
Reflections on Comedy, Stand-Up or Otherwise, from Michael Halcomb. Discussing The Messed-Up Things That Make Life Funny. www.michaelhalcomb.live
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 124 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Stand-UpComedy | |||

Hello, Friend! In this episode of “Messed-Up to Set-Ups,” I chat with the hilarious Dr. Terry Lindvall about the surprising humor hidden in the Bible, church history, and the life of Jesus. We also get into Terry’s unique career path, his many books,... more
Hello, Friend! In this episode of “Messed-Up to Set-Ups,” I chat with humorist and economist, Chris Stiffler, about his unique journey from in the world of comedy. We share helpful insights that inspire growth in humor writing and momentum for stand-... more
Hello, Friend! In this episode of “Messed-Up to Set-Ups,” I chat with the brilliant and hilarious Christopher Stiffler. We get into just about everything, from the unpredictable weather to the art of teaching economics with humor. We dive into his jo... more
Hello, Friend! It’s episode 120 of the “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast. In part 2 of my chat with comedian Hal Wilson, we get into his journey from thinking he was a gangster to embracing stand-up comedy. We dive into hilarious stories from the 90s, e... more
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The show centers on practical, workshop-style conversations about comedy, joke writing, and performing. Episodes frequently feature live brainstorming, premise development, crowd-work techniques, and branding considerations for comedians, often with guests ranging from up-and-coming comics to seasoned industry veterans. Across episodes, listeners get a transparent look at the joke-writing process, collaboration dynamics, and strategies for building a performing career, including marketing, touring, and diversification beyond live shows. A standout aspect is the frequent integration of real-time writing exercises, coaching, and collaborative riffs, which can be especially valuable for aspiring comics or teams that support comedians in conten... more
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