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Hello, Friends! I’m stoked to share Episode #91 of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast with you. In this one, I sit down with Michael Saltz, a New York-based comedian, and we take a dive into jokes. We kick things off with his hilarious tale of getting stuck in a water slide and then we workshop that story and try to punch it up. We also chat about how everyday chaos is comedy gold. Lastly, we have a blast with some live, on-the-spot, joke exercises where we riff on everything from ancient undersea walls to celebrity antics. This episode is super fun and has some great advice. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. JOKE MEMORY COURSE: My companion course to “The Joke Writer’s Lab” is now live: “The Comedian’s Memory Lab.” Never get nervous about blanking on stage again! This method works for 10 jokes or 100, a set that’s 3 minutes of 1 hour. You can get it HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hello, Friends! I’m stoked to share Episode #90 of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast with you. In this episode, I sit down with Michael Saltz, a New York-based nurse, firefighter, and clean comedian. During our chat, we get into how he first got started at a firehouse comedy show, the value of capturing attention quickly, and the challenge of balancing comedy with the busyness of life. We also talk about the importance of honest feedback, embracing vulnerability, and why supporting fellow comedians is essential. This episode is packed with practical advice on what it takes to succeed in comedy. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. JOKE MEMORY COURSE: My companion course to “The Joke Writer’s Lab” is now live: “The Comedian’s Memory Lab.” Never get nervous about blanking on stage again! This method works for 10 jokes or 100, a set that’s 3 minutes of 1 hour. You can get it HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hi, Friends! In episode 89 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast, I sit down with the incredibly talented comedian Jeremi George. We get into faith and comedy and Jeremi shares some stories that range from the absurd to the deeply personal. We workshop a joke about a handicap healing service then make up some jokes right on the spot from random prompts. Along the way, Jeremi’s insights are at times equally hilarious and insightful. Join us for a chat filled with laughter, wisdom, and a few funny-as-crap surprises along the way. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. JOKE MEMORY COURSE: My companion course to “The Joke Writer’s Lab” is now live: “The Comedian’s Memory Lab.” Learn how to conceptualize, organize, and memorize your entire comedy set. This method works for 10 jokes or 100, a set that’s 3 minutes of 1 hour. You can get it HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hi Friends! It’s Episode 88 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast. In this one, I sit down with comedian Jeremi George. As he shares his journey into stand-up comedy, we also discuss the challenges and joys of performing, the importance of supportive relationships, and the personal pain that often fuels comedic material. Jeremi shares some valuable advice for aspiring comedians, especially around networking, and reflects on the business side of it all. Tune in! BREAKING - “THE COMEDIAN’S MEMORY LAB” COURSE: I haven’t even made a post about it here on my site yet, but I wanted to go ahead and share the news that my newest comedy course is now live! It’s called “The Comedian’s Memory Lab” and it contains about an hour-and-a-half worth of material that shows, step by step, how to conceptualize, organize, and memorize your entire comedy set. This method I’ve developed works for 10 jokes or 100. It works for a set that’s 3 minutes of 1 hour. You can get it HERE. (More to come soon!) JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey, Friends! It’s episode #87 of the Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast. In this one, my guest, comedian Dewayne White and I, pull back the curtain and give you a front row seat into the world of comedy. We explore the absurdity of Civil War reenactments and other peculiar hobbies and discuss the comedic potential of these topics. We crack tons of jokes along the way and share some helpful insights. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hello, Friends! Episode 86 of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast is now live. Yayuh! In this one, I sit down with the hilarious Dwayne White, whose story is fascinating and work ethic is inspiring. We get into his incredible journey from military life to the comedy stage, his ambitious quest to perform in all 50 states, and the rewarding experience of teaching comedy to veterans overseas. Dwayne shares his insights on the ups and downs of being a traveling comedian, his unique writing process, and offers some golden advice for anyone looking to break into stand-up. If you’re down for a fun conversation filled with laughter, great stories, and free insight, tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey, Friends! It’s Welcome to Episode 85 of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups Podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by the hilarious and insightful Jason Hedden. Here in Part 2 of our conversation, we get out into deep waters of joke writing and stand-up comedy. We explore the creative process behind crafting jokes, share some personal stories, and brainstorm on-the-spot joke ideas. From hiring Spiderman for a birthday party to the quirks of child labor laws to what’s going on in the world, we pretty much cover it all and we do it with some good humor and tips. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey, Friends! Michael Halcomb here and, in this episode of “Messed-Up to Set-Ups,” I sit down with the multi-talented Jason Hedden. This dude’s pretty amazing! For Part 1 of our chat, we dive headfirst into his fascinating journey from the academy to theater to stand-up comedy and explore the unique challenges and rewards of each. Jason shares his insights on overcoming stage fright, the importance of writing discipline, and the art of producing successful comedy shows. He also drops some super useful knowledge on what he, as a booker, is looking for when it comes to booking other comedians. So, whether you’re an aspiring comedian or just love a good laugh, this episode is full of insanely valuable advice…and lots of good laughs. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hiya, Friends! It’s Episode 83 of The Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast. And in this episode, I (Michael Halcomb) sit down again with comedian Danny Johnson. We get deep into the art of spontaneous joke-making and explore, in a very hands-on way, the creative process behind crafting jokes on the fly. We share hilarious anecdotes and insights into the world of comedy. Danny brings an original joke and we punch it up then we spend time make jokes from random prompts. It’s super fun. So, tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey, Friends! It’s time for Episode 82 of The Messed-Up to Set-Ups Podcast! I’m stoked to have comedian Danny Johnson join me. Here in Part 1 of this 2-part interview, we get into his incredible journey from writing jokes in grade school to making it on Comedy Central. Danny shares his unique writing process and offers truly invaluable advice for aspiring comedians. Whether you’re a comedy fan or an up-and-coming comic, you seriously won’t want to miss this insightful and entertaining conversation. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Friends, it’s Episode #81 of the Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast! In this one, I welcome back the absolutely hilarious comedian, David Kaye, for part two of our conversation. We get into the art of joke writing/crafting, and talk about how life’s messed-up moments can fuel comedy. David also shares a bit about how his quest for approval shaped his comedic voice. We also brainstorm new material, riff on headlines, and discuss the value of collaboration in comedy. It’s another behind-the-scenes look at the creative process in comedy that you don’t wanna miss. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hi, Friends! It’s episode 80 of the Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast. In this one, I sit down with the multi-talented comedian David Kaye, who has not only made a name for himself in the world of stand-up but has also raised over three-and-a-half million dollars through his unique comedy fundraisers. We dive into his journey from starting out at the Funny Bone in Pittsburgh to becoming a comedy club journeyman, and how he transitioned into the fundraising business. He shares his insights on the challenges of clean comedy, the importance of having a plan, and the creative process behind his jokes. I’m telling you now: this episode is packed with laughter and valuable lessons. You don’t wanna miss it. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey, Friends! It’s episode 79 of the “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast and we’re inching closer and closer to 100. In this one, I’m thrilled to welcome back comedian Scott Bedgood for Part 2 of our super fun conversation. And you can listen in or watch as we wade deeper into Scott’s comedic process and explore the origins of and work on one of his jokes. And, as usual, we tackle some spontaneous joke writing exercises and make up jokes on the spot. So, whether you’re a comedy enthusiast or just curious about the craft of joke writing, tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hey Friends, it’s episode 78 of the “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast. In this episode, I sit down with the hilarious and insightful comedian, Scott Bedgood. Join us as Scott shares his journey from Dallas to Chattanooga, revealing some of his greatest challenges and triumphs in stand-up. Here we also get into his unique approach to comedy, the art of storytelling, and the importance of embracing fear to find laughter. If you’re a seasoned comedian or just curious about the world of stand-up, this episode’s for you. Scott’s candid insights and humor will leave you inspired and entertained. Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe

Hiya, Friends! It’s Episode 77 of “The Messed-Up to Set-Ups Podcast,” and in this one I’m thrilled to welcome back the hilarious John Floyd. This time, we’re diving into the art of spontaneous joke creation. Join us as we explore the comedic process by workshopping one of John’s jokes then make up punchlines on the fly. Along the way, we also share some personal stories. Whether it’s the frustration of online bill payments or the quirks of everyday life, we find humor in the little things, the daily annoyances, the mundane. Want a peek behind the curtain to see how comedians work? Tune in! JOKE WRITING COURSE: By the way, if you have any interest at all in learning about your persona, how to write some jokes, or doing stand-up comedy, check out my online joke writing course, “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe