The Art of Bombing: A Guide to Stand-Up Comedy

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 296 with Ralph Anthony and dive into doing political humor, working in small towns and being tough vs playing to the crowd - what’s the balance?Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.Hosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.com

Stand-up comedian James Stanley tells us that becoming a comic is its own right of passage - to be a great headliner, you have to have been through all the tests, and by then, you’ve got to have the hour you need.He earned his stripes. Most recently, he got stuck in a blizzard between Winona and Minneapolis, and a farm hand had to dig him out: literally!With his life saved and his career rolling, he jams with Dan Bublitz Jr about performing in small towns, how/when to work on new stuff, doing political humor, sticking to your stuff in the face of the audience, and several useful merch ideas.James StanleyJames Stanley started his journey in stand up comedy in 2013 when he was 16 years old. Now James works every clubs in Minneapolis and is beginning to tour more and more of the Country. James has opened for and worked with names in the comedy works such as Stavros Halkias, Sean Patton, Nimesh Patel, Dean Edwards, and Geoffrey Asmus. James is also one of the hosts of the ‘This Is Something, Man’ podcast and runs a weekly mic at Laugh Camp Comedy in St. Paul. https://www.jamesstanleycomedy.com/home-1https://www.youtube.com/user/jamesstanleycomedianhttps://www.instagram.com/jamesstanleycomedy/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesstanleycomedyArt of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 296 with Ralph Anthony and dive into focusing too much on what doesn’t work, crowd work on a single individual, and giving space to analyze material.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

It’s crazy how material works in some places and not others - just ask stand-up comic Ralph Anthony. In his interview with Art of Bombing’s host Dan Bublitz Jr, he recalls his most influential quote from George Carlin:“If it works on Thursday and it works on Friday but not on Saturday: it’s the crowd.” What that means to Anthony is: that you can’t be too hard on yourself. Ralph tells us that you have to give yourself some time, space, and grace if you want to be successful at any performance art.In this episode, you’ll learn the goal of a corporate gig, the balance of material and crowd work, and how every great comic has a system. Ralph Anthony digs deep with Dan on this one to show him EXACTLY how his system works. Give the episode a listen and you may learn how to take your game to the next level. Plus more!Ralph AnthonyRalph Anthony is a New York City based comedian and writer whose material is primarily derived from his stories and unique observations of the world we live in. A high energy goofball with lots to say, Anthony was deemed “the Mouth” by his childhood friends and hasn’t stopped making people laugh since. ​He's traveled overseas to Europe where he’s performed at some the top shows and clubs in London and Paris. His credits also include the NY Comedy Festival, World Comedy Expo, the NY Underground Comedy Festival, DC Comedy Festival, NC Comedy Festival, the World Series of Comedy, Sirius XM, ESPN, being a featured headliner for the Bonkerz Comedy Club chain, as well as headlining Caroline’s on Broadway. Most recently, Anthony released his debut comedy album, "40 for 40," which is available on all streaming services.https://www.ralphthemouth.com/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 295 with Gabby Gutierrez-Reed and dive into moving and using the whole stage and audience expectations.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Gabby Gutierrez-Reed is a Denver-based stand-up comedian and producer routinely appearing in festivals. And she doesn’t like to wing it.Gabby and Dan Bublitz Jr talk about producing shows, how live comedy isn’t the same as watching a special on Netflix, the advantages of using the space on stage, and how Gabby is working to achieve her goal of getting a solid hour of Comedy.Gabby dives into how she writes (both sketch comedy and jokes) in groups and on her own. Explore why sometimes great shows have quiet audiences… Plus more!Gabby Gutierrez-ReedGabby Gutierrez-Reed is a Colorado-based comedian who relates to people through her playfully confessional jokes. She has been in the High Plains Comedy Festival, 10,000 Laughs Festival, and Limestone Comedy Fest and is the undefeated six-time champion of You Look Like at Loonees Comedy Corner.https://gabbygr.com/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 294 with Christopher Keith Tyler and dive into the pros and cons of posting videos online and the levels of bombing.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comTig Notaro, "I Have Cancer" https://youtu.be/oXk1DSbXsZk?si=jmUSk-gnWq-bu9yUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Christopher Keith Tyler, a full-time stand-up comic and founder of KAWmedy Entertainment, tells us that there are four layers of bombing - each one progressively worse than the last. He reveals these levels with Dan Bublitz Jr. while describing one fateful evening at the Pachenga Comedy Club in Temecula, CA.Christopher and Dan jam about publishing your material online, doing crowd work, and how to handle yourself if you’re bombing - even when it’s SO bad someone seeks you out after the show to make sure you know it.Christopher Keith TylerChristopher Keith Tyler started doing standup in 2009 when his only son was born while already working full-time as a massage therapist. Over the years, Christopher has performed in many comedy clubs on the West Coast and now is the creator of KAWmedy Entertainment (produces KAWmedy shows regularly and an annual KAWmedy Fest). Their website is www.kawmedy.com. https://www.tiktok.com/@knotsofunnypodcasthttps://www.knotsofunnypodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/@knotsofunnypodcastArt of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 293 with Jennifer Sutherland and dive into performing blue comedy Vs clean comedy and resetting your mood for comedy.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comTig Notaro, "I Have Cancer" https://youtu.be/oXk1DSbXsZk?si=jmUSk-gnWq-bu9yUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Jennifer Sutherland is a Denver-area comic who does both sketch and stand-up comedy. She tells Dan Bublitz Jr that when things go wrong on stage you have to take ownership - in other words, in order for a comic to improve, he or she can’t simply blame the audience.Jennifer reminds us that it’s tough to talk about personal stuff with some audiences - she and Dan explore how to deal with dark material without making the crowd so sympathetic that they feel sorry for you. If you feel the crowd isn’t into it, Jennifer says you have to avoid self-sabotage - do your best - because you can’t read their minds - they may be really into it.Overcoming negative feelings isn’t easy when you’re a performer - Jennifer and Dan jam about different ways to get your mind moving in a new direction before the show. They also explore Dan’s fear of dolls.Jennifer SutherlandJennifer Sutherland is a former vet tech, special makeup effects artist, and current software engineer, Denver native. She started in sketch comedy and now does both sketch and stand-up.https://www.instagram.com/jennsuthy/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 292 with Chase Tressler and dive into good goals to set at open mics and the benefits of reviewing old sets.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

For Chase Tressler, the holy trinity of comedy is good jokes, good drinks, and good times. Chase is a former martial artist, and a security guard, and now aspires to one day work at Petco - specifically on fish.Chase jams with Dan Bublitz Jr on the art of bombing and stand-up comedy: why it’s important to record your sets, what to listen for when you do, setting goals and milestones, and the purpose of building your act at open mics and showcases.Chase’s bombing story involves what happens when you mix a hot crowd with some unnecessary crowd work. Enjoy!Chase TresslerChase was born in Ulsan, South Korea in 1994, he was adopted, and raised in the US and currently resides in Loveland, Colorado. Chase had a passion for entertainment early on and life, and pursued music and film for most of his formative years, but always maintained an interest in stand-up comedy. It wasn’t until July 5th, 2021 that he finally decided to hit the stage, and what better place for a first time than at Fort Collins's own Comedy Fort! (He bombed) He has since never missed a Monday open mic there and continues to drop in for guest spots throughout the week. https://www.instagram.com/chasetresslercomedy/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 291 with Geoff Gundy and dive into what can and can't be taught in comedy and what to look for in a good comedy class.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Radio DJ Geoff Gundy learned about singer Peter Cetera’s departure from the band Chicago the hard way - while interviewing the band Chicago on the radio. Twenty years after Peter Cetera left the band.Lucky for Gundy, there aren’t many comedy bombs that will hit that hard. Formally taking up comedy in 2020, he tells stand-up comedian Dan Bublitz Jr how he’s been fine-tuning his craft: learning when to use sensitive material, how to work open mics, how to shorten your learning curve by taking classes, and more.Geoff GundyI was such a class clown that I'm lucky one of my grade school teachers didn't kill me. My classmates, however, became like family and many still are. When they weren't pulling their hair out, my teachers often complimented my "quick wit," long before I even knew what that meant. I was lucky enough to watch my first HBO standup comedy special when I was 7, and it became an addiction. (Thanks, Mom!!) In addition to writing and performing standup comedy since 2009, I have worked as an emcee, writer, producer, and top-rated radio host since 2002. What's better than laughter and great music? Not much! On one hand, I naturally call things around me as I see them. On the other, I have always been driven by making a person's day better than it was before we met. I was told from age 12 that I was a comedian, but for years thought my family and friends were just biased. It is beyond liberating to lean into that all the way, and not even get written up for it!https://www.instagram.com/geoff.gundy/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAfSc0O3brc&ab_channel=GeoffGundyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/geoff-gundy-b8b4471a5/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 290 with Jared Chandler and dive into how different types of shows can make you a better comedian and how to process constructive criticism and feedback.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Jared Chandler reaches back - way back - for his bombing story - it was his first bomb in performance ever: his fourth-grade talent show. When it was over, he remembers thinking - “I don’t know what just happened, but I think it was bad.” A comic was born.Jared reminds comics that you can always tell - in the first few minutes of your set - the kind of show you’re going to have. Stand-up comedian Dan Bublitz Jr. interviews Jared about lessons learned. The two talk about how you can use alternative forms of stand-up comedy to keep your material fresh: roast battles, set swaps, “dead rooms”, even comedy where you have to get naked - if that’s your thing.In this episode, you’ll learn how to prep for a roast battle, how to take criticism, how to amplify your abilities as a comic by changing really small things…Jared ChandlerJared is a Denver comedian originally from Greeley Co. He runs a weekly show at Stella’s Pinball Arcade and Lounge in Greeley. https://www.youtube.com/@jaredchandler923https://www.instagram.com/_jaredchandler/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh talk about online scams that are targeting comedians across social media platforms.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In this special episode, hear live comedy and bombing stories from Dan Bublitz and Friends! Guests include Nick Ellis (https://www.instagram.com/ellisnd/), Christina Tsurdinis (https://www.instagram.com/heystinahey/), Ian John (https://www.instagram.com/ianjohncomic/), and Hannah Popkin (https://www.instagram.com/keepitpopkin/).Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

In an all-new Between Bombs, Dan and Josh callback episode 288 with Aneas Herrera and dive into the "do's and don'ts" at open mics, comedy classes, and being productive.Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.

Aneas Herrera is a Fort Collins comic and founder of a local Sketch Comedy group. Aneas’ first time on stage as a comic saw him freeze in front of an audience. It lasted a full minute until the host came and took the mic away from him.Aneas and Dan Bublitz Jr. talk about how Aneas has gotten better: producing his own show, finding a productive group of people, joining a comedy class to meet people in your scene, and how if you want to get better, you have to put in the work.Aneas HerreraAneas is a Fort Collins comedian. He started a comedy Sketch Group and a show in his garage. Aneas is working to be the best he can be.https://www.instagram.com/aneasherrera_comedy/Art of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recoverBumpers provided by https://www.facebook.com/joenicolamusic Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/ Links: https://linktr.ee/artofbombingpodHosts:Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/ Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-art-of-bombing-a-guide-to-stand-up-comedy--5788059/support.