075 KEITH ALBERSTADT [podcast]

Ever wondered … "should I move to a bigger city for comedy?" Ever struggled with, “Should I go full time?” Keith Alberstadt joins us this week to discuss how he made the jump from an office job to a 24/7 comedy career.   Keith makes his comedy relatable and approachable while delivering it in a confident (and sometimes sarcastic) way. He’s performed for on numerous late might shows including Late Show With David Letterman, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Fox’s Red eye … basically any show on late at night. He also has been a contributing writer for Saturday Night Live’s Weekend update and Jimmy Fallon.   We talk specifically about: Starting and stopping his pursuit of comedy Developing an act on the road Getting things squared away before jumping Noticing improvement Setting goals The choice of NYC over LA How he was persistent in pursuing the David Letterman Show What the process was like leading up to the appearance The pressure of a second Letterman appearance His preference for writing Balancing road vs NYC and much, much more.   This is another must listen for new and aspiring comedians. Especially if you are thinking about going full time.   You can find out more about Keith Alberstadt at:   http://keithcomedy.com/   WATCH KEITH ON LAST COMIC STANDING:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVFhHLec1go   KEITH ON THE DAVID LETTERMAN SHOW:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MAs7flPvOE   FOLLOW KEITH:   https://twitter.com/KeithAlberstadt   YOUTUBE:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvHCuCvb6NaZZOkG6e6oyg     You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] . Guest Blog Posts If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site. Sponsor An Episode Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes. Fix a Joke We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke. Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free. @SCHOOLOFLAUGHS  on Twitter