Why Being Funny Isn’t Enough Anymore | Danny Johnson

Send us Fan MailYou ever get into one of those conversations where you think you know the subject… and then suddenly you’re ten layers deeper than you ever expected to go? That’s what happened here.This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re joined by Danny Johnson, a stand-up comedian making his mark in the world of clean comedy. We start by talking about the craft, how a joke is built, why timing matters more than the words, and how comedians actually think.And then we keep going, because comedy is more than just about being funny anymore.Now it’s social media, followers, clips, going viral, and pressure. The conversation gets more and more fascinating, as one question keeps coming up: If being funny isn’t enough anymore… then what is?In This Episode:The rise of clean comedy and why it’s finding a bigger audienceHow comedians actually write and build materialThe pressure of social media and why it changes everythingThe difference between being funny and being successfulWhat it really means to “make it” in comedy todayAnd why some of the funniest people you’ve ever seen might still be figuring it outThis episode is sponsored by: Sterling Oak Cabinetry (Be sure to tell them Gary sent you!) Bio:Danny Johnson delivers clean stand-up with "Northeast sarcasm and Southern charm," making him a favorite for theaters, corporate events, churches, and community audiences nationwide. A Dry Bar Comedy featured comedian (Apple TV, Amazon & Peacock), he has appeared on Comedy Central, NateLand Live at Zanies, and shared stages with Howie Mandel, Bob Saget, and many others. A Carnival Cruise Line Comedy Challenge winner and 15-year headliner, Danny blends sharp observations, expressive physical comedy, and relatable stories into a show audiences trust and event planners rebook.Website: https://dannyjohnson.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DannyJohnsonComedyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannyjohnsoncomedy/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/comediandannyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dannyjohnsoncomedyConnect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!