I don't know that I have a single comedy philosophy. But talking about things that matter to you is a good place to start. Listening is a big part of it, too.

Comics can definitely be subversive on the whole, but it's a stylistic thing.

The more you perform, the more adept you get at the nuances of navigating that communal conversation.

That heightened dynamic can produce interesting, funny ideas that are phrased in ways that surprise even you, as the performer.

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

If you're funny, you can find a stage to get on. If you're good, you'll start to get work and eventually get paid.

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.