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EPISODE · Sep 6, 2025 · 31 MIN

How Comedians Make Up, Write, & Test Out Jokes

from Messed-Up To Set-Ups - A MichaelHalcomb.Live Podcast · host Michael Halcomb

It’s Episode #53 of “The Messed-Up To Set-Ups” Podcast, which means it’s also part 2 of my chat with comedian Daniel Quintero. In this episode, we engage in a lively discussion about the intricacies of joke writing, we workshop one of Daniel’s original jokes, then we spend some time making up jokes on the spot. Tune in for a pretty candid conversation filled with humor, insights, and practical tips for aspiring comedians wondering how to navigate the world of stand-up comedy.PS: If you’re seriously interested in trying stand-up, the best place to start is learning how to write jokes. You can do that by taking my online 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

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