Episode 022 REINTERPRETATION – Brett Druck: “I just realized how hard it is to please a human”

Episode 022 REINTERPRETATION – Brett Druck: “I just realized how hard it is to please a human”

Author: Jeff McBride & Harrison Tweed November 9, 2017 Duration: 1:24:52
EASY SHARE LINKS Facebook: https://goo.gl/SNMHf9 Twitter: https://goo.gl/yg2gT9 PATREON LINK: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkaboutsets REINTERPRETATION The effusively funny Brett Druck jokes his way through a must-hear episode on REINTERPRETATION, or "flipping perception." It is his favorite element of stand-up. I'm proud to say that this is among our top three favorite episodes to record (and edit!). We cover clichés, perceptual shifting, and how reinterpretation bits stick with you. And ironically, because they are so memorable, the most effective reinterpretation jokes are harder to laugh at later. And there's so much more. From Brett's best mentor tip to his incredible advice on social media mastery, this episode is jam-packed with applicable knowledge, leaping from one laugh to the next like an actual stand-up set. We cannot recommend this one highly enough! He even made me laugh from the very moment I started trying to book him. The infographic included on the webpage (check it!) will make hilarious sense once you hear me introduce him. ABOUT THE GUEST COMEDIAN Brett Druck is stand up comic and cast member on Laughs TV Show seasons 2 & 3. He’s been on America's Got Talent, on HULU, Pandora Comedy Radio, and he’s been mentioned in Rolling Stone. He frequently appears on the front page of Reddit and has had his jokes shared millions of times online. He’s a nationally touring comedian and he’s been in all kinds of comedy festivals including TBS's Just for Laughs Chicago, The Charleston Comedy Festival, he was a finalist for The Andy Kaufman Award. Most recently he appeared on NBC SeeSo's “SCHTICK OR TREAT: HALLOWEEN STAND UP SPECIAL” as part of their first annual 'Stand-Up Streaming Fest'. Brett's a badass. FEATURED BITS IN THIS EPISODE - TJ Miller - Washing your hands - Brett Druck - Superheroes (2016) - Hannibal Buress - Bomb Water (Animal Furnace, 2012) - Dane Cook - Abducted (Retaliation, 2005) FOLLOW BRETT DRUCK (FOR REAL--HIS SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE IS GIGGLE-INDUCING): twitter.com/brettdruck instagram.com/brettdruck facebook.com/brettdruck CHECK OUT HIS WEBSITE FOR TOUR DATES AND BOOKING: http://www.brettdruck.com Special thanks to TJ Miller’s virtuosity, Hannibal Buress’s unique perspective, and Dane Cook’s early albums! And, as always, for Salt-N-Pepa, our entire show is an homage to you and to the legal concept of fair use.

Ever wonder what really happens in the green room or how a joke evolves from a scribble on a napkin to a roaring crowd? That’s the territory Let's Talk About Sets! explores. Hosted by New York City comedians Jeff McBride and Harrison Tweed, this podcast feels more like a late-night conversation after a show than a formal lecture. They peel back the curtain on the so-called "science" behind stand-up, treating the craft with both reverence and a healthy dose of playful skepticism. Each episode digs into the mechanics of writing, the psychology of performing, and the sheer unpredictability of live comedy. You’ll hear from fellow comics in candid interviews that are less about grand career stories and more about the specific, often messy, details of building a set. It’s an education in comedy, but one filled with laughter, failed punchlines, and genuine curiosity. Whether you're an aspiring performer or just someone who loves to understand how the magic is made, this podcast offers a unique, insider’s view of the work that goes into making people laugh. Tune in for a mix of shop talk, personal stories, and practical insights, all delivered with the easy rapport of two friends who live and breathe this world.
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