Monday, November 26, 2018

#158 - Caleb Synan (2015) - Moving to LA, Booking Last Comic Standing, Religion and Comedy


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 finalist of The Laughing Skull Festival, a featured guest on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom Show, and now Last Comic Standing. His rise to fame is documented with humility as we discuss his arc from homeschooled preacher’s kid to college drop-out chasing a comedy dream. Wake up and tune in to this inspirational tale of faith.

Listeners will learn about:
  • Comedy Festivals
  • Booking Last Comic Standing
  • How to get booked at clubs
  • Email etiquette
  • Preachers vs. Comedians
  • Growing up as preacher's kid
  • Being genuine on stage
  • Being homeschooled
  • Networking the comedy hierarchy
  • The business of comedy


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#157 - Caleb Synan: Booking Conan Twice, Networking Tips, Finding Your Voice



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 in three years? Listen to learn how!

Listeners Will Learn About:
  • The comedy grind of LA
  • Performing on Conan
  • How to book a TV Show
  • Going to Just for Laughs
  • Networking Tips
  • Setting goals and achieving them
  • Finding your voice on stage
  • Writing for TV shows
  • The success mindset
  • The power of comedy festivals
Hear Caleb's First Interview:
https://audioboom.com/posts/3493660-2-caleb-synan-l-a-is-where-the-devil-lives
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#156 - Amber Nash: Booking Archer without Audition, Voiceover Work Tips, Diversifying Your Comedy Resume



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 diversify their portofolio and develop multiple comedy skills that lead to more bookings and opportunities.

Listeners will learn:
  • Getting Archer without an audition
  • Creating characters
  • Breaking into voiceover industry
  • Finding your character voice
  • Improv vs stand up comedians
  • How comics can learn new comedy skills
  • Working on Archer
  • Behind the Scenes of voice over work
  • Pitching to tv networks
  • Atlanta comedy

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Amber Nash Links:
https://www.youtube.com/user/DadsGarageTV
https://www.instagram.com/ambercnash/?hl=en
https://twitter.com/ambercnash
http://www.hartofamerica.com/

Joel Byars Links:
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Link to Joel's Comedy Writing Book:
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#155 - Nick Gibbons: Working at Adult Swim, How to Pitch TV Shows, Finding Your Uniqe Comedy Voice




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 motivating about this interview is Nick’s ability to create success his way by doing and learning instead of wishing. This is the perfect interview for any comics hoping to one day get on TV. Nick proves it’s possible without having to compromise your creative voice. Enjoy!

Listeners will learn about:
  • Behind the scenes of Adult Swim
  • How to pitch a TV show
  • Getting a show on Adult Swim
  • The difference between doing and wishing
  • Learning from every failure
  • The mentality of a comedian
  • Doing work without people asking
  • How to stand out in a crowded comedy world
  • Why some shows fail
  • The value of work ethic

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Roy Wood Jr. Episode:
https://audioboom.com/posts/5280043-63-roy-wood-jr-father-figure
Joel's Website: http://www.JoelByarsComedy.com/
Link to Joel's Comedy Writing Book:
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Nick Gibbons Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/nicknickgibbons
https://twitter.com/NickGibbons
Nick Gibbons Research:
https://www.youtube.com/user/radioactivecrotch
http://channel101.wikia.com/wiki/Nick_Gibbons
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0316581/
https://www.ucbcomedy.com/user/2602