Like once we picked Jim Norton as the head of security, the writing flows pretty easily.

Inherent in mourning is celebration. Mourning without celebration or some form of acceptance leaves you stuck.

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

Sometimes crowds start out not liking someone but then they shift and love them. Or vice versa. It can shift on a dime.

Ultimately, an audience wants to laugh. That's who they like, the comedian who makes them laugh.

It's harder to reveal sides of yourself that make you vulnerable but it's another muscle that can be developed and one that I think is worthwhile. That said, everyone finds their style. It's personal.

Certainly, you want to be liked, but as you gain confidence and experience you're more concerned with expressing yourself and what matters to you.