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Flexing Your Funny Muscle w/ Comedian Mike Lukas

In this hilarious episode of 'The Jokes by Jo Show', host Josiah James and co-host Doug McHizzle catch up with comedian and improviser Mike Lukas. Mike shares his journey from performing with Second City in Vegas and Chicago to taking a ten-year hiatus to raise his children and now returning to the comedy scene. The conversation dives into the challenges of coming back to comedy after a break, adjusting material for modern audiences, and the essentials of discovering one's comedy lens. Mike also touches upon his experiences with notable comedians, the importance of comedic branding, and shares insights from his book 'Finding Your Funny Muscle'. This episode is packed with laughs, valuable comedy insights, and entertaining anecdotes that any comedy enthusiast will enjoy.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter
00:33 Meet the Guest: Mike Lukas
00:56 Mike's Comedy Journey
01:46 The Art of Stand-Up Comedy
05:02 Finding Your Comedy Lens
08:55 Improv and Stand-Up: A Dynamic Duo
21:13 Comedy Scene in Texas
26:41 Challenges of Performing in Bars
29:25 Navigating Cancel Culture in Comedy
29:53 Controversial Jokes and Audience Reactions
30:34 The Art of Subtle Humor
31:47 Balancing Humor and Sensitivity
33:57 Accents and Cultural Sensitivity in Comedy
37:06 Developing a Unique Comedy Style
40:54 Career Journey and Milestones
47:03 Writing and Publishing Comedy Books
48:52 Workshopping New Jokes
52:45 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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The Jokes by Jo Show: Dive into the world of humor with comedian Josiah James, comedian Doug McHizzle, and Co-Co as they bring you witty banter, edgy jokes, and hilarious anecdotes. Join us as we workshop jokes and refine our comedy craft. For more laughs and updates, visit jokesbyjo.com. Got a joke or feedback? Email us at podcast@jokesbyjo.com. Follow us on TikTok at @jokesbyjo and on Instagram at @jokesbyjo for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes fun!

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