10. Wali Collins
In Episode 10 of Comedy Anatomy, Masavia and Mike chat with actor and comedian, Wali Collins. Wali is an accomplished stand-up comedian and performer who appeared on, well… everything - including NBC, CBS, FOX, HBO, Comedy Central, the Late Show with David Letterman, and more!
Wali discusses growing up in Springfield, MA as quite possibly the ONLY stand-up comedian who had a happy, well-adjusted childhood. 😂
How he discovered at a young age that he could exert a certain amount of control using laughter; the inherent power in the ability to make people laugh.
We explore his early career - from dancer, to working at an architecture firm by day, and performing stand-up by night, effectively burning the candle at both ends.
On being a clean comic after an initial foray into blue territory; the skill required to craft clean, clever jokes without relying on shock value.
How his reputation as a clean comedian opened a lot of doors, and allowed him to perform practically anywhere.
The low points: from doing extremely well in his career, to being told by management to consider going back to architecture.
The struggles of self-employment, finding motivation in anger, and ultimately… the power of self-reliance.
The difficulties of nurturing close relationships when your entire job is based on a somewhat narcissistic exercise, i.e. your entire act is built around what you think and how you feel at all times.
The differences between performing for YouTube and performing stand-up for live audiences; why many social media comedians “crash and burn” on stage.
The importance of enjoying life, and treating everyone with respect.
And more!
Wali Collins
Website walicolins.com
Twitter @walicolins
Instagram @walicolins
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