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#80 - How to Write Meaningful Comedy: "We've Been Here the Whole Time!" | Joey Clift
Joey Clift is a Los Angeles-based, Peabody and 2x Emmy Award-nominated comedian, writer, director, producer and enrolled member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe. He is the author of the new book: "We've Been Here the Whole Time! A Not So Sacred Guide to All Things Native America".
IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:
• The creative evolution that became "We've Been Here the Whole Time!".
• Balancing humor with serious subjects.
• Meaningful comedy vs absurd comedy (and why both work).
• And the DIY reality of launching and promoting his first book.
RESOURCES:
• Joey Clift's Book
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