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Brendan Schaub - Handling Online Hate, Past Mistakes, Young Comic Advice + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-12-11T08:00
Love him or hate him, you can’t deny Brendan Schaub’s impact on comedy.
Regardless if you believe his impact is for better or worse, you can’t deny he gets more online hate than other com...
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Gianmarco Soresi - How to do Crowd Work, The Future of Comedy, Young comic advice - comedy podcast from 2023-12-04T08:00
Gianmarco Soresi joins the Hot Breathiverse for a crowd work masterclass. Over the past year he has built a huge social media following that is now converting to sold out shows. With every comic...
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Joey Avery - How to Do Viral Crowd Work, Andrew Schulz Advice, Algorithm Tricks, + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-11-27T08:00
Joey Avery joins us to spit major game on social media and how comedians can use it to sell tickets. After being mentored by Andrew Schulz, Joey has built an engaged social media following throu...
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Leah Rudick Social Media Masterclass - How to Post Consistently, Generating Viral Ideas, and Getting Millions of Followers - comedy podcast from 2023-11-20T08:00
Social media sensation Leah Rudick joins us to share all her secrets to building millions of followers on social media. We've interviewed a lot of social media comedians on this show and Leah's ...
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Josh Sneed - Mentored by Mitch Hedberg, Comedian Business Advice, Family Balance + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-11-06T08:00
Josh Sneed joins us to share his 25+ years of comedy experience into a masterclass to help comedians level up and get paid. He also shares a lot of great advice for the show and how we can keep ...
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Ian Bagg's 30 Year Overnight Success Story from 2023-10-30T08:00
Ian Bagg returns to Hot Breath! to share all the sauce around his new social media fame. On our first interview together he spoke candidly about how he should be "further along." He actually did...
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Comedian Roundtable at JFL - Paul Elia, Ian Edwards, Eva Alexopoulos, Ariane Tonka from 2023-10-23T08:00
This is our first ever comedian round table discussion and we're kicking it off with a bang. Paul El...
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Michael Colyar - Street Performing Comedy, Breaking Addiction, Crowd Work + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-10-16T08:00
Michael Colyar joins us to share his inspiring journey from a drug addict street performer to working with comedians like Eddie Murphy, Bernie Mac, and more. Michael has seen it all and gets rea...
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Steve Byrne - Is Crowd Work Ruining Comedy? - Worst Bombs + More - comedy podcast from 2023-10-09T08:00
Steve Byrne is a 30+ year comedy vet that developed in the comedy trenches with the greats like Bill Burr, Patrice O’Neil and more.
His career started sweeping floors at Caroline’s, ...
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Michael Yo - Advice From Jo Koy, Handling Haters, Young Comic Advice + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-10-02T08:00
Before comedy, Michael Yo was a celebrity reporter interviewing everyone from Tom Cruise to Will Smith but now he is a full time comic creating his own success with killer stand-up and social me...
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Jen Fulwiler - How to Go Viral on Social Media (with data), Finding Your Voice, + MORE from 2023-09-25T08:00
In just a few years into comedy Jen Fulwiler has already build a viral social media following selling out venues around the country. She joins us to share all the sauce on how she's doing it wit...
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Bill Dawes - How to Break into Acting, Young Comic Mistakes, Wild Road Stories + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2023-09-18T08:00
Bill Dawes has found success both on stage and on screen and is here to share all his goods for the next generation of comedians. We get into a lot of great tips for acting and auditioning plus ...
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CJ Landry - Working at The Mothership, Starting Comedy with Ralph Barbosa, + MORE from 2023-09-04T08:00
CJ Landry is the definition of "all-in" on this comedy game and has sacrificed everything to make his comedy dreams come true. That is through living out of Air BnBs to stealing form Doordash an...
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Live Q&A - The Harsh Truth of Open Mics, When to Kill a Joke, + Special Guest! from 2023-08-29T19:05
We answer a lot of great questions and also get a surprise visit from a Hot Breathren producing his own shows and booking big name comedians. He joined us to share all his sauce to help you do t...
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Our Biggest Announcement EVER - Hot Breath! and Big Laugh Comedy from 2023-08-29T12:00
After over 7 years of doing this podcast, this episode is a first of its kind. We're making a very special announcement that is going to level up the Hot Breathiverse into a new galaxy and we're...
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Live Q&A - Finding the Right Venue, Social Media Marketing Tips, Zoom Mics + MORE from 2023-08-28T08:00
This week's Q&A covers a lot of topics to help you level up your comedy business game. We talk about how to find the right venue for a killer show, how to promote that show on social media, ...
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LIVE Q&A - Comedians to Watch for Inspiration, Contacting Bookers, Navigating a Small Comedy Scene, + MORE from 2023-08-21T08:00
This week's live Q&A gets into the goods on our favorite comics to find inspiration, how to add tags to your jokes, how to contact bookers and much more!
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LIVE Q&A - Crowd Work Dos and Don'ts, How to Define Clean Comedy, Comedy Taxes + MORE from 2023-08-14T08:00
This live Q&A gets into the goods on a range of topics from Nate Bargatze's opinion to young comics on crowd work to taxes, corporate gigs, and finding your on stage persona.
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LIVE Q&A - Judd Apatow's Best Writing Advice, Should You Perform Sober?, Christopher Titus Storytelling Tips + MORE from 2023-08-07T08:00
This live Q&A gets into the goods on a lot of great topics that are going to level up your writing, storytelling, and performing. Listen, learn, and share!
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LIVE Q&A- Is Crowd Work Ruining Comedy? Is Comedy Booming or Busting? Are Comedy Classes Worth it? + More from 2023-07-31T08:00
Today Joel does a solo Q&A and gets into the goods on some of today's hottest topics. He goes deep on the good/bad impact of crowd work clips on comedy, the value of comedy classes, plus muc...
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Barry Brewer IG Live - Performing on America's Got Talent, Working with Tyler Perry, Producing Comedy Specials + MORE from 2023-07-27T22:58
We had a great live Q&A with the homie Barry Brewer spitting game on his worst bomb on stage, lessons learned from Tyler Perry, creating his own studio + MORE
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LIVE Q&A- The Most Underrated Comics, Festival Submission Tips, When to Post on Social Media + MORE from 2023-07-24T08:00
This episode gives the goods on how to stand out from other comics, when to know you're ready for festivals, types of content to share on social media and our favorite comics we believe deserve ...
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Live Q&A - Best Hosting Tips, Social Media Advice, + MORE from 2023-07-17T08:00
We're back with our weekly live Q&A to answer your comedy questions. Joel and Yoshee review their recent experience performing on a Hot Breather's event and answer questions like:
Just for Laughs Booker Neil Bansil - How to Get into JFL, Produce Your Own Shows, + MORE from 2023-07-10T08:00
JFL booker Neil Bansil joins us to share his self made DIY comedy journey from getting shunned in his comedy scene to producing sold out theatre tours and now the booker of Just for Laughs Comed...
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LIVE Q&A- Joel's Mustache Gets Roasted + How to Write Personal Material, Hosting Tips, + MORE from 2023-07-03T08:00
Joel and Yoshee are back to share their crazy weekend of shows and answer your questions. There is also plenty of roasting Joel's mustache.
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Everything You Need to Know About Dry Bar Comedy Specials from 2023-06-26T08:00
Joel just released his first Dry Bar special and is here to share all the never before heard behind the scenes of booking, recording, and releasing such a high profile comedy special.
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LIVE Q&A- Conquering stage fright, writing original material + more from 2023-06-19T08:00
After three weeks off Joel, his new mustache, and Yoshee are back for our weekly live Q&A. This episode is unlike any we've ever posted. After a heated debate on the definition of family and...
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Joke Writing 101: How to Generate Funny Ideas Faster from 2023-06-12T08:00
If you're struggling with writer's block, this episode will help you break it! We're giving you our most prized joke writing sources to get you writing more consistently and funnily. Is that a w...
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5 Ways to Get Booked on More Shows from 2023-06-05T08:00
If you're wanting to get booked on more shows, this is the podcast for you. We share our favorite tips and tricks to help you get out of the open mic grind and start booking paid work. Listen an...
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5 Steps to Producing Your Own Show from 2023-05-29T08:00
This quick episode breaks down everything you need to know about producing your own show. We cover everything from how to find a venue to how to get paid. Listen and share with your fellow comic...
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Dave Chappelle vs. Richard Pryor, Finding Your Persona, Organizing Your 5 Minute Set, + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-05-22T08:00
This week's Q&A is a goody as we get into useful tips to help you level up your comedy game.
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- Finding Your Persona
- How to ... Listen
How to Shut Down Hecklers, Clean vs. Dirty Jokes, Using Callbacks + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-05-15T09:39
Our weekly Q&A is back with a deep dive into everything you need to level up your comedy game as fast as possible. This week's episode gets into the goodies on how to write clean jokes, shut...
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Hosting Tips, Writing vs. Performing, Storytelling Advice + MORE - comedy podcast from 2023-05-08T08:00
We're back with another Q&A answering your comedy questions to help level up your game. Join us every Tuesday at 5PM to get your questions answered.
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The Top Three Comedy Writing Books, Best Comedy Cities in US, Crowd Work Tips + MORE from 2023-05-01T08:00
This episode is so good Joel got a new haircut and has the roasts to prove it. In between getting roasted by the live viewers, we get into the goodies on our first live Hot Breath! event, Yoshee...
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When to Kill Your Jokes, How to Find a Good Venue, The Value of Stage Time + MORE from 2023-04-24T08:00
This episode dives into the importance of stage time, refining material, and finding the right venue. We emphasize the value of consistency and working out material that you believe is showcase-...
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Dave Schwensen - The Corporate Comedy Masterclass from 2023-04-17T08:00
Dave Schwensen is one of the most credible resources for humor in the corporate world. He not only a comedy coach but also keynote speaker, author and overall wealth of information on everything...
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John Edmonds Kozma Social Media Masterclass from 2023-04-10T08:00
Social media expert John Edmonds Kozma joins us to share all the sauce on the blueprint he created to help several comedians go viral and build a fanbase.
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Dustin Chafin - The New York Comedy Grind, Young Comic Mistakes, Taping a Dry Bar Special + MORE from 2023-04-04T08:00
Dustin Chafin joins the Hot Breathiverse to give us to goods on what it's like coming up in the grueling New York Comedy scene. He also shares a lot of great insight from his experience running ...
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Eva Alexopoulos Comedy Show Production Masterclass Vol. 2 from 2023-03-30T17:27
Eva Alexopoulos returns to give us all the goods on how she has built a show that started with 25 friends in the crowd to becoming part of Just for Laughs Festival. This episode is full of gems ...
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Ricky Glore - Open Mic Mistakes to Avoid, Recording Dry Bar Specials + MORE from 2023-03-14T19:12
Ricky Glore returns to share all he's learned from releasing two albums, a movie, and new Dry Bar special. We get into the goods on young mistakes we see happening way too much, the reality of p...
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World Series of Comedy CEO Joe Lowers Live Q&A - Hosting Tips, Crowd Work Advice, Comedy Festivals, + MORE from 2023-03-13T11:33
We did a live Q&A with the CEO of World Series of Comedy to give you all the juice on what the industry is looking for. This episode is going to teach you what to do and what not to do when ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Comedy Festivals from 2023-03-03T00:00
We dive head first into everything you need to know about comedy festivals. This live Q&A is your guide to leveling up your comedy festival game.
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- When do y... Listen
Live Q&A: Should You Have Notes on Stage? When to Move Scenes, Contacting Bookers, Social Media Tips + MORE from 2023-02-21T18:16
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Live Q&A - Off Limit Joke Topics, How Much to Post Online, Comedy Burnout, Joke Editing + MORE from 2023-02-15T08:00
This episode is from our weekly livestream Q&A where we answer your most pressing comedy questions. Listen, learn and share!
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Comedy 101: Producing Your Own YouTube Special with Adam Muller from 2023-02-01T16:29
Hot Breath! OG Adam Muller joins us to get real about his experience producing his own YouTube comedy special. This is raw talk about what it takes to produce your own special with plenty of les...
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Where we've been and where we're going - Hot Breath! Update from 2023-02-01T15:52
Yo Hot Breathiverse, after posting 400+ episodes we took a month long break and have returned to update you on where we've been and where we're going.
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How to Set Comedy Goals and Actually Achieve Them with a Vision Board (Feat. Jackie Kashian)- Comedy Podcast from 2023-01-02T08:00
Jackie Kashian joins us for a live workshop on how to create a vision board to make this your best year in comedy yet. We are all about comics helping comics and this is going to be a podcast yo...
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The Good, The Bad, and the Bombing of Corporate Comedy from 2022-12-19T08:00
This podcast shares the side of comedy most people don't get to see.
Yoshee and Joel share hilarious road stories from their recent corporate gigs to help you avoid learning lessons they ...
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The True Story of Dane Cook from 2022-12-12T08:00
Dane Cook was on top of the world. He was the world’s first comedian to use social media and become a movie star selling out arenas.
After hours of research and speaking to Dane’s early co...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein: Breaking Writer's Block, Balancing Family and Comedy - comedy podcast from 2022-12-05T08:00
Sandy Bernstein returns as this month's $100 Joke Contest winner to share all the sauce on how she breaks writer's block produces her own shows all while balancing family life. Listen and learn!...
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How to Get on Stage for the First Time (or Get More Stage Time) - comedy podcast from 2022-11-28T08:00
This episode is going to make getting on stage less scary and more fun. Conquering the initial fear of hitting the stage for your first time is the hardest part of this comedy game. Our goal wit...
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How to Bounce Back from Bombing - comedy podcast from 2022-11-21T17:57
Everyone bombs and this quick podcast is going to give you the tools to bounce back faster and stronger than ever. Enjoy the process and join us on our weekly YouTube livestreams every Tuesday a...
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Joe Dombrowski - 20M Views Overnight on the Ellen Show and Sold-Out Comedy Tours - comedy podcast from 2022-11-14T08:00
Joe Dombrowski (aka Mr.D) joins us to share his inspiring journey from being a struggling teacher and comedian to 20M views on the Ellen show overnight. This is a great episode for anyone seekin...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk - Finding Writing Motivation, Writing Jokes with Other Comics, YouTube Shorts + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-11-07T08:00
Bob Kirk has won our contest two months in a row and is back to tell us how he does it and so much more. This is a great conversation about how to write with other comics, create jokes based off...
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Andrew Tarvin - The Skill of Humor (The to Get Paid to Be Funny Beyon Stand-Up Comedy) - comedy podcast from 2022-10-31T08:00
Andrew Tarvin is a master speaker on the topic of humor and he joins us to help you do the same. So many people assume you can only make money from comedy as a stand-up comedian, but Andrew shar...
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Greg Schwem - The Corporate Comedy Masterclass (How to Get Booked and Paid as a Corporate Comedian) from 2022-10-24T08:00
Greg Schwem has 30+ years experience in the corporate comedy world and he joins us to share the who, what and how of getting into the corporate world. You will leave this interview with all the ...
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How to Self-Produce a Comedy Special (Part 2) - Live Q&A from 2022-10-17T08:00
This part two of how to produce your own comedy special is a live Q&A I did with my Director Isaac Stackhouse. Our goal is to give you all the tools to produce your own special and learn the...
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How to Self-Produce a Comedy Special (Part 1) from 2022-10-10T08:00
This episode is a rare peak behind the curtain of what it takes to produce your own comedy special. I sat down with my Director Isaac Stackhouse to share the good, the bad, and the bombing of pr...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write More Consistently with Friends from 2022-10-03T08:00
Toronto comic Bob Kirk has won our monthly contest AGAIN and is back to share his secrets to writing and winning so consistently. Here's a hint...it's easier than you might think. Listen and sha...
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AJ Wilkerson - Going Viral Three Years into Comedy, Social Media Tips, Finding Your Comedic Voice + MORE from 2022-09-26T08:00
AJ Wilkerson joins us to share his secret sauce behind going viral and building a fanbase in just three years of doing comedy.
For comics, social media can be frustrating but AJ is here t...
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Liz Miele - Getting Mentored by George Carlin, Self-Producing Comedy Specials, Joke Writing Tips + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-09-19T08:00
Liz Miele is the type of comic we love learning from. Throughout her 20+ year career, she has been committed to creating her own success and opportunities with self-produced specials, books, and...
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Ben Brainard - How Much Money Comics Make on Social Media, How to Find a Niche Audience and Go Viral + MORE from 2022-09-12T08:00
Ben Brainard is one of social media's fastest rising starts with millions of followers across all platforms. He joins us to break down both the creative and business side of social media to help...
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Gary Abdo - How to Be a Comedian in 2022, Young Comic Mistakes, Building a Social Media Following + MORE from 2022-09-05T08:00
Gary Abdo is a comedy industry veteran with 30+ years experience owning comedy clubs and representing some of the biggest names in both stand-up comedy and social media comedy. The lines between...
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$100 Joke Contest winner Jerry Krull - The Reality of Joke Writing - comedy podcast from 2022-08-29T08:00
Arizona's own Jerry Krull won this month's $100 Joke Contest and joined us live on our YouTube channel to share the sauce on how he did it.
Although new to stand-up, Jerry has years of ex...
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Sean Larkins - Funny Kevin Hart Stories, How to Write for TV, Hollywood Lessons, + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-08-22T08:00
Sean Larkins is a good friend of the show and a 20+ year comedy veteran here to share funny Kevin Hart stories, lessons learned from opening for Cedric the Entertainer, how to book a writing job...
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Red Grant - Retiring from Comedy to be Mayor of DC, Early Comedian Struggles, Worst Bomb + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-08-15T08:00
Red Grant is a comedy vet taking his calling to the next level by running for Mayor of DC. This interview is a rare glimpse into the real world influence comedy can have on culture and community...
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David A. Arnold - 28 Year Overnight Success, New Netflix Special, How to Find Your Comedic Voice, Worst Bomb + MORE from 2022-08-08T08:00
David A. Arnold is one of the games most respected TV writers and producers but his stand-up has always gone under the radar until now. He just dropped his newest Netflix special produced by Kev...
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Chris Mancini - How to Start a Podcast, Get Sponsors, Essential Equipment + MORE from 2022-07-25T08:00
If you've ever thought about starting a podcast or want to make your current one better, this is the episode for you. Chris Mancini has been in the podcasting game since the industry's beginning...
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Lavell Crawford - Hilarious Bombing Stories, Retiring From Comedy, Real Talk About Money + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-07-18T08:00
Lavell Crawford didn’t know how to get paid as a beginner comedian , so how he started making money? Listen from the comic himself. Lavell Crawford is a stand up comedian and actor, he is talkin...
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Mike Binder - How Bill Burr Writes a Joke, Comedy Store Stories, Comedian Pay +MORE- comedy podcast from 2022-07-11T08:00
Mike Binder has directed Bill Burr comedy specials, an Adam Sandler movie, The Comedy Store Documentary, and much more. He joins us to discuss everything comedy in his 30+ years of experience. Listen
Brandon Lewin - Unorthodox Comedy Marketing Tips, Young Comic Advice + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-07-05T08:00
Brandon Lewin is taking his years of experience in digital marketing for Fortune 500 companies and bringing it to comedy with his company Big Laugh Comedy (producing shows for comics like Joe Ro...
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$100 Contest Winner Jordan Wilson - How to FINALLY Get on Stage and Make Friends in Your Scene from 2022-06-27T08:00
Jordan Wilson is this month's $100 Contest Winner and jumps on to share advice for young comics on how to get on stage and start making friends in your comedy scene.
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Katherine Blanford - How to Go Viral on Social Media, Recording an Album, + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-06-24T16:59
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Paul Virzi - Fighting Hecklers, Bill Burr and Pete Davidson Stories, New Netflix Special - comedy podcast from 2022-06-24T00:00
Fresh off his new Netflix special, Paul Virzi joins us to share all the sauce behind working with Pete Davidson, Bill Burr and more. Only a comic 20+ years in the game can share the stories and ...
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Jeremiah Watkins - How to Have Fun Creating Social Media Content That Actually Goes Viral - comedy podcast from 2022-06-20T08:00
Jeremiah Watkins returns for his third Hot Breathisode to help us level up our social media content game (in a way that won't make us go crazy!). Listen and learn from one of the most creative c...
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Ben Palmer (@PalmerTrolls) - How to Grow from Open Mics to Going Viral and Selling Out Venues - comedy podcast from 2022-06-13T08:00
Ben Palmer has been a friend of the show since the beginning and has recently gone viral now selling out venues across the country. This episode is one of our most raw and revealing sharing stor...
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Sean Millea - How to Go Viral on TikTok, Must Hear Editing Tips, New Comic Advice + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-06-09T17:12
Sean Millea has quickly grown from a film student at NYU to viral social media comedian now working for social media guru Gary Vaynerchuk and One37PM. Going viral is more important now more than...
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Steven Rogers - How to Produce Your Own Comedy Special without Any Experience - comedy podcast from 2022-06-06T08:00
Steven Rogers is back to for a third interview to close out our trilogy on how to produce your own comedy special. Despite having success performing on Colbert and Corden while also touring with...
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Jerry Corley - Stand Up Comedy Masterclass Pt. 2 - comedy podcast from 2022-05-31T08:00
Jerry "the Joke Doctor" Corley is one of our most requested guests and for good reason. Every time he comes on the show he drops must hear comedy game you can't catch anywhere else.
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Live Call-In Show (How to Write Jokes, Quitting Your Joke for Comedy, Hosting Tips, + MORE) - comedy podcast from 2022-05-26T11:27
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk from 2022-05-23T08:00
Toronto comic Bob Kirk won our May $100 Joke Contest and joins us to share how so you can do the same next month. Enjoy!
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Best Tips From Top Comedy Authors - Jerry Corley, Judy Carter, Greg Dean, Scott Dikkers, Steve North + MORE from 2022-05-16T08:00
We've interview the top comedy authors in the world and this episode shares our biggest takeaways and must hear advice for comics to level up their game fast! Listen and learn!
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Jerry Corley - How to Make Comedy Your Career - comedy podcast from 2022-05-09T08:00
This finale episode of our comedy author series with Jerry "The Joke Dr." Corley is a must hear for anyone looking to make comedy their full-time job. You will leave this interview with a new pe...
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Wayne Federman - Writing for Jimmy Fallon, The Best Comics to Study + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-05-03T08:00
Veteran comedian and adjunct USC professor Wayne Federman joins us to share must hear stories of working with some of comedy's best comics and what we can all learn from them. This is a fun and ...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Nate Cosby: How to Get on Stage for the First Time - comedy podcast from 2022-04-25T08:00
Nate Cosby is a new comic already making big waves with his first $100 Joke Contest victory! This is a great episode to learn from a new comic about how he writes jokes, his favorite techniques,...
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Steve North - How to Find Your Comedic Voice and Persona that Creates Fans - comedy podcast from 2022-04-18T08:00
When it comes to finding your voice, Steve North wrote the book on it and this episode gets into the nitty gritty on how you can find yours FAST! Not only what you say on stage matters but also ...
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Stephen Rosenfield - Finding Your Comedic Voice, Clean vs. Dirty Comedy, + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-04-11T15:19
Stephen Rosenfield is one of the world's most respected comedy authors and instructors joining the Hot Breathiverse to answer your questions live. This is a must hear interview for anyone lookin...
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Scott Dikkers Comedy Writing Masterclass Q&A - comedy podcast from 2022-04-04T08:00
Scott Dikkers is an award winning author, founder of The Onion, and esteemed comedy educator here to give you all the goods on how to write jokes and make money doing it. Dive in to this comedy ...
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Beth Lapides - How to Find Your Comedic Voice and Unlimited Writing Inspiration - comedy podcast from 2022-03-28T08:00
My guest today embodies the self-made spirit of Hot Breath!, ever since the age of 5 while in the hospital with an auto-immune disease she has thought “there’s gotta be a better way” and that ha...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write Jokes More Consistently with Friends - comedy podcast from 2022-03-21T08:00
Bob Kirk is the March $100 Joke Contest Winner and joins us to share his favorite tricks for writing more jokes faster and also how to write with friends. Listen and learn from a fellow member o...
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Judy Carter - The Comedy Bible Comedy Masterclass - comedy podcast from 2022-03-14T10:38
Judy Carter is one of the world's most respected comedy educators and she joins us to share all the tips and tricks that make her reputation so valuable. Tune-in and take notes to this one of a ...
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Greg Dean - How to Write a Joke with Formulas and Techniques + MORE - comedy podcast from 2022-03-07T08:00
Greg Dean is one of the industry's most sought after comedy instructors and for good reason. He has written several books, runs his own comedy school, done speeches on the topic, and much more. ...
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Kyle Kazanjian-Amory: How to Produce Your Own Shows and Get Paid - comedy podcast from 2022-02-28T08:00
Kyle Kazanjian-Amory is the founder and CEO of the country's most successful comedy show franchise Don't Tell Comedy. He joins us to share all the sauce around the business of producing your own...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Chris Beasley - The Joke Writing Formula for Writing Taboo Topics in Comedy - comedy podcast from 2022-02-21T08:00
Chris Beasley is a 3x winner of our $100 Joke Contest and is now taking is comedy journey to full-time! This interview breaks down his formula for tackling taboo topics and making awkward tensio...
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John Vorhaus Pt. 1 - Comedy Writing, Performance, and Business Masterclass - comedy podcast from 2022-02-14T08:00
Last week we shared our most recent interview with John Vorhaus and it was such a success we had to pull this special Q&A with him out of the vault. John joined us in our Hot Breath! Pro gro...
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John Vorhaus Pt. 2 - How to Conquer Self-Doubt, Level up Your Comedy Writing, and Go Pro at Comedy - comedy podcast from 2022-02-07T08:00
John Vorhaus brings his 30+ of experience to the Hot Breathiverse for this once in a lifetime conversation not only about the must have tools of comedy writing but the essential mindset hacks to...
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Lisa Sundstedt - How to Find Your Comedic Voice and Build a Fanbse - Comedy Podcast from 2022-01-31T08:00
Lisa Sundstedt has taught over 2,000 comedians under her Pretty Funny Women courses and joins us to share her favorite tips to help all comics level up their game to the next level. She also sha...
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$100 Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein - Writing Clean Jokes and Collaborating with Other Comics - Comedy Podcast from 2022-01-24T08:00
Sandy Bernstein returns as a 4x winner of our monthly $100 Joke Contest and this interview reveals how she's started writing cleaner and funnier material than ever before. Comedy is a collaborat...
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Tumua Tuinei - The New Comic's Guide to Social Media - Comedy Podcast from 2022-01-17T08:00
Tumua Tuinei is a fellow comic and fan of the podcast that took what he's learned from the share and made a career as a headliner selling out venues around the country. At only five years into t...
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How to Find Stage Time in 3 Steps - Comedy Podcast from 2022-01-10T08:00
After almost twelve years in the comedy game, these are our top 3 ways to find stage time in ANY city. Let's make 2022 your best year in comedy yet by hitting the stages harder than ever!
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Elisa Di Napoli - The 2022 Comedy Goal Setting and Mindset Masterclass from 2022-01-06T08:00
Elisa Di Napoli is not only a fan of the podcast but an award-winning mindset coach here to help us all make 2022 the best year of our careers. Listen and learn all about how to set achievable g...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk: How to Write New Jokes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-12-20T08:40
Toronto comic Bob Kirk has won our $100 joke writing contest two months in a row and this interviews reveals how. The secret to his success is more than just hard work, and Bob shares his writin...
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KevOnStage Social Media Comedy Masterclass - Comedy Podcast from 2021-12-13T08:00
This is a MUST HEAR interview for anyone that has aspired to go viral on social media. KevOnStage has built not only a viral following across all social media platforms but also his own studio. ...
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Daniel Harmon - How to Create Viral Content and Build a Fanbase - Comedy Podcast from 2021-12-06T08:00
As a comedian, you should always be learning from industries outside of just stand up comedy and today's Hot Breathisode does just that. Daniel Harmon is the Chief Creative Officer of the advert...
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The Barry Katz Comedy Masterclass - The Secrets to Success in Comedy - Comedy Podcast from 2021-11-29T08:00
Barry Katz is the legendary manager behind comedy's biggest stars like Dave Chappelle and Dane Cook. This interview is a must hear comedy masterclass sharing you all of Barry's must hear tips to...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write Daily (Even When You Hate It) - comedy podcast from 2021-11-22T08:00
Bob Kirk is a Toronto based comedian with an improv background and winner of the November $100 Joke Contest. This interview shares his secret to writing daily and what surprising technique he us...
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Josh Black - How to Go Viral and Sell Out Shows Locally from 2021-11-15T08:00
After only a few years into the comedy game, Josh Black has been able to build a local following in Nashville that helps him not only create consistently viral content but also sell out shows ev...
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How to Become a Comedian in Three Steps #Tight5Podcast - comedy podcast from 2021-11-08T08:00
After over 400 episodes, this is the most popular question I get asked. So I've reflected on my own 11+ year comedy career to give my most helpful three steps to getting you on stage and becomin...
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The Comedy Show Production Masterclass with Eva Alexopoulos - comedy podcast from 2021-11-01T10:28
Producing your own show is the best way to make money and get fans in this comedy game. Eva Alexopoulos is only a few years into comedy but is already producing the top show in Montreal. She sha...
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Jeremiah Watkins - Crowd Work Advice, Skills Every Comedian Needs, Doing Improv vs. Stand-Up - Comedy Podcast from 2021-10-25T08:00
Jeremiah Watkins returns to the show to help comics level up and create their own success. The pandemic has taught us that the old way of "climbing the ladder" as a comedian is dead. It's now up...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein - Finding a Writing Partner - Comedy Podcast from 2021-10-18T08:00
Sandy Bernstein is back with her THIRD $100 Joke Contest victory. This episode shares the power of finding a writing partner and how to break writer's block. Sandy is a prime example of consiste...
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The Easiest Way to Make Money in Comedy with Dawn Davis Womack - Comedy Podcast from 2021-10-11T08:00
If you want to take control of your career and start making money while getting stage time, this is the episode for you. Hot Breath! Pro Dawn Davis Womack consistently runs sold out shows in her...
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Costaki Economopoulos - Comedy Writing Masterclass, Young Comic Advice, Life as a Road Comic - Comedy Podcast from 2021-10-04T08:00
Costaki Economopoulos is one of comedy's most well respected writers and performers and this interview shares exactly how and why he does it. With over 20 years of comedy experience, he puts on ...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Joan Fuchsman - How to Edit Your Ideas into Killer Jokes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-09-27T08:00
Joan Fuchsman is not only a hilarious columnist but an amazing comedy writer that runs her own writing rooms in the Hot Breathiverse. She has quickly grown from guessing at what to write about i...
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Rosebud Baker - Bill Burr's Comedy Advice, Booking Just for Laughs, Comedy Writing Tips + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2021-09-20T08:00
Rosebud Baker joins us to share her comedy secrets behind how to find your comedic voice, joke writing tips, doing authentic act-outs, and much more.
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The Surprising Truth Behind Filming a Dry Bar Comedy Special - Comedy Podcast from 2021-09-13T08:00
After 11+ years in comedy, I recently filmed a Dry Bar comedy special and learned a HUGE lesson I wish I knew sooner. This quick and intimate episode is here to help you apply this lesson that t...
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Ron Funches - Finding Your Comedic Voice, Getting Paid Consistently, Wrestling and Comedy Parallels - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-30T08:00
Ron Funches has one of comedy’s most unique voices and this episode shares exactly why and how he does it. Ron drops a lot of comedy gems in this episode not only about his writing process but a...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Jack Allen - How to Write Personal Material, Doing Killer Act-Outs, Writing Techniques+ MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-23T08:00
Every month we do a $100 Joke Contest that challenges comics to write a new 90 second set in just 7 days and this month's winner is Jack Allen. Although he is just now getting experience on stag...
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How to Break Writer's Block in 5 Minutes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-20T08:00
Listen to this if you are frustrated with not generating new material fast enough. We all have struggled with writer's block but this simple tip will help you to stop thinking and start writing....
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Yannis Pappas - Why He Quit Comedy, How to Go Viral, Writing on Stage + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-16T14:51
Yannis Pappas joins us to share his story of at once time quitting comedy to becoming one of the most popular comics in the game. He also shares his secret sauce to creating viral social media, ...
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How to Refine and Tigthen Your Ideas into Jokes (Pro Talk Series Finale) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-09T08:00
This episode combines over 75 years of comedy experience into one comedy masterclass.
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How to Find Your Comedic Attitude (Feat. Stephen Rosenfield) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-08-02T08:00
This episode combines over 75 years of comedy experience into one comedy masterclass.
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How to Find Your Comedic Persona (Feat. Scott Dikkers, Jerry Corley, and Steve North) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-07-26T08:00
This episode combines over 75 years of comedy experience into one comedy Pro Talk Series masterclass.
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein - How to Find Your Comedic Voice - Comedy Podcast from 2021-07-19T08:00
Hot Breath! Pro Sandy Bernstein is back with another win in our $100 Joke Contest and this interview shares exactly how she does it. Sandy shares a lot of helpful hints on joke writing, finding ...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Chris Beasley - How to use Google to Write Better Jokes Faster from 2021-06-28T08:00
Hot Breath! Pro Chris Beasley is the back to back winner of our $100 Joke Contest and this interview shares exactly how he does it. Chris shares a lot of helpful writing tips and secret google h...
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Join our Joke Writing Challenge and Level Up in Three Days - Comedy Podcast from 2021-06-22T18:34
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How to Get Paid in Stand-Up Comedy (Four Quick Tips) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-06-21T08:00
Getting booked and paid in stand up comedy is easier than you think. Watch this to get four quick tips that are guaranteed to level up your game.
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How to Edit a Stand-Up Joke (Like Mark Normand and Jerry Seinfeld) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-06-14T08:00
The difference between a laugh and lull can be a single word. This video tells you exactly how to edit a stand-up joke like Mark Normand and Jerry Seinfeld. Watch this to level up your writing a...
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The 5 Steps to Creating a Tight 5 Minute Set in 5 Minutes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-06-07T08:00
Creating a tight five minute set is the gold standard of being a comedian. That's why, regardless of your experience level, late night shows only ask for your best five minute set. This podcast is ...
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The 5 Steps to Creating a Tight 5 Minute Set in 5 Minutes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-06-07T08:00
Creating a tight five minute set is the gold standard of being a comedian. That's why, regardless of your experienc...
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Finding Comedy in Tragedy - How to Make Grief Funny With Glen Tickle and Winston Hodges - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-24T08:00
A big topic in comedy is how to turn tragedy into hilarious bit. No two comics know this better than Glen Tickle and Winston Hodges. They have both been able to transform family deaths into hila...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Chris Beasley - Quick Joke Writing Tips, Finding Your Comedic Persona - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-17T08:00
Bay area comic Chris Beasley won this month's $100 Joke Contest and joined us to share all the sauce on how he was able to create a tight 90 second set in just 7 days. We also discuss how at jus...
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Our Worst Bombing Stories (Art of Bombing Podcast with Dan Bublitz) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-11T06:00
Comedy is a team sport and we teamed up with Dan Bublitz of the Art of Bombing Podcast to do a sharecast on each other's platforms. This is the second half of the interview so tune-in then go ch...
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Our Worst Bombing Stories (Art of Bombing Podcast with Dan Bublitz) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-11T06:00
Comedy is a team sport and we teamed up with Dan Bublitz of the Art of Bombing Podcast to do a sharecast on each other's platforms. This is the second half of the interview so tune-in then go check...
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How to Make Friends in Comedy (PJ Keen Tribute) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-10T10:53
Our community of comedians has grown to be on every continent (except Antarctica...FOR NOW!) and we recently has Hot Breathren PJ Keen pass away. This is a devastating blow to the Hot Breathiver...
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How to Make Friends in Comedy (PJ Keen Tribute) - Comedy Podcast from 2021-05-10T10:53
Our community of comedians has grown to be on every continent (except Antarctica...FOR NOW!) and we recently has Hot Breathren PJ Keen pass away. This is a devastating blow to the Hot Breathiverse ...
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Live Comedy Pro Q&A - How to Engage Any Audience, Polishing Material, Writing Jokes About Death - Comedy Podcast from 2021-04-26T08:00
This is a rare behind the scenes access to our weekly Q&A in Hot Breath! Pro. Every week members meet up to ask pressing questions and get personal feedback on their comedy. We cover a lot o...
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How to Write New with Friends - $100 Joke Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein - Comedy Podcast from 2021-04-19T09:39
$100 Joke Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein shares how to write new jokes with friends that win contests and get you paid.
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Festival CEO Joe Lowers - How to Book Festivals, Video Submission Tips, Common Comic Mistakes - Comedy Podcast from 2021-04-12T08:00
This live Q&A with CEO of Word Series of Comedy Joe Lowers reveals all you need to know about why festivals will help you go pro faster and how to submit videos that actually win. This episo...
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#ComicsTalkingComedy - The Comedian Origin Story - Comedy Podcast from 2021-04-05T09:45
Comics deserve a voice in this game and this is the podcast for yours to be heard. Every comic has an origin story, and for our first episode of the new Comics Talking Comedy show we share the j...
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$100 Joke Contest Winner Jonnie Smith Shares How to Break Writer's Block, Write One Liners - Comedy Podcast from 2021-03-29T12:00
$100 Joke Contest Winner Jonnie Smith Shares How to Break Writer's Block, Write One Liners, +MORE
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Comedy Writing Tips: How to Write When You Don't Feel Like It from 2021-03-22T12:00
We all want to write more and this episode will give you the quick tips from both my eleven years of experience and from one of the most respected comedy writers in the game, Scott Dikkers. Not ...
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Roy Wood Jr. Comedy Masterclass - How to Find Your Voice, Joke Writing Tips, Daily Show Stories - Comedy Podcast from 2021-03-15T12:00
Roy Wood Jr. returns to share all the comedy tips you can handle to level up your writing, performing, and business. Listen and learn from one of the best working comics today in this live Q&...
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How to Quickly Break Writer's Block - Comedy Writing Tips from 2021-03-09T16:26
Breaking writer's block is easier than you think. Listen to this quick podcast to help you easily generate new ideas and start writing new punchlines today.
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Comedy Writing Tips: Joke Contest Champ Adam Muller Shares His Writing Process from 2021-03-08T13:00
How to Book Paid Zoom Shows with Zarna Garg - Comedy Podcast from 2021-03-02T13:00
Charlie Berens - Social Media Tips for Comedians, Creating Viral Content, Manitowoc Minute Stories - Comedy Podcast from 2021-03-01T13:00
Anjelah Johnson - Creating Comedy Characters (Bon Qui Qui), Joke Writing Tips, + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2021-02-22T13:00
Comedy Podcast: Hot Breath! Pro Beau Johnson Interviewing James P. Connolly about Zoom comedy, booking corporate gigs, and life in the military from 2021-02-15T13:00
Comedy Writing: Joke Writing Coaching Session with Beau Johnson from 2021-02-08T13:00
Comedy Tips: My Best Advice After 11 Years in Comedy from 2021-02-01T13:00
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Comedy Writing: Joke Writing Contest Winner Matt Menard Shares How He Writes Jokes with an Excel Sheet from 2021-01-25T13:00
Comedy Writing: Insightful Comedy Set Breakdowns from the #JoelSheeShow from 2021-01-18T19:00:44
Comedy Podcast: How to Make 2021 Your Best Year in Comedy from 2021-01-11T13:00
Comedy Podcast: John Mulaney's Rehab and the Mental Health Battle of Comedy from 2021-01-05T13:04
Comedy Podcast: Is Andrew Schulz Bigger than Netflix? from 2020-12-28T17:03:41
Comedy Writing: Jonnie Smith - Writing New Jokes, Finding Funny Ideas, +MORE from 2020-12-21T14:49:12
Comedy Podcast: The Roast of Bob Jorgensen from 2020-12-14T13:00
Comedy Writing: Matt Menard - Joke Structure, How to Find a Premise, Word Economy from 2020-12-07T16:56:18
Comedy Writing: Adam Muller is the November Joke Contest Champ from 2020-12-04T20:46:41
Comedy Podcast: Ms. Pat - Being Grateful in Comedy and Life, Finding Your Voice on Stage, Storytelling Advice +MORE from 2020-11-30T13:00
Comedy Podcast: Chad Daniels - Breaking Writer's Block, Handling Hecklers, Quitting Comedy, +MORE from 2020-11-23T13:00
Comedy Podcast: Jeff Foxworthy - Best Writing Techniques, Business Advice for Comics, Balancing Comedy and Family, +MORE from 2020-11-16T13:00
Comedy Podcast: Gary Owen - Working with Kevin Hart, Black vs. White Audiences, Finding Your Voice from 2020-11-09T13:00
Comedy Podcast: Tommy Davidson - Creating Characters for Stand-Up, Finding Your Voice, In Living Color Reunion from 2020-11-02T13:00
Comedy Writing: Joke Contest Winner's Joke Writing Process Kinsey Snell from 2020-10-30T12:00
Comedy Podcast: Zarna Garg - Going Viral on Tik Tok, Comedy in India vs. America, Monetizing Zoom Shows from 2020-10-26T12:00
Comedy Podcast: Lewis Belt - How to Go Viral on Social Media, Comedy Business Tips, Hosting Advice + MORE from 2020-10-19T12:00
Comedy Podcast: Steve Rogers - How to Record a Comedy Album Independently from 2020-10-07T17:31:56
Steve Rogers returns to Hot Breath! to share the ups and downs of recording his first comedy album completely independently. Our first interview traces his vision for the album, and this episode re...
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Comedy Podcast: Steven Rogers - How to Record a Comedy Album Independently from 2020-10-07T17:31
Steven Rogers returns to Hot Breath! to share the ups and downs of recording his first comedy album completely independently. Our first interview traces his vision for the album, and this episod...
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Jerry Corley Q&A - Joke Structure, Writing Conversational Comedy, Zoom Show, +MORE from 2020-10-05T12:00
Jerry "the Joke Doctor" Corley returns to the show for a rare Q&A with our Facbook writing group (linked below). Comics of all experience levels joined us live to have their questions answer...
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Comedy Writing: Joke Contest Winner Writing Process with Amanda Oh from 2020-09-28T12:00
Luenell - Comic’s Biggest Mistake, Eddie Murphy Stories, Performing While Pregnant - Comedy Podcast from 2020-09-21T12:00
Vanessa Gonzalez - Common Storytelling Mistakes,Overcoming Fear in Comedy, Zoom Shows - Comedy Podcast from 2020-09-14T12:00
Jon Reep - Storytelling Secrets, Finding Your Comedic Voice, Building a Fanbase - Comedy Podcast from 2020-09-07T12:00
Steven Rogers - Anxiety in Comedy, Brian Regan Advice, Recording an Independent Album - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-31T12:00
The Hot Breath! Movement - Comedy’s Next Generation - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-28T18:25:16
Beth Stelling - Favorite Writing Techniques, Handling Bombing, Sarah Silverman Advice - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-24T12:00
Comedian Quarantine Tips (Nate Bargatze, Dusty Slay, Jeremiah Watkins, Jon Reep, Alonzo Bodden) - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-17T12:00
Sarah Tollemache - Joke Editing Techniques, Organizing Your Set List, Young Comic Advice - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-10T12:00
Conquering Writer's Block with Bob Jorgensen - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-06T20:12:06
Sam Jay - Comedy Tips from Eddie Murphy, SNL Stories, Filming a Netflix Special - Comedy Podcast from 2020-08-03T12:00
Kyle Kinane - How to Find Your Voice, Storytelling Tips, Comedy Jealousy - Comedy Podcast from 2020-07-27T12:00
Ricky Glore Young Comic Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-07-20T12:00
Comedy Writing: Write10 Contest Winner Bob Jorgensen: How to Edit Your Jokes into Tight Punchlines from 2020-07-13T12:00
Comedy Podcast: When You Should Get Back on Stage from 2020-07-06T12:00
Comedy Writing: #Write10Club Winner Patrick Fowler Joke Analysis from 2020-06-29T12:00
Dan Soder Young Comic Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-06-22T12:00
John Heffron - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-06-15T12:00
Our Top 5 All-Time Comedy Tips (Andrew Schulz, Mark Normand, Cedric the Entertainer, Nate Bargatze, Karlous Miller) - Comedy Podcast from 2020-06-08T12:00
Jackie Kashian - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-06-01T12:00
Kyle Grooms - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-05-27T18:32:22
Jimmy Shubert - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-05-27T12:00
Emily Catalano - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-05-25T12:00
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When to Kill Jokes, Designing a Set List, Reading the Room, + MORE from 2020-05-05T17:40:38
Our host Joel jumped into our private facebook group (link below) to answer member questions all about sets. He shares how his set lists have evolved over the years, his pre-show checklist for read...
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When to Kill Jokes, Designing a Set List, Reading the Room, + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2020-05-05T17:40
Alonzo Bodden - Live Q&A from 2020-05-04T12:00
Nate Bargatze - Live Q&A - Comedy Podcast from 2020-04-27T12:00
Nate Bargatze joins our private facebook group for an intimate Q&A sharing his journey from barking outside comedy clubs in New York to selling out theaters across the country. This is a rar...
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#198 - Steve Hofstetter: Handling Hecklers, Creating Viral Content, + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2020-04-20T12:00
Live Q&A with Sean Patton - Comedy Podcast from 2020-04-13T12:00
Comedy Writing: Joke Writing Coaching Session with Open Micer John Chappell from 2020-04-06T12:00
Q&A - Pedro Gonzalez: Creating Writing Rituals, Balancing Comedy and Jobs, Booking Colbert - Comedy Podcast from 2020-03-30T12:00
Fresh off his Late Show with Stephen Colbert performance, Pedro Gonzalez joins the private Hot Breath! Facebook group to answer listener questions about how he booked the show, his secret to writin...
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Social Media Secrets to Make Money while Quarantined - Comedy Podcast from 2020-03-23T12:00
This live Q&A has all the answers you've been looking for to make money while quarantined. Social media expert (and Hot Breathren) Zack Lyman joins us in the private facebook group to answer li...
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#197 - Jerry"Joke Doctor"Corley: Joke Writing Masterclass - Comedy Podcast from 2020-03-16T12:00
Jerry"Joke Doctor"Corley has written for everyone from Chris Rock to Jay Leno and Bill Hicks. What started as a normal interview grew into a two hour comedy writing masterclass. This episode captur...
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The 3 Steps to Finding Your Voice on Stage - Comedy Podcast from 2020-03-09T12:00
Live from PodFest 2020, Joel records this raw podcast revealing his most effective tips for finding his voice and getting more personal on stage. This is the memorable touch your material needs to ...
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Comedy Podcast: Joke Writing Coaching Session with Open Micer Meike Rehm from 2020-03-02T13:00
This is one of our best episodes yet and the most raw look into joke writing you can hear anywhere. Listener Meike Rehm scheduled a Skype coaching session with Joel to share her struggles with writ...
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#Tight5Podcast - Finally Commit to a Consistent Writing Habit from 2020-02-27T21:19:55
It's time to start that daily writing habit you keep delaying. Joel shares his system for writing consistently in this quick hit Hot Breathisode. Take notes and get to work! Remember to also contac...
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Comedy Podcast - Finally Commit to a Consistent Writing Habit from 2020-02-27T21:19
It's time to start that daily writing habit you keep delaying. Joel shares his system for writing consistently in this quick hit Hot Breathisode. Take notes and get to work! Remember to also contac...
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Comedy Podcast: Top 5 Business Tips (Andrew Schulz, Tone Bell, Karlous Miller, Tamra Goins, Marshall Chiles) from 2020-02-24T13:00
We dissected over four years of episodes to bring you our top 5 show business tips in history. This is your blueprint and reality check to what it really takes to make it in this crazy comedy game....
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#196 - Jack Thriller: The Comedian Mindset, Advice from Kevin Hart, Making Comedy Your Business from 2020-02-17T13:00
Jack Thriller is back right before going on tour with Martin Lawrence to share lessons he's learned from interviewing comics like Kevin Hart, Patrice O'Neal, and Lil'Duval. This is also a great int...
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Live Q&A - How to Record a Comedy Special from 2020-02-10T13:00
Week 2 of the Comedy Special series finishes up with a live Q&A featuring...YOU. The Hot Breathiverse posted a lot of questions about how to do a comedy special and we have your answers. These ...
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The Ugly Truth of Filming a Comedy Special Independently from 2020-02-03T13:00
After 10 years in comedy, Joel Byars decided to film his own comedy special with hopes of inspiring other comics to start investing in creating their own success. This episode is the raw talk betwe...
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Comedy Writing: Our Top 5 Writing Tips (Mark Normand, Sam Morril, Beth Stelling, Ian Edwards, Tom Simmons) from 2020-01-27T13:00
Every comic wants to write more and we hope these top 5 tips help you do that. Mark Normand, Sam Morril, Beth Stelling, Ian Edwards, and Tom Simmons are all considered some of the best writers in c...
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The 2020 Live Q&A featuring Sam Gordon (and my dog) - Comedy Podcast from 2020-01-20T13:00
Sam Gordon returns for a 6 month update on her quitting her job for comedy and to answer questions in our first official facebook group live Q&A. We cover a lot of must hear tips around getting...
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The 2020 Live Q&A featuring Sam Gordon (and my dog) from 2020-01-20T13:00
Sam Gordon returns for a 6 month update on her quitting her job for comedy and to answer questions in our first official facebook group live QandA. We cover a lot of must hear tips around getting b...
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#195 - Andrew Frank: Finding Your Voice, Life on the Road, Overcoming Doubt from Family - Comedy Podcast from 2020-01-13T13:00
After started comedy at the age of 14, Andrew Frank has built a career spanning 285+ cities across 11 countries all independently. Everything from nationwide tours to winning competitions and perfo...
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#195 - Andrew Frank: Finding Your Voice, Life on the Road, Overcoming Doubt from Family from 2020-01-13T13:00
After started comedy at the age of 14, Andrew Frank has built a career spanning 285+ cities across 11 countries all independently. Everything from nationwide tours to winning competitions and perfo...
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Our Top 10 Bombing Stories of 2019 - Comedy Podcast from 2020-01-06T13:00
After over 4 years of podcasting, our most popular question has been"what is your favorite boo story?"So in honor of 2020, we're starting the year off with our top 10 bombing stories. Hearing succe...
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Our Top 10 Boo Stories of 2019 from 2020-01-06T13:00
After over 4 years of podcasting, our most popular question has been "what is your favorite boo story?" So in honor of 2020, we're starting the year off with our top 10 bombing stories. Hearing suc...
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Holiday Q&A - How to Book Corporate Gigs, Stage Names, Finding Your Audience + MORE - Comedy Podcast from 2019-12-23T13:00
Happy Holidays Hot Breathiverse! Tis'the season for giving and this live Q&A gives you all the answers you need to get your 2020 comedy career off to the right start. Members of our private fac...
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Holiday Q&A - How to Book Corporate Gigs, Stage Names, Finding Your Audience + MORE from 2019-12-23T13:00
Happy Holidays Hot Breathiverse! Tis' the season for giving and this live QandA gives you all the answers you need to get your 2020 comedy career off to the right start. Members of our private face...
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#194 - Mike Vecchione: The Andrew Schulz Model, How to Win Over Any Audience Albums vs. Specials - Comedy Podcast from 2019-12-16T13:00
Mike Vecchione is a 20 year comedy veteran with appearances on everything from his Comedy Central special to Jimmy Fallon and all his award winning album releases. This episode is a rare peak behin...
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#194 - Mike Vecchione: The Andrew Schulz Model, How to Win Over Any Audience Albums vs. Specials from 2019-12-16T13:00
Mike Vecchione is a 20 year comedy veteran with appearances on everything from his Comedy Central special to Jimmy Fallon and all his award winning album releases. This episode is a rare peak behin...
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#193 - Noah Gardenswartz: TV Writing Secrets, Backstage of Conan vs. James Corden, Joke Analysis - Comedy Podcast from 2019-12-09T13:00
Noah Gardenswartz returns to share all he's learned from performing on Conan, James Corden, Comedy Central, and Ms. Maizel. This is a must listen for anyone looking to learn about the mechanics of ...
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#193 - Noah Gardenswartz: TV Writing Secrets, Backstage of Conan vs. James Corden, Joke Analysis from 2019-12-09T13:00
Noah Gardenswartz returns to share all he's learned from performing on Conan, James Corden, Comedy Central, and Ms. Maizel. This is a must listen for anyone looking to learn about the mechanics of ...
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Why I Don't Write During the Holidays - Comedy Podcast from 2019-11-25T13:00
The holidays are a busy time for everyone. So this quick episode shares Joel's favorite tip for how to stay productive during the holidays without writing or getting on stage. This will hopefully t...
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#Tight5Podcast - Why I Don't Write During the Holidays from 2019-11-25T13:00
The holidays are a busy time for everyone. So this quick episode shares Joel's favorite tip for how to stay productive during the holidays without writing or getting on stage. This will hopefully t...
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#192 - David"Mr. Showtime"Scott: The Comedy Masterclass - Comedy Podcast from 2019-11-18T13:00
This episode is why Hot Breath! exists. We sat down with 30+ year comedy veteran David Scott to share that raw comedy talk the Hot Breathiverse craves. There are too many tips to count in this one....
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#192 - David "Mr. Showtime" Scott: The Comedy Masterclass from 2019-11-18T13:00
This episode is why Hot Breath! exists. We sat down with 30+ year comedy veteran David Scott to share that raw comedy talk the Hot Breathiverse craves. There are too many tips to count in this one....
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#RoadTripTips Live Secret Q&A Finale from 2019-11-11T13:00
The finale of #RoadTripTips is a live Q&A from our private facebook group. We discuss a lot of good topics ranging from selling merch online vs. in person to when it's time to move to a better ...
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#RoadTripTips - How to Make Extra Money on the Road, Eat Healthy, and Book More Tours from 2019-11-04T13:00
Week 3 of #RoadTripTips is all about helping you make extra money on the road, easy health tips, and how to organize your next tour while still out on the road. We even throw in some references to ...
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#RoadTripTips - How to Save Money on Tour from 2019-10-28T13:19:07
Week 2 of the #RoadTripTips series is all about helping you save money while out on the road. There are a lot of sneaky expenses that can turn your tour into a money pit. This Hot Breathisode revea...
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#RoadTripTips - How to Book Your Own Tour Independently from 2019-10-21T12:00
After two weeks and 3,000+ miles on the road, Joel is sharing all his secrets behind booking an independent tour that makes money. This #RoadTripTips will be your guide to creating your own success...
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Joel's Top Lesson Learned After Two Weeks on Tour - Comedy Podcast from 2019-10-14T12:00
Joel posted this straight from the road at 4am. After two weeks on his #TrophyHusbandTour, this is Joel's top lesson learned. Hopefully, it will inspire you to build your own tour! Get the full vi...
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#Tight5Podcast - Joel's Top Lesson Learned After Two Weeks on Tour from 2019-10-14T12:00
Joel posted this straight from the road at 4am. After two weeks on his #TrophyHusbandTour, this is Joel's top lesson learned. Hopefully, it will inspire you to build your own tour!
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#RoadLife - How to Produce Your Own Comedy Special with Mark Caesar from 2019-10-08T17:28:20
Mark Caesar is a 17 year comedy veteran that has self-produced 5 comedy specials. This interview breaks down how to produce your own special and his strategy behind building an engaged following th...
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How to Produce Your Own Comedy Special with Mark Caesar - Comedy Podcast from 2019-10-08T17:28
Mark Caesar is a 17 year comedy veteran that has self-produced 5 comedy specials. This interview breaks down how to produce your own special and his strategy behind building an engaged following th...
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#RoadLife - Living in a Van for Comedy from 2019-09-30T12:11:17
We all make sacrifices for comedy, but comedian Sean Patrick Moore has been living in his van touring around for over 6 months. This episode shares a lot of helpful insights and inspiration into ho...
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Living in a Van for Comedy - Comedy Podcast from 2019-09-30T12:11
We all make sacrifices for comedy, but comedian Sean Patrick Moore has been living in his van touring around for over 6 months. This episode shares a lot of helpful insights and inspiration into ho...
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#191 - Mike E. Winfield: How to Produce Your Own Comedy Special, Meeting Steve Martin - Comedy Podcast from 2019-09-23T12:00
After almost 20 years in comedy, Mike E. Winfield has not only been on David Letterman, The Office and several other shows but also self produced his own comedy specials and TV pilots. Most recentl...
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#191 - Mike E. Winfield: How to Produce Your Own Comedy Special, Meeting Steve Martin from 2019-09-23T12:00
After almost 20 years in comedy, Mike E. Winfield has not only been on David Letterman, The Office and several other shows but also self produced his own comedy specials and TV pilots. Most recentl...
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The Top 5 Tips You Need to Produce a Comedy Special from 2019-09-17T16:34:33
After almost 10 years in comedy, I'm going all in on myself and producing my own comedy special. This episode was recorded 48 hours after the taping and shares the top 5 lessons learned from the ex...
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The Top 5 Tips You Need to Produce a Comedy Special - Comedy Podcast from 2019-09-17T16:34
After almost 10 years in comedy, I'm going all in on myself and producing my own comedy special. This episode was recorded 48 hours after the taping and shares the top 5 lessons learned from the ex...
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Ali Siddiq (2017) - Storytelling Secrets, Being Funny vs. Interesting, Professional Comedy Etiquette - Comedy Podcast from 2019-09-09T12:00
This is our first interview with Ali back in 2017. He speaks candidly starting comedy in prison, major mistakes of comics and how to tell the perfect story. This is a true masterclass on stand up c...
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Ali Siddiq (2017) - Storytelling Secrets, Being Funny vs. Interesting, Professional Comedy Etiquette from 2019-09-09T12:00
This is our first interview with Ali back in 2017. He speaks candidly starting comedy in prison, major mistakes of comics and how to tell the perfect story. This is a true masterclass on stand up c...
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Ali Siddiq (2018) - A 20 Year Overnight Success - Comedy Podcast from 2019-09-02T12:00
We are bringing back a Hot Breath! favorite to celebrate Ali Siddiq on NBC's Bring the Funny. This is not only one of our most popular episodes but also most intense. Even if you have heard this in...
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Ali Siddiq (2018) - A 20 Year Overnight Success from 2019-09-02T12:00
We are bringing back a Hot Breath! favorite to celebrate Ali Siddiq on NBC's Bring the Funny. This is not only one of our most popular episodes but also most intense. Even if you have heard this in...
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#190 - Chico Bean: Lessons from Steve Harvey, The Comedian Mindset, 85 South Show Stories from 2019-08-26T12:00
Chico Bean is a comedy superstar and this interview reveals the serious work behind his success. After listening, you will understand the true sacrifice required to become one of the most popular c...
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#189 - Robert Kelly: Bill Burr's Work Ethic, The Evolution of Comedy, Reinventing the Comedy Special from 2019-08-19T12:00
Robert Kelly is an architect of the comedy community rising through the New York trenches with Dane Cook, Bill Burr, Patrice O'neal, Colin Quinn and many more. This interview is a rare look into ho...
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#188 - Cedric the Entertainer: Meeting Steve Harvey, Comedy Advice from 2019-08-12T12:00
Cedric the Entertainer is a comedy legend giving a rare glimpse into his early comedy hustle, getting booed on stage, meeting Steve Harvey and much more. Listeners will learn about: The early com...
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#187 - Felipe Esparaza: Gabriel Iglesias Beef, How to Make Money in Comedy from 2019-08-05T12:00
This interview shows Felipe Esparza like never before. He shares a comedy masterclass tracing all the lessons learned from his career growing up in the hood, being an addict, winning Last Comic Sta...
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#186 - Rich Vos: Patrice O'Neal Stories, Finding Your Voice, Young Comic Mistakes from 2019-07-29T12:00
Rich Vos is a 35 year comedy veteran with one of the most respected resumés in the game. If you've ever heard a legendary story of old school New York comedy ball busting, chances are Rich was righ...
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#185 - Joe Pettis: The Guide to Producing Your Own Shows from 2019-07-22T12:00
Joe Pettis is back on the show to breakdown his 10 years of experience producing shows into a step-by-step guide for comics to start booking shows and getting paid. Even if you don't want to start ...
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#184 - Ian Edwards: His Favorite Writing Techniques, How to Analyze Material, Recording a Comedy Central Special from 2019-07-15T12:00
Ian Edwards is one of comedy’s most successful writers working on shows ranging from SNL to Blackish and 2 Broke Girls. He has now released his first Comedy Central Special, “Ideas Not Worth Spread...
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#183 - Sam Gordon: When to Quit Your Job for Comedy from 2019-07-08T12:00
This is one of our most candid interviews yet. Sam Gordon has been doing comedy around 5 years and has already produced several weekly shows around Atlanta, created her own comedy organization, and...
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#182 - How to Start a Podcast - Live from Peachtree Comedy Festival from 2019-07-01T12:00
Our host Joel Byars was invited to do a podcasting seminar at Peachtree Comedy Festival and he didn't want to leave you out. So, Joel decided to record the live Q&A as a podcast to help answer ...
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#181 - JJ Williamson: Playing Golf with Obama, Living with Mike Epps, Cedric the Entertainer Money Advice from 2019-06-24T12:00
JJ"From the Sipp"WIlliamson grew his comedy career from sharing a living room with Mike Epps to playing golf with Obama and opening for Cedric the Entertainer. He shares the entire journey and all ...
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#180 - Ian Bagg: Conquering Crowd Work, Being Likeable on Stage, The Comedian Mindset from 2019-06-17T12:00
Ian Bagg is known as the crowd work master and he is sharing all his secrets in this week's Hot Breathisode. His commitment to the craft of comedy is a mindset we can all adopt after listening to h...
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#179 - Jeremiah Watkins (2018): Kill Tony Stories, Bombing on Stage, Roast Battle, Jeremiah Wonders from 2019-06-10T05:00
After moving to LA from Kansas at the age of 20, Jeremiah Watkins has become one of the most influential players in the LA comedy network. I've been a fan of Jeremiah's since seeing him in action o...
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#178 - Live May Q&A: Reading an Audience, Conquering Stage Fright, Balancing Life and Comedy from 2019-05-13T12:34:34
Read Joel's Podcast Blog: https://www.joelbyarscomedy.com/what-is-a-podcast/ (https://www.joelbyarscomedy.com/what-is-a-podcast/)Visit our website: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/ (https://...
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#177 - Luenell: How to Get Standing Ovations, Finding Comedic Timing, Comedy's Segregation from 2019-05-06T12:09
Luenell shares a how to do stand up comedy masterclass from how to connect with an audience to building a diverse fan base and how to get paid doing comedy. Listen and share this rare peak into Lue...
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#176 - Joe List (2016): Booking Letterman, Pre-Show Rituals, Drunk Pooping in Shoes from 2019-04-29T12:00
Joe List is not only the opener for Louis CK, he is an international headliner in his own right with years of experience from drunkily pooping in shoes to performing on Letterman and Conan. This is...
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#175 - Mark Normand (2016) - Prepping for Conan, Pitching a TV Show, Joke Mechanics - Comedy Podcast from 2019-04-22T12:00
Comedy Central's Mark Normand shares hilariously insightful stories about working with Amy Schumer, Judd Apatow, and Louis CK. Mark also gets candid about how he grew from living in the hood of New...
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#174 - Mark Normand: Groupie Stories, The Business of Comedy Specials, Building Jokes - Comedy Podcast from 2019-04-15T12:00
Mark Normand is back to share his experience of getting rejected my Netflix, crazy groupie stories and all the comedy tips you can handle. We really dive deep on comedy and how comics can create th...
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#Tight5Podcast - How to Negotiate Pay with a Venue (Feat. Connor Larsen) from 2019-04-10T09:00
We always encourage comics to start their own shows but exactly how to do that is hard part. Luckily we have Nashville comic Connor Larsen to break down how he runs 3 successful shows that pays the...
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Live Q&A - Confidence vs. Material, Writing More Engaging Jokes, Top Books for Comics from 2019-04-08T12:00
This is our first ever live Q&A episode and you Hot Breathren and Sisteren did not disappoint. Thank you for all the great questions about everything from writing to business and beyond. Our mi...
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#Tight5Podcast - How to Finally Get Booked More Consistently from 2019-04-05T18:41:32
This is some of our favorite advice of the year. Sitting in traffic on the way home from The World Series of Comedy, Joel had an epiphany to share with the Hot Breathiverse about how to start getti...
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#173 - Joe Lowers: Crowd Work Tricks, Understanding Comedy Business, The World Series of Comedy from 2019-04-01T12:00
Joe Lowers is a 25+ year comedy veteran and the owner of the 10 year strong World Series of Comedy. Just like the Hot Breathiverse, Joe is on a mission with his comedy festival to help as many comi...
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#172 - Andrew Schulz: Setting Goals in Comedy, Joke Writing Tips, The Brilliant Idiots Podcast from 2019-03-25T12:00
Andrew Schulz is the co-host of The Brilliant Idiots podcast with Charlamagne tha God, has a comedy special called 4:4:1 - A Comedy Experience by Andrew Schulz along with several other YouTube prod...
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#Tight5Podcast - Alton Walker Talks Being Funny vs. Being Interesting from 2019-03-20T17:09:45
Is it more important to be funny or interesting? This is a must hear discussion about the power of connecting with and audience and how to create memorable material that's more than just funny....
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#171 - Drew Thomas (2015): Local Comic MIstakes, Writing Universal Jokes, Comedy Segregation from 2019-03-18T12:00
This is a throwback to our first interview with Drew Thomas back in 2015. His second interview received so much praise that we had to share this OG Hot Breathisode with all the raw comedy game you ...
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Hot Breathren Ronny Myers Called For Hosting Advice from 2019-03-15T20:17:50
Hot Breathren Ronny Myers called our host Joel to share his favorite lessons learned from our interview with Drew Thomas and to get game on how to approach a venue to start hosting a show. This is ...
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#RoadStories - Lessons Learned from Booking a Wedding from 2019-03-13T22:47:26
Our host Joel recently booked a gig to perform 15 minutes at a wedding. Here's the full story with all the lessons he learned along the way… Ronnie Jordan's Comedy Show: https://www.you...
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#170 - Drew Thomas: How to Sell Merch, The Levels of Money in Comedy, Life on the Road from 2019-03-11T12:00
Drew Thomas is a 15 year comedy veteran with most of his career spent hustling out on the road. He has his notable TV appearances, but his comedy wisdom learned the hard way is what we enjoy hearin...
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#Tight5Podcast | Top Three Stage Techniques to Connect with Your Audience from 2019-03-08T21:43:41
Hot Sisteren Crystalle Ramey reached out on facebook about the best ways to connect with an audience. We thought this was such a good question that our host Joel Byars devoted an entire episode to ...
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#169 - Rodney Perry (2015): Commanding an Audience, Getting 7 Streams of Income, The Psychology of Comedy from 2019-03-04T13:00
Rodney Perry is an Atlanta mogul that discusses everything from Kevin Hart buying up all his friends to becoming the face of a surging television network. He also shares wisdom developed from over ...
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#Write10Podcast | Three Steps to Breaking Writer's Block from 2019-03-01T20:50:59
Everyone struggles with writer's block, but there are some simple steps you can take to break through! After almost 170 interviews, I've compiled my top three strategies to overcoming write...
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#168 - Rodney Perry: Creating a Winning Mindset, Getting Multiple Income Streams, Comedy Networking Tips from 2019-02-25T13:00
Rodney Perry returns to share all the comedy sauce with us here in the Hot Breathiverse. This is a comedy masterclass on how to build your comedy network and create your own opportunities. Comedy i...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Get Booked on More Shows from 2019-02-21T00:51:37
Our host, Joel Byars, was out hosting a local Atlanta open mic and noticed some common mistakes several comics were making. We hope this quick Breathisode helps you to be more mindful about how you...
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#167 - Brandon T Jackson: Comedy's Illuminati, Being Famous and Young, Working with Ben Stiller from 2019-02-18T13:00
Brandon T. Jackson calls this"the best interview he's ever done," and for good reason. We cover everything from being young, famous, and black"before it was cool" to why his...
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#Tight5Podcast | Q&A - My Strategy to Open Mics from 2019-02-15T20:52:53
Hot Breathren Eric Dowis asked me about my approach to open mics so thought I'd share my strategy with all of you to help you out while on the comedy grind. Enjoy and share with your fellow com...
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#166 - Craig Shoemaker: Lovemaster Groupie Stories,Doing Comedy 40 Years, The Healing Science of Laughter from 2019-02-11T13:00
Craig Shoemaker is a 40 year comedy veteran with the crazy stories and insightful advice to prove it. This is one of our most practical interviews yet with real life advice every comedian should be...
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#ComedyTheGameShow Round 2 Live at Laughing Skull (Sold-Out) from 2019-02-09T17:00
Part comedy show, part game show, and a whole lotta fun. This sold out event is not only the first of it's kind but also The Hot Breath! Comedy Network's first presentation of Comedy! The G...
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#Write10Podcast | Joe Rogan's Secret Writing Ritual from 2019-02-07T23:20:45
What do Joe Rogan, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Gary Gulman have in common? They all listen to their sets after their shows. This episode will hopefully inspire you to do the same and reap the rewards...
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#165 - Brandon Smiley: Being Rickey Smiley's Son, Meeting Steve Harvey, Building A Winning Team from 2019-02-04T13:00
Brandon Smiley is not only Rickey Smiley's son, but also a touring comedian trying to book gigs like the rest of us. Listeners will be surprised to learn that Brandon's comedy journey, star...
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#Write10Podcast | The Gary Gulman Comedy Masterclass from 2019-02-01T17:00
By popular demand, we're sharing some of our favorite comedy lessons learned from Gary Gulman's #GulmanTip series on twitter. Not only is Gary one of the funniest comedians working today, b...
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#Tight5Podcast | Building Your Team and Getting Paid from 2019-01-30T17:00
It's taken us almost nine years of doing comedy to understand the value of collaborating. We hope this quick episode inspires you to start connecting with other comics and building your own net...
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#164 - The Hot Breath! Origin Story on NPR from 2019-01-28T13:00
Our host Joel Byars did an interview on NPR's Storycorp exploring his personal origin story and comedy theory. This is the perfect episode to learn all of Joel's TMI stories you never knew ...
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#163 - Beth Stelling: Delivery vs. Writing, Working with Judd Apatow, The Writer's Room Hustle from 2019-01-21T13:00
Beth Stelling is a comedy powerhouse with an impressive resume spanning from the the world's most popular stages to the writer's room of the world's most popular show. This episode is a rare behind...
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#WritingSessions Live Writing Workshop with @TySoSilly from 2019-01-18T10:00
Here's a fun behind the scenes listen of a writing session I recently did with @TySoSilly. This is one of our most fun yet because of the incredible breakthrough we make on her comedy writing v...
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#Tight5Podcast | Why You Should Do Competitions from 2019-01-16T17:00
Everyone has their opinions on comedy competitions. For better or worse, I use them as a great opportunity to network while also performing under pressure. There is a heightened sense of urgency in...
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#162 - Bruce Leroy: Developing Valuable Skills Outside of Comedy, Owning A Comedy Club, Organization Tips from 2019-01-14T13:00
Bruce Leroy is jack of all creative trades. He's part comedian, part comedy club owner, part yogi, part graphic designer, part videographer and a total force of nature. This interview is the pe...
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#InstagramLive Q&A with Alton Walker from 2019-01-12T17:00
Alton Walker has one of our most popular interviews to date so we had to hop on the IG Live and let you ask him questions personally. Thanks to everyone that tuned in and asked such insightful ques...
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#WritingSessions Live Writing Consultation with Coy Sutley from 2019-01-10T22:35:49
This is a behind the scenes peek at a one on one writing consultation we did with Atlanta open mic comic Coy Sutley. The goal of this episode is to inspire you to collaborate and start creating mor...
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#161 - Alton Walker: Turning Your Funny into Money, Setting Your Price, Email Etiquette from 2019-01-07T13:00
This interview with Alton Walker is all about turning your show into a business. I lost count of all the tips and strategies he shares to help comics get booked immediately and frequently. The only...
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#ComedyTheGameShow Live at Laughing Skull (Sold-Out) from 2019-01-05T21:16:42
Part comedy show, part game show, and a whole lotta fun. This sold out event is not only the first of it's kind but also The Hot Breath! Comedy Network's first presentation of Comedy! The G...
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#Write10Podcast | How to Break Writer's Block from 2019-01-02T22:14:26
We all struggle with writer's block, so here are a few tips and tricks I've learned the hard way to help your creativity be less of a block and more of a minor bump. Enjoy and share! Ge...
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"The best comedy advice I've ever gotten."- #FacebookLive Q&A with YOU! from 2018-12-31T13:00
I want to connect with you more and doing Q&A episodes are the perfect way for you to be heard on the podcast. So this will be the first of many. Enjoy! This week's Q&A covers: ...
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A Free Gift for You - Happy Holidays! from 2018-12-24T15:00:32
In honor of the holidays, we're giving you one of our favorite tools that keeps us committed to our writing and performing rituals. You've given us so much of your time and we want to help ...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Stay Productive During the Holidays from 2018-12-21T22:20:22
I struggle to stay motivated during the holidays, but this is an easy strategy to staying productive without working. You'll be amazed at the impact this simple shift in your mindset will have ...
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#Write10Podcast | My Favorite Writing Technique from 2018-12-19T17:00
This episode explores my favorite writing technique, free writing, and how it can help you generate more material faster than ever before. Enjoy! Join the Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.co...
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#161 - Karlous Miller (Best of 2018 Winner) from 2018-12-17T13:00
The Hot Breathiverse has voted and Karlous Miller is our #1 episode of 2018. This interview is a legit masterclass on navigating show business and all the red flags to avoid along the way. Even if ...
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#InstagramLive Q&A with Tierra Burrell from 2018-12-14T17:00
Tierra is one of our most popular guests and was willing to meet up on IG Live for a listener Q&A. We cover too many topics the count, but these are the perfect opportunities for you to connect...
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#Write10Podcast | How to Start Writing Everyday from 2018-12-12T17:00
We all struggle with writing consistently. So, this new series will help us all get better at writing more frequently and effectively. Today's homework is to write for 10 minutes for the next s...
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#160 - Tierra Burrell (2017): How to eat Healthy on a Budget, Organization Tips, Goal Setting from 2018-12-10T13:00
This throwback episode relives our first interview with Tierra Burrell covering all things health. Living healthy as a comedian is a big challenge, but this interview makes it a lot easier. You'...
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#InstagramLive Interview featuring Geo Perez from 2018-12-07T20:43:40
Hot Breathren Geo Perez contacted me about doing an interview over IG Live, and here we are. He's a newer comic asking all the right questions about tips and techniques on how to get better fas...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Perform When You Don't Feel Like It from 2018-12-05T19:42:08
We all struggle with motivation from time to time and this was a time I did and how I overcame it. These are just a few suggestions to help I've learned from years of trial and error. I hope th...
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#159 - Tierra Burrell: Eating Healthy on the Road, What Your Poop Should Look Like, + MORE from 2018-12-03T13:00
Tierra Burrell is back for her second interview to share health tips on everything from what your poop should look like to creating healthy habits and eating clean on the road. The health industry ...
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#ComedyClass Live Q&A with Caleb Synan from 2018-11-30T17:00
Caleb Synan answers ALL of the comedy questions from my Intro to Comedy Class. Enjoy! Get Hot Breath! Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/hot-breath-pod-shop (https://teespring.com/stores/h...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Sell Merch and Get Fans with Alton Walker from 2018-11-28T17:00
Alton Walker is a networking powerhouse sharing as much insight as he can in 5 minutes. Enjoy!
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#158 - Caleb Synan (2015) - Moving to LA, Booking Last Comic Standing, Religion and Comedy from 2018-11-26T13:00
Caleb Synan first interview from 2015 explores his past as a local preacher’s kid with a southern gentleman’s charm. At just 23 years old, this young gun has already made a name for himself as a fi...
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#157 - Caleb Synan: Booking Conan Twice, Networking Tips, Finding Your Voice from 2018-11-19T13:00
Caleb is back for his second interview with us to reveal how's been able to book Conan twice, get into Just For Laughs, and navigate the comedy hierarchy of LA. Did I mention all of this happened i...
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Why I'm Starting a Patreon - Hot Breath! Comedy Network from 2018-11-15T00:31:34
This is exciting news! We have now entered the Patreon pantheon to start ramping up the comedy mastery content. We now have a platform to interact directly and share all the exclusive content you'v...
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#156 - Amber Nash: Booking Archer without Audition, Voiceover Work Tips, Diversifying Your Comedy Resume from 2018-11-12T13:00
Amber Nash has been working on Archer 10 seasons now and shares all the fun, the sad, and the business of being in the comedy game so long. This interview is a road map for comedians looking to div...
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#PhoneSessions | Candid Conversation with Lavar Walker on the Comedy Game from 2018-11-09T13:00
Hot Breathren Lavar Walker called me up to share some comedy game and motivational praise for the podcast. Enjoy!
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#Tight5Podcast | Hosting Your First Show feat. Olivia Joy Steele from 2018-11-07T17:00
Olivia Joy Steele is only a few months into her comedy career and has already hosted her first show. She shares the good, the bad, and the funny of this milestone in every comic's journey.
#155 - Nick Gibbons: Working at Adult Swim, How to Pitch TV Shows, Finding Your Uniqe Comedy Voice from 2018-11-05T13:00
I recorded this interview on an early morning at Adult Swim Studios. Nick Gibbons has been working at Adult Swim for over ten years and in the comedy game for over twenty years. What’s so motivatin...
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#Tight5Podcast | Finding Your Voice on Stage with Erica Duchess from 2018-10-31T12:00
Erica Duchess is only 5 years into the game but already slaying stages by being her true self. After our show at a BBQ restaurant (#WeMadeIt), I had to ask her how she is so comfortable and authent...
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#154 - Manu Muraro: The Comedian Social Media Cheat Sheet, Getting Engaged Followers, IGTV + MORE from 2018-10-29T12:00
Manu is back to update the Hot Breathiverse on all that has changed in social media since her first interview over a year ago. She is a guru on the topic and someone you will want to follow and lea...
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#KeynoteSpeech for Podcast Atlanta - "Comedy and Podcasting" from 2018-10-26T16:00
Podcast Atlanta invited me out to their event to speak on the power of comedy in podcasting. I have been thinking about getting into the speaking world for a while and this experience has inspired ...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Bomb with Style from 2018-10-24T16:00
I had a rough run of shows last night and felt compelled to share this perspective that helps me bounce back from such nights. Enjoy!
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#153 - Ali Siddiq Returns (Kinda) : Throwback Episode #73 from 2018-10-22T12:00
This is our first throwback episode and we picked one of our most popular guests ever, Ali Siddiq. After his second interview (linked below), many of you reached out about how and where to hear his...
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#HotBreathRadioHour starring Jacob Williams, Coy Sutley, Michael Rowland from 2018-10-19T16:00
Hot Breath! Radio Hour is a one of a kind show that showcases local comedians through their performance and also interview with Joel live on stage. If you'd like to have the Radio Hour in your scen...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Perform in Front of 10 People like it's 10,000 from 2018-10-17T23:34:56
Comedy clubs are just a tiny percentage of the work you can get performing stand-up comedy. Challenge yourself to find new avenues to paid gigs. I've performed everywhere from sidewalks to garages ...
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#152 - Tamra Goins: Agents vs. Managers, Business Protocol for Comics, Taping a TV Reel from 2018-10-15T12:00
Tamra Goins is one of comedy's most powerful players titled the Head of Comedy at Innovative Artists in LA. This is her first podcast and she holds nothing back in this business masterclass all com...
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#HotBreathRadioHour starring Katt Williams, David Perdue, Samm Severin, Eazy Comedy, LueLue, Patty Pat, Dick Santori from 2018-10-12T16:00
Hot Breath! Radio Hour is a one of a kind show that showcases local comedians through their performance and also interview with Joel live on stage. If you'd like to have the Radio Hour in your scen...
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#Tight5Podcast | How to Save Money on the Road from 2018-10-10T16:00
_SPOILER ALERT_ Comedy does not pay well. So it's crucial to save money where and however you can. Here are a few tips I've learned from years of traveling on the road. Join our facebook group to s...
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#151 - Melanie Comarcho: Is Katt Williams Crazy? Touring with Martin Lawrence & Chris Tucker, How to Negotiate Your Rate from 2018-10-08T12:00
Melanie Comarcho does not do interviews, until now! Since her comedy career started way back in 1992, she has toured the world with comedy juggernauts like Katt Williams, Martin Lawrence, Chris Tuc...
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#150 - Ali Siddiq: Why You Suck at Comedy, Taping a Comedy Central Special, Comedy Gimmicks from 2018-10-01T12:00
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#149 - Jeremiah Watkins: Comedy Store Stories, Moving to LA from Kansas, Why All Comics Should Learn Improv from 2018-09-24T12:00
After moving to LA from Kansas at the age of 20, Jeremiah Watkins has become one of the most influential players in the LA comedy network. I've been a fan of Jeremiah's since seeing him in action o...
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#148 - Sean Patton: Killing vs. Being Funny, Comedy Storytelling Secrets, Louis CK Controversy from 2018-09-17T12:00
Sean Patton is one of comedy's most unique talents. I have seen him perform live four times and not a single set has been the same. He breaks down his technique behind improvising on stage and how ...
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#147 - Samm Severin: How to Record a Comedy Album, Balancing OCD with Comedy, Drugs and Creativity from 2018-09-10T12:00
Samm Severin is an Atlanta favorite that just recorded her first comedy album called "Stoned and Sad." She breaks down how comics can record their own albums from start to finish. There are also a ...
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#146 - Marvin Hunter Shares Stories of Working with Kevin Hart, Doing Comedy in the Navy, Taping a Comedy Central Special,+ MORE from 2018-09-03T12:00
Marvin Hunter just taped his second appearance on Comedy Central with his Half Hour special on Kevin Hart's Next Level show. He didn't start comedy until he was 30 but has found fast success after ...
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#145 - Tone Bell: Common Networking Mistakes, Starring on TV vs. Film, Shooting a Showtime Special from 2018-08-27T12:00
**Tone Bell is back for his second interview with Hot Breath! to talk about all he has learned from starring on TV shows and now in film. He shares all the gems you need to know about effectively n...
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#144 - Fray Forde and Catherine Dee Holly: How to Make an Award Winning Film Independently, Script Structure Tips, Character Analysis from 2018-08-20T12:00
This is the "how to" guide for making your own movie from concept to completion. My guests, Fray Forde and Catherine Dee Holly, of Coki Productions shares all their lessons learned to hard way from...
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#143 - Trey Moe Talks How to Book a Sold-Out Tour, Money Negotiating Tips, The Must Know Evolution of Social Media Strategy from 2018-08-13T12:00
Trey Moe lands our longest interview yet with with almost two hours of insight on his formula for going viral and how it's evolved since his first internet hit almost ten years ago, difference betw...
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#142 - Desi Banks: Building 2 Million Followers, Social Media Hacks, Instagram Algorithms + MORE from 2018-08-06T12:00
Desi Banks has built a 2 million+ online following at the young age of 25\. This episode is all about how he has built this influence and how you can do the same. You'll want to take lots of notes ...
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#141 - Bo Burnham & Elsie Fisher: How to Conquer Anxiety, Movie Audition Tips, YouTube Fame from 2018-07-30T12:00
Bo Burnham and Elsie Fisher are both educational and entertaining in this action packed interview covering everything from how they deal with anxiety, behind the scenes stories from the set of thei...
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#140 - Tyler Chronicles talks Winning Crowd Work Tricks, Hosting Tips, Pitfalls of Performing High + MORE from 2018-07-16T12:00
Tyler Chronicles returns to Hot Breath! days before moving to LA to film a starring role on BossipTV. His first interview (#92) reveals his comedy vision board and a year later it has all come true...
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#139 - Jacob Williams Shares How to Book Colbert, Conquering Stage Fright, Comedy Psychology from 2018-07-09T12:00
Jacob Williams has a self-made comedy resume ranging from performing on Late Night with Stephen Colbert to 8 seasons on Wild n Out and viral videos from America’s Got Talent. This rare interview wi...
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#138 - Laughing Skull Booker Andrew George Reveals Top Comic Mistakes, How to Get Booked + MORE from 2018-07-02T12:00
Andrew George is Laughing Skull's booker and festival producer revealing everything you've ever wanted answers about getting booked at one of the country's top comedy clubs. Listen to discover the ...
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#137 - Stan Pearson II Shares How Comedians Can Quickly Make Real Money Beyond Comedy from 2018-06-25T12:00
Stan Pearson II is an award winning speaker and motivational comedian with a masterclass on how you can brand yourself to success. This is not a cheesy gimmick. Stan has over a decade worth of insi...
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#136 - "Aaron Chewning Reveals How to Create Consistent Viral Content Using the Fortune 500 Formula" from 2018-06-18T12:00
Vine Star turned corporate content curator Aaron Chewning shares all the secrets he's learned from creating content for clients like AT&T and MLB. These companies are investing a lot of money into ...
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#135 - Karlous Miller's Show Business Secrets Every Real Comedian Should Know from 2018-06-11T12:00
Back for a second interview, Karlous Miller's comedy career has gone viral with his superstar improv and stand-up skills on MTV's Nick Cannon Wild n Out rap battles vs. Chico Bean, 85 South Show ro...
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#134 - How to Network Business with Celebrities feat. 85 South Show Producer Chad Oubre from 2018-06-04T12:00
This podcast interview is a masterclass on how to network business with celebrities and entrepreneurs. Our guest, Chad Oubre, has personally worked with everyone from Steve Harvey to Shaq, Will Pac...
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#133- Lavar Walker: Working BTS on Uncle Drew, Fighting Mike Epps, Building an Organic Following + MORE from 2018-05-28T12:00
Lavar Walker is a 15-year comedy veteran that has taken his well honed stage skills to social media and is reaping the rewards. Tune in to hear how you can build your own online following and how t...
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#132 - "How to Get Paid Doing Comedy with Jeff Justice" from 2018-05-21T12:00
Jeff Justice has been an award winning comedian/public speaker for over 30 years. In this Hot Breathisode, he shares too many tips to count on how comedians can make a significant living beyond the...
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#131 - "How to Film Your Comedy Special with Media Producer Rod Rose" from 2018-05-14T12:00
Rod Rose has a very successful TV/Film production career he is now leveraging into becoming one of comedy's most demanded comedy special producers. He has all the tips and tricks you can need to fi...
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#130 - "How to Find Your Voice on Stage with Dusty Slay" from 2018-05-07T14:00
Dusty Slay is not only one of the funniest, but also most self aware comedians working today. This powerful virtue has granted him access into many festivals and even an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel....
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#129 - Mia Jackon: Amy Schumer Advice, Must Know Comic Mistakes, Goal Setting Tactics from 2018-04-30T13:31:41
Mia Jackson is back for her second Hot Breathisode sharing incredible tips she's learned from working with superstars like Amy Schumer and Arsenio Hall. This is a must listen for anyone wanting to ...
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#128 - "How to Stay Focused on Your Goals with Nema Williams" from 2018-04-23T14:00
Nema Williams started comedy in prison wearing nothing but shackles and boxers. He has since appeared on Comedy Central, Shotime, Starz and more but is still not satisfied. After 18 years in comedy...
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#127 - "How to Write a TV Pilot with Vladimir Caamaño" from 2018-04-16T14:00
Vladimir Caamaño has not only appeared on Jimmy Kimmel but also written and sold his own autobiographical pilot to NBC. Listen to learn what the TV networks are looking to buy and how you can make ...
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#126 - "Show Promo Secrets with Ian Aber" from 2018-04-09T14:00
Ian Aber is not only one of the most successful show producers in Atlanta, but he also works for one of the most successful clubs in the country, Laughing Skull Lounge. Ian shares behinds the scene...
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#125 - Joel Gets Grilled by the Cultured Podcast! from 2018-04-02T14:00
It's rare to find a skilled interviewer in the podcast world, but Joel has met his match with Michelle Khouri on the Cultured Podcast. She dissects his entire story and creative process in this fea...
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#124 - "Stripping Your Way to Comedy Stardom with Special K" from 2018-03-26T14:00
Special K's comedy career started in prison, and that is the least shocking part of his journey to comedy stardom. He shares funny stories of leaving the Air Force to become a stripper, working on ...
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#123 - Sam Morril: The Math of Joke Writing, Prepping Conan Sets, Analyzing the Music of Comedy + MORE from 2018-03-19T13:00
Sam Morril is not only one of my favorite joke writers, but he has opened for some of comedy's favorite comics like Louis CK, Amy Schumer, and Dave Attell. Listen to learn his secret to crafting a ...
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#122 - "Working with Kevin Hart Featuring Mario Tory" from 2018-03-12T13:00
Mario Tory has toured the world doing comedy and has fun every step of the way. This fun approach to comedy has blessed him with a Comedy Central special and Kevin Hart taping. Listen to learn his ...
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#121 - "The Secret to Comedic Timing with Marlan Ballard" from 2018-03-05T14:00
This episode with comedian Marlan Ballard wraps up our Steve Brown trilogy. If you have not heard the last two Hot Breathisodes, listen to those first and save this finale as a treat! Marlan has wo...
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#120 - "How to Go Pro at Comedy with Gary Abdo" from 2018-02-26T14:00
Gary Abdo has been a comedy club owner for over 20 years rubbing elbows with all the greats and he has the stories to prove it. This is a must listen for comics looking to learn practical business ...
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#119 - "Getting Attacked on Stage with Steve Brown" from 2018-02-19T14:00
Comedy veteran Steve Brown recently went viral after getting attacked on stage at a comedy club is South Carolina. He shares ALL the behind the scenes stories of the club's controversial handling o...
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#118 - "Comedy on the Road with Murray Valeriano" from 2018-02-12T14:00
Murray Valeriano is a comedy veteran with two decades of experience performing with and writing for some of comedy's most legendary stars. However, with high success comes low failures and we cover...
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#117 - "How to Overcome Creativity Blocks with Michelle Khouri" from 2018-02-05T14:00
Michelle Khouri is a creative dynamo sharing her expertise on everything from writing to brand strategy and public speaking. Take notes! This is one of our most information packed episodes yet. Enj...
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#116 - "Building Scoutmob From One to One Million with Michael Tavani" from 2018-01-22T14:00
Michael Tavani is one of the few entrepreneurs to successfully build a start-up company (Scoutmob) from the ground up to viral success and he shares all his tricks of the trade in this exclusive in...
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#115 "How to Get 100K Fans From Home starring Darren Brand" from 2018-01-15T14:00
Darren Brand has built his 100K plus fan base from the grassroots of his home state North Carolina. This is a truly remarkable story full of helpful hints on how you can get fame your way without t...
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#114 "How to get discovered by Bob Sumner" from 2018-01-08T15:23:39
Comedy "star maker" Bob Sumner is known as the Lorne Michaels of urban comedy. Listen to learn the secrets to being a star and the habits you can create now to take your comedy career to the next l...
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#113 - "Photography Tips with Lauren Holley" from 2017-12-18T14:00
Lauren Holley is a 20+ year creative branding, design, and photography professional cramming two decades worth of tips into this interview. Enjoy and share!
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#112 - "The Branding Blueprint with Steve Canal" from 2017-12-11T14:00
Steve Canal is an award-winning branding architect, author, and global motivational speaker that shares his life of expertise in this thirty minute interview. Listen to learn why some of the world'...
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#111 - "Getting Customers with Golda Kombucha" from 2017-12-04T14:00
Melanie Wade is Founder of Golda Kombucha, Georgia’s first sparkling kombucha tea. Inspired by a treasured family recipe and fruit and herb flavors native to Georgia, Melanie began developing kombu...
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#110 - "How to Build A Winning Team" from 2017-11-27T14:00
This is a collaborative storm of team building tips with award winning Atlanta influencers Root City, Squishiepuss, Bones and Blooms, and JonesyArtATL. Share this with anyone you know trying to bui...
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#109 "Finding Your Audience with Dream Beard" from 2017-11-20T14:00
Ryan and his wife Brittany started the internationally renowned Dream Beard brand years before beards were trending! This is the perfect interview for anyone looking to build their own brand ahead ...
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#108 - Freestyle Rapper Charron - Booking Wild n' Out, Battle Rap Tips, How to Network Business from 2017-11-13T14:00
Charron is one of the most feared battle rappers in music and now comedy. His one of a kind skills have taken him from international competitions to now a star on MTV's Wild n' Out. Listen to learn...
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#107 - "Why Your Brand Design Isn't Working with Scott Fuller" from 2017-11-06T14:00
Trend setting designer Scott Fuller breaks down the art of graphic design and the impact it can have on your business. Owner of The Studio Temporary, Scott also shares practical advice on running y...
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#106 - Joel Starring on School of Laughs Podcast! from 2017-10-30T13:00
One of my favorite podcasts is School and Laughs and I learned so much from being interviewed by 27 year comedy veteran Rik Roberts. This is one of my most educational profiles yet. Enjoy!
#105 - Rik Roberts Reveals How to Make Real Money in Comedy, Finding Your "Ultimate" Audience, Creating a Corporate Keynotes from 2017-10-23T14:00
Rik Roberts is an almost 30 year comedy veteran with an inspirational business instinct he candidly shares with the Hot Breathiverse. Listen and learn how to get more business in your show business...
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#104 "How to Build Your Brand's Personality with KKI Creative" from 2017-10-16T14:00
This is a branding masterclass with KKI Creative. We explore common mistakes and strengths of brands and how you can inject your personality into every element of your brand. You will leave this in...
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#103 - "How to Network with Joyelle Nicole Johnson" from 2017-10-09T14:00
Joyelle has partied at Chappelle's house and eaten chicken wings with Louis CK. Listen to learn how networking off stage has effected her success on stage in this insightful interview full of stori...
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#102 - Epic Briefs Podcast starring Joel! from 2017-10-02T14:00
The tables have turned in this Hot Breathisode of me being interviewed on Atlanta's Epic Briefs Podcast. This is the perfect episode to learn more about me and my daily routines balancing stand up ...
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#101 - "Tangible Health Tips with Tierra Burrell" from 2017-09-25T14:00
Tierra Burrell is an inspirational health guru with a passion for sharing her knowledge to those in need. Well I was in need and decided to dissect her expertise on tangible health tips and habits ...
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#100 - "From 1 to 100 with Rob Haze" from 2017-09-18T14:00
We celebrate our 100th Hot Breathisode with our first guest ever, Rob Haze, on our first live interview ever at Java Monkey in Decatur. This is a fun and informative interview about what Rob has le...
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#99 - "How to Design Your Brand with B. Chil" from 2017-09-11T14:00
Bhargava Chiluveru is an award winning artist, designer and branding strategist sharing practical tips on how to find your brand's identity and actually get paid for your art. Only on Hot Breath! <...
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#98 "How to Get Booked with Jamie Bendall" from 2017-08-28T14:00
Jamie Bendall is a comedian/owner of Punchline Comedy Club that holds nothing back in this revealing interview covering everything from how to get booked in a comedy club to performance tips and wh...
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#97 - Joel Starring on Atlanta's Hellions Podcast! from 2017-08-21T14:00
Last week's guest Ray "@squishiepuss" Geier turns the tables and interviews Joel on his Hellions Podcast. I must say this is the most revealing interview with Joel to date. There are countless nugg...
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#96 "How to Make Money and Art with @SquishiePuss" from 2017-08-14T14:00
Ray "SquishiePuss" Geier has worked his way into becoming one of the nation's most influential artists. This interview traces his 15 hour workdays and actionable tips for any artist to make a profi...
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#95 - "Taking Your Radio Career to TV Stardom with Mara Davis" from 2017-08-07T14:00
Mara Davis has made an award winning career interviewing some of the world's most famous figures. Well now it's time for the questions to be turned on Mara and Creative Loafing Best of Atlanta's Ho...
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#94 - "Making Music and History with Kawan Prather" from 2017-07-31T14:00
Kawan Prather is one of music's most influential forces from behind the scenes to in front of the mic. This one of a kind interview dissects his inspirational journey from mentoring Outkast and Ush...
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#93 - "Balancing Food, Fitness, and Fun with Desiree Nathanson" from 2017-07-24T14:00
This is the most comprehensive interview on health I have every conducted or heard. Desiree has a gift for making health and fitness not only approachable but attainable. Listen to this Hot Breathi...
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#92 - Tyler Chronicles Helps You Write New Material, Create a Business Plan, Design a Vision Board, + MORE from 2017-07-17T14:00
Tyler Chronicles should not be alive. We trace his steps from 12-year old shootouts in Compton to meditating his way onto television in this one of a kind interview! Be inspired and entertained wit...
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#91 - "Hacking Social Media with @YourSocialTeam" from 2017-07-10T14:27:50
This is a must listen for anyone wanting to boost their social media presence! Manu Muraro, founder of @YourSocialTeam, has cultivated a career developing successful online brands and is now sharin...
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#90 - Kurt Metzger: Starting Comedy with Kevin Hart, Writing Comedy Central Roasts, Being a White Male in Comedy from 2017-06-26T14:00
Kurt Metzger has worked with everyone from Louis CK to Patrice O'Neil and Amy Schumer. Despite his impressive resume, his highly publicized opinionated rants have gotten him in hot water on numerou...
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#89 - "DJing for Jay-Z, Kevin Hart, and Chappelle with DJ Trauma" from 2017-06-19T14:00
DJ Trauma is one of music, and now comedy's, most elite DJs. This rare interview at the Mandarin Hotel traces his trendsetting Atlanta music roots and how they groomed him to become one of the worl...
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#88 - Vanessa Fraction: Building a Team, Branding 101, White vs. Black Rooms from 2017-06-12T14:04:29
This Hot Breathisode is our most emotional yet with Vanessa Fraction revealing the importance of family in a turbulent comedy career and teaching us productivity tips. Only on Hot Breath!
#87 - Building your Brand to 100K Followers with @ATL_BucketList from 2017-06-05T14:00
Alyssa Fagien has built her account @ATL_BucketList from zero to 100K in just two short years. This interview is a master class on how you can do the same to your brand. Enjoy and share the knowled...
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#86 - "Leveraging Your Show into a Business with Andrew Schulz" from 2017-05-22T14:00
Andrew Schulz shares valuable lessons learned from starring on five MTV2 shows simultaneously and how he has built a consistent top 10 podcast. Only on Hot Breath!
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#85 - "Interviewing Jonathan Winters, Milton Berle and more with Dan Pasternack" from 2017-05-15T14:00
Dan Pasternack has interviewed and befriended comedy legends ranging from Jonathan Winters to Milton Berle and Mel Brooks. We dive into golden lessons learned from working with comedy legends, deve...
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#84 - Mark Normand: Sharing Stories of Amy Schumer, Judd Apatow, and Louis CK from 2017-05-08T14:00
Comedy Central's Mark Normand shares hilariously insightful stories about working with Amy Schumer, Judd Apatow, and Louis CK. Mark also gets candid about how he grew from living in the hood of New...
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#83 - "Playing the Magic Negro with Mark Kendall" from 2017-05-01T14:00
Mark Kendall has spent over three years developing his one man show "The Magic Negro." Listen to learn how coming from an affluent white private school informed his critically acclaimed performance...
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#82 - "Staying Married Over 60 Years with Ann and Bud Byars" from 2017-04-24T14:00
Fresh off my own marriage, I interviewed my grandparents about their 60+ year marriage and all the secrets to having such an exciting relationship that stands the test of time. Love and enjoy!
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#81 - "Getting to Know Joel with Deep Fried Kale" from 2017-03-27T14:00
Hot Breath! host Joel Byars gets an in-depth profile on Atlanta podcast Deep Fried Kale! This is a good one to learn about how Hot Breath! came to be and how you too can start your own podcast. Onl...
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#80 - "Learning Show Biz Secrets with Marshall Chiles" from 2017-03-20T13:15:49
Laughing Skull owner Marshall Chiles sits down for a rare interview about everything from how to get booked at clubs to writing and developing your own TV show. Only on Hot Breath!
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#79 - "Branding 101 with Comedian Shawty Shawty" from 2017-03-13T13:00
Comedy legend Shawty Shawty sits down for his most in-depth interview of his 20 year career sharing secrets to everything from branding to performing and networking that only experience can teach. ...
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#78 - "Building the ESPN of Comedy with ComedyHype" from 2017-03-06T14:00
Comedy Hype founder Jon Williams sits down with Hot Breath! for a rare interview about how to build an international brand without compromising your vision. This interview will inspire you to take ...
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#77 - "Balancing Morning Radio and Nightly Comedy with Brian Moote" from 2017-02-27T14:00
National radio host/comedian Brian Moote shares fun stories of his journey from special ed teacher to national radio host and how comedy saved his family. Only on Hot Breath!
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#76 - "Being Vine Famous with Aaron Chewning" from 2017-02-20T14:00
Aaron Chewning is a two-time finalist for Viner of the year and an all-time favorite of Hot Breath! He sits down to share behind the scenes secrets of the creative Vine world and how his failures h...
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#75 - "Creating Conscious Comedy with David Perdue" from 2017-02-13T14:00
Atlanta native David Perdue has been featured on Comedy Central, FuseTV, and voted Creative Loafing's 2017 People to Watch. This interview traces his journey from a temperamental kid to socially in...
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#74 - "Comedy Writing Secrets with Tom Simmons" from 2017-02-06T14:00
Twenty year comedy veteran Tom Simmons breaks down his secret writing and refining process while conducting a joke case study on how he made the scary facts about our Federal Reserve funny. Only on...
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#73 - Ali Siddiq talks Starting Comedy in Prison, Social Media Beefs, Storytelling Tips from 2017-01-30T14:00
Comedy Central's Ali Siddiq traces his journey from prison to primetime while revealing storytelling secrets and comedy tips we can all learn from!
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#72 - "Suing MTV with Billy Sorrells" from 2017-01-23T14:37:39
Billy Sorrells shares the secret to creating viral videos and how to protect yourself from being robbed by Viacom.
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#71 - "Making a Movie on Drugs with Bob Place" from 2017-01-16T14:00
Atlanta's favorite writer/director Bob Place takes us on an sex, drug, and murder fueled journey through his secrets to making the award winning film American Dirtbags.
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#70 - Quincy Jones - "Everything's Great!" from 2017-01-09T14:00
Comedian Quincy Jones shares his secret to staying so positive in spite of a terminal cancer diagnosis and why 2017 will be his best year yet!
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#69 - Hot Breath! with Joel Byars - "#BooThousandSixteen" from 2017-01-03T14:00
2016 was painful, so I hand picked the top 20 boo stories of the year. Listen to hear if your favorite made the cut! #BooThousandSixteen
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#68 - Emma Willmann - "Reinventing Comedy" from 2016-12-19T14:00
Emma Willmann is the only comic to have performed on The Colbert Show. Listen to learn how she started this new trend and what being an agent taught her about stand-up comedy. #CaffeinateYourEars
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#67 - TK Kirkland talks Negotiating Money, Common Comic Mistakes, Navigating Show Business from 2016-12-12T14:00
TK Kirkland rarely does interviews but was willing to sit down with Hot Breath! after a weekend of sold out shows at Atlanta's legendary Uptown Comedy Corner. We explore his 30 year career and all ...
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#66 - Joel Byars - Zen Noodle Pie from 2016-12-05T14:00
I had the honor of being featured on Atlanta's Zen Noodle Pie Podcast! With the rapid growth of Hot Breath!, I felt this was a great opportunity to share more behind the scenes insight into my crea...
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#65 - Trey Moe - "Trey Moe Show" from 2016-11-28T14:00
Internet sensation Trey Moe shares his secret to getting over 10 million views on YouTube and the major difference between having followers vs. a following. You will never look at internet stars th...
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#64 - Spoken Reasons - "I Ain't Sh*t Yet" from 2016-11-21T14:00
Internet superstar Spoken Reasons shares his knowledge on everything from the power of having 2 million YouTube subscribers to why social media is the modern day crack. This is an interview you wil...
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#63 Roy Wood Jr. - "Father Figure" from 2016-11-14T14:00
The Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr. shares behind the scenes stories of working on TV's most influential television and what he has learned in almost two decades of doing comedy. #CaffeinateY...
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#62 Rory Albanese - "From Daily Show to Daily Grind" from 2016-11-07T14:00
9-time Emmy winner Rory Albanese shares his political insight from years of Executive Producing the Daily Show and Nightly Show. This interview will ignite you with a new perspective on the relatio...
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#61 - Jack Thriller talks Beefing with 2 Chainz, Working with 50 Cent, Interviewing Tips from 2016-10-31T13:00
Mogul Jack Thriller started his career getting booed in Atlanta and has since become a self-made comedian, rapper, and sex show host with plans to build a platform for others to build their own emp...
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#60 - Joe List - "Are You Mad At Me?" from 2016-10-24T14:00
Joe List is not only the opener for Louis CK, he is an international headliner in his own right with years of experience from drunkily pooping in shoes to performing on Letterman and Conan. This is...
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#59 - Mindy Tucker - "With Reservation" from 2016-10-17T14:00
Mindy Tucker is comedy's most influential photographer. This rare interview peeks into her successful painting background and the parallels between comedy and photography. There are also great insi...
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#58 - Clayton English - "The Last Comic Standing" from 2016-10-10T14:00
Clayton English is the winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing. This interview is a follow-up covering everything from fun stories of life on the road as one of comedy's most sought after talents to fu...
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#57 - Ian Covell - "Atlanta is For Real" from 2016-10-03T13:44:19
Ian Covell has been doing Improv for decades and now owns Atlanta's most diverse comedy studio, Highwire Comedy Co. This is the only place to see stand-up, sketch, and improv all under one roof. O...
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#56 - Mike Albanese - "Red Clay Comedy" from 2016-09-26T14:00
Mike Albanese is an Atlanta comedy alum and the co-founder of Red Clay Comedy Festival. This interview has all the highs and lows that come with the relentless pursuit of your dreams. Listen to le...
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#55 - Ryan Singer - "The Prophet Comic" from 2016-09-19T14:00
Mindcast Host Comedian Ryan Singer joins the Hot Breathiverse to share his transformation from prophet to comic only on Hot Breath!
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#54 - Joel Byars - Bombs on Stage from 2016-09-12T14:00
I share my many experiences bombing on stage with Atlanta's own Bombed Podcast!
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#53 - Nick Griffin - "Late Night King" from 2016-09-05T14:00
Nick Griffin has appeared on Letterman over 10 times in his 30 year career. This interview explores how he has been able to achieve such success and also the mistakes made along the way. Strap on y...
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#52 - Troy Conrad - "Comedy Jesus" from 2016-08-29T14:00
Troy Conrad is comedy's most prominent photographer, but his years of experience on stage are what grant him access into capturing some of comedy's most memorable moments. We discuss his time as a ...
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#51 - Tom Rhodes - "The World's Comic" from 2016-08-22T20:54:14
Tom Rhodes enlightens listeners with stories of his 30 year career as one of the world's most traveled comedians. #CaffeinateYourEars
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# 50 - Host Joel Byars featured on Hardcore Casual Podcast! from 2016-08-15T14:00
I was featured on Atlanta's Hardcore Casual Podcast! Fellow comedian/podcast host Sam G dissects my comedy philosophy and motivation behind teaching a comedy class. #CaffeinateYourEars
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#49 - Brian Moses - "Roast Battle" from 2016-08-08T14:00
Comedy Central Roast Battle Host Brian Moses explains the 3-year evolution of the show from it's inception in the Comedy Store parking lot to prime time TV!
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#48 - Show Producer Maurice Sims: Comedy Show Do's and Dont's, How to Get Paid, + MORE from 2016-08-01T14:00:01
Atlanta's top comedy promoter, Maurice Sims, shares promotional secrets learned in corporate America that have allowed him to produce some of Atlanta's best weekly comedy shows!
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#47 - Craig Wilson - "Uptown Funk" from 2016-07-25T14:00
Craig Wilson owns THE most prestigious urban comedy club in the world, Uptown Comedy Corner, and he sits down for his first one on one interview with none other than Hot Breath! Podcast. You have t...
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#46 - Bob Wood - "Blessed" from 2016-07-18T14:00:01
Atlanta's Bob Wood divulges the divine resurrection of Relapse Theatre in this one of a kind interview only fate could capture.
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#45 - Rotknee Leete - "Punk Rock Comedy" from 2016-07-11T14:00:01
Atlanta's Man of Mystery Rotknee Leete opens up for the first time about his humble beginnings and times in the Army and punk rock bands before helping Atlanta become the new comedy mecca!
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#44 - Aries Spears - "Respect the Truth" from 2016-07-04T14:00
Comedy legend Aries Spears opens up like never before about why he is so outspoken, the "secret" powers of Hollywood, and how to create your own groundbreaking impressions. #CaffeinateYourEars
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#43 - Nick Vatterott - "Do What's Funny" from 2016-06-27T14:00:01
Nick Vatterott is one of comedy's most groundbreaking act. His accolades span across a top 10 comedy album, Andy Kaufman Award, voted Chicago's funniest male, Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and Comedy Centra...
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#42 - Paul Provenza - "Juicy City" from 2016-06-20T14:00
Comedy legend Paul Provenza shares behind the scenes stories from comedy greats and why Atlanta has the "juiciest comedy scene ever."
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#41 - Joel Byars - Flights Podcast from 2016-06-13T14:00
This is me being interviewed about MY process. #CaffeinateYourEars
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#40 - Ramon Rivas II - "The Heat" from 2016-06-06T14:00
Ramon has attained a Comedy Central Half Hour special without moving away from his hometown of Cleveland. Listen to find out how! #CaffeinateYourEars
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#39 - Shane Mauss - "Psychonaut" from 2016-05-30T14:00:01
Shane Mauss opens up about his transition from a traditional Catholic childhood in one of America's drunkest cities to becoming a "psychonaut" and how that has affected his comedy career.
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#38 - Josh Harris - "God and Drugs" from 2016-05-23T14:00:01
Is God a drug? Tune in to hear Josh Harris reflect on a life of addiction and how faith saved his life.
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#37 - Shalewa Sharpe - "Black Enough" from 2016-05-16T14:00
Shalewa Sharpe shares her experiences growing up not "black enough" in the south and how that gives her an advantage doing comedy in New York. #CaffeinateYourEars
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#36 - Matthew Broussard - "Mathlete" from 2016-05-09T13:59:09
Matthew Broussard chronicles his meteoric progression from winning Houston’s Funniest Comedian to filming Comedy Central’s House Party, 2 MTV2 shows and now a comedy central half hour special all w...
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#35 - Show Booker Joe Pettis: Top Comic Booking Mistakes, Proper Comedy Venue Advice, + MORE from 2016-05-02T14:00:01
We have the right guest today with the Atlanta comedy producer patriarch Joe Pettis. This interview took place the week after his high of running the comedy tent at Sweetwater’s 420 Fest. Joe has ...
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#34 - Kenny DeForest - "The Gatekeeper" from 2016-04-25T06:15:48
Kenny DeForest is the first non Atlanta comedian to be on Hot Breath, and with good reason. Based out of New York but starting in Chicago, Kenny provides great parallels between the stars of Chica...
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#33 Marcus Harvey - "The Barber Star" from 2016-04-18T14:02:21
Marcus Harvey, aka The Barber Star, has worked his way from a teen sweeping the floor of a barber shop to THE premiere celebrity barber of the 21st century. Not only has he cut the hair of artists ...
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#32 - Ashima Franklin - "Me Being Me" from 2016-04-11T13:35:41
Ashima Franklin is Queen of Katt Williams' Tours. Ms. Franklin gives us some first hand behind the scenes on the current Katt Williams controversy, as well as her unknown performing arts background...
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#31 - Neel Nanda - "Focused" from 2016-04-04T14:13:59
We’ve got a hot one for ya today with Hotlebrity Neel Nanda. Our conversation took place the week of Viceland’s Flophouse Atlanta filming, which he hosted and actually convinced Vice to use the cit...
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#30 - K-Dubb - "Famous and Broke" from 2016-03-28T14:00
The #KingOfAtlanta, Kelly "K-Dubb" Walker has the resume to prove it. Since starting comedy in high school, Mr. Dubb has filmed everything from P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy to Def Comedy Jam and t...
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#29 - Landry - "Challenge Yourself" from 2016-03-21T12:44:25
Landry, aka the punch lion, has won the Boston Comedy Festival and World Series of Comedy, This interview turned into a Ted Talk of comedy covering everything from specific writing techniques to pe...
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#28 Lace Larrabee - "Comedy Baby" from 2016-03-14T13:03:36
Lace Larrabee is the better half of last week’s Hot Brethren Jarrod Harris. Lace shares her dilemma between wanting a family life while nurturing what she calls their “comedy baby.” However, we st...
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#27 Jarrod Harris - "White Male Comic" from 2016-03-07T13:42:15
Jarrod Harris is the Atlanta comedy Commander. In this interview, he opens up about a comedy career spanning from being homeless, to living in a van to befriending comedy legends like Stephen Colbe...
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#26 Jerry Farber - "Youth is Hip" from 2016-02-29T14:02:22
Today’s Hot Brethren is the one, the only, Jerry Farber. Jerry is an Atlanta legend that shares insight from a 55 year career as a jazz pianist and comedian. HE just recently had a documentary rele...
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#25 John-Michael Bond - "Make Friends" from 2016-02-22T14:04:49
This interview takes place in the home of Atlanta comedy Mayor John-Michael Bond the week of his life changing move out to Los Angeles. The offspring of a pastor and community organizer, John-Micha...
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#24 Toni and Griff - "I Love Toni" from 2016-02-15T13:50:08
This is the perfect Valentine’s episode for all you Hot Brethren and Sistren, You may have heard Toni make a cameo in last week’s episode, well we had to bring her back for a full interview with he...
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#23 Griff - "Positive Vibes" from 2016-02-08T13:46:39
Griff is a 20 year comedy veteran whose career has taken him from being an author, sportscaster, morning DJ of Atlanta’s V103 and 107.9 all the way to being the first American to perform stand-up o...
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#22 Jeff Dauler - "Keep Moving Forward" from 2016-02-01T16:06:02
Jeff is a 20 year radio icon based out of Atlanta by way of Syracuse New York. This in depth interview traces his professional radio and comedy career around the country and lands on his new job as...
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#21 Ron G - "Trust Yourself" from 2016-01-25T13:50:37
Ron G has been seen on everything from Bud Light and Lincoln commercials to Key and Peele, Ted Talks and the Last Comic Standing Finals. Our conversation explores how he has spoken these opportunit...
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#20 Tushar Singh - "Westernized" from 2016-01-18T14:09:27
Tushar Singh started his comedy journey in Atlanta but has taken his talents to everywhere from New York to LA and now India. This interview traces his voyage from growing up Indian in Huntsville A...
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#19 Ronnie Jordan - "Working Double" from 2016-01-11T13:49:19
Ronnie Jordan is a natural born comedy killer straight out of Atlanta. Just a year into his career, he won the Kings of Comedy competition at Madison Square Garden and has not looked back. In this...
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#18 Dulcé Sloan - "Mama Dulcé" from 2016-01-04T14:35:23
Dulcé Sloan, aka Mama Dulcé, is the 2015 winner of StandUp NBC, New Face of the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival and runner up in the nationally recognized Laughing Skull Festival. Although a ...
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#17 Rodney Perry - "A Merry Perry Christmas" from 2015-12-28T13:47:16
Rodney Perry is an Atlanta mogul that discusses everything from Kevin Hart buying up all his friends to becoming the face of a surging television network. He also shares wisdom developed from over ...
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#16 Karlous Miller Brings Two Strippers to Drop Wild n' Out Stories, Comedy Game Learned from Mike Epps, Kevin Hart, Nick Cannon + MORE from 2015-12-21T14:08:39
Karlous Miller calls this interview his “Rick James moment” and has the dancing strippers to prove it. Unfortunately, this is before we started video recording so you will just have to use your ima...
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#15 Andy Sandford - "Joke Muscles" from 2015-12-14T13:58:38
Andy Sandford is an Atlanta comedy comrade finding success on his terms. This interview takes place the week after his television debut on Conan. We explore everything from his tedious preparation...
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#14 Tone Bell - How to Book Multiple TV Shows, Comedy Marketing Secrets, Hollywood Networking Tricks from 2015-12-07T14:03:30
Tone Bell is one of comedy’s most relevant and rising stars. He has been voted as Comedy Central’s Comic to watch, Variety’s top 10 comics, and TV Guide’s fall talent to watch. Tone candidly reveal...
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#13 Dave Stone - "Funny Biscuits" from 2015-11-30T13:57:54
Dave Stone. You may have seen him on Last Comic Standing, Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, or live on tour with Craig Ferguson. Our conversation took place his first week out on the road with M...
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#12 Byron Bowers - "Power of Threes" from 2015-11-23T13:52
Byron Bowers meditates on the momentum of his career from sleeping in his car to shining in the spotlight on Jimmy Kimmel Live! We also discuss how his street smarts learned in Atlanta give him a c...
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#11 Gilbert Lawand - "Gilbert the Great" from 2015-11-16T13:54:26
Gilbert Lawand is the ambassador of Atlanta comedy and one of the nation's most influential figures in the evolution of the current comedy landscape. Besides opening up for other influential comics...
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#10 Hot Breath! - "The Origin Story" from 2015-11-09T11:52:18
Joel hops in the Hot! Seat with fellow Atlanta comedian Cris Gray in this revealing interview featured on NPR. A must listen for any Hot Breath! Fan.
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Hot! Minute - #EastvsWest from 2015-10-26T12:51:15
Hear Hot! Breath Comics clash the comedy worlds of Los Angeles vs. New York.
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Hot! Minute - #IGcomedy from 2015-10-19T14:00:06
Hot Breath! guests provide professional perspective into the new wave of internet comedians.
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Hot! Minute - #PODlanta from 2015-10-12T14:00:29
Your favorite Hot Breath! guests get personal about podcasts!
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Hot! Minute - #BOOlanta from 2015-10-05T13:43:27
Your favorite guests from season 1 share their universal experience of getting booed on stages across Atlanta.
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Hot! Minute - #ATLcomedy from 2015-09-28T14:01:13
Hear all your favorite Hot Breath! guests share their opinion of Atlanta comedy's ascent to Hollywood.
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#9 Rod Man - "That Good Funny" from 2015-09-21T13:58:20
Rod Man shares his story of being a "20 year overnight sensation." We trace his career from sleeping on the floor to winning Last Comic Standing and now developing a show with NBC. Rod Man also pr...
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#8 Ms. Pat - Surviving Two Gun Shots, Finding Your Voice on Stage, Storytelling Advice - Comedy Podcast from 2015-09-14T13:51:27
Hear Ms. Pat like never before with hilariously candid stories of getting attacked on stage by Nerf balls, shot twice as a teen mom and the similarities between selling crack and telling jokes. ...
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#7 Clayton English - "Where is the Love?" from 2015-09-07T15:11:32
Clayton English opens up about his unique path to Last Comic Standing's Finals and the creative process developed along the way.
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#6 - Lavar Walker: Kevin Hart Advice, Social Media vs. Stand-Up, Master Tips for Impressions, + MORE from 2015-08-31T13:53:11
Lavar Walker has been on tour with Kevin Hart, The Shaq All-Stars, Last Comic Standing, and now Hot Breath! Hear his journey from getting booed in comedy clubs to Kevin Hart proclaiming him to be "...
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#5 - Mia Jackson: Quitting a Career For Comedy, Comic Organization Tips, Branding Tactics from 2015-08-24T14:00:02
Mia Jackson is a veteran of Atlanta Comedy, and her investment is paying off. This interview explores her humble beginnings in a comedy world before social media, and how that affected her preparat...
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#4 Noah Gardenswartz - "You Can't Fake Funny" from 2015-08-17T14:18:21
Fresh off his performance on Last Comic Standing, Noah shares how his experience in Atlanta comedy gives him a competitive edge in a fickle comedy industry, reveals insight into the lifestyle of a ...
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#3 Drew Thomas - "The Money Doesn't Change" from 2015-08-10T14:16:37
Drew Thomas was born in Jamaica, raised in Brooklyn, but found his comedy home in Atlanta. A true ambassador of the scene, he has shared his talents on the Late Show with Craig Ferguson and now ma...
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#2 Caleb Synan - "L.A. is Where the Devil Lives" from 2015-08-03T14:12:57
Caleb Synan is a local preacher’s kid with a southern gentleman’s charm. At just 23 years old, this young gun has already made a name for himself as a finalist of The Laughing Skull Festival, a fea...
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#1 Rob Haze - "A Star is Born" from 2015-07-27T01:30:02
NBC Stand Up for Diversity Contest and Bay Area Comedy Competition. He has also been featured on Fox’s Laughs TV and NBC’s Last Comic Standing. Rob Haze is an Atlanta born UGA alum rapidly risin...
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Hot Breath! Official Trailer from 2015-07-20T14:34:52
This season features all the funny Atlanta comedians on Last Comic Standing 9. Enjoy.
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