55 Reasons to Laugh Today
(And a Quick Favor)
Hi, Friends! Most folks usually come to this Substack for some reading and reflections on comedy, but today I want to offer you comedy itself, completely free, and 100% clean. Why? Because I just hit a fun little milestone over on my YouTube channel. What? I officially crossed the 55-clip mark for my live stand-up comedy shorts. That’s 55+ different moments from comedy clubs and theaters across the country, all uploaded and ready to watch. In addition to my live writing sessions, funny shorts, and “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast, I also want my YouTube channel to be a sorta go-to sanctuary for smart, clean laughs, a place for folks to step away from the chaos for a few minutes.
A Quick Invitation: My YouTube channel is growing, and I want my favorite Substack readers to be a part of it. We are building a community of folks who just want a smart, clean place to step away from the heavy news of the day. If you enjoy my writing here, you’ll love the stand-up clips over there. Take 5 seconds to click the orange button just below and join the sanctuary.
Now that you’ve done that, check out the playlist below of 55 clips from recent shows. HUGE “Thanks!” to everyone who has supported me and my work thus far, whether it’s been through reading, listening, showing up to shows, or laughing.
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