How To Write Funny

Episode 44 | Patton Oswalt

Mar 3, 2021
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Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt, Emmy-winning comedian and actor, discusses the importance of hard work in comedy, the art of storytelling, love for obscure content, and reflections on comedy and talk shows.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Art of Storytelling
02:21 • 17min
3
Obscure and Underground Content
19:07 • 9min
4
Pursuit of Stand-Up Comedy
27:45 • 17min
5
Working on Projects and the Changing Landscape of Stand-Up Specials
44:58 • 2min
6
Reflections on Comedy and Talk Shows
46:38 • 8min
7
Hidden Opinions, Developing Material, and the Transition to Writing
54:10 • 2min