Monday Morning Podcast Comedian Carol Leifer 'How To Write A Funny Speech' | Thursday Afternoon Monday Morning Podcast 8-21-25
Aug 21, 2025
Join Carol Leifer, a veteran comedian known for her work on iconic shows like Seinfeld, as she shares insights from her new book on crafting humorous speeches. She discusses the joy and challenge of balancing humor with heartfelt emotion, especially at weddings. Carol also reminisces about her quirky beginnings in stand-up, navigating bizarre stage names and memorable first gigs. Expect laughs as she reflects on the absurdity of live performances and the importance of resilience, alongside lighthearted stories from the world of baseball and beyond.
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Bill's Conan Toast Anxiety
- Bill explains he accepted speaking at Conan's Mark Twain award because Conan supported his career.
- He feared losing composure writing sentimental lines and needed guidance for staying composed.
Internet Makes Bad Speeches Permanent
- Bad speeches now have lasting consequences because recordings live online forever.
- That permanence raises the stakes for speakers and the event's atmosphere.
Keep Speeches Under Five Minutes
- Keep speeches short: five minutes or less to respect the audience and the event schedule.
- Tight speeches leave listeners wanting more and prevent dragging the program.