Wednesday July 14th, 2010 - Kenosha, WI

   Sometimes a person’s tastes evolve as life goes on. I know that’s been the case with me. As a kid I used to despise Muhammad Ali and wanted him to lose every fight. I thought he was a loudmouth braggadocio and wanted to see him get that mouth shut permanently.

   Now I realize I was falling into the brilliant marketing plan he’d had all along and think he’s one of not only the greatest athletes of modern tim... Read More

Wednesday June 23rd, 2010 - Lake Villa, IL

   I’ve been flapping off a lot lately about how much I need to establish a workable system for staying booked, and I’m finally starting to implement it. The main objective is to have top of mind awareness with as many booking agents as possible, so they think of me first.

   It’s very difficult to stay in everyone’s face without being a pest. There are probably too many comedians all trying for the extremely... Read More

Sunday June 13th, 2010 - Louisville, KY

   And now it’s all over. There’s always a tiny twinge of sadness at the end of every road week that goes well, and I can feel it now. The friendships are put on hold until next time through town, and some of the people I hung out with while I was here I won’t see again.

   This was a very good week as far as getting along with everyone went. I didn’t have an issue with anyone on stage or off, and even the heckl... Read More

Tuesday June 8th, 2010 - Chicago, IL

   Last Comic Standing is rearing its ugly head again, and I have mixed feelings about it. I never understood why standup comedy can’t be the ultimate reward for anyone. It’s like a connecting flight in show business. It’s never the final destination, only a plane change.

   Even in the boom years of the 80s, it always seemed like the goal was to get on TV so a sitcom could be developed ”based on the standup comedy... Read More

Sunday June 6th, 2010 - Lake Villa, IL

   For whatever problems, shortcomings or disappointments I’ve had in life, one thing I’m able to say proudly is I’m doing what I want to do. Not many people can honestly say that but I can, and I‘m grateful. I may not be doing it all on a high level, but that’s different.

   The fact remains, I’ve been able to survive my entire adult life doing things I enjoy, and I know others wish they could have the guts... Read More