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S14 E8 Caroline Hirsch, The Visionary Who Built a New York Comedy Empire

S14 E8 Caroline Hirsch, The Visionary Who Built a New York Comedy Empire

Update: 2025-11-06
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Caroline Hirsch, the legendary founder of Carolines on Broadway and the New York Comedy Festival, has spent four decades shaping the world of stand-up comedy. In this episode, she shares how she turned a small cabaret into the most influential comedy club in America, and how strategic instincts, resilience, and love for the art form built an empire. From discovering future stars to navigating Times Square’s rebirth, Hirsch reveals the business principles and bold decisions that made her one of entertainment’s great visionaries.

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S14 E8 Caroline Hirsch, The Visionary Who Built a New York Comedy Empire

S14 E8 Caroline Hirsch, The Visionary Who Built a New York Comedy Empire

Patrick J. McGinnis