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Messed-Up To Set-Ups - A MichaelHalcomb.Live Podcast

Discussing The Messed-Up Things That Make Life Funny
Stand-Up Comedy
Joke Writing
Comedy
The Joke Writer's Lab
Farmersburg, Indiana
Clean Comedy
Kailua, United States
Nashville
Cory Booker
Barbie
Improv
Online Comedy Classes
Crowd Work
Los Angeles, United States
Comedy Writing
Humor
Three-Step Joke Structure
Michaelhalcomb.live
AI (artificial Intelligence)
Louisville, Kentucky

Reflections on Comedy, Stand-Up or Otherwise, from Michael Halcomb. Discussing The Messed-Up Things That Make Life Funny. www.michaelhalcomb.live

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes102Foundeda year ago
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Hello, Friends! In episode 103 of The Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast! I’m super stoked to welcome the hilarious Tyrone Burston, a two-time Queen City Comedian of the Year from Charlotte, NC. In this episode, we get into his journey from Hartford to Cha... more

Hello, Friends! It’s Episode 102, which is also Part 2 of my conversation with comedian Big Rich Brock. In this episode of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast, we dig into the art of comedy and the stories behind the jokes. Big Rich reveals some of the ... more

Hello, Friends! In this 101st episode of The Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast, I sit down with the hilarious Big Rich Brock. He’s a comedian with a unique journey from pastoring to headlining comedy shows. In this episode, we get into his life in Georgia... more

Hello, Friends! I’m pleased to share this milestone 100th episode of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast! Here, I share 100 transformative tips that will elevate your stand-up game. All 100 tips come from the episodes leading up to this one. I go back o... more

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Tommy Morin
Comedian based in the Boston area, dry bar comedian, guest on Huckabee
Self
Episode: From Brainstorms to Belly Laughs
Andy Beningo
Comedian described as having a prolific touring career
Independent Comedian
Episode: Local Gigs to Global Stages - Comedy in All 50 States
Lee Hardin
Comedian
Nashville-based comedian; has Dry Bar special; appeared on Mike Huckabee show
Episode: You Gotta Stay Fresh & Obsessed
Johnny Watson
Comedian
Johnny Watson
Episode: The First Left-Handed Caveman
Michael Saltz
Comedian, Spartan racer, nurse by training
Saltz Comedy Spot
Episode: Balancing Work, Life, & Comedy
Jeremi George
Actor and comedian
Hulu, Netflix, HBO, BET (mentioned)
Episode: Turning Struggles Into Stand-Up Success
Dewayne White
Comedian invited onto the show
Comedian
Episode: When Weird Things Become Comedy Gold
Dwayne White
Comedian, actor, and educator who teaches a veteran-focused comedy class
Independent comedian
Episode: Performing Stand-Up in All 50 States & Overseas Tours
Jason Hedden
Florida resident, comedian, producer, and theater/arts educator
Jason Hedden (self-described)
Episode: Getting Booked & Sharing the Stage with Comedy Legends

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Michael Halcomb
Host of the show, central figure guiding live joke-writing sessions and career discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#211
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#213
Canada/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#109
France/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#240
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Apple Podcasts
#103
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Apple Podcasts
#127
New Zealand/Comedy/Stand-Up

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Clean Comedy, Big Impact
Q: Imagine somebody is watching or listening who is on the brink of doing stand-up for the first time, what are your best one or two pieces of advice?
Know why you're doing it—have a mission. Then, as Michael Jr. taught, focus on giving people the opportunity to laugh rather than just chasing laughs, and avoid living merely for show or self-affirmation.
2 Comedians Telling, Editing, & Making Up Jokes
Q: How do you handle material that touches on sensitive topics like gender or race in a roast?
We keep it playful and observed about behaviors rather than targeting protected groups, focusing on the situation or the stereotype rather than individuals.
2 Comedians Telling, Editing, & Making Up Jokes
Q: What are some of the first steps you take to write a new joke on the spot?
We walk through prompts like roasting a random image or turning a headline into a joke, using a timer to keep it tight and then refining into longer setups.
An Atheist & Christian Talk Comedy
Q: How did the idea of turning a dormant church into a theater originate and what were the first steps?
The concept arose from recognizing the building's potential as a community hub and turning the space into something that serves both art and people, followed by initial rehab work and ongoing development to make performances feasible.
Kind Comedy Vs. Clean Comedy
Q: Are you married?
No, I'm divorced but I'm in a relationship now; I was married for about 20 years before the breakup.

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The show features veteran stand-up comedians and industry veterans who walk through the craft of comedy with a workshop-like, collaborative format. Episodes frequently center on joke-writing, crowd-work, material testing, and career trajectories—from open mics to national tours and even international venues. A distinctive trait is the hands-on, live-writing approach: hosts and guests riff on premises, test setups in real time, and share practical tips for refining bits, staying authentic, and sustaining a long-running act. Frequent themes include balancing life and comedy, clean versus edgier material, the business side of touring, and building a supportive writing community. Listeners can expect actionable guidance for aspiring comics, plu... more

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