Podcast

The Funny Muscle Podcast

Author: Mike Lukas and Chris Stiffler
Feed episode count: 69
Official site: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com
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Summary

Guided by the belief that anyone can learn to become funnier once they understand what to practice, the Funny Muscle Podcast aims to break down how pro comics get their best laughs. Comedian turned author Mike Lukas and cohost Chris Stiffler, an economics professor and open mic-er, use the game plan and concepts outlined in the Funny Muscle Book series to give listeners a better idea of how original (and funny) jokes are crafted.

Episodes

Jul 2, 2026 · not_requested

Be Likable Then They'll Laugh with Michael Palascak

Duration seconds: 3568
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/be-likable-then-theyll-laugh-with-michael-palascak/

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Jun 15, 2026 · not_requested

A Post-Bomb Recovery Plan

Duration seconds: 3142
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/a-post-bomb-recovery-plan/

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May 28, 2026 · not_requested

So You Want to be a Comedy Club Host?

Duration seconds: 2739
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/so-you-want-to-be-a-comedy-club-host/

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May 21, 2026 · not_requested

We Serve Only Bait and Switch

Duration seconds: 2629
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/we-serve-only-bait-and-switch/

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May 14, 2026 · not_requested

Blue Printing One Comic's Multiple Humor Heightening Devices

Duration seconds: 2935
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/blue-printing-one-comics-multiple-humor-heightening-devices/

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May 11, 2026 · not_requested

Comedy Coaching and Bit Blueprinting

Duration seconds: 2795
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/comedy-coaching-and-bit-blueprinting/

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Apr 30, 2026 · not_requested

Producing a Comedy Special with Michael Pasvar

Duration seconds: 4177
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/producing-a-comedy-special-with-michael-pasvar/

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

Humor Blueprint Homework

Duration seconds: 3639
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/humor-blueprint-homework/

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Apr 1, 2026 · not_requested

Misdirection (Improving Your Set-Ups)

Duration seconds: 3082
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/misdirection-improving-your-set-ups/

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Mar 23, 2026 · not_requested

Traditional Stand-up vs Straight Act Out Comedy

Duration seconds: 2830
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/traditional-stand-up-vs-straight-act-out-comedy/

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Feb 26, 2026 · not_requested

Enhance Your Bits with Emotion (How the Pros Do It)

Duration seconds: 2103
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/enhance-your-bits-with-emotion-how-the-pros-do-it/

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Feb 11, 2026 · not_requested

Diagramming Humor Heightening Devices

Duration seconds: 2333
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/diagramming-humor-heightening-devices/

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Jan 4, 2026 · not_requested

The Road to Headlining with CAIN

Duration seconds: 2942
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/the-road-to-headlining-with-cain/

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Dec 10, 2025 · not_requested

What Comics can Borrow from Improv with Brittany Taylor

Duration seconds: 3943
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/what-comics-can-borrow-from-improv-with-brittany-taylor/

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Nov 18, 2025 · not_requested

Moving the Pen with Sean O’Brien

Duration seconds: 4576
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/moving-the-pen-with-sean-o-brien/

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Nov 5, 2025 · not_requested

Crowd Work with Michael Halcomb

Duration seconds: 3652
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/crowd-work-with-michael-halcomb/

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Oct 30, 2025 · not_requested

Two Hours of Funny, Every. Single. Day. With Pete Schwaba

Duration seconds: 2676
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/two-hours-of-funny-every-single-day-with-pete-schwaba/

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Oct 21, 2025 · not_requested

How Comics Think While You Laugh (Inside the Comic's Brain)

Duration seconds: 1889
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/how-comics-think-while-you-laugh-inside-the-comics-brain/

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Sep 19, 2025 · not_requested

What Makes an ‘Unlikely Scenario’ Funny? (And Why Comics Love It)

Duration seconds: 2689
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/what-makes-an-unlikely-scenario-funny-and-why-comics-love-it/

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Sep 12, 2025 · not_requested

Comic Timing with Tim Alexander

Duration seconds: 3124
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/comic-timing-with-tim-alexander/

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Aug 27, 2025 · not_requested

Hook, Line, and Punchline: The Science of Bait and Switch

Duration seconds: 2252
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/hook-line-and-punchline-the-science-of-bait-and-switch/

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Aug 11, 2025 · not_requested

Hacking a Small Crowd

Duration seconds: 1640
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/hacking-a-small-crowd/

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Jul 31, 2025 · not_requested

The "Excellent Choice" Effect: Stand-up Techniques for Public Speaking

Duration seconds: 2176
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/the-excellent-choice-effect-stand-up-techniques-for-public-speaking/

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Jun 14, 2025 · not_requested

Feel Something, Say Something: Turning Topics Into Premises Using Emotions

Duration seconds: 2624
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/feel-something-say-something-turning-topics-into-premises-using-emotions/

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May 6, 2025 · not_requested

Hour A Day to Write Comedy? 12 Comics' Advice (part 2)

Duration seconds: 1590
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/hour-a-day-to-write-comedy-12-comics-advice-part-2/

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Apr 14, 2025 · not_requested

Work to the Top of Your Intelligence with Jimmy Shubert

Duration seconds: 3915
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/work-to-the-top-of-your-intelligence-with-jimmy-shubert/

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Mar 26, 2025 · not_requested

The Business Side of Stand-Up

Duration seconds: 2737
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/the-business-side-of-stand-up/

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Mar 13, 2025 · not_requested

Marketing Your Comedy Brand with David Uribe

Duration seconds: 2726
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/marketing-your-comedy-brand-with-david-uribe/

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Mar 4, 2025 · not_requested

Comedy Competitions with Kenny Lee

Duration seconds: 3151
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/comedy-competitions-with-kenny-lee/

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Feb 26, 2025 · not_requested

Not Giving Up on a Bit with CAIN

Duration seconds: 3166
Source: https://TheFunnyMuclePodcast.podbean.com/e/not-giving-up-on-a-bit-with-cain/

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