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In this episode, talent manager Barry Katz answers your questions about the comedy business. Katz shares insights on etiquette for comedians, how to make money in comedy and how to stand out in the competitive entertainment industry. Barry also shares bits by some of his favorite comedians such as Chris Rock, Rodney Dangerfield, and Jim Jefferies.#StandUpComedy #ComedyBusiness #AskMeAnything Blueprint for Success in the Comedy BusinessAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!https://www.blueprint-for-success.com
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In this memorable Industry Standard episode filmed at the 2016 Just For Laughs Festival, Howie Mandel takes viewers along his unconventional journey to stardom in the entertainment industry. From his early days as a carpet salesman to trying stand-up comedy on a whim, Howie recounts the pivotal night he first stepped onto the comedy stage—a bold move that landed him his first TV role on Make Me Laugh and eventually secured him a spot as a fan-favorite panelist on America's Got Talent. He also opens up about his initial hesitation to host Deal or No Deal and shares some of his most bizarre and challenging gigs, giving audiences a hilarious and insightful look into the unpredictable world of comedy and showbiz.#HowieMandel #AmericasGotTalent #Comedian
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In this episode, Barry speaks with actor and stand-up comedian Aries Spears, diving into Aries' journey from his breakout as a teenage comic to becoming a regular on sketch comedy series MADtv and landing roles in films like Jerry Maguire. Aries discusses making amends with Bobby Lee of Tiger Belly, as well a nerve-wracking experience doing stand-up in front of Eddie Murphy, and opens up about his thoughts on his current career path in the comedy business, while Barry provides some tough love, shedding light on a talent manager's perspective of relationships with artists, and encourages a forward-looking mindset, exploring the potential that unfolds when someone fully commits to their goals. #AriesSpears #MADtv #StandUpComedy Blueprint for Successhttps://www.blueprint-for-success.comAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!
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In this episode, guest Kyle Kazanjian-Amory, aka Kyle KA, founder and CEO of Don't Tell Comedy reveals how his experience as a comedian inspired him to promote his own events, and built his brand from booking a handful of popup shows with stand up comics like Sam Jay and Katherine Blanford, with a focus on throwing affordable comedy events in places other than traditional comedy clubs, into a scaled organization that books shows in over 100+ cities a month, and is now a launching pad for up-and-coming comics. Barry and Kyle discuss how Don't Tell Comedy helped Andy Huggins break through into booking $50,000 worth of gigs, how Kyle and DTC persevered through the pandemic building their YouTube and social media channels, and how Kyle is now producing comedy specials without abandoning the ethos of Don't Tell Comedy by continuing to book shows in unlikely spaces. This is sure to be an inspiring interview for anyone in the comedy and entertainment promoting business.Don't Tell Comedyhttps://www.donttellcomedy.com/Blueprint For Successhttps://www.blueprint-for-success.comAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!
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In this episode of Industry Standard, host Barry Katz dives into the essentials of building a career in comedy and entertainment. Join us as he answers your questions about finding management, understanding contracts, and how he keeps a positive mindset in the face of challenges. Barry shares his industry insights, tips for aspiring comedians, and advice on navigating the business side of comedy. Whether you’re a comedian or an entertainment enthusiast, this Ask Me Anything podcast is packed with valuable lessons for anyone in the comedy business.www.blueprint-for-success.comAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!
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In this classic episode of Industry Standard, host Barry Katz is interviewed by Jay Mohr... as Barry Katz! From hilarious ribbing to serious topics, and assisted by possibly six interns, they delve into Barry's journey into the comedy business from his upbringing, infatuated with the comedy of Jonathan Winters, Smothers Brothers, and Bob Newhart, to his adult years and how the tragic loss of his wife led him to New York to found his management company and the Boston Comedy Club, giving stage time to young and now legendary comedians. Barry... and Barry also share both funny and tragic stories about mythical comedian and street performer, Charlie Barnett. Find out more about the man behind Industry Standard in this special episode hosted by Jay Mohr as Barry Katz.JAY MOHR is a comedian, actor, best-selling author, executive producer, radio and TV host...with a career that has spanned several decades. After landing his dream job of "Saturday Night Live," two years later, he was cast opposite Tom Cruise in "Jerry Maguire" and that same year co-star with Jennifer Anniston in "Picture Perfect." Jay has appeared in over 25 films with some of the greatest actors and directors of our generation
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You may recognize actor, comedian, and celebrity impressionist Roger Kabler from his touring Robin Williams act, or possibly as the "Zima Guy" from the Zima beverage commercials back in the 90s. He's now written, directed, produced, and starring in a new film called "Being Robin" that explores themes of spiritual possession vs mental illness, as Roger presents his experience touring with his impression as Robin Williams after his death.
In this interview, Roger shares his process of using the Meisner acting technique for impressions of celebrities like Al Pacino, Robert Deniro and Marlon Brando, and reveals how it was to work with Meisner himself. He also recounts a funny early career story about how a lunch with Halle Berry went south, as well as more challenging failures such as his cancelled sitcom, and difficult yet powerful stories about battling addiction and how he finally got sober through painting.
BEING ROBIN premieres in the US on Sep 17th at the historic Landmark Theater in Westwood, and will be released on streaming platforms on Nov 5th
For more information visit: BeingRobinTheMovie.com
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Barry answers your questions about the entertainment business, including questions on dealing with rejection, creative control, and confidence. Barry also shares insights on his own personal management style, as well as his thoughts on edgy, dark comedy.
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In this classic episode, stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and director, Neal Brennan ( @nealbfree ) shares stories of his early career from being a doorman at the Boston Comedy Club to partnering with Dave Chappelle to write Half Baked, and how the film was pitched and greenlit. Neal discusses what it's like writing and directing for film and television, including his time with Chappelle's Show.
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In this powerful podcast episode, Tiffany Haddish opens up about her journey of overcoming challenges and staying resilient in the face of adversity on her climb from humble beginnings to major success. She shares personal stories that highlight her growth, maturity, and determination to succeed in both show business and her personal life. Tiffany reveals how she broke free from an abusive relationship, reflects on an impactful phone call with Dave Chapelle, and discusses her goals outside of show business. Her story showcases the perseverance and courage that have shaped her into the powerhouse she is today.
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Dan Rubin is the visionary founder of Budding Equity Inc. In this episode, Dan shares his journey emerging from the Toronto rave scene and escaping the finance world, into his current work, forming partnerships with major artists and film studios like Paramount, to license intellectual property for cannabis products. Dan recounts path from his first deal to license merchandise for Cheech and Chong, to working with the likes of filmmaker Kevin Smith, hip-hop legend Ice Cube, Brad Williams, Bert Kreischer and more, to transform how the world perceives and consumes cannabis products through entertainment properties.
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Barry Shares Stories about leaving Boston and moving to New York, renting his couch out to comics like Louis CK, Nick Di Paolo, and other then-unknown Young Comics. He offers advice on getting into TV Writers Rooms, and recounts how a writer's assistant for Whitney Cummings' got her script made into an episode of "Whitney."
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Terre Weisman has Written, Directed & Produced 3 Indie Feature Films. His Recent Release Max Dagan Stars Zach Gordon, Michael Madsen & Rob Morrow with Cameos from Jay Mohr, Kirk Fox & Jeff Ross.
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Bobby Lee is Everywhere. He hosts 2 Hit Podcasts TigerBelly & Bad Friends. He's been on MADtv, Magnum P.I. in Feature Films like The Wrong Missy & the upcoming Sweet Dreams 2024 Starring Johnny Knoxville.
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Katherine Blanford's Breakthrough Comedy Career Moment came when her Infectious Stand Up Performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon went Viral. These days Katherine Blanford is a Venue-Filling Touring Comedian Selling-Out Shows from Atlanta to Los Angeles & Canada. She also Hosts the Podcast Cheaties with Lace Larrabee another Southern Comedian & Semi-Finalist on America's Got Talent.
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Roy Wood Jr. is Well Known for his 8 Years as a Correspondent on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Lately he's been in Confess, Fletch 2022 with John Hamm, Better Call Saul & Only Murders in the Building with Steve Martin & Martin Short. Roy tells some great Stories about Producing & Acting in his 2018 Sitcom Pilot and what's involved getting his own scripted TV Shows funded and Produced.
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Barry Shares Stories about his Early Days building the Boston Comedy Club with Dave Chappelle, Wanda Sykes, Jim Breuer & Many other then-unknown Young Comics. There's a Classic Norm Macdonald Stand Up Memoir at the End.
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Jason Nash is an Entertainment Industry Survivor. He began his Career in Traditional Film & TV. Found Fame on Vine then lost it. Worked as a Stand Up Comic before Striking Gold with David Dobrik on YouTube. Now he hosts a TikTok with 2.5 Mil, a YouTube Podcast & More.
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Ian Edwards began Stand Up Comedy in New York the 1990s when he first met Comedy Manager Barry Katz. Ian went on to write for The Keenan Ivory Wayans Show, Kevin Hart, Ashton Kutcher's Punk'd and recently a Spot on Bill Burr's Presents: Friends Who Kill.
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Barry Katz Answers Questions from Friends & Members of the Blueprint for Success Entertainment Industry Networking Program about Comedians & Actors becoming Political Activists, the Art of Joke Writing, the Power of Social Media & More.
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