Summer 2026: Digital Comedy
Say no to brain rot — enjoy this digest of good and funny stuff from the beep boops.
State of Comedy
State of Comedy is an art-meets-commerce digest celebrating all mediums of comedy. Industry-focused, comedian friendly — consider this your free scouting report for funny emerging talent .
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Summer 2026: Live Comedy
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The Importance of Community in Comedy (Or, Johnny Ro Forever)
This is my tribute to John Rosenberger, a New York comedy icon and dear friend to literally, impossibly, everyone.
GUEST POST: Financial Do’s and Don’ts For Road Comics
Our guest comedian Jonathan van Halem advises how to stretch your money the furthest...
WHO OWNS YOUR SHOW?: Amplify's Indie TV Financing Model
A conversation with Amplify’s scripted TV executive Luke Esselen reveals how a seismic shift in TV’s power structure is letting show creators keep what they make (and why that changes everything…)
Generals Live: State of Comedy x Jillian Vogel
A recording from State of Comedy and jillian vogel's live video
April 2026
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LA SPOTLIGHT: Bergamot Comedy Fest
This week at The Crow, celebrate (or discover) Santa Monica's burgeoning comedy hub with a focus on rising talent and authentic community.
GUEST POST: Getting Paid (Negotiating Your Fee as a Headlining Comedian)
“Money makes the world go round, the world go round, the world go round.” - Jonathan van Halem
SHORTLIST: Canadian Comedians You Should Know Aboot
Inspired by how lowkey obsessed I've been with Canada lately. (Can't imagine why.)