Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz

Barry Katz interviews his old friend, writer and stand-up comedian Ian Edwards, reflecting on their history and Ian's unique qualities and talent.

Barry Katz interviews Harry Basil, a multi-hyphenate entertainer who started as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s.

Barry Katz interviews comedian Jason Nash, discussing their long friendship, show business insights, and lighthearted banter about hair and aging.

The host introduces comedian Roy Wood Jr.

Barry Katz interviews Paul Telegdy, former chairman of NBC Entertainment, in a candid conversation about network television.

Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz examines how Adam Conover developed Adam Ruins Everything after years of sketch comedy, open mics, and rejected club bookings.

Barry Katz answers audience questions about evaluating comedy tapes, earning residencies and auditions, preparing for club auditions, managing ego, practicing material, and choosing whether to push boundaries.

Industry Standard w/ Barry Katz features comedian Earthquake discussing how a lyrical comic identity helped him stand apart from physical performers such as Louie Anderson, Jim Carrey, and Robin Williams.

Barry Katz interviews Israeli comedian Yohay Sponder about building a comedy career in Israel, performing in English, and developing an underdog stage persona.

Barry Katz discusses his early career as a comedy manager, starting with client Louis C.K.

This episode features an interview with Charles Fleischer, exploring his multifaceted personality and career as a voice actor and entertainer.

This episode features an interview with legendary comedian Harry Basil, exploring his multifaceted career and personal journey from a challenging childhood to success in comedy, acting, writing, directing, and entrepreneurship.

Michael Jamin discusses the importance of focusing on writing excellent scripts rather than worrying about connections or theft, and shares a humorous anecdote about marriage.

Legendary comedy manager Barry Katz answers audience questions in an AMA format, starting with advice for female comics based on insights from Chris Rock.

This episode explores how entertainer Brandon T Jackson transitioned to entrepreneurship, discussing the shift from traditional studios to personal platforms like YouTube and the impact of AI, while touching on his personal journey with spiritual healing and ambition.

Barry Katz interviews Paul Telegdy, former chairman of NBC Entertainment, discussing his career, contributions to shows like Last Comic Standing, and his impact on network strategy.

Barry Katz introduces T.J.