Comedy Writing Masterclass by The Joke Doctor | Hot Breath! Podcast with Joel Byars

Get the Joke Doctor's Comedy Writing Book Here: bit.ly/JerryCorleyBook
Jerry Corley aka The Joke Doctor talks about Everything You Need to know to get Started with Comedy in this interview.
If you want to make a Career in Comedy or you are a Beginner Comedian, this two hour Comedy Writing Masterclass is a must watch for you. Learn How to make Money in Comedy or How to Overcome Writer’s block and so much more.
Jerry has written for Chris Rock, Jay Leno, Bill Hicks and more. He has discussed the Creative Process behind Writing Stand up Comedy in detail we've never heard before.
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CHAPTERS
[0:00] Intro
4:39 How he became ‘The Joke Doctor
12:10 How Jerry wrote Joke for Chris Rogan
12:35 How Jerry made Money by Writing Comedy
[20:20] What Jerry learned from George Carlin about Performance
[25:01] How Jerry used the Power of 3's to get on Leno
[30:56] How to Stay Consistent at Writing
[35:42] Tips on How to Overcome Writer’s Block
[37:30] Jerry Corley breaks down an Anthony Jeselnick Joke
[54:09] How can you Make Money in Standup
[1:06:50] How to tell Stories while writing Funny Jokes in Standup Comedy
[1:10:54] How Jerry uses Venn Diagram technique to write a Joke
[1:12:29] Jerry Corley Breaks Down How Bill Burr writes his Standup act
[1:14:00] Jerry Corley's 9 Psychological Laugh Triggers and 13 Comedy Structure
[1:30:49] How Jerry Corley improved his Performance through Acting Techniques
[1:35:03] How to tell jokes like a comedian
[1:51:31] Jerry Corley's #1 Advice ( Link to Facebook)
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Comedy Writing Masterclass
Jerry Corley Comedy Masterclass
Stand up Comedy masterclass
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How to write a ‘Genius’ Joke
The Formula For Writing A Great Comedy Script
How to write Comedy
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[@HotBreathPod]

Get the Joke Doctor's Comedy Writing Book Here: bit.ly/JerryCorleyBook

[@kevnar]

A great comedian is not going to hold his cards close to his chest. He's going to help everybody he can. And he's not going to be insecure about anybody being better than him. He wants there to be more jokes in the world. He just loves comedy.

[@electrickrain]

This!!!

[@blackcnn4929]

Jerry Corley is dope. Really helped me take my writing to the next level

[@HotBreathPod]

He has helped us too! This interview is what we wish existed when we started comedy. So much comedy writing game!

[@joecool8238]

What level are you at? And how many levels are there? also Is there a bonus level?

[@kannon3979]

Man, I had to revisit this episode again today. So insightful with writing tips. You need to interview more teachers like this, who are not afraid to give up that secret sauce.

[@HotBreathPod]

We appreciate that Kannon. Our whole goal is to get the secret sauce from our guests. Jerry was very generous with information for sure.

[@KendallMatthews]

I BOUGHT Jerry's book after 54:00 mark talking about creative corporate lead generation and using video. I'm not a comic, but I want to make more small business KZbin videos fun to listen to and get more brand sponsors. Fantastic interview.

[@ravindumirihana2784]

I read Greg deans stand up comedy book. It was amazing. I never thought joke making was teachable. But then I saw Jerry Corley videos on youtube. And I understand now that Dean only got it half way. In order to fully understand you need to experience how Jerry create jokes, like 15 Jokes in 30 minutes. I mean it is amazing. You simply feel that energy and he explains everything clearly. But no explanation can beat the practical examples.

[@OG3Maliii]

Hey man I know this is a year old but just know that this shit could be 10-20 years old and still be helping hella people like you to me right now

[@ThisIsWheelLife]

I’m a quadriplegic I can’t stand on stage. Started writing a book about my life being paralyzed and realized damn there’s a lot of jokes in there so I started writing jokes and soon to do my first stand up at a local bar.

[@ellenbruckermarshall4179]

Terrific! I hope for many “normalism” jokes.

[@ThisIsWheelLife]

@@ellenbruckermarshall4179 If we play paper rock scissors, hopefully you only draw scissors. Because a half ass rock is all you're going to get with these crippled hands!

[@jasonwood3197]

Cant stand on stage..😉

[@jasonwood3197]

Sit down comedy....brother i want to do comedy but im just a smart ass. If you comedy i assume you find my feable little punches there! 😂 I hope ya kick some ass!

[@steven13cody]

The first time I stood up was at my grandma’s. Good luck at that mic!

[@TheHudsonValleyWanderer]

Joe Rogan says comedy can't be taught. It seems jerry is proving him wrong. Dayyyum! This guy has done his research!

[@kevinbaltz4564]

Jerry Corley is an excellent teacher. He taught me what my brain does automatically.

[@PJ-rq9et]

Breathing or thinking?

[@mesolithicman164]

I've written for some of the biggest names in entertainment, I work in an office preparing divorce papers for one of LA'S leading attorneys.

[@hobobluesclown7337]

I like seeing Corley in a more relaxed setting. He’s more chill than when he’s presenting 😂 I can’t believe he wrote Hicks’s “forgive me” tag! That’s crazy af

[@HotBreathPod]

He wrote for so many legendary comics. Incredible!

[@Zerker77745]

I want Jerry to be more famous

[@HotBreathPod]

He's a legend for sure!

[@PrettyWhiteLady]

I literally teared up when you said "I took that as an order" - you are such an inspiration to me Jerry, and I have only seen a few of your videos so far. I cannot wait for the brilliant education you are yet to give me!!

[@JT-kb8kz]

I am an aspiring comedian from India. Thanks for this podcast man. I always thought being a comedian requires to just sit at one night, write a 1hour of jokes and thats it. But today, my whole view changed. All the best for all your future achievements😘😘

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow thank you so much for saying that! How long have you been doing comedy?

[@JT-kb8kz]

@@HotBreathPod actually I have not started yet but I'm gonna start doing comedy after my exams which is like 3months later.

[@JT-kb8kz]

After I decided to do comedy, I have been observing society and now I think we have a lot of content just around us😂

[@HotBreathPod]

Awesome! We all start somewhere. You should join our Facebook group to learn more about writing and connect with other comics. facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@kponly]

Jerry Corley, you're the man! This is a masterclass. I'm taking notes.

[@HotBreathPod]

We’ve actually interviewed him twice. Do you see the other one also?

[@kannon3979]

Best Masterclass ever! I still do the exercises in Gene Perrets book - "Comedy Writing" til this day. Thanks Joel 👍🏾

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Kannon please share!

[@sodiacTV]

From 1:06:50 on is a goldmine for comedy screenplay writers

[@awfullyperson]

Studying with Jerry is one of the best decisions I've ever made. Great to hear from him!

[@HotBreathPod]

Yeah Jerry is a comedy guru. If you like this episode you're love our other interviews with comedians. Subscribe and check 'em out!

[@DjSmoove93]

ive listened to this episode whats going on 10 times and i still learn something every time

[@HotBreathPod]

Happy to hear comedy fam!

[@dadoe]

Great interview. I'm just starting to learn this craft. This is very helpful.

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Jack we are all about helping comics learn. You’d definitely enjoy our Facebook group with daily writing clubs, weekly Q&As, and more. facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@michaelsix9684]

glad Jerry did this podcast--it is fun and stimulating

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Michael! Was it fun enough to subscribe??

[@sunnymessiah1]

This Master class is Rich. Thank you for sharing . I love how Jerry teaches comedy

[@HotBreathPod]

Yeah we agree. Our entire show is about comedy education. Welcome to the #HotBreathiverse Sunny!

[@MrFloyj319]

Hey Jerry thank you for helping me with my career. I’ve been following you for a while bought your book and have been studying it for the last 4 years. I recently moved from Minnesota which had a pretty good comedy scene however I thought Vegas would be better. The wisdom and knowledge you share help me discover this amazing gift. Thank you bro!!!!

[@xanderlinde8746]

I’m just now starting out in comedy, this is what I need

[@meenalgiri]

You have no idea how much this podcast helped me! Thank you so much❤️

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow thanks! If you enjoy this interview you’ll love our Facebook group. Are you a member yet? facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@paramdongre5549]

Indian comedian?

[@hobobluesclown7337]

This is cool! I’ve been watching Jerry Corley for years, since he put out that list technique video with the Tiger Woods jokes. There’s a few jokers out there trying to teach comedy, but honestly Corley’s free stuff is the closest thing I’ve found online to a legit free comedy workshop. You can at least get a method (or like 15) from him. I even joined a webinar of his for free through his email list and got some feedback on there. I dug it. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@HotBreathPod]

Yeah Jerry is such a valuable asset to all of us in comedy. We're glad you found this interview so helpful. Please do subscribe and check out our other comedy interviews. You'll love 'em!

[@dennismurphy9957]

After the first hour of braggadocio and gossip, they get down to the actual nitty-gritty of Comedy Writing. Great information starts at 1:06:30

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks for watching the full interview Dennis! The first half is definitely more cool stories of all the famous comics he's written for and then the second half is teaching views how they can do the same. Welcome to the Hot Breathiverse!

[@Jokenword]

@#BB6 #BB9 IMAM A SIDDIQUE #BiggBossImam #ImamBB69 We save it for the stage troll lol...

[@daniellepiana]

@#BB6 #BB9 IMAM A SIDDIQUE #BiggBossImam #ImamBB69 let's hear a joke then....go!

[@jalapenohiway]

This is one of the best videos you've made. Ty my good sir! 👊🏾

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow thank you so much! Are you in our Facebook group also? facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@mdougf]

Can’t wait to listen to this! I’ve decided I want to try out standup comedy. And holy shit wow i just heard you mention that you have interviewed over 200 comics! I just subbed to your pod! This is gonna be a gold mine! Thanks mate

[@justinr4201]

2nd time watching this. This cast is so potent! Feeling like I need to watch it again immediately.

[@aleindogland]

Jerry is simply the best coach. Great interview!

[@PrincessofBuckhead]

Jerry Corley is the best! If you get a chance to take one of his classes, do it!

[@HotBreathPod]

Jerry is awesome and we were honored to have him. Please do subscribe and check out our other comedy interviews.

[@PrincessofBuckhead]

Subscribed! ❤️

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Joy! Welcome to the Hot Breathiverse!

[@nikospala]

This guy is amazing. He's a comedy textbook embodied in a human... :) :) :) :) AMAZING interview!

[@jonwarren7108]

I love this channel! You guys bring on some amazing guests!

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow thank you so much Jon! How did you find us?

[@hugo311name9]

WOW! Great interview! Gonna check out his podcast.

[@estebanperez8133]

Loved the head-shake of shame when you said "The source code of laughter"

[@FUNNYMANERICWHITE]

Love your videos. Thanks

[@victoriaarnstein123]

This was fantastic!

[@oniciamuller]

Jerry is such a great teacher.

[@HotBreathPod]

For sure! He's helped so many of us in our comedy journeys. Please do subscribe and check out our other comedy interviews. You'll love 'em!

[@ashe3rd]

This was great!!

[@ffhj7863]

Fam where can I learn more of this , this interview was insanely helpful

[@ComedianBobbySutton]

COMEDY IS LIFE!!! 🎤🥳🎤

[@mattyjenninz]

Indescribably helpful!!!!

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Matty! If you enjoyed this episode you’ll definitely love our Facebook group. facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@modelworkzseo]

Gold at: 1:14:05

[@PuffyPinkTaco]

Thank you!

[@JesseCuoi]

I real grinder that guy, ive been following him for a while (Jerry). Very informative, thanks for this.

[@HotBreathPod]

Yeah he's a guru. We just did a live Q&A with him in our facebook group. Are you a member yet? facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@vancemichel510]

Big Props to you for linking with Jerry Corley. I follow you both and seeing this was beautiful :-)

[@HotBreathPod]

Awesome thanks Vance! It’s great to connect with you. Are you in our Facebook group too? We do daily writing contests in there.

[@vancemichel510]

Hot Breath! Comedy Network there’s a Facebook group?! I’mma join right now

[@kesco88]

Love this dude!

[@HotBreathPod]

He's the best! Did you enjoy the interview?

[@kesco88]

@@HotBreathPod I saw the whole thing. I've been following him for about a year. I was finally making big moves my comment courier this year but thanks to Corona, well u know the rest.. 😅

[@hobodivine5776]

Great interview, thank you!

[@HotBreathPod]

You're welcome. What did you like about it?

[@danielasaioni7689]

I highly appreciate Jerry's candour on the rates and all his entrepreneurial spirit!

[@HotBreathPod]

Yes indeed. Jerry is a comedy asset to all of us!

[@HotBreathPod]

Do you perform comedy also?

[@danielasaioni7689]

@@HotBreathPod I'm a former stand-up, now screenwriter.

[@HotBreathPod]

@@danielasaioni7689 Very cool! Thanks for watching and good lucky on your creative endeavors.

[@danielasaioni7689]

@@HotBreathPod I've been training standup and improvisers to become working comedy screenwriters for many years as well.. I will let my students know about your podcast (I've already told them about Jerry's work as well), and I'll check out more myself as well!

[@keketsohutamo]

This is so amazing

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks buddy! How long have you been in the comedy game?

[@Shs_21]

wish i had someone like one of you guys to help me

[@versecpt]

Wow! Thank you

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow thank YOU for watching!

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The desktop icon lawsuit was dismissed as both Microsoft and Apple were at HP and they had a icon basex concept UI they showed the engineers. Microsoft explained that “We (Apple\MS) both took it from HP!”

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Wow fantastic content thank you guys so much for posting 🎉

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Edge happy to help!

[@sarodiii]

This guy is like some of those rare Gurus nobody knows about, but has like a treasure of knowledge and guidance by maestros. I'm scared to my balls about going on stage with my material, cuz I have a great feeling that it sucks. Your channel helped me a little.

[@sumermore900]

Your audition was okay 😛 better than mine atleast

[@sarodiii]

@@sumermore900 Wait did you witness my audition or are you just guessing? Like were you at That Comedy Club?

[@sumermore900]

@@sarodiii I was the 3rd guy

[@cjdrums17]

19:20 "What do you do? I paint houses". I'm guessing he hasn't seen The Irishman 🤔

[@Andy-lj9pr]

1:08:30... that’s a good one 😂

[@Raildawwwg]

Is there actually any video of Greg Deans doing standup himself? Can never find any.

[@1Challino]

Thank you for this. Good stuff

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks! How long have you been in the comedy game?

[@1Challino]

@@HotBreathPod I've probably done open mics about 10 times in 10 years

[@mrslaneful]

This guy is f*#ing phenomenal. Wow what great information

[@HotBreathPod]

Wow! Thanks for the comment :)

[@sarodiii]

Nimesh Patel just said he's doing podcasts with people. If you're into him, get him on.

[@HotBreathPod]

We can definitely do that. Thanks for the suggestion. Anyone else you would like to see on?

[@jimmyastley]

Great interview!!!

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks Jimmy! Are you in our Facebook group yet??

[@jimmyastley]

@@HotBreathPod I didn't even know you had a group. I'll join it rn.

[@HotBreathPod]

@@jimmyastley Awesome welcome to the Hot Breathiverse.

[@RonnieAlmendarez]

🔥

[@prjonasgustavsson4876]

Thanx 🐐🐐🐐🤠🐐🐐🐐🇳🇴

[@ryotaroamano6642]

とても良い勉強になりました！ Thank you for the great video :)

[@HotBreathPod]

Thanks buddy! Do you also do comedy?

[@ryotaroamano6642]

Hot Breath! Comedy Network Yes, I’ve recently started doing comedy, but not so many do stand up in Japan, so these videos of yours are great resources for me !

[@HotBreathPod]

@@ryotaroamano6642 Wow we're so glad you find this channel a helpful resource. You should definitely join our facebook group and start connecting with other comics around the world. facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@vaibhavmangal1148]

Jerry Corley says whenever someone asks you tell them a joke just tell them but rosenfield in his book mastering stand up says don't tell, two great teacher having completely different thoughts. What's you take on this?

[@HotBreathPod]

It's all personal preference. I just roast them by saying something like, "the only joke I can think of is that shirt." 🤣

[@oldmanjumper]

I feel like your “YEAH!” when he asked if you wanted to hear something cool went completely unappreciated 😂😂

[@HotBreathPod]

🤣🤣🤣 what’s the timestamp on that?

[@oldmanjumper]

@@HotBreathPod Around 1:20:50 😂

[@MattBlank]

Great video! Is there a list of the different books he mentions somewhere? Gene Perrett, Melvin Helitzer, etc

[@HotBreathPod]

Hmmm I don't have a specific list but do have a comedy writing Facebook group that would have a lot more resources: facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@MattBlank]

@@HotBreathPod thank you!

[@HotBreathPod]

Welcome to the Hot Breathiverse!

[@richardottum1]

did he say Helen Keler joke book?

[@tom8008135]

If you like this, you’ll love The Comedian’s Comedian Podcast

[@HotBreathPod]

For sure! We love Stu and would love to have him on the show!

[@karandarwani225]

Thanks Tom! Can you please suggest more such podcasts?

[@spencerreynolds8911]

Can someone help me with the laugh triggers? I understand that there is - Surprise Embarrassment Superiority Release Configurational Incongruity Recognition Ambivalence Coincidence I’d like a explanation of them to better understand how to use them . Maybe there’s another video I could be redirected too?

[@HotBreathPod]

Great question Spencer! We did a follow-up interview with the Joke Dr. also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYbLlWiol9B-lZo

[@amysson5151]

Jerry says he quickly wrote a 25 minute set geared toward a business’ fear point, then he performed it for them. I wonder how long it took him to memorize the act or did he use notes? I don’t see how he would have time to memorize it as fast as he needed it. Am I misunderstanding or is it okay to use notes in these corporate gigs?

[@ellenbruckermarshall4179]

My doctor is a joke. She says whatever I see her for is actually anxiety.

[@nononouh]

4:10

[@Mike-tt3sc]

Man a pop filter would be great on these mics

[@Redkingdom5204]

Can anyone plz tell me more info about this 15th century philosopher named James Beatty plz cuz I’m having a bit of trouble finding him on Wikipedia & Google?

[@HotBreathPod]

Hmm not sure who that is. Where did you hear his name?

[@ronkawa4304]

what does he mean by "the tonite show is trying to get middle america and not the coasts"... 28:54

[@TheSquirtable]

It’s wants to appeal to the average person and not offend anyone.

[@kannon3979]

HotBreaeeeeth!!!

[@HotBreathPod]

Ayyy we out chea!

[@lxae247]

🧐🧐🧐

[@HotBreathPod]

You're a comedy nerd like us! We think you'll definitely enjoy our facebook group. There are comics from around the world all sharing tips and trick plus much more helpful comedy content. facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/

[@comedianrjevans5370]

133.

[@Moe4now]

You need to be funny to teach a comedy class, so😏

[@MIDWESTVILLANS]

HOW MANY ADS

[@tinocoll7961]

How do you learn to trust your brain after you think you came up with a brilliant joke and you later realized it was complete trash and you don’t even know how you thought that was funny in the first place ?

[@HotBreathPod]

How do you know it’s not funny? Did you try it on stage?

[@tinocoll7961]

HotBreathPod i tried it out on a few people , didn’t work later didn’t think joke made much sense either , nothing similar has happened to you before ?

[@HotBreathPod]

@@tinocoll7961 Oh yes for sure. 1 out of every 20 jokes may be worth keeping. That's why comedians are on stage every night working out which material to keep.

[@hobobluesclown7337]

I have this problem when I write stoned. Sometimes I get good ones, but I get a lot more jokes that only I think are funny when I write high. I stopped smoking weed for a week or so and my jokes were way sharper that week. But maybe you don’t get high, and none of this applies to you! ✌️

[@HotBreathPod]

@@hobobluesclown7337 Yeah even George Carlin admitted that he had to stop smoking weed as much because it was dulling his sense of humor.

[@sifugurusensei]

Come on get to the point

[@natelevy1040]

That IS the point, it's not always a race to the punchlines.

[@derrionwalker5672]

Why doesnt he teach himeself to be funny enough to have anyone know who he is. You can teach someone how to write a structured joke but you cant teach funny

[@alxofficial1541]

You cant teach comedy, you're either funny or you're not.

[@Tabu11211]

Thank you!

[@HotBreathPod]

You're welcome. What was your favorite part?