The man behind Chappelle, Burr and Louis CK reveals his playbook

Barry Katz discovered and managed Dave Chappelle, Bill Burr and Louis CK before anyone knew their names. In this episode, we discuss how he spots talent before it breaks, the negotiation strategies that built comedy empires, and the brutal realities of artist management (including how to survive getting fired). This is episode two of The Black Hoody Podcast with Luke Girgis, interviews with entertainment executives, agents, artists and managers building remarkable businesses. If you have guest suggestions, email me: [email protected]

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