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Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros)

Hot Breath! Media

Every Monday listeners get exclusive access to the most influential minds in comedy. Award winning comedian and host Joel Byars captures the inspiring stories and insightful techniques behind your favorite comics with interviews NPR describes as "discovering the desire to be a comedian, their craft and their unifying bond found within the world of stand up comedy."

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26:37

October Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein - How to Turn...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/10/27

Our October Clean Comedy Contest winner Sandy Bernstein joins us to share How to Turn Dirty Jokes Clean, New Comic Writing Tips, Conquering Stage Fright + MORE.More info about Sandy Here: https://www.sandybernsteincomedy.com/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and workshops here:

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00:56

Toronto Comics Listen to This!

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/10/24

I'm heading your way the first weekend of December and want to meet! Let's do some shows and hang out. Email or DM Me on IG:Byars.Joel@gmail.comhttps://www.instagram.com/joelbyarscomedy/

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57:25

Caitlin Peluffo - Viral Social Media Tips, Crowd Work...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/10/20

Caitlin Peluffo tells Joel Byars how she went from grinding 30+ open mics a week to crushing at the Comedy Cellar—while keeping her act protected in a clip-drunk world. She breaks down actionable goal-setting (not dream credits), balancing clean vs. dirty, why she won’t chase crowd-work virality, and the habits (structure, therapy, sobriety, gym) that keep the funny sharp. Plus: the whiskey-throw heckler story, her three-strike rule, and the meet-and-greet tactic she learned touring with Fortune

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05:04

Hot Breath! is Changing (again)

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/10/13

Here's a quick update on what to expect from Hot Breath! moving forward. Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodDM me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joelbyarscomedy/Email me here: Byars.Joel@gmail.com

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27:58

Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write Better Jokes...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/10/05

Bob Kirk returns with his second contest win in a row to help comics write better jokes faster. Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodGet Jerry Corley's book here: https://comedyclinic.samcart.com/referral/CTqBjMqN/ZBD41W0ekdY1mdCkMore info about Bob Here: YouTube: Bob Kirk Comedyhttps://www.youtube.com/@BobKirkComedy/shortsTikTok: @bobkirkcomedyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bobkirkcomedyFacebook: Bob Kirk Comedyhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Bob-Kirk-Comedy/100081179486384/Instagram:

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30:05

KevOnStage - How to Make Money on Social Media and...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/09/29

KevOnStage gets radically honest about staying relevant, balancing family with the road, and the content strategy that turned him into a household name. We dive into why Sinbad belongs on more “GOAT” lists, how today’s algorithm rewards volume and variety, and why building community (not just views) is the real moat. Plus: the mindset behind his new book Successful Failure and the math behind posting ~7,000 pieces of content a year.Get Kev's book here: https://amzn.to/48CzwOTJoin our Patreon:

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34:07

#066 - Jimmy Kimmel Getting Cancelled, Nate Bargatze...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/09/22

Hot Breath! is back with some hot topics heating up the comedy world. Jimmy Kimmel gets fired after his Charlie Kirk and Donald Trump jokes goes viralNate Bargatze gets roasted by the media for "bombing" at the EmmysKam Patterson books SNL all from Kill TonyListen and learn from comics talking comedy.If you'd like to support the show, join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpod

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01:04:59

Comedian Akintunde - The Big Business of Content, How...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/09/18

My OG comedy mentor Akintunde joins the Hot Breathiverse to share his 30+ years of comedy experience. We dive deep on the business of comedy and how to monetize your funny TODAY.One of my favorite quotes is "every piece of content is digital real estate you can monetize." This episode will change your approach to the comedy business and help you get paid faster. Join his contest here: searchfortheone.comhttps://joke-farm.com/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodTip Joel here: Venmo:

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23:39

Contest Winner Bob Kirk - How to Write More Jokes...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/09/08

This month's contest winner Bob Kirk joins us to share how he wrote a killer 60 second set in just two weeks. Join our contest on Patreon here: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodYouTube: Bob Kirk Comedyhttps://www.youtube.com/@BobKirkComedy/shortsTikTok: @bobkirkcomedyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bobkirkcomedyFacebook: Bob Kirk Comedyhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Bob-Kirk-Comedy/100081179486384/Instagram: @bobkirk.comedyhttps://www.instagram.com/bobkirk.comedy/Get Jerry Corley's book:

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01:00:49

#065 - Marc Maron vs. Joe Rogan, How to Read a Room,...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/08/25

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodSend us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/HotBreathPodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and

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41:05

#064 - The Best PA Speakers, Producing Your Own Show...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/08/18

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodSend us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/HotBreathPodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and

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49:17

#063 - Dusty Slay's Netflix Special Review, Why You...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/08/11

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodSend us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/HotBreathPodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and

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48:21

#062 - How to Book More Gigs, Networking Tips,...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/08/04

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodSend us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/HotBreathPodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and

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30:47

Sandy Bernstein - July Clean Comedy Contest Winner

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/07/28

July Clean Comedy Contest Winner Sandy Bernstein joins us to share her journey from being a primarily dirty comic to learning the skill of clean comedy and now booking more gigs than ever. Join next month's contest here: http://cleancomedycontest.com/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodGet the clean comedy workshop here: https://joelbyarscomedy.gumroad.com/l/cleancomedyworkshopJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here:

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35:00

#061 - Why Your Jokes Aren't Working, Colbert Getting...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/07/21

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodMessage us your questions here: https://www.speakpipe.com/HotBreathPodNate Jackson podcast: https://www.theringer.com/podcasts/larry-wilmore-black-on-the-air/2025/07/14/nate-jackson-on-nate-jackson-super-funnyJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here:

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41:42

#060 - Bouncing Back from a Bomb, Show Production...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/07/14

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodGet tickets to our Sandy Springs show here: https://www.sandyspringspac.com/events/detail/funny-fridays-with-joel-byars-1Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here:

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01:29

This Week's Hot Breath! Update

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/06/30

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodChris Shull interview: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/4bb9c2a5-c4f1-40cf-ab11-28549061b5ef/Join next month's contest here: http://cleancomedycontest.com/Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our

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23:50

Teacher Turned Comedian June Contest Winner Chris Shull

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/06/29

We're back with this month's Clean Comedy Contest winner Chris Shull!Join next month's contest here: http://cleancomedycontest.com/Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and workshops here: https://hotbreathmedia.com

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38:41

#059 - How to Get Booked More, How Social Media...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/06/23

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and workshops here: https://hotbreathmedia.com

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46:39

#058 - Riffing on Stage vs. Word for Word, Should...

Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros) ·

2025/06/17

We're back with another Hot Breath! answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content!Join our Patreon: http://patreon.com/hotbreathpodJoin our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedyNetwork/Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vipSubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/hotbreathpod?sub_confirmation=1Check out our classes and workshops here: https://hotbreathmedia.com

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