The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 766 | Rising Comic Andrew Stanley on Resilience, Bombing, and Finding the Punchline
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Nov 11, 2025 
Andrew Stanley, a rising stand-up comedian and preacher's son, shares his journey from finance to comedy. He talks about the challenges of bombing on stage and how it’s essential for growth. Andrew reveals his unique methods for capturing material and adapting humor for different audiences. He also reflects on managing family life while touring, the realities of road life, and the behind-the-scenes work that often goes unnoticed. With humor and insight, he emphasizes the importance of authenticity and connection in comedy.
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Projector Porn Interrupts A Church-Audience Set
- Andrew described a club set where a projector operator displayed pornography onto his white shirt mid-performance.
- He stayed clean, kept his composure, and later avoided white shirts and projections on stage.
Build Failure Into Your Writing Process
- Embrace bombing because it's necessary to develop new material and take risks on stage.
- Structure sets to open and close with reliable bits while experimenting in the middle.
Prove You’re In The Room First
- Win a room by proving you're present and responsive, not just reciting canned material.
- Andrew looks for immediate, local moments to connect before delivering prepared jokes.