy through interviews with prominent figures in the field.
Yoshi So
Co-host known for his engaging presence and contributions to comedy discussions, often collaborating with Joel Byars in various episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 369 ratings
  • Brendan Shaub is a liar

    Spotify’s stock price has decreased by 34% since they acquired the Joe Rogan podcast not increased as Brendan claims. Also his lawsuit against that YouTuber is for copyright infringement not defamation. Any podcast that unironically has that guy on as a guest is questionable

    Apple Podcasts
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    b showers 19888
    United States2 years ago
  • Great!

    Insightful and a must for any new comedian or comedy fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew S from Queens
    United States3 years ago
  • Perfect Podcast

    Perfect podcast to continue working on your craft as a comedian. Don’t sleep on the hotbreathaverse!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JKlark216
    United States4 years ago
  • The Blueprint

    This podcast is a great playbook for everything in the comedy community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    15_vs_15
    United States4 years ago
  • A Funny Generous Comic

    It’s all good but what I like most about Joel’s Hot Breath! Podcast is that he’s generous with information and seems to really want other people to succeed. That’s the way it should be. Super interesting, fun, and full of info.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dr. Goad
    United States4 years ago

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Perfect podcast to continue working on your craft as a comedian. Don't sleep on the hotbreathaverse!
Insightful and a must for any new comedian or comedy fan!
Great podcast! It's obvious that Joel puts in the work to research his guests, leading to thoughtful questions and deep discussions on comedy.
This podcast is a hidden gem with high-quality content that relates to anyone passionate about comedy.
Joel is generous with information and seems to really want other people to succeed.
This podcast is a great playbook for everything in the comedy community.
If you are new or well experienced in comedy this is the place for you to improve!
An amazing source for stand up comedy knowledge. Great tips, tricks, and lessons from the best comedians.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#76
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#71
United Kingdom/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#93
Canada/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#104
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Apple Podcasts
#116
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Apple Podcasts
#121
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Comedian Akintunde - The Big Business of Content, How To Make Money From Comedy
Q: How can the Hot Breathiverse help in supporting to make your app launch the biggest it can be?
Everyone can download the Joke Farm app now and support it as we go live full on Thanksgiving Day this year.
Comedian Akintunde - The Big Business of Content, How To Make Money From Comedy
Q: So how can comics that are listening to this get involved or apply for [Search for the One]?
Log on to searchfortheone.com and sign up.
Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write More Jokes Faster, Best Joke Writing Prompts + MORE
Q: So how does it feel? Take us through the emotions you're going through right now.
Bob expresses feelings of nostalgia and emotions associated with his age, humorously acknowledging that he feels like a 'breathing piece of nostalgia.'
#062 - How to Book More Gigs, Networking Tips, Measuring Your Comedy Progress
Q: Any thoughts on how character voices might be detrimental to your comedy, or how they might help punch up your comedy?
Character work can add another dimension to your jokes and enhance performance, as long as it's set up correctly.
#062 - How to Book More Gigs, Networking Tips, Measuring Your Comedy Progress
Q: What would be the best way to measure comic progression?
Time and activity are good metrics; track how many new jokes you write and perform, the gigs you get paid for, and increase in set length.

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Focusing on the art and craft of comedy, this podcast features exclusive interviews with influential comedians and industry professionals. Each episode reveals personal stories, techniques, and insights that aspiring comedians and comedy enthusiasts can learn from, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in stand-up humor. The host adopts a conversational style that encourages guests to share their journeys, including their challenges and successes, fostering a sense of community among listeners. With a wide range of topics covered—ranging from joke writing and performance tips to explorations of the comedy business—this podcast is recognized for its unique ability to blend informative content with entertaining discussions.

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Recent guests on Hot Breath! include:

1. Daniel Quintero
2. Raffi Bastos
3. Scott Shanahan
4. Doug Stanhope
5. Joan Fuchsman
6. Derrick Stroup
7. Helen Anderson
8. Matt Rife

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