I think the more you hone your voice, take risks and talk about things that matter, the better chance you have of getting into the realm of the philosophers of stand up. But you have to be funny.

A crowd is the only way to know if something works. Telling a friend or two doesn't matter. A crowd is what tells you what works or doesn't, so I'd rather go in front of them cold and see.

With a project like 'Teachers Lounge,' you're wearing a lot of hats, so it demands hard work and focus if you want to do it right.

It always comes down to what the crowd buys coming out of your mouth, which differs from one comic to the next.

I don't really worry about a crowd liking me.

Comedians are thinkers. The best ones are akin to philosophers, in my opinion.

You'll get them tomorrow. You gave it a good shot. Keep your chin up.