Patton Doesn’t Need You

Yesterday, I referenced the AV Club interview with Sarah Silverman. On the other side of self-examination, is the A Special Thing Interview with Patton Oswalt. It’s incredibly dense discussion of how an incredible comedian has learned and evolved. The conversation delves deeper into a concept Patton’s only been able to touch on quickly in his show Comedians of Comedy... needy comedy. Simply, being funny and needing laughs don’t mix, if you want to come along with what I find funny that’s great. Being happy with yourself on stage and not worrying about what would make you popular with audiences. It’s a great lesson in how presentation is everything in comedy. Well worth the long read it’s becoming. Part one and part two are up now, with more to come. Read the AST Interview with Patton Oswalt. It’s a must for all fans of the form.