What Comedy Taught Me About Better Storytelling

What Comedy Taught Me About Better Storytelling

Update: 2025-05-08
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🎙️ What can five years of stand-up comedy teach you about storytelling? A lot !

In this episode, Colin deconstructs his stand-up comedy journey to show you how to craft stories that don't just inform, but truly connect.

He'll reveal key ways comedians turn everyday moments into unforgettable narratives—and how you can too.


You’ll learn:

The Relatability Hack: How even a mundane moment can become everyone’s shared truth

Narrative Alchemy: Use a simple structure to tap into suspense-building power

The Brevity Muscle: Why brevity isn’t just polite—it’s magnetic


From identical twin mix-ups to cutting the fluff, this episode delivers storytelling tools that help you connect, captivate, and stay memorable.

Perfect for speakers, presenters, and anyone ready to turn stories into strategic assets.


🎤 Pro Tip: Don’t “tell a story.” Share a strategic example.

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What Comedy Taught Me About Better Storytelling

What Comedy Taught Me About Better Storytelling

Colin Ryan