Show Notes
An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to Andy Huggins, a veteran stand-up comedian and "King of One-Liners". A beloved figure in the comedy world for over 45 years, he gained national recognition on Season 13 of America's Got Talent (AGT), where he surprised judges by revealing he started his career alongside Howie Mandel decades ago. Huggins' timeless humor and unique perspective on aging have made his performances with Don't Tell Comedy go viral, captivating millions across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. A genuine Houston comedy icon, Huggins was one of the original Texas Outlaw Comics in the 1980s, alongside legends like Bill Hicks and Sam Kinison. He is known for his deadpan delivery and sharp, relatable jokes about daily life, naps, and growing older, proving that laughter truly is a timeless art form. Huggins recently released his first full-length special at age 73, available for streaming on platforms like Apple TV and Prime Video. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[00:41]] How has Don’t tell comedy helped me? [[02:35]] [[06:49]] What do I need to perform my best? [[13:09 ]] [[13:09]] Do I believe in cancel culture and is comedy in good shape?[[17:31]] [[18:07]] Get so good they can’t reject you and why I don’t do cruises. [[27:40]] [[27:40]] How financial freedom get rids of crap gigs, the relationship between being a performer and how being a single man helps him. [[33:56]] If you would like to know more on Andy, you can go to his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/andyhuggins. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU,Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E and you can support the pod on:https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #standupcomedian #donttellcomedy #americasgottalent
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