My First Joke
My First Joke
Podcast Description
Every great laugh starts with one brave joke. Join host Karim Kanji on *My First Joke*, where comedians share the hilarious, awkward, and inspiring stories behind their first time on stage. From bombing to bringing the house down, we dig into the journeys of today’s funniest people. Whether you’re a comedy superfan or just need a good laugh, this podcast delivers punchlines, backstage stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. Tune in and find out where the funny begins!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the personal and comedic journeys of various comedians, highlighting themes such as the fear of performing, memorable first gigs, and the evolution of their comedic style. Episodes include stories from both emerging and established comedians, covering moments of failure and triumph, such as a comedian's first experience bombing or successfully making an audience laugh.
Every great laugh starts with one brave joke. Join host Karim Kanji on *My First Joke*, where comedians share the hilarious, awkward, and inspiring stories behind their first time on stage. From bombing to bringing the house down, we dig into the journeys of today’s funniest people. Whether you’re a comedy superfan or just need a good laugh, this podcast delivers punchlines, backstage stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. Tune in and find out where the funny begins!
Comedian Tim To joins My First Joke to share how he started stand-up comedy in Hong Kong during COVID, performing in empty venues, Zoom shows, and one of the toughest environments for new comics.
In this episode, we talk about what it takes to become a stand-up comedian, from bombing at open mics to developing a comedy style, navigating different audiences, and learning the difference between getting laughs and earning respect. Tim breaks down the realities of the Hong Kong comedy scene vs. Toronto comedy, including reserved crowds, cultural differences, and why bombing in front of a PTA crowd might be the ultimate nightmare.
We also dive into:
- Starting stand-up comedy during the pandemic
- Open mic experiences and first jokes
- Comedy in Hong Kong vs. North America
- Finding your voice as a comedian
- Dealing with bombing and tough crowds
- The global comedy scene and career growth
If you're interested in stand-up comedy, comedy podcasts, or behind-the-scenes stories from working comedians, this episode is for you.
Follow Tim To on Instagram: @timt0
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