Mohr Stories 544: Michael McKean

Jay Mohr
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Chapters & Sections (112)

00:00 The Art of Writing for Comedians chapter 3
00:00 Humor and Storytelling in Comedy
00:38 Bob Hope's Comedy Writing Process and Challenges
01:09 Breaking into Comedy Writing Career
01:47 The Overrated Legacy of Bob Hope chapter 3
01:47 The Overrated Legacy of Bob Hope
02:16 Bob Hope Movies and Comedy Writing
03:21 The Art of Attributing Jokes to Others
03:54 Comedy Writing Process and Industry Challenges chapter 3
03:54 Comedy Writing Process in Television
04:35 Comedian's Humiliation of Writers in Monologue Competition
04:56 Challenges of Writing and Presenting SNL Sketches
05:25 Overcoming Panic Attacks with Humor and Support chapter
06:59 Overcoming Career Uncertainty and Finding Support chapter 3
06:59 Breaking into a High-Pressure Acting Career
07:32 Overcoming Mental Health Struggles with Kindness
07:57 Comparing Joe Rogan to Elron Hubbard
08:47 Experiences with Vaccination and Medical Testing chapter
10:02 Circulation and Body Temperature Discussion chapter 2
10:02 Circulation and Body Temperature Discussion
11:18 Parody of Parenting and Motivational Speakers
12:03 Comedy Sketch Memories and Improvisation chapter
14:14 Early Experiences in Show Business and Satire chapter 2
14:14 Early Days in Show Business Career
15:13 Experiences with Counterculture in the 1960s
15:55 Spinal Tap's European Tour and Substance Use chapter 1
15:55 Spinal Tap's European Tour and Substance Use
17:51 Rewriting and Improvising in Comedy Writing chapter 2
17:51 Collaboration and Creative Decision Making Challenges
18:58 Rewriting Old Comedy Sketches and Gags
19:19 Collaboration and Sketch Writing Process chapter 5
19:19 Collaboration and Creative Decision Making Process
20:18 Casting and Improvisation in Comedy Sketches
20:52 Impersonating TV Personalities on Set
21:16 Signs of Aging and Maturity
21:54 The Art of Living Life as a Movie
22:30 Comedians Discuss a Fellow Comedian's Career chapter
23:47 David Mamet's Personal and Professional Experiences chapter 3
23:47 Working on the Film Glengarry Glen Ross
24:31 Gift of Donald Trump as Hitler Mural
24:55 Saturday Night Live Sketch Memories and Favorites
25:24 Theatre Experience and Play Production chapter
26:58 The Making of a Broadway Play chapter 2
26:58 Film Production and Budget Decisions
27:22 The Challenges of Broadway Theater Productions
28:44 The Challenges of Performing in Broadway Shows chapter 5
28:44 Challenging Physical Demands of Live Theater
29:16 Career Advancement in New York City
29:43 Improvisation in Film Acting Techniques
30:17 Collaborative Improvisation in Comedy Performances
30:48 Memorizing Lines in Written Dialogue
31:15 Acting Experiences and Character Identification chapter 2
31:15 Portraying Doormat Characters in Film and Theater
32:12 Blurring Boundaries Between Stage and Real Life
33:12 Marriage and Acting Career Reflections chapter
34:49 Working on the Set of Airheads chapter 1
34:49 Working on the Airheads Film Set
36:22 Joe Montana's Humorous and Heartwarming Stories chapter 2
36:22 Working with Unconventional Actors and Directors
37:09 Joe Montana's Humorous and Heartwarming Anecdotes
38:17 Bloopers and Pranks on Film Sets chapter 3
38:17 Bloopers and Pranks on Film Sets
38:59 Childhood Memories of Watching VHS Tapes
39:34 Fitness Recovery with Lucy Breakers
40:17 Audition Process for Broadway Productions chapter
41:52 Comedians Share Unflattering Impressions of Colleagues chapter
43:23 Criticism of Politicians and War Crimes chapter 2
43:23 Celebrity Encounters and Insults in Public
43:59 Criticism of War and Government Leaders
44:51 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Creative Careers chapter
46:23 Casting and Collaboration on a Production chapter 2
46:23 Casting Process and Collaboration with Actors
47:14 Challenging Shakespearean Dialogue and Performance
48:27 Acting in Shakespearean Productions chapter
50:00 Challenges of Adapting Shakespearean Plays chapter 4
50:00 Theatre Productions and Shakespeare Festival Experiences
50:45 Challenges in Editing Historical Play Editions
51:12 Most Expensive Autographs in History
51:56 Signing the Declaration of Independence
52:19 Comedy Albums and American History chapter 2
52:19 Comedy Albums and Historical Significance
53:19 Legendary Rock Concert Experiences at Fillmore East
54:24 Concert Experiences and Unforgettable Performances chapter 2
54:24 Concert Disasters and Unforgettable Stage Moments
55:11 Miracle Child's Resilience and Survival Story
55:38 Disillusionment with Concerts and Music Industry chapter 1
55:38 Disillusionment with Concerts and Music Industry
57:09 Favorite SNL Sketches and Comedy Memories chapter 2
57:09 Favorite SNL Sketches and Comedy Memories
58:00 Remaking Classic Literature and Personal Experiences
58:47 Comedy Sketch Writing and Performance Techniques chapter
01:00:56 Comedy Sketches and Memories of Old SNL chapter 2
01:00:56 Impersonations of Famous People and Characters
01:01:20 Comedy and Show Business in the 80s
01:02:07 Comedy Sketches and Pitching Show Ideas chapter
01:03:50 Pitching Ideas for a TV Show chapter 2
01:03:50 Pitching Ideas for a Comedy Project
01:04:48 Early Days of Comedy and Television
01:05:32 The Art of Pitching Comedy Sketches Effectively chapter
01:07:20 Creating Humorous Sketches and Satire chapter 2
01:07:20 Writing and Performing Abusive Comedy Sketches
01:08:07 Spinal Tap Reunion and New Album Release
01:08:54 The State of Music Industry and Concerts chapter 2
01:08:54 The Music Industry and Creative Burnout
01:09:46 Improvisation in Comedy Film Making Techniques
01:10:54 Acting in Improvisational Scenes and Storytelling chapter 6
01:10:54 Acting Techniques in Film and Theater
01:12:19 Behind the Scenes of a Comedy Film Production
01:13:19 Favorite Movie Breeds and Dog Show Culture
01:13:45 Violent Tantrums on Film and TV Sets
01:14:23 Covering Up Accidents in Hollywood
01:14:44 Comedy and Humor in Early Career

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