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Greg Dean Stand-Up Comedy BlogCast
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- Why should the Best Comedy Clubs Hire You?Mar 15, 2026 · 3 minStop "torturing" your audience by learning through trial and error. Greg Dean explains why professional training is the essential shortcut to a successful comedy career, helping you build a "safety net" in the classroom so you can master the trade, earn higher pay, and avoid the public reputation of being a performer who bombs. 🎤Don't bomb your way to the top! Master the trade of comedy in the classroom, not at the audience's expense. Join our next workshop at GregDeanComedy.com! 🏆FREE...
- How Far Can Comedians Go?Mar 14, 2026 · 3 minHow dark is too dark for stand-up? 🎤 Learn Greg Dean's "Self-Deprecation Rule" to master harsh humor without losing the room. Start building your act at stand-upcomedy.com. Explore the boundaries of modern stand-up by learning how to master dark humor without losing your audience. Greg Dean explains how to navigate the "hurt line" between comedy and drama by committing to your authentic voice and using self-deprecation as a tool to make harsh material more palatable. 😎Level 1: How to b...
- Post Your Best Funny VideosMar 13, 2026 · 4 minDon't let your best jokes get stolen or silenced! Learn how to use social media as free publicity for your comedy career while protecting your material. Greg Dean explains the benefits and risks of posting clips, the importance of correct subtitles for mobile viewers, and how to use YouTube’s privacy settings to manage your visibility with agents and fans. 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1/ Phone: 800...
- Should I Do Comedy Open Mics?Mar 13, 2026 · 7 minAnswer: Yes!! Do Stand Up Comedy Open Mics!! 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1/ Phone: 800 961-5636 Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com #standupcomedy #jokewriting #comedian #learnstandupcomedy #comedyroutines #standupcomedian #standup #comedy Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the...
- Negative Opinions in Stand Up ComedyMar 13, 2026 · 3 minMaster the foundational element of any stand-up comedy routine: the negative opinion. Learn how to transform personal annoyances, pet peeves, or confusion into a structured premise that defines your message and makes your comedy unique. 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1/ Phone: 800 961-5636 Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com #standupcomedy #jokewriting #comedian #learnstandupcomedy #co...
- Act Out the Funny Characters PartJan 22, 2026 · 4 minAre you telling instead of showing? Why not act the funny characters and show us how he scanned your items in a menacing way? 🏆FREE Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com Subscribe: https://...
- Act Out the Funny Characters Part 2Jan 22, 2026 · 4 minBuild specific characters in Stand Up Comedy by asking questions and becoming those characters. 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1/ Phone: 800 961-5636 Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://s...
- Funny Stories Better with Act Outs - Tip 10Dec 17, 2025 · 9 minWhen comedians physically and vocally act out the characters, emotions, and key moments of a story, the routine becomes more vivid, present-tense, and laugh-heavy for the audience. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Create Funnier Jokes About You Tip 9Nov 20, 2025 · 8 minLearn to write funnier, more authentic jokes by making yourself! 🏆FREE Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once yo...
- Original Jokes Killed by Comedy Cliches Tip 7Nov 13, 2025 · 12 minThe first step in eliminating these Comic Cliches is awareness. They are so entrenched in the stand-up comedy culture most comics aren’t even conscious they’re using so many in their comedy routines! For more stand up comedy tips and resources go to stand-up comedy.com Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy...
- Make Jokes Funny with Exciting Specifics - Tip 8Nov 13, 2025 · 6 minThe fastest way to success in stand up comedy is to know how to make jokes funny or funnier! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Best to Put Puns in the Joke Setups –Tip 6Nov 4, 2025 · 8 minLearn to search for the aspects of jokes you can add more negative consequences to to get more laughter from the same stand-up comedy routine. 🏆FREE Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ Email: info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com Subscrib...
- Better Punchlines are Negative -Tip 5Oct 23, 2025 · 5 minLearn to search for the aspects of jokes you can add more negative consequences to to get more laughter from the same stand-up comedy routine. Register for Greg Dean’s Level 1 class is beginner-friendly, no experience required. Learn the fundamentals in a supportive, structured environment. https://stand-upcomedy.com/products/level-1-how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-in-person/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’l...
- Localize Your Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Tip 4Oct 17, 2025 · 4 minWant to make your stand-up jokes land anywhere you perform? Greg Dean — The Professor of Stand-Up Comedy — shares how to localize your material and connect instantly with any audience. 🏆FREE Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ 😎Level 1: How to build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live or Zoom https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ Email: info@gregdeanstan...
- Use K Words to Improve Punchlines - Tip 3Oct 9, 2025 · 5 minImprove punchlines with hard consonant sounding words in the Reveal of the punchline to increase laughter. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- End Punchlines with the Reveal - Tip 2Oct 8, 2025 · 6 minIt’ll take your jokes from good to great. It’s what will make your audience laugh out loud and remember your joke long after they’ve left the stand-up comedy club. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Short Setups and Punchlines Tip 1Sep 26, 2025 · 4 minShorter setups and punchlines in stand-up comedy helps jokes get better laughs on a stand-up comedy stage. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Joke Mine How to Write PunchlinesSep 18, 2025 · 8 minJoke Mine - Learn the second step in joke structure - How to Write Punchlines Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- 10 Best Books on Being a ComedianSep 11, 2025 · 20 minIn this BlogCast, I’ll offer an overview of the 10 best stand up comedy books on being a comedian that I think show the unfiltered lives of stand-up comedy legends. As you progress through your Aspiring Comedian’s Checklist, here some stand up comedy books on being a comedian to help you decide if this is what you really want to do. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with ...
- Talk to a Real ComedianSep 11, 2025 · 13 minSo far in this BlogCast series, we’ve laid some solid groundwork for becoming a stand-up comedian. I’ve walked you through studying comedy, learning the lingo, reading joke books, watching pro stand-up, and even understanding what separates a killer act from a cookie-cutter one. But now it’s time to do something scary. Something bold. Something that’ll change your trajectory in the comedy world. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it...
- Joke Map - How to Write SetpsSep 11, 2025 · 9 minJoke Map - Discover the first step in how to write setups in stand up comedy joke structure. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Peep into Comedians Lives with BiographiesAug 24, 2025 · 22 minRead about the lives of comedians in biographies. 🥸Level 1: How to Build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live and Zoom Classes https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ 🏆Stand-Up Comedy Classes - Free Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ 🚀If you’re not in Southern California and still want to learn from Greg Dean you can find his Zoom Comedy Classes and OnDemand Courses ...
- Behind the Laughter -Read Comedians AutobiographiesAug 17, 2025 · 17 min💡Read about the Tears and Triumphs in Comedian's Autobiographies. 🥸Level 1: How to Build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine - Live and Zoom Classes https://gregdeancomedy.com/build-a-routine/ 🏆Stand-Up Comedy Classes - Free Introductory OnDemand Webinar Level 1 - “How to Build Stand-Up Comedy Routines” https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blan...
- Mine Comedy Gold: 7 Tips to Preserve Your Funny JokesAug 7, 2025 · 10 minIn this BlogCast I’ll explain the importance of getting all of your funny ideas out of your head and documented as you prepare to become a comedian Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-free-webinar/
- Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy: How-To Become a ComedianJul 31, 2025 · 8 minIn this BlogCast, I’ll discuss the importance of getting a how-to book that teaches technique and not just advice and opinions. I suggest my book, but every book will teach you something to move you along your path to how-to become a comedian. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-...
- 10 Reasons to Be Killed “Live” by Top Stand Up Comedy AssassinsJul 27, 2025 · 10 minIn this BlogCast, I’m going to take you on a journey and unveil the top 10 reasons why every aspiring comedian should experience the pain of continuous laughter in live performances by the top stand up comedy assassins. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-...
- Speak Like Comedians: Decoding Stand Up Comedy Terms – Part 2 - Aspiring Comedian’s ChecklistJul 17, 2025 · 18 minIn this BlogCast I’ll guide you through more of the language of stand-up comedy terms. We’ll teach you even more stand-up comedy terms and phrases so you can check them off your list. For more stand up comedy terms to further your knowledge check out The Greg Dean Stand Up Comedy Glossary: https://stand-upcomedy.com/glossary/ Subscribe to the Greg Dean's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy/featured Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comed...
- Speak Like Comedians: Decoding Stand Up Comedy Terms – Part 1 - Aspiring Comedian’s ChecklistJul 13, 2025 · 18 minIn this BlogCast, Greg guides you through the language of comedy so when you talk to comedians you won’t sound like an idiot. When you’re fluent in comedian speak, then you can check this off your list as you move from being an aspiring to open mic comedian. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to...
- Get Your Jokaholic Fix – Addicts Ultimate Guide to Joke Books - Aspiring Comedian’s ChecklistJul 4, 2025 · 10 minIn this Podcast, we’ll explore the benefits of collecting and reading joke books, from expanding your humor repertoire to enhancing your writing skills. These are addicting, so get up a vein to satisfy your need for funny. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine-fre...
- Read Stand Up Comedy Blogs to Fuel Your Dreams - Aspiring Comedian’s ChecklistApr 17, 2025 · 5 minWelcome back to the How to Become a Comedian BlogCast! In this episode, we explore how stand-up comedy blogs can fuel your journey—from writing jokes to building confidence on stage. Discover top blogs like Greg Dean’s, Huffington Post, Connected Comedy, and more. Get insights, tips, and real-world advice to help you grow. Plus, learn how to join our open mics or sign up for our Level 1 course at gregdeancomedy.com. Let’s dive in—laughter is contagious, pass it on! Subscribe...
- Watch Stand Up Shows to Ignite Your Comedy Passion - Aspiring Comedian's ChecklistApr 10, 2025 · 6 minTo become a comedian, you must immerse yourself in stand-up shows to understand the art form. It’s a rollercoaster ride, but can be fun and rewarding if you persevere. Stand-up comedy is a beloved entertainment form that transcends barriers, bringing people together through laughter. stand-up comedy.com Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDe...
- Study the Styles of Comedians to Unleash Your Funny: Aspiring Comedian's ChecklistFeb 26, 2025 · 7 minComedy is an art, not a science. In this BlogCast, we explore the diverse styles of stand-up and what makes comedians masters of laughter. Whether you’re a comedy fan or an aspiring comedian, tune in and discover the secrets behind the craft! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@gregdeancomedy Comedy has structure—and once you know it, you’ll never go blank again. Learn the basics and beyond with our free intro class at GregDeanComedy.com https://stand-upcomedy.com/how-to-build-a-stand-u...
- Stand-Up Comedy Building a Routine - Level 1 Beginner ClassFeb 19, 2025 · 1 hr 5 minWelcome to the first Episode of Greg Dean’s Stand-Up Comedy Podcast. Whether you’re an aspiring comedian or already cracking jokes on stage, this episode is from our free webinar on our Level 1 class. Learn how to build a routine, master the skills every comedian needs, and get a glimpse into our in-person and Zoom classes. Comedy isn't just about telling jokes—you're the writer, performer, director, and more. Tune in as we dive into what it really takes to succeed in stand-up comedy an...
- Stand Up Comedy Videos to Harden Your Funny Bone: Aspiring Comedian's ChecklistFeb 12, 2025 · 9 minGreg Dean here! Welcome to the Greg Dean Stand Up Comedy Podcast. In this episode I break down the art and science of stand-up comedy. Today, I’m sharing exclusive insights and techniques that will help you sharpen your skills and boost your confidence on stage. I’ve got tons of stand-up videos packed with tips, tricks, and laughs over on my YouTube channel—YouTube.com/gregdeancomedy—so be sure to check them out. Now, let’s dive in and get funnier together!” Subscribe: https://www.youtu...
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