#67 - TK Kirkland talks Negotiating Money, Common Comic Mistakes, Navigating Show Business - a podcast by Joel Byars: Comedian & Author

TK Kirkland rarely does interviews but was willing to sit down with Hot Breath! after a weekend of sold out shows at Atlanta's legendary Uptown Comedy Corner. We explore his 30 year career and all the noted controversy along the way. This is a must listen for all real comedy fans!

**Must hear topics:**

* How to build an organic fan base

* How to educate and entertain

* His first time performing

* Touring with NWA and getting banned

* Finding your voice on stage

* The origin story of "Who Raised You?"

* How to command a room

* Past jobs of hustling, modeling, and more

* Robbing Charlie Murphy

* The business of booking shows

**Quotable Quotes:**

* "I'm not afraid of money."
* "A lot of people don't know I have an incredible white following."
* "I say jokes to myself before saying them on stage."
* "It took me two years to say "Who Raised You?" on stage."
* "When you're talented, people need something to attach to your career."

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