The Doctor of Laughter is a comedian in the Chicago area! 💯In this episode, we discuss why creating a supportive environment can be life-changing for everyone involved, how vulnerability is more of a strength than a weakness, what one individual can do to spread positivity, learning to pace yourself onstage (amongst other lessons), and much more! 🔥As always, thank you for watching. New episodes of Ruse Radio always coming soon. 💖Support the show on Patreon 🙏 https://www.patreon.com/ruseofficialIf you would like to buy a 'Professional Mindblower' shirt, please follow the Ruse link below and let us know through the 'Contact Me' button located at the top of the page! We will follow up with you ASAP.__________TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:19 - Discovering unique talents and skills4:24 - Open mics, comedy mentors, and learning from others6:04 - Creating a supportive comedy environment9:03 - Personal growth and balancing comedy with family13:00 - Reflecting on connections and opening up on stage16:01 - Sharing vulnerability and relatable humor20:05 - Adjusting performance energy and pace22:08 - Collaboration in comedy writing and brainstorming26:24 - Funny customer stories and service industry humor29:02 - Practicing impressions and voice acting inspiration32:08 - Comedy as a platform for positivity and encouragement36:06 - Collaboration and feedback within the comedy community39:04 - Supporting new comedians and fostering growth44:03 - Thoughts on creating an open mic49:14 - Gaining confidence in new comedy venues53:10 - Spreading positivity through shared platforms1:02:00 - Networking and the butterfly effect in comedy1:07:00 - Impressions of presidents and comedic potential1:10:12 - Humor in political behavior and satire1:13:04 - Politics as a parody of itself1:20:26 - Satirizing environmentalism and relatable exaggeration1:25:00 - Challenges in comedy and the dangers of shock humor1:31:03 - Free speech in comedy and pushing boundaries1:34:57 - Testing material in different venues and audience reactions1:39:41 - Using current events and societal commentary in comedy1:44:40 - Political correctness and its impact on comedy1:47:26 - Regional differences in comedy audiences1:49:52 - Final thoughts: the healing power of comedy
