58 min
Marc Hamilton: Hate, Happiness, Dark Humour & Big Pharma NZ Business Owners
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- Entrepreneurship
Guest Details Marc Hamilton: https://coveryours.co.nz/about/
Takeaways
Music and comedy can evoke emotions and create a sense of connection.
Authenticity is important in creative endeavors and can attract like-minded individuals.
Universal themes in storytelling and music resonate with people across cultures and time.
Constructing a set or a song involves considering the emotional journey and engaging the audience.
Dealing with hate or criticism requires thick skin and the ability to not take it personally.
Finding humor in absurd or anger-inducing situations can be a source of comedy.
The creative process involves finding inspiration in everyday experiences and emotions. Crafting comedy takes time and practice, and it's important to learn from failures and keep refining jokes.
Art, including comedy, has the power to eloquently convey the harshness of the world in a socially acceptable way.
The ability to shock and offend depends on the context and the audience, and it's important to understand the crowd and adapt accordingly.
Working with troubled youth requires empathy, understanding, and the ability to separate their actions from their identity.
Asking for help and finding someone to talk to can make a significant difference in difficult situations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:03 Finding Joy in Work and Life
07:07 The Power of Music
10:15 Humor and Writing Songs
16:17 The Emotional Impact of Music
25:07 Dealing with Criticism and Hate
27:18 The Craft of Comedy
29:20 The Process of Crafting Comedy
30:18 The Art of Comedy
31:37 Navigating Different Audiences
32:31 The Consequences of Offensive Comedy
34:09 Favorite Comedians
35:16 First Attempt at Comedy and Worst Bomb
36:31 Creating Original Material
37:28 Different Crowds and Testing Material
38:11 The Influence of Comedians
39:48 The Power and Influence of Individuals
40:24 The Role of Soft Power
42:45 Empathy and Understanding
43:16 Previous Work with Troubled Youth
47:44 Pharmaceutical Sales and Dark Humor
51:19 Dealing with Horrific Experiences
56:23 Seeking Help and Support
Guest Details Marc Hamilton: https://coveryours.co.nz/about/
Takeaways
Music and comedy can evoke emotions and create a sense of connection.
Authenticity is important in creative endeavors and can attract like-minded individuals.
Universal themes in storytelling and music resonate with people across cultures and time.
Constructing a set or a song involves considering the emotional journey and engaging the audience.
Dealing with hate or criticism requires thick skin and the ability to not take it personally.
Finding humor in absurd or anger-inducing situations can be a source of comedy.
The creative process involves finding inspiration in everyday experiences and emotions. Crafting comedy takes time and practice, and it's important to learn from failures and keep refining jokes.
Art, including comedy, has the power to eloquently convey the harshness of the world in a socially acceptable way.
The ability to shock and offend depends on the context and the audience, and it's important to understand the crowd and adapt accordingly.
Working with troubled youth requires empathy, understanding, and the ability to separate their actions from their identity.
Asking for help and finding someone to talk to can make a significant difference in difficult situations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:03 Finding Joy in Work and Life
07:07 The Power of Music
10:15 Humor and Writing Songs
16:17 The Emotional Impact of Music
25:07 Dealing with Criticism and Hate
27:18 The Craft of Comedy
29:20 The Process of Crafting Comedy
30:18 The Art of Comedy
31:37 Navigating Different Audiences
32:31 The Consequences of Offensive Comedy
34:09 Favorite Comedians
35:16 First Attempt at Comedy and Worst Bomb
36:31 Creating Original Material
37:28 Different Crowds and Testing Material
38:11 The Influence of Comedians
39:48 The Power and Influence of Individuals
40:24 The Role of Soft Power
42:45 Empathy and Understanding
43:16 Previous Work with Troubled Youth
47:44 Pharmaceutical Sales and Dark Humor
51:19 Dealing with Horrific Experiences
56:23 Seeking Help and Support
58 min