Barry Katz Unplugged: Elevate Your Act

Hello, Friends! It’s episode 107 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast. In this episode, I chat with an absolute giant in the comedy world: Barry Katz. We discuss how original premises and emotional honesty can transform ordinary routines into unforgettable hits, and why every comedian needs a “hit song” in their act. Barry also shares some behind-the-scenes principles that turn routines into viral sensations, especially when it comes to emphasizing the power of phraseology and originality. Barry also talks about exploiting every avenue including books, podcasts, YouTube, or live rooms, to boost visibility and income in the comedy world. If you want to uncover some secrets to making your comedy career unstoppable, don’t miss this episode. Tune in!Fact: The two biggest fears for any comedian are staring at a blank page without a punchline, and standing under a hot spotlight and completely forgetting the next joke. So, I built two completely online, self-paced courses to solve both of these problems permanently. Join the growing community of working comedians and first-timers who’ve already used these labs to completely bulletproof their sets:* The Joke Writer’s Lab: Stop guessing at what makes people laugh. In this self-paced, online course, you’ll get the tools to find your unique comedic persona and learn the exact mechanics of writing a bulletproof joke. Get it HERE.* The Comedian’s Memory Lab: Never blank on stage again!!! Learn my insider method to build and flawlessly memorize your entire set, whether you are doing 3 minutes at an open mic or headlining for an hour. 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