Embracing Humour and Preparing for Standup: The Journey to Episode 200

Summary

Host John Ball is excited about the upcoming 200th episode, which will feature an interview with Chris Marr. He also gives an update about his recent solo venture, which was inspired by a previous episode with Judy Carter.

John discusses the importance of humour in presentations and his leap into stand-up comedy, including a planned open mic night performance.

The episode touches on techniques for incorporating humor, personal storytelling, and the role of comedy in building trust and engagement with audiences. John also reflects on the podcast's evolution and invites listener participation.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Schedule Update

00:20 Inspiration from Judy Carter

01:51 Preparing for Standup Comedy

04:58 Comedy Techniques and Observations

07:44 The Power of Humor in Presentations

12:42 Podcast Journey and Future Plans

16:32 Conclusion and Upcoming Episode

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