Many of us believe that, for the most part, being funny is an innate skill that cannot be learned, but today's episode might just change your mind. Darren LaCroix is a legend in the world of public speaking and is especially well-known for his deft implementation of humor. In today's episode, we get together with Darren for a jam-packed conversation on humor, comedy, and the tremendous amount of work and dedication it takes to become proficient in the art of stand-up. We hear from Darren about how he first got into public speaking, why initially he was so intimidated by being humorous on stage, and how he learned that anyone can acquire the skills needed to be funny. Tuning in you'll hear Darren break down the differences between humor and comedy and why it's important to discern when to use which. Learn why the first step to comedy is training yourself to identify opportunities for humor, as well as how to hone your delivery skills. Later, Darren explains why it's important to understand tried-and-tested comedy formulas and how to implement them successfully as well as why identifying what's top of mind for an audience is crucial. We had a fantastic time talking with Darren and unpacking his knowledge and expertise. For all this and much more, tune in today!

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