How Humorous Storytelling Connects Us
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I\\u2019m working with a new client on a high-stakes speech about an unprecedented business idea. As we\\u2019re working together, I show him how he can use storytelling to help his idea come to life and connect to his audience. So he sends me his first draft... and boy, is it a surprise!
In our sessions, he is always direct and to the point. But while reading his speech, I realize he\\u2019s also freaking hilarious! Not only will the audience be rolling on the floor laughing at his humor, his storytelling will help his business idea to really take hold.\\xa0
It\\u2019s this pairing of comedy, storytelling, and innovative ideas that audiences will not be able to forget.
My guest today on the Storytelling School Podcast, Anna Keizer, lives her life in story. In this episode, we\\u2019re going to dig into comedy and so much more! We answer questions like:
Why is there such a misconception about comedy\\u2019s place in the world? What\\u2019s the difference between forcing humor and just letting it come naturally? What makes The Office work so well as a comedy show? How do background and character perspective affect story quality? How can \\u201cforced fun\\u201d be a good thing?
What you will learn in this episode:
- Why comedy is necessary in our lives
- What two storytelling elements make a story great
- Why escapism through storytelling is valid, healthy, and boosts creativity
Who is Anna?
Anna Keizer is a writer, film producer, and podcaster. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Film/Video from Columbia College Chicago, finished her Master of Arts in Film Studies at Chapman University, and graduated from UCLA\\u2019s Writing for Television Professional Program. She also wrote and executive produced the dark comedy short \\u201cShe Had It Coming\\u201d which was an Official Selection of over two dozen film festivals and won several awards on the festival circuit.
Originally from Chicago, Anna moved to California and now calls Los Angeles home. She currently co-hosts the podcast \\u201880s Movie Montage in her spare time, alongside her husband, Derek Dehanke.\\xa0
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