Episodes

  • Legendary Comedy Manager BARRY KATZ Answers Your Questions | AMA 18
    Mar 3 2026

    In this AMA episode, Barry answers real questions from comics around the world — covering female comics navigating a boys’ club, international comedians breaking into the U.S. market, door guy vs. agency strategy, social media growth, ego vs. confidence, AI in comedy, and the biggest misconceptions about success.This isn’t about fame — it’s about being undeniable.Knockout sets. Work ethic. Strategy. Late night. Specials. Viral content. Comedy club politics. The grind behind the spotlight.Blueprint for Successhttps://barrykatz.com/blueprintAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!The Social Media Blueprint:https://www.theindustryblueprint.com/social-media-blueprintBarry Katz Entertainmenthttps://barrykatz.comConnect with Barryhttps://www.instagram.com/barrykatz/https://www.facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage/https://www.tiktok.com/@barry_katzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbkehttps://x.com/BarryKatz

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    34 mins
  • The Genius Behind The Sledge-O-Matic | Gallagher
    Feb 26 2026

    Host and veteran comedy manager Barry Katz sits down with the legendary Gallagher — one of stand-up comedy's most iconic and inventive performers — for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred conversation. From his early days road-managing Jim Stafford to becoming the top-earning comic of the '80s and '90s, Gallagher reflects on his singular career, his philosophy of comedy, his famous prop bits, his run for Governor of California, and much more. Unpredictable, unfiltered, and endlessly entertaining, this episode is a rare glimpse into the mind of a true original.


    Blueprint for Successhttps://barrykatz.com/blueprintAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!The Social Media Blueprint:https://www.theindustryblueprint.com/social-media-blueprintBarry Katz Entertainmenthttps://barrykatz.comConnect with Barryhttps://www.instagram.com/barrykatz/https://www.facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage/https://www.tiktok.com/@barry_katzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbkehttps://x.com/BarryKatz

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    2 hrs and 36 mins
  • How To Go From Entertainer To Entrepreneur | Brandon T Jackson
    Feb 16 2026

    In this episode, Brandon T. Jackson talks about navigating Hollywood, the shift to self-tape auditions , and why artists today have to think like entrepreneurs. From big studio films to building his own projects, he breaks down what it takes to stay relevant, provide for a family, and keep evolving in a business where everyone’s their own studio.


    Blueprint for Successhttps://barrykatz.com/blueprintAre you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!Barry Katz Entertainmenthttps://barrykatz.comConnect with Barryhttps://www.instagram.com/barrykatz/https://www.facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage/https://www.tiktok.com/@barry_katzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbkehttps://x.com/BarryKatz

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    42 mins
  • Paul Telegdy
    Feb 9 2026

    In this Industry Standard episode, Barry Katz sits down with legendary television executive Paul Telegdy for a rare, inside look at leadership, legacy, and decision-making at the highest levels of entertainment. Paul reflects on stepping into major roles at NBC, what it means to inherit massive franchises like America’s Got Talent, and why leadership is less about control and more about stewardship. From calling icons like Steven Spielberg and Jay Leno on day one to protecting the creative flame for hundreds of employees, this conversation offers hard-earned wisdom on managing power, responsibility, and creative culture in a constantly shifting industry.

    Blueprint for Success
    https://barrykatz.com/blueprint
    Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!

    Barry Katz Entertainment
    https://barrykatz.com

    Connect with Barry
    https://instagram.com/barrykatz
    https://facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage
    https://tiktok.com/@barry_katz
    https://linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbke
    https://x.com/BarryKatz

    #BarryKatz #NetworkExecutive #Comedy #PaulTelegdy

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    2 hrs
  • The One Place Every A Great Comedy Career Is Built | AMA 17
    Feb 4 2026

    In this Ask Me Anything episode, Barry Katz answers real questions from artists and creatives navigating the entertainment business. Drawing on four decades of experience, Barry speaks candidly about resilience, rejection, growth, and what it really takes to build a lasting career—turning setbacks into momentum and surviving, then thriving, in a brutal industry.


    Blueprint for Success

    ⁠https://barrykatz.com/blueprint⁠

    Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!

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    #BarryKatz #TalentManager #Comedy #AskMeAnything

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    21 mins
  • Carrot Top Classic Rerelease
    Jan 26 2026

    Originally recorded in 2018, this classic Industry Standard episode features Barry Katz in conversation with legendary comedian and Las Vegas headliner Carrot Top. In this throwback interview, Carrot Top opens up about his decades-long career, building one of the most successful residencies in comedy history, and the discipline required to stay relevant year after year. From touring to television to dominating the Vegas stage, this episode offers timeless insight into longevity, reinvention, and what it really takes to survive — and thrive — in stand-up comedy.

    Blueprint for Success
    https://barrykatz.com/blueprint
    Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!

    Barry Katz Entertainment
    https://barrykatz.com

    Connect with Barry
    https://instagram.com/barrykatz
    https://facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage
    https://tiktok.com/@barry_katz
    https://linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbke
    https://x.com/BarryKatz

    #BarryKatz #StandUpComedian #Comedy #CarrotTop

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    1 hr and 53 mins
  • TJ Miller
    Jan 19 2026

    In this Industry Standard episode, Barry Katz sits down with comedian, actor, and writer TJ Miller to talk about comedy, career longevity, and the deeper responsibility of making people laugh. Known for his breakout role on Silicon Valley, scene-stealing performances in blockbuster films like Deadpool and Transformers, and years of stand-up touring, TJ reflects on how his career across television, film, commercials, and live comedy has shaped his perspective on entertainment. He opens up about why he sees comedy as a form of escape for audiences dealing with real-life struggles, and how creating laughter has become both a creative mission and a personal calling.

    Blueprint for Success
    https://barrykatz.com/blueprint
    Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!

    Barry Katz Entertainment
    https://barrykatz.com

    Connect with Barry
    https://instagram.com/barrykatz
    https://facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage
    https://tiktok.com/@barry_katz
    https://linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbke
    https://x.com/BarryKatz

    #BarryKatz #TalentManager #Comedy #AskMeAnything

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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Andy Huggins
    Jan 17 2026

    In this Industry Standard episode, Barry Katz sits down with stand-up comedian Andy Huggins for a candid conversation about comedy careers, creative momentum, and the moments that unexpectedly change everything. Andy breaks down how a simple Facebook thought turned into a full comedy special, the power of decisive collaborators, and why he’s never chased success the “traditional” way. The conversation also touches on Andy’s breakout Don’t Tell Comedy sets, his appearance on America’s Got Talent, and what he’s learned from letting opportunities come to him instead of forcing them — a refreshingly honest look at timing, talent, and trusting the process in stand-up.

    Blueprint for Success

    https://barrykatz.com/blueprint

    Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!

    Barry Katz Entertainment

    https://barrykatz.com

    Connect with Barry

    https://instagram.com/barrykatz

    https://facebook.com/BarryKatzOfficialPage

    https://tiktok.com/@barry_katz

    https://linkedin.com/in/barrykatzbke

    https://x.com/BarryKatz

    #BarryKatz #StandUpComedian #Comedy #AndyHuggins

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    1 hr and 23 mins