How to Write 100 Jokes for Late Night TV in a Slow News Cycle

When you have to produce material every day for a TV show, what do you do when there seems to be no news? Former Tonight Show writer, Jerry Corley shows you one of the most crucial techniques used by the most successful comedy writers in this fast moving video tutorial.
It's not only a great way to write current events jokes, it's also a great way to develop material for a stand-up routine.
There's never been a more exciting time to write for Late Night TV. The industry is growing faster than the supply for good comedy writers.
And being a good comedy writer means that you have to be able to produce volumes of material every single day. The way to do that without burning out is to have structure and have a process.
This is part of a 10-part Video Course Writing for Late Night TV check it out here.
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[@jasonbidwell1221]

Hey Jerry, possible improvement on my last pro/con with some word play: Pro: In football, Tom Brady is a really good quarterback Con: In jail, Tom Brady is a really wide receiver

[@PrincessofBuckhead]

Jerry, great video and what an excellent Pro/Con list. Thanks for the wonderful tips!

[@yamnehroncero4238]

Tom Brady's suspension is like a friend going to jail. It would be pretty good news for the inmates because Tom Brady really knows how to deflate balls.

[@5065ca]

Y Roncero 😂

[@jasonbidwell1221]

Jerry, your recognition inspired me to write two more Pros/Cons: Pro: In football, if Tom Brady slips one finger offside he'll get a yellow flag and a foul. Con: In jail, if Tom Brady slips one finger inside he'll get a rainbow flag and smell foul. Pro: In football, without protection Tom Brady may get a sack. Con: In jail Tom Brady may get a sack... without protection. Pro: In football Tom Brady was always a good quarterback. Con: In jail, he'll start off as a tight end but end up as a wide receiver.

[@jasonbidwell1221]

Pro: On the field you get into a three point stance before the balls in play Con: In prison it's called doggystyle then you play with the balls Pro: In football Tom Brady is a pro Con: In jail, Tom Brady is a con Pro: In football, Tom Brady is a quarterback Con: In jail, he's a wide receiver

[@coldgunztv9072]

😂😂😂

[@GloriaReyesUrKrazzyMom]

the UNIVERSE bless you with health and happines. Thanks, for your kindness to teach us all here the science of laughter. Loveu

[@5065ca]

pro : on the field Tom throws the ball . con: in jail he'll be catching. 😔

[@ChannelOfDiscord]

"It's like one of your buddies going to jail." So, Edelman's feeling deflated again ... however Brady says he looks forward to playing receiver for a bit. (4 years later)

[@yokenspokes]

Jerry, I have gotten your "late night writing " course and I freaking love it!!!! Man this has open my eyes up.... I'm having a ball. I can listen to this in my car or with earphones . Thank you so much for putting the course together !! I enjoy writing now more then ever!!! Thank you !!,!

[@josephbarclayross6216]

Jerry, your mom here is really getting on my nerves.

[@markrogers6702]

Thank you so much for this. I'm a workshopper who hasn't open mic'ed yet. My issue is organizing my writing and this really helps.

[@605gbird]

Mark Rogers did you open mic yet?

[@markrogers6702]

@@605gbird No, life got in the way. I'm looking to start this year. Two months tops.

[@605gbird]

Mark Rogers You can do it! It'll be fun!

[@markrogers6702]

@@605gbird Thanks! I really want to but I've got to sort out my issues with the VA right now. I'm so grateful when working comics give us newbies encouragement. It really means a lot.

[@josephhernandez3067]

How did you learn this?

[@zhaus3298]

Tom Brady's suspension is a lot like a friend going to Jail...you see him on the 6 0'clock news, and you think what an idiot (Meh, I tried)

[@hairbiopi1240]

Brother Hamish lmfao

[@ShutUpFootball]

In football, the ball carrier is called the running back. In jail, it's called your mouth. ...Okay, dirtier than I mean to be but thanks for making this video! Very informative. Great stuff.

[@naterusscomedy]

Good stuff Jerry. Just discovered you yesterday on the hot breath podcast. Watched a few of your videos and it’s got me motivated to write new jokes.

[@CraigGilman]

Helpful but as I'm not really knowledgeable about your post colonial hand egg game.. a bit like Rugby in body armour. I was a bit lost. The technique was useful. But the reference went way over my head

[@TheLoneComic]

Always learn powerful and useful things to apply to my comedy build from your offerings, Jerry.

[@artyedmond8972]

This was incredibly helpful. I'm not much of a comedian/writing yet, but I've been working on it. Thank you for sharing

[@dannycomedy1]

Jerry, you're the man. I'm a better comedian and writer because of your videos. I like that you explain different ways to get ideas/punchlines. Thanks!

[@davidemiable]

thank you so much. This is so well explained.

[@deborahklein7777]

Excellent...how do I pitch my jokes

[@josephbarclayross6216]

Anal rape is a really cheap way to get laughs ... in football.

[@SirBamBam404]

Lol oh wow you killed it on the jokes

[@YouN00bTV]

super helpful. i appreciate the insight.

[@BrandonCarr23]

Your content is top quality. Thank you, Jerry.

[@tonysmilemusic7714]

2:00 events cliches people place things

[@rounak.rsakhare5946]

thanks for the great video.

[@krissythewhimsy]

Thanks Jerry!! Amazing breakdown

[@JerryCorley]

Thank you Krissy!

[@Blueodonata]

Thanks Jerry.

[@PROTOPROTOMMXXIV]

thanks jerry

[@guicosta5829]

You are a legend of hard work, Jerry. Bought your book and I'm loving it. Comedy is much more clear to me, now. And I'm starting to enjoy it so much more!

[@mdougf]

Great stuff!

[@DhavalDatarcomedian]

hey I watched your videos and they really helpful.. so I have a show in different city and some of my joke are local to my home town so how can I work them in another city. I want to do them because they give a really good response .. :) please help. thank you

[@josephhernandez3067]

Nice video

[@cameronharris5884]

Thank you very much fir sharing! I started doing stand up comedy about a year ago, and now I'm diving into the world of comedy writing to tv.This video was very helpful.

[@theguyfromberlin]

This is just brillant Jerry. Thanks. Will get the DNA book soon.

[@shawnsmith1865]

This video is LOADED with helpful tips and info. Thanks.!!

[@andyllocomotive3253]

I'm only 15 but I was wondering how do I get into writing comedy once my high school years are over? Like where do I start?

[@Eyelewzz]

Thanks for all the info I'm going for my first open mic later this week

[@alghanekar313]

I love your videos. You walk the walk. I have learned a lot and continue to learn about joke construction.

[@violenceisfun991]

There's way more tattoos... In the NFL

[@robertrodriguez5553]

Incredible, and vital information for the starting or toying with the idea of becoming a comedian

[@MegaKarume]

That's cool stuff well explained. Thank you Jerry.

[@felicity4711]

Football = pros, jail = cons!

[@poptawt9]

Wow these jokes are incredibly racist!

[@freddieevans7876]

great example for a comic who needs advice

[@Chris-bc4hb]

Amazing! I wish I found this a long time ago!

[@ChrisTurnerLand]

The Fallon pros con stuff was great!

you're a bad ass JC! thx man

[@boodro2122]

Very smart. I like it.

[@Opochtli]

Loved it!

[@squirrelattackspidy]

That was amazing.

[@angelodcollazo]

That was amazing!

[@boodro2122]

So technical, so methodical and scientific. You've got this broken down into a science. I'm just starting out and I operate differently, but no doubt you've nailed down the formula. My next open mic is April, 3rd 2019. It'll be my second. I'm still trying to become comfortable onstage. It's coming to me quickly. So many variables, but I am an enthusiast. I will pursue this harder with every fiber in my being. Right now, my local comedy club is 5 to 7 mins on stage. And after my next act you'll understand my perception of it! :-) I'm having a lot of fun at this point and just currently delving into your videos, but they are certainly helpful. Much love from Kansas. Hope to see you later on down the track!