Messed-Up To Set-Ups - A MichaelHalcomb.Live Podcast

In episode #52 of the “Messed Up the Setups” podcast, I chat with Weird-Al-Inspired comedian, Daniel Quintero (aka Arriba Dude). We dive into the unique challenges of performing in various venues ,fr…

It’s episode #51 y’all! Join me, comedian Michael Halcomb, and comedian/roast battler Mike Byrd, as we turn up the heat in a lively roasting session on the “Messed Up the Setups” podcast. Watch as we…

It’s Episode #50 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast! How sick is that?!?! 50 episodes and they’re all FREE! And, for this milestone, we’ve got a killer episode. Join me as I sit down with Mike Byrd,…

It’s Episode #49 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast, which means we’re only 1 episode away from #50! That’s sick!!! Make sure you’re subscribed! For now, join me as I sit down with Karina Fabian, a …

It’s Episode #48 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast. Join me, comedian Michael Halcomb, as I sit down with Karina Fabian, a comedian, author, and speaker, for a lively conversation about balancing c…

It’s Episode 47 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast! Here comedians Michael Halcomb and Jerry Morrison dive into an impromptu joke-writing session. Watch as they challenge each other with spontaneous…

In the 46th episode of the Messed-Up to Set-Ups podcast, comedians Michael Halcomb and Jerry Morrison enjoy some great laughs while they dive into the nuances of comedy styles. Jerry, an actual rock …

In Episode #43 of the “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast, I talk with comedian Chrysalis Goring about the dynamic world of improv and the benefits of it for stand-up comedians. Also, Chrysalis shares her…

Hi Friends, I’m stoked to share Episode #43 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast with you. In this episode I continue my chat with Indiana-based comedian Hayden Yes. Episode 1 is causing quite a stir …

In the last day-and-a-half, I’ve spent nearly 11 hours on the road. I gave a lecture at a conference in Louisville, Ky, but also did stand-up at the conference. I crushed. So, all the travel has me a…

Episode #41 has arrived! THIS…is the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast and, in this episode, I continue my chat with Tennessee-based comedian, Garrett McDonald. We kick things off with Garrett bringing an…

Friends, Episode #40 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups podcast is now live! In this episode, I chat with Tennessee-based comedian, Garrett McDonald. We discuss the importance of writing daily, finding your…

Hiya, Friends! I’m back with Episode #39 of the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast. This is Part 2 of my interview with Indiana native and comedian, Amanda Hacker. In this episode, Amanda brings a joke abo…

It’s been a minute, but I’ve finally got a new episode up for the Messed-Up To Set-Ups Podcast. That’s right, episode #38 is live. This is Part 1 of my interview with comedian, Amanda Hacker, who is …

I’ve been a bit too busy to post this past week, but I’m pleased to finally share Episode #37 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast. This episode is Part 5 in a short, 5-part, mini course. In it, I s…

Here we go! Episode #36 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast is now live. This episode is Part 4 in a short, 5-part, mini course. In it, I share a simple map for writing your first joke and place em…

Episode #35 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast is up. This episode is Part 3 in a short, 5-part, mini course. In it, I share a simple map for writing your first joke and encourage you to steal jok…

Let’s go! Episode #34 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast is live. This episode is Part 2 in a short, 5-part, mini course. In it, I share a simple map for writing your first joke. It’s a short, eas…

Episode 33 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast is live. This episode starts up a short 5-part mini course, a tutorial if you will, on how to write your first joke. I share another step-by-step meth…

I’m back! And I’m back with Episode 32 of the “Messed-Up To Set-Ups” podcast. This episode is one of my favorites. I share my step-by-step method for writing story-jokes. And let me tell you, it’s ea…