As you know, this is a comedy site. I put a lot of FREE content on here. My goal is to keep this site FREE, keep my podcasts FREE, and keep my private joke writing group on Facebook FREE. But I’m also leaning into some new ventures. I’m probably not wrong to assume that many who read site and subscribe are interested in joke writing and stand-up comedy. If that’s you and you want to be funnier, I can help. Here’s a video announcement and, if you want more details, keep reading after you watch.
If you want to write tighter, hit harder, land better, or actually know why your joke worked, or didn’t, I can help. I’ve spent 25 years writing and speaking in front of live audiences nearly every week. I’ve got five degrees, a doctorate, a college course where I teach stand-up, a full online joke-writing course, almost 30 books to my name, and yes, I’m a real working comedian. I don’t just study this stuff. I do it. And now, I’m opening the door for you to work with me directly. Whether you're just starting out or tightening your next set, I can help, whether you want to hire me for a one-off event or on a regular basis. Here’s what I’m offering:
Joke Writing: I’ll write original jokes for you and/or with you. In the last few weeks, I’ve helped a comedian write jokes and a groom write a hilarious wedding speech. I also spend time every single week working with at least 1 other comedian workshopping and editing jokes. So, whether you’re doing stand-up, giving a speech, writing a roast, or trying to slip one past your in-laws at dinner, I can help. You give me the idea. I help you find the funny.
Joke Editing & Workshopping: Already have jokes but they’re just not hitting? I’ll help you fine-tune them. I’ll help cut the fat, tighten the rhythm, make the punchline punchier, and rework the setup so it’s less like a TED Talk on boredom and more like a solid joke.
Punching Up Scripts or Speeches: I’m not hating on TED talks. I’ve done one myself. I know the ins and outs. So, if you’ve got a TEDx talk, a wedding toast, a conference keynote, or a sermon, I can help sprinkle in the comedy.
Creative Content Brainstorming: Need help envisioning or creating something from scratch? A podcast? A concept for a bit? A social media series? A YouTube short? A recurring segment for your church announcements that doesn’t feel like purgatory? I’ve got ideas. Let’s create content together.
Memorization Help: You’ve written something good. But now you’re pacing around your house like a community theater understudy mumbling lines into a mirror. I’ve got techniques and strategies to help you lock your content in without becoming a cyborg. I have developed a super reliable way to memorize all your content from start to finish, whether it’s 5 minutes or 30 or more.
Performance Feedback (Audio/Video): Send me your performance, your set, speech, or story (recorded), and I’ll give honest, constructive feedback. I can talk about structure, rhythm, delivery, physicality, voice, etc. You don’t need more vague “you were great!” feedback. You need real notes. I got you!
Whether you’re a stand-up, speaker, pastor, podcast host, or someone whose boss just told them they’re emceeing the company awards night next month, don’t wing it. Let’s workshop it. Together. Message me HERE if you’re interested, or on one of my social platforms. Or send this to someone who keeps saying they’re “thinking about trying stand-up” but hasn’t written a single joke since 2019. Whatever your “thing” is, let’s work together and create some funny.
Also, if you’re interested in joke writing or trying to do stand-up, you should definitely check out my online class “The Joke Writer’s Lab,” which has over 4.5 hours of content. Get it HERE.