Source: KN@PPSTER
by Thomas L Knapp
“There are a number of different ‘formulas’ for writing jokes. My own favorite such formula is to start talking about something people recognize, understand, are familiar with, or can identify with, then take a sudden, unexpected turn on that subject. You lull them, then you shock them. It may take five seconds or five minutes to move from the wholly relatable premise to the ‘wow, that was completely unexpected’ turn, but that’s the formula. … Warming up for Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe used the same formula, in short form. It’s quick punch, not rope-a-dope. … My ‘professional’ opinion: He nailed it.” (10/31/24)
https://knappster.blogspot.com/2024/10/in-which-i-briefly-put-on-my-stand-up.html