Who is Barry Katz?
Barry Katz has represented & produced some of the biggest names in comedy. His podcast gives listeners an opportunity to hear great. industry stories & insight into the business. JONATHAN MOONVES (Entertainment Lawyer)
What is it like to podcast with Barry?
Doing a podcast with Barry is like having lunch with your great Aunt Edna - you're regaled with stories you've never heard, your patience is taxed, your emotions are drained, you may even question your existence, but when you think back on the experience you wonder why you don't do things this meaningful more often.
Who is better, Barry or Howard Stern?
Barry is a better interviewer than Howard Stern, asks better questions than Charlie Rose, & is better looking than Larry King. His podcasts are terrific. TOM WERNER (Roseanne/Cosby/owner Red Sox) Always amazing to see the list of folks that come through Industry Standard.
1. Beware Of The Fine Print
At about the 21-minute mark, Katz talks about how producers will often approach comics at a performance with a video camera and a release form, offering a good quality tape in exchange for the right to show the performance in a “limited market” or for a “limited time.”
5. In Show Business, Safe Is A Big Thing (especially when auditioning)
At around the 54-minute mark, Katz analyzes Kyle Dunnigan and identifies a quality that Dunnigan possesses to disarm everyone in the room at auditions and instantly make them feel comfortable and safe.
6. You CAN Make Money In Comedy
At around the 70-minute mark, Katz offers some encouraging words for comics who may wonder if it’s actually possible to make any money in comedy. It is – if you’re willing to take it seriously.
7. Relationships Are Important
Just as “Lovable and Huggable” is important to a crowd, it’s also important when relating to others in the business, including other comics. At around the 71-minute mark, Katz talks about Dane Cook and some mistakes that he made in his relationships with other comics.
