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#148 - Sean Patton: Killing vs. Being Funny, Comedy Storytelling Secrets, Louis CK Controversy

Sean Patton is one of comedy's most unique talents. I have seen him perform live four times and not a single set has been the same. He breaks down his technique behind improvising on stage and how you can do the same. There is also an in-depth discussion on the power of silence on stage and a storytelling breakdown that has forever changed the way I perform comedy. This is one of those Hot Breathisodes you'll have to hear multiple times to digest.

Must Hear Moments:

The Storytelling Treehouse technique
Killing vs. being funny
Taping for Comedy Central
Advice from Bill Burr
Comedy writing tips
OCD Tips
How to improvise on stage
The power of silence in comedy
Loving Atlanta comedy
Louis CK

Quotable Quotes

"I feel like I'm lying on stage if I do the same thing every time."

"In order for a story to grow, it has to be planted in truth."

"Your jokes fit together like Lego blocks."

"Bill Burr told me he's blown away at how I comfortable I am with silence."

"Louis CK must talk about what he's done and why it was wrong."

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Research Cited:

The Laugh Button: Comedy.Covered

https://thelaughbutton.com/sean-patton/interview-four-nights-road-sean-patton/

The CrabFeast with Ryan Sickler and Jay Larson:

https://www.thecrabfeast.com/2014/02/25/crabfeast-episode-93-sean-patton/

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