How do you commit to the long haul of mastering your craft? Iliza Shlesinger, comedian, actress, writer, and podcaster always had a passion for comedy and knew she would do whatever it took to make it part of her life. She shares her advice on how to stop worrying about what other people think, how […]

Don’t Keep Your Day Job · The Most Valuable Lessons of 2020 – Part 2 Happy New Year’s Eve! In a farewell to 2020, we’re highlighting more of the top lessons and stories that you can carry with you into 2021. Soak up all this wisdom from amazing guests like Kevin Nealon, Martha Beck, Bob […]

Don’t Keep Your Day Job · Phil Rosenthal How does a comedic genius turn real life into a legacy on screen? Phil Rosenthal, Emmy Award winning TV writer, producer, and creator of hit shows like Everybody Loves Raymond and Somebody Feed Phil has always loved celebrating real life and real characters on screen. He shares […]

How do you find your voice as a stand up comedian and a writer for one of the most popular late night talk show hosts? Brian Kiley, Emmy Award winning writer, comedian, and author always had a passion for making people laugh, but he didn’t know the roadmap to making that a career. He shares […]

What worlds open up when you show up and give it a chance? Kevin Nealon, comedian, actor, and creator of Hiking with Kevin wasn’t sure if he could make a living doing standup. He didn’t think he would get a role on Saturday Night Live. But he said “Why not,” went to the audition anyway, […]

  Comedian, actor, and comedy writer Wayne Federman wasn’t always comfortable in front of a crowd. So how did he transform from a ventriloquist with stage fright to a comedian working with Judd Apatow, Larry David, and Jimmy Fallon? How did identifying his true calling help him through periods of rejection and discomfort? He also […]