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Time We Discuss: Career as a Comedian / Comic with Meredith Dietz

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In this segment of Time We Discuss Meredith, a stand-up comedian, discusses various aspects and insights into her experiences as a comedian. This includes the challenges of balancing comedy with a day job, the diverse range of performance opportunities in New York, the importance of the online component in comedy, and the differences between online and live performances. They also touch on topics like heckling, the importance of being in a major city for comedy opportunities, and the skills required to succeed in stand-up comedy. Throughout the conversation, Meredith provides personal anecdotes and reflections on her journey in comedy.

Meredith emphasizes the importance of open mic nights for aspiring comedians, highlighting the social aspect and community building in Brooklyn's comedy scene. She discusses the transition from being naturally funny to becoming a successful stand-up comedian, emphasizing the importance of writing, listening, and adapting.

The conversation touches on the role of networking in the comedy industry, acknowledging the necessity (in some circumstances) of knowing the right people to get booked in clubs but also recognizing the potential for exploitation. They also discuss the age factor in comedy, with Meredith noting that while youth may be advantageous in some areas, older individuals can bring valuable life experience to their sets. Meredith talks about the pressure to constantly produce new material and the value of repetition and refinement in comedy.

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