Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz

In this Ask Me Anything episode of Industry Standard with Barry Katz, Barry dives into practical advice for comedians at every stage of their career. He shares insights on writing and originality, drawing lessons from comedy legends like Dave Chappelle, Jim Jefferies, George Carlin, Wanda Sykes, Louis C.K., and Steven Wright. With personal stories, deep industry experience, and reflections on evolving tools like TikTok and AI, Barry offers a masterclass in building a lasting and authentic comedy career.

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In this episode of Industry Standard with Barry Katz, viral YouTube pioneer Ed Bassmaster shares his incredible journey from working retail at an AT&T store to becoming one of the most recognizable character comedians on the internet. He dives deep into the origins of his iconic alter egos and creations like Always Teste, Chip Diamond, Skippy, Tequila, and Mumbles—many inspired by real-life encounters in Philly. Ed reflects on his big breaks with appearances on MADtv, working alongside Keegan-Michael Key and Bobby Lee, and brand deals like his Pine-Sol commercial with the legendary Pine-Sol Lady. He also opens up about growing up without a father, raising his own kids with love, collaborating with his son on viral TikToks, and navigating the highs and lows of social media fame. Subscribe for more impactful interviews https://www.youtube.com/@BarryKatzEntertainment?sub_confirmation_1 Blueprint for Success https://www.blueprint-for-success.com Are you a comedian, actor, writer, director, producer, manager, host, podcaster or agent? Would you like personalized help to reach all of your goals in the entertainment business? Click the link to learn more & join our FREE industry networking group full of decades of experience!