tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post4383744736823923913..comments2023-11-03T06:15:28.583-07:00Comments on Zen of Funny: A Pretty Good Anxiety Attackjoe klocekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16829163934517012427noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-17672328614871450922013-04-29T18:20:47.780-07:002013-04-29T18:20:47.780-07:00I have read so many articles or reviews regarding ...I have read so many articles or reviews regarding the blogger lovers but this piece of writing is really a good paragraph, keep it up.<br /><br /><br /><br />my web site: <a href="http://gto120dlaocm402mfos02.com" rel="nofollow">Juliette Frankland</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-15939839185216920842008-06-18T18:13:00.000-07:002008-06-18T18:13:00.000-07:00Joe, I don't know much about anything (and don't...Joe, <BR/> I don't know much about anything (and don't pretend to) but I would like to say a few things. <BR/> As far as age, I really don't think it is a factor in one's success. If you were trying to be a pro athlete, maybe you should be a little more concerned. As a comic, even though it can be frustrating sometimes, I believe "it" can happen for anyone with the skills...and you definitely have the skills. I don't know the exact details, but I believe Lewis Black didn't really "hit it big" until he was almost fifty (that's somehow supposed to make you feel better). I find you ten thousand times funnier than him...I find you funnier than just about anybody.<BR/> Also, I think it would be criminal to give up on your dream. That's awful easy for me to say, seeing as how I don't have to pay your bills or anything, but I do have a little experience with that one. I went to college with two other guys and we all wanted to be sports writers. Over the years, they gave up on low paying jobs to pursue more money. Now, I still don't make a killing but I live a comfortable life doing what I love and have always wanted to do. Everytime I talk to them, which is often, they express how much they regret giving up the dream. They both make quite a bit more salary than me, but I wake up every afternoon (that's right, afternoon) with the chance to do something I love. I find it far more admirable to pursue your passion than to "sell out" for the sake of comfort. Plus, your funny as hell and I'd be pissed if I couldn't see any more of your shows.<BR/> <BR/>Later!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-12941405156900934482008-06-14T09:10:00.000-07:002008-06-14T09:10:00.000-07:00Hey! I'M 51, almost 52. You make it sound so old! ...Hey! I'M 51, almost 52. You make it sound so old! Stop that!<BR/>You are just at the brink of your career. It's happening now, so enjoy it! Making people laugh is a gift. Finding humor in the daily details of life is an amazing thing to be able to do. I'm so grateful to those of you who are out there doing that. You keep the rest of us sane. See where you are at this time next year, and try out again if you'd like...I'll bet that it was a super close vote!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02002813927742096143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-55677846700743417092008-06-14T09:08:00.000-07:002008-06-14T09:08:00.000-07:00Hey! I'M 51, almost 52. You make it sound so old! ...Hey! I'M 51, almost 52. You make it sound so old! Stop that!<BR/>You are just at the brink of your career. It's happening now, so enjoy it! Making people laugh is a gift. Finding humor in the daily details of life is an amazing thing to be able to do. I'm so grateful to those of you who are out there doing that. You keep the rest of us sane. See where you are at this time next year, and try out again if you'd like...I'll bet that it was a super close vote!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02002813927742096143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-29044346479437292422008-06-11T21:35:00.000-07:002008-06-11T21:35:00.000-07:00Well, hon, let me tellya. We're on two different ...Well, hon, let me tellya. We're on two different sides of the same coin. We're about the same age and we both have pretty lofty aspirations; the only difference is you're making steps toward your dream, going for broke and taking a risk. Here I am in a nice comfortable home, contemplating yet another job that will waste my talent away in the humdrum of the ordinary, too afraid to risk it all to really make it happen.<BR/><BR/>See, I'm a writer, a screenwriter specifically. That's been my dream since I was 14 years old. Over time I've danced up to and alternately run away from the dream of being successful at what I believe is a God given talent. <BR/><BR/>I chose to raise a family and I have two phenomenal sons I wouldn't trade for the world. But when I see my friends, who took off for LA when they were 18, doing what I only dream to do I just wonder what opportunities I may have missed.<BR/><BR/>Did it have to be an either/or?<BR/><BR/>Maybe it has something to do with the age. Staring down the barrel of 40 life takes on new perspective. It feels like you have to act NOW. <BR/><BR/>But NOW can feel like too late.<BR/><BR/>Being a woman, especially a woman nearing 40, the opportunities are clearly diminishing. Meanwhile I keep dipping my toe in the water, waiting for that moment when the water will be warm enough to jump in.<BR/><BR/>Maybe it never will be. Maybe that's the point. <BR/><BR/>I truly believe you are talented enough to be discovered and reach that level of success you seek. I have never watched the LCS auditions then promptly went to find out more about a contestant that didn't advance. <BR/><BR/>The only reason that I can see you didn't advance was because of the taste (?) of the judges. I believe other people would have put you through. Try again next year. Never give up. <BR/><BR/>You've got it, kid. And you are, even though it doesn't feel like it, living the dream as long as you can pay your bills doing what you love.<BR/><BR/>I envy you.<BR/><BR/>Big hugs.<BR/>GinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-7473576922999416532008-06-11T16:32:00.000-07:002008-06-11T16:32:00.000-07:00Joe, Michael Banks here. So I watched a couple of...Joe, Michael Banks here. So I watched a couple of the clips you have posted on your site, man you really busted me up. Some good stuff. Also, if I may, don't sweat the 40 thing, I just hope I look as good as you when I get to be your age.<BR/><BR/>MSBMSBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10350715133951635952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-8824168799828327682008-06-11T09:34:00.000-07:002008-06-11T09:34:00.000-07:00Thanks everyone. It's pretty selfish to get upset ...Thanks everyone. It's pretty selfish to get upset when things are pretty good. But thanks=)joe klocekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16829163934517012427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-28237330191740295012008-06-11T08:40:00.000-07:002008-06-11T08:40:00.000-07:00Wow. That indeed was a doozy. Just like all thos...Wow. That indeed was a doozy. Just like all those people you noticed on their way to their regular jobs aren't alone in their defeat, neither are you alone in this feeling of more or less not selling your dreams in favor of security. Speaking of great lines from movies, this reminds me of two. In Fight Club, Tyler Durden says "It's only when you've lost everything that you're free to do anything." And in one of my personal favorites Living Out Loud (a chick flick that you probably haven't seen but I recommend nonetheless), the main character Judith, after having her life blow up in her face, wisely realizes "What's so important about being comfortable and feeling safe?" Bold words yes, but people who live by them....I don't know, they really ARE free, aren't they? <BR/><BR/>No such thing as a perfect life unfortunately. Even if all your dreams came true, there would stil be something missing and leaving you unsatisfied. The human condition sucks. So just stay true to yourself, ride the waves that doing that will throw at you, and hang in there. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-69013624397598393682008-06-11T00:16:00.001-07:002008-06-11T00:16:00.001-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13270268414555519232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-16395817828192842622008-06-11T00:16:00.000-07:002008-06-11T00:16:00.000-07:00For what it's worth, Joe, most people wouldn't kno...For what it's worth, Joe, most people wouldn't know good comedy if it punched them in the face. Additionally, FWIW (admittedly, not much I suppose), I think you're a genius. I don't want to sound elitist, but I guess I will when I say, most people never get past the mainstream stuff you mentioned in this post:<BR/>http://zenoffunny.blogspot.com/2006/08/comedy-lines.html<BR/><BR/>I know it'd be better if everyone thought you were brilliant, but again, FWIW, your fans think you're a genius. Not that you need validation, but it can't hurt, right?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13270268414555519232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-44779457374095757282008-06-10T23:09:00.000-07:002008-06-10T23:09:00.000-07:00Hey Joe,Just saw your bit on Last Comic Standing.Y...Hey Joe,<BR/><BR/>Just saw your bit on Last Comic Standing.<BR/><BR/>You made me laugh harder than any other comic from this season. <BR/><BR/>I'm bummed right along with you, but I hope you keep doing what you love. Sometimes it takes a while for the big entertainment machine to catch up with someone who is immensely talented. Don't give up hope!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-21148805666918487382008-06-10T17:43:00.000-07:002008-06-10T17:43:00.000-07:00I've never had an anxiety attack, but have had fri...I've never had an anxiety attack, but have had friends who got them... and I know that they're not fun. You do a good job describing it... and it sounds awful! <BR/><BR/>I don't know... maybe it's because I'm almost 40 myself, but I really don't think 40 is that old. Come on, 40's the new 30!!! :D<BR/><BR/>And for that matter... 50's the new 40... <BR/><BR/>Besides, I think it's going to happen for you! You've got great talent! And, you're getting great exposure.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6413429.post-31503534627132191812008-06-10T17:20:00.000-07:002008-06-10T17:20:00.000-07:00Eat a Little Caesar's Hot N Ready pepperoni pizza....Eat a Little Caesar's Hot N Ready pepperoni pizza. Always seems to calm me. It's damn tasty and, at $5.42 with tax, much, much cheaper than Xanax.Deanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01675949045583477351noreply@blogger.com