The Funny Muscle Podcast
Guided by the belief that anyone can learn to become funnier once they understand what to practice, the Funny Muscle Podcast aims to break down how pro comics get their best laughs.
Comedian turned author Mike Lukas and cohost Chris Stiffler, an economics professor and open mic-er, use the game plan and concepts outlined in the Funny Muscle Book series to give listeners a better idea of how original (and funny) jokes are crafted.
F-Muscle Pod Epi-8: Ten Mistakes New Comics Can Avoid
Ten mishaps (mic etiquette, eye contact and respecting your allotted time) new comedians can avoid.
F-Muscle Pod Epi-7: 10 Things A New Standup Can Do
A top-10 checklist to prepare for a comedian’s first open mic set.
F-Muscle Pod Epi-6: Truth in Comedy
We discuss truth in comedy and how to not turn your audience away by claiming to have done something you hadn’t.
F-Muscle Pod Epi-5: Give it a Voice & Attitude
Mike and Chris talk about 3 more humor heightening devices: anthropomorphize, contrast, and cut back to.
Funny Muscle Podcast Epi-4: Sykes & Sedaris Breakdown
Mike and Chris dissect a bit by Wanda Sykes and point out the humor heightening devices in the writing of David Sedaris.
LaughBox Podcast Ep-120: Funny Muscle
I got to join Jim-Bob Williams and Katy Bee on the LaughBox podcast. We cracked up about inserting laughter into your everyday schedule and a
Successful Screenwriter: Unlocking Your Comedy Genius
Ep 224 of the Successful Screenwriter Podcast – Unlocking Your Comedy Genius: Tips from Standup to Screenwriting w Mike Lukas
Funny Muscle Podcast Epi-3: Humor Heightening Devices
Chris brings a fresh joke idea to Mike who then runs it through the humor heightening devices to produce more material.
Funny Muscle Podcast Epi-2: Humor Blueprint
In this episode, Mike teaches how comics can use misdirection to their advantage.
Funny Muscle Podcast Epi-1: Comedy Lens
Episode #1 of the Funny Muscle Podcast: Why it’s important for a comedian to have a Comedy Lens.
Permission to Kick Ass Podcast
I was fortunate enough to be a guest on the talented Angie Colee‘s uplifting podcast.
“Getting to Yes, And” Podcast
Second City alum Mike Lukas talks about his new book, “Finding Your Funny Muscle: How to Create Laughs Like a Pro.”
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