I think that what comes through in Chicago humor is the affection. Even though youre poking fun at someone or something, theres still an affection for it.

I don't have a show anymore. I don't have a check coming in every week. This is important to me, I got to score a million tonight or it could all be over.

But I really believe that if you have the ability, there is an obligation to make people laugh

Funny is funny is funny.

I never had an aversion because I was active in the drama club. If I had that aversion I certainly wouldn't put myself in the position of being on stage. Of course, in the drama club you're hiding behind a character.

You shouldn't get too close to the truth, because then maybe you stop being funny.

I've been told to speed up my delivery when I perform. But if I lose the stammer, I'm just another slightly amusing accountant.