Are you performing alone? Cause it sounds like it. I'm not sure if you know that you're supposed to make jokes at a comedy club interesting and funny. Not, just talk about your opinions and get nasally angry for no reason.
Michael Jagdeo - 12 years ago
BTW - how come so many of the comments are coming from the same city email address? Does it have anything to do with Second City? Those kids were funny at Yuk's the other night.
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Steve M (You sure suck shit motha fucka)
Do you mean:
'motherfucker' as in I copulate with my mom?
OR
'mothafucker' as in I have relations with moths?
:)
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Fake Mike Jagdeo (You know what man, you're totally right. Although it was written that way on purpose....it is good you caught it. Thank you homie! How bout we work out a deal. You check my spelling, grammar and overall proofread my future posts. I'll create a list of instances when you are actually funny. It's win win! Here's the latest...Mike being funny: 0
Mike not being funny: 210Ps do you know where I left the KY?)
Jeez, dude, now you're just grasping at straws. BTW, it's:
P.S. or PS -
NOT
Ps
Have a good day and I wish you all the best.
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Jeff L (The stuff you did about the t-shirt not fitting was good. It was cool cause you were making fun of yourself....and that you weren't taking yourself too seriously. I thought that was pretty funny stuff man!)
Thanks, Jeff L! You're right, the crowd responds when I make fun of myself. The Jamaican stuff didn't work - in part - because I was WAAAAAY too serious when delivering it.
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Maury & Dey (Shorter, quicker lines, too much of a story, Dom Pare roasting me should make me upset)
I agree with you on the shorter, quicker lines. Take a look at my recent video of my performance at Yuk Yuk's, and you'll notice that I took your advice!
I've been gaining weight recently...and by recently I mean that past five years...They didn't teach me about this in lack of sexual education. I used to have square pecs before; now it looks like I'm trying to smuggle two six-inch meatball subs wherever I go. I tried to go to Extreme Fitness but they thought I was looking for Extreme Fatness down the road. By the way, Extreme Fatness: excellent dinner buffet....
Like Sizzla said, 'Get to the Point.' I would quote the rest but I sometimes have trouble understanding what he's saying.
Regarding Dom Roasting Me, I don't see him as competition. There are many stages to get on in the world, and there's so few comics that you can depend on to deliver night in, night out, that there's enough stage for the both of us.
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Dey - 12 years ago
I thought it was funny material. I think the delivery needs work but it's current, it's home and it's something people can relate to. I do agree, maybe you're telling too much of a story or it's just not coming out right. Then again, we have an understanding of what really funny stuff is to us...maybe it's a little harder for the white folks....lol
maury - 12 years ago
Hey,
Ya I hear ya about the roasting thing. It's just usually a good way to write short quick lines. It can also help out with delivery. The masters at this of course are dudes like Ross and the late Giraldo.
Someone else mentioned you might be telling too much of a story. I kind of agree with that, that's why maybe some simple lines are what you need. I supposed they don't necessarily have to be roast related.
I also saw the vid of the guy who roasted you. He was only doing it to motivate you. Now, he did it in a harsh way and it benefited him cause the audience played to that 'asshole' act. But it should inspire you to be great. Quite frankly, it should piss you off. It's kill or be killed in this bizz.
Keep it up. Can't wait for your next post.
Jeff L - 12 years ago
The stuff you did about the t-shirt not fitting was good. It was cool cause you were making fun of yourself....and that you weren't taking yourself too seriously. I thought that was pretty funny stuff man!
Steve M - 12 years ago
You sure suck shit motha fucka
Mike Jagdeo - 12 years ago
You know what man, you're totally right. Although it was written that way on purpose....it is good you caught it. Thank you homie!
How bout we work out a deal. You check my spelling, grammar and overall proofread my future posts. I'll create a list of instances when you are actually funny. It's win win! Here's the latest...
Mike being funny: 0
Mike not being funny: 210
Ps do you know where I left the KY?
Michael Jagdeo - 12 years ago
It's like you're playing the fiddle on the Titanic as it goes down; let it go, homie.
'Don't be not funny' is just something you'll have to live with. I'm just glad I caught it before you used the phrase somewhere else...you're welcome.
Mike Jagdeo - 12 years ago
Mike Jagdeo - 7 hours ago
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
RESPONSE:
(Thank you, Comedy Gods) Oh Mike, I know it's not you. You know how? Because the correct phrase is, 'don't not be funny' rather than 'don't be not funny'. If you're going to use the dreaded double-negative, use it correctly, Mike.
Note to self:
Read more, write less.
But seriously, thanks for following the blog. If you don't find it funny, I appreciate the feedback, because it's hard to know what will work and what doesn't. Thanks, dude.
RESPONSE:
Hey Mike, It's Mike.
FYI the phrase was written that way purposely. Don't worry, I'm well aware of the ins and outs of the English language. Don't get too caught up in correcting grammar. After watching your sets...it's clear you have far greater problems.
maury - 7 hours ago
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
RESPONSE: I hear what you mean. Those are easy jokes to make, and I could do that, but I hate celebrities. I hate the idea of following them, commenting on them, etc. Because they already are getting paid attention to by more than two people, which is way more than most of them deserve, know what I mean? I want to do stuff on stage that I enjoy, because then I'll enjoy getting on stage, bombing or otherwise, ya know?
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Mike Jagdeo - 7 hours ago
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
RESPONSE:
(Thank you, Comedy Gods) Oh Mike, I know it's not you. You know how? Because the correct phrase is, 'don't not be funny' rather than 'don't be not funny'. If you're going to use the dreaded double-negative, use it correctly, Mike.
Note to self:
Read more, write less.
But seriously, thanks for following the blog. If you don't find it funny, I appreciate the feedback, because it's hard to know what will work and what doesn't. Thanks, dude.
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King of all Blacks - 7 hours ago
Fak guy, I had to occupy a frigging toilet after that set man. Them words went straight to my colon. It was dirrrrrty too.
RESPONSE:
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Thank you all for posting comments! I'll see ya around.
And hey, suggest me some topics and I'll make jokes about them. No lie, I'll do it on video and get your feedback.
Michael Jagdeo
jagdeo comedy at gmail . com
Michael Jagdeo - 12 years ago
Riley Martin - 19 hours ago
Damn, the Jamaican shit was gold compared to this one.
RESPONSE: Whaddup Riley, I enjoyed delivering that bit. It's fun because it's true and mean. What went wrong here?
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Mike - 18 hours ago
Great angle talking about current events!
RESPONSE: Thanks, Mike!
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Frankie - 18 hours ago
What if the angle is to just be so terrible that....that in itself becomes funny.
Any thoughts?
RESPONSE: You didn't like the angle? Which one? Occupying a park seeming like it was run by 9 year olds?
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Steve M. - 18 hours ago
Don't be an asshole Frankie.
RESPONSE: Hi Steve, Leave him be :)
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Mojo - 17 hours ago
I didn't know there was an audience until they clapped at the end.
RESPONSE: I loved your song, 'Lady (Hear me Tonight)' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LJIYdYD7b4
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Frankie - 14 hours ago
I think you might be telling too much of a story. The audience might be getting lost and a little bored. Maybe shorten it and make sure its something they can relate to.
RESPONSE: Hi Frankie, I think you might be right. I've been thinking that the comedy I have is strong as WRITTEN material. That said, I may not have the ability to deliver the content yet. Stay tuned for a post where I discuss whether I should be writing comedy for my level of delivery.
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James - 14 hours ago
Do you do impressions?
RESPONSE: Not really...why? I have an ok indian impression.
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Religious Mark - 13 hours ago
Have you people ever heard the story about RED?
RESPONSE: Nope. Do tell!
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idea is king - 7 hours ago
After watching some of your vids....it seems like you're just writing material that you would find funny yourself. I think this might be comic suicide because not everyone will find it funny. Look at exploring common ground that appeals to everyone.
You might also want to try some banter with the audience.
RESPONSE: I think you're right when you say I'm writing material that I would find funny. But if I write things that I don't find funny, I won't want to perform it on stage, know what I mean? And I want to be able to enjoy myself. Banter is sometimes tough when they pull you off stage after 5 minutes, but it's definitely something I want to get better at. Regarding common ground, suggest a topic and I'll give it a shot! I can make anything interesting, if not funny.
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dom - 6 hours ago
When's your next gig. I'd love to sit in the front row and molest myself.
RESPONSE: My next gig is at Eton House on Tuesday. I'll save you a seat :)
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mister sinister - 6 hours ago
You know what dude....just fucking recite this thread. It's comic gold!
The thread on your racist Jamaican stuff was hilarious too. I almost shit.
RESPONSE: Thanks man! I'm doing a set for an all-white older crowd that I think will love it because they're secretly racist too.
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Scott - 6 hours ago
Has anyone figured out how to vote thumbs down multiple times yet?
RESPONSE: It's a feature that I control on my end. That said, I'm pretty sure you can use your friend's computer and vote thumbs down. Suggest a topic and I'll give it my all; no lie
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Nick Manning - 6 hours ago
Ahhhhhhhh yeaahhhhhhh dropping loads.....
RESPONSE: Great, isn't it?
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maury - 6 hours ago
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
RESPONSE: Hi Maury, this echoes a sentiment
King of all Blacks - 12 years ago
Fak guy, I had to occupy a frigging toilet after that set man. Them words went straight to my colon. It was dirrrrrty too.
Mike Jagdeo - 12 years ago
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
maury - 12 years ago
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
Nick Manning - 12 years ago
Ahhhhhhhh yeaahhhhhhh dropping loads.....
Scott - 12 years ago
Has anyone figured out how to vote thumbs down multiple times yet?
mister sinister - 12 years ago
You know what dude....just fucking recite this thread. It's comic gold!
The thread on your racist Jamaican stuff was hilarious too. I almost shit.
dom - 12 years ago
When's your next gig. I'd love to sit in the front row and molest myself.
idea is king - 12 years ago
After watching some of your vids....it seems like you're just writing material that you would find funny yourself. I think this might be comic suicide because not everyone will find it funny. Look at exploring common ground that appeals to everyone.
You might also want to try some banter with the audience.
Religious Mark - 12 years ago
Have you people ever heard the story about RED?
James - 12 years ago
Do you do impressions?
Frankie - 12 years ago
I think you might be telling too much of a story. The audience might be getting lost and a little bored. Maybe shorten it and make sure its something they can relate to.
Mojo - 12 years ago
I didn't know there was an audience until they clapped at the end.
Steve M. - 12 years ago
Don't be an asshole Frankie.
Frankie - 12 years ago
What if the angle is to just be so terrible that....that in itself becomes funny.
Any thoughts?
Mike - 12 years ago
Great angle talking about current events!
Riley Martin - 12 years ago
Damn, the Jamaican shit was gold compared to this one.
Are you performing alone? Cause it sounds like it. I'm not sure if you know that you're supposed to make jokes at a comedy club interesting and funny. Not, just talk about your opinions and get nasally angry for no reason.
BTW - how come so many of the comments are coming from the same city email address? Does it have anything to do with Second City? Those kids were funny at Yuk's the other night.
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Steve M (You sure suck shit motha fucka)
Do you mean:
'motherfucker' as in I copulate with my mom?
OR
'mothafucker' as in I have relations with moths?
:)
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Fake Mike Jagdeo (You know what man, you're totally right. Although it was written that way on purpose....it is good you caught it. Thank you homie! How bout we work out a deal. You check my spelling, grammar and overall proofread my future posts. I'll create a list of instances when you are actually funny. It's win win! Here's the latest...Mike being funny: 0
Mike not being funny: 210Ps do you know where I left the KY?)
Jeez, dude, now you're just grasping at straws. BTW, it's:
P.S. or PS -
NOT
Ps
Have a good day and I wish you all the best.
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Jeff L (The stuff you did about the t-shirt not fitting was good. It was cool cause you were making fun of yourself....and that you weren't taking yourself too seriously. I thought that was pretty funny stuff man!)
Thanks, Jeff L! You're right, the crowd responds when I make fun of myself. The Jamaican stuff didn't work - in part - because I was WAAAAAY too serious when delivering it.
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Maury & Dey (Shorter, quicker lines, too much of a story, Dom Pare roasting me should make me upset)
I agree with you on the shorter, quicker lines. Take a look at my recent video of my performance at Yuk Yuk's, and you'll notice that I took your advice!
I've been gaining weight recently...and by recently I mean that past five years...They didn't teach me about this in lack of sexual education. I used to have square pecs before; now it looks like I'm trying to smuggle two six-inch meatball subs wherever I go. I tried to go to Extreme Fitness but they thought I was looking for Extreme Fatness down the road. By the way, Extreme Fatness: excellent dinner buffet....
Like Sizzla said, 'Get to the Point.' I would quote the rest but I sometimes have trouble understanding what he's saying.
Regarding Dom Roasting Me, I don't see him as competition. There are many stages to get on in the world, and there's so few comics that you can depend on to deliver night in, night out, that there's enough stage for the both of us.
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I thought it was funny material. I think the delivery needs work but it's current, it's home and it's something people can relate to. I do agree, maybe you're telling too much of a story or it's just not coming out right. Then again, we have an understanding of what really funny stuff is to us...maybe it's a little harder for the white folks....lol
Hey,
Ya I hear ya about the roasting thing. It's just usually a good way to write short quick lines. It can also help out with delivery. The masters at this of course are dudes like Ross and the late Giraldo.
Someone else mentioned you might be telling too much of a story. I kind of agree with that, that's why maybe some simple lines are what you need. I supposed they don't necessarily have to be roast related.
I also saw the vid of the guy who roasted you. He was only doing it to motivate you. Now, he did it in a harsh way and it benefited him cause the audience played to that 'asshole' act. But it should inspire you to be great. Quite frankly, it should piss you off. It's kill or be killed in this bizz.
Keep it up. Can't wait for your next post.
The stuff you did about the t-shirt not fitting was good. It was cool cause you were making fun of yourself....and that you weren't taking yourself too seriously. I thought that was pretty funny stuff man!
You sure suck shit motha fucka
You know what man, you're totally right. Although it was written that way on purpose....it is good you caught it. Thank you homie!
How bout we work out a deal. You check my spelling, grammar and overall proofread my future posts. I'll create a list of instances when you are actually funny. It's win win! Here's the latest...
Mike being funny: 0
Mike not being funny: 210
Ps do you know where I left the KY?
It's like you're playing the fiddle on the Titanic as it goes down; let it go, homie.
'Don't be not funny' is just something you'll have to live with. I'm just glad I caught it before you used the phrase somewhere else...you're welcome.
Mike Jagdeo - 7 hours ago
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
RESPONSE:
(Thank you, Comedy Gods) Oh Mike, I know it's not you. You know how? Because the correct phrase is, 'don't not be funny' rather than 'don't be not funny'. If you're going to use the dreaded double-negative, use it correctly, Mike.
Note to self:
Read more, write less.
But seriously, thanks for following the blog. If you don't find it funny, I appreciate the feedback, because it's hard to know what will work and what doesn't. Thanks, dude.
RESPONSE:
Hey Mike, It's Mike.
FYI the phrase was written that way purposely. Don't worry, I'm well aware of the ins and outs of the English language. Don't get too caught up in correcting grammar. After watching your sets...it's clear you have far greater problems.
Take it sleazy
(cont.)
maury - 7 hours ago
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
RESPONSE: I hear what you mean. Those are easy jokes to make, and I could do that, but I hate celebrities. I hate the idea of following them, commenting on them, etc. Because they already are getting paid attention to by more than two people, which is way more than most of them deserve, know what I mean? I want to do stuff on stage that I enjoy, because then I'll enjoy getting on stage, bombing or otherwise, ya know?
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Mike Jagdeo - 7 hours ago
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
RESPONSE:
(Thank you, Comedy Gods) Oh Mike, I know it's not you. You know how? Because the correct phrase is, 'don't not be funny' rather than 'don't be not funny'. If you're going to use the dreaded double-negative, use it correctly, Mike.
Note to self:
Read more, write less.
But seriously, thanks for following the blog. If you don't find it funny, I appreciate the feedback, because it's hard to know what will work and what doesn't. Thanks, dude.
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King of all Blacks - 7 hours ago
Fak guy, I had to occupy a frigging toilet after that set man. Them words went straight to my colon. It was dirrrrrty too.
RESPONSE:
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Thank you all for posting comments! I'll see ya around.
And hey, suggest me some topics and I'll make jokes about them. No lie, I'll do it on video and get your feedback.
Michael Jagdeo
jagdeo comedy at gmail . com
Riley Martin - 19 hours ago
Damn, the Jamaican shit was gold compared to this one.
RESPONSE: Whaddup Riley, I enjoyed delivering that bit. It's fun because it's true and mean. What went wrong here?
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Mike - 18 hours ago
Great angle talking about current events!
RESPONSE: Thanks, Mike!
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Frankie - 18 hours ago
What if the angle is to just be so terrible that....that in itself becomes funny.
Any thoughts?
RESPONSE: You didn't like the angle? Which one? Occupying a park seeming like it was run by 9 year olds?
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Steve M. - 18 hours ago
Don't be an asshole Frankie.
RESPONSE: Hi Steve, Leave him be :)
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Mojo - 17 hours ago
I didn't know there was an audience until they clapped at the end.
RESPONSE: I loved your song, 'Lady (Hear me Tonight)' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LJIYdYD7b4
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Frankie - 14 hours ago
I think you might be telling too much of a story. The audience might be getting lost and a little bored. Maybe shorten it and make sure its something they can relate to.
RESPONSE: Hi Frankie, I think you might be right. I've been thinking that the comedy I have is strong as WRITTEN material. That said, I may not have the ability to deliver the content yet. Stay tuned for a post where I discuss whether I should be writing comedy for my level of delivery.
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James - 14 hours ago
Do you do impressions?
RESPONSE: Not really...why? I have an ok indian impression.
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Religious Mark - 13 hours ago
Have you people ever heard the story about RED?
RESPONSE: Nope. Do tell!
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idea is king - 7 hours ago
After watching some of your vids....it seems like you're just writing material that you would find funny yourself. I think this might be comic suicide because not everyone will find it funny. Look at exploring common ground that appeals to everyone.
You might also want to try some banter with the audience.
RESPONSE: I think you're right when you say I'm writing material that I would find funny. But if I write things that I don't find funny, I won't want to perform it on stage, know what I mean? And I want to be able to enjoy myself. Banter is sometimes tough when they pull you off stage after 5 minutes, but it's definitely something I want to get better at. Regarding common ground, suggest a topic and I'll give it a shot! I can make anything interesting, if not funny.
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dom - 6 hours ago
When's your next gig. I'd love to sit in the front row and molest myself.
RESPONSE: My next gig is at Eton House on Tuesday. I'll save you a seat :)
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mister sinister - 6 hours ago
You know what dude....just fucking recite this thread. It's comic gold!
The thread on your racist Jamaican stuff was hilarious too. I almost shit.
RESPONSE: Thanks man! I'm doing a set for an all-white older crowd that I think will love it because they're secretly racist too.
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Scott - 6 hours ago
Has anyone figured out how to vote thumbs down multiple times yet?
RESPONSE: It's a feature that I control on my end. That said, I'm pretty sure you can use your friend's computer and vote thumbs down. Suggest a topic and I'll give it my all; no lie
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Nick Manning - 6 hours ago
Ahhhhhhhh yeaahhhhhhh dropping loads.....
RESPONSE: Great, isn't it?
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maury - 6 hours ago
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
RESPONSE: Hi Maury, this echoes a sentiment
Fak guy, I had to occupy a frigging toilet after that set man. Them words went straight to my colon. It was dirrrrrty too.
Note to self:
Be Funny, write funny stuff, don't be not funny.
You know what might be a great exercise for you...
Try roasting someone. Don't go up on stage and do it...but just write jokes about a celebrity in your spare time. Start with someone easy like Lohan. Should make for great practice.
Ahhhhhhhh yeaahhhhhhh dropping loads.....
Has anyone figured out how to vote thumbs down multiple times yet?
You know what dude....just fucking recite this thread. It's comic gold!
The thread on your racist Jamaican stuff was hilarious too. I almost shit.
When's your next gig. I'd love to sit in the front row and molest myself.
After watching some of your vids....it seems like you're just writing material that you would find funny yourself. I think this might be comic suicide because not everyone will find it funny. Look at exploring common ground that appeals to everyone.
You might also want to try some banter with the audience.
Have you people ever heard the story about RED?
Do you do impressions?
I think you might be telling too much of a story. The audience might be getting lost and a little bored. Maybe shorten it and make sure its something they can relate to.
I didn't know there was an audience until they clapped at the end.
Don't be an asshole Frankie.
What if the angle is to just be so terrible that....that in itself becomes funny.
Any thoughts?
Great angle talking about current events!
Damn, the Jamaican shit was gold compared to this one.