Why laughing together brings people closer, on stage and off.
Laughter is love out loud. These articles are about humor in love and life: why couples who laugh together feel closer, how to be funny on a date without trying too hard, laughing at yourself as an act of self-love, comedy date nights, open mics and bringing humor to work.
They come from Dawn's comedy world — Red Dawn Comedy, The Red Dawn Show and HotMicHotWings. On Netflix, Tony Hinchcliffe told her "You're built for comedy!" and Jeff Ross called her "Pure love."
First open mic tips for new comics: how to write a tight minute, sign up, handle nerves, land your set, and keep going after your first time on stage.
Read the article →Fun food date ideas that mix good eats with big laughs: wing nights, taste-test games, cook-offs and comedy, plus tips to keep a spicy date sweet and safe.
Read the article →Hot wing challenge tips for fun, safe heat: how to pace yourself, what to keep nearby, when to tap out, and how to keep laughing when the wings fight back.
Read the article →How comedians handle hecklers: the calm, clever and kind tactics comics use to take back the room, plus how to be a great audience member who adds to the fun.
Read the article →How to support local comedy: show up, laugh loud, share clips, follow comics, bring friends and back the shows you love, so your local scene keeps growing.
Read the article →Comedy show date night tips from a comedian: picking the right show, where to sit, how to handle crowd work, and how to keep the laughs going afterward.
Read the article →How to be funny on a date without forcing it: a comedian's easy tips on playful openers, real stories, listening, and humor that makes a first date feel easy.
Read the article →Humor in hard times can help you breathe again. Gentle, practical ways to bring laughter into tough days without ignoring what hurts, from a comedian.
Read the article →Laughing at yourself is a quiet act of self-love. A comedian shares how to go easy on your mistakes, drop perfection, and find the funny in being human.
Read the article →Laughter in relationships is more than fun. See why laughing together keeps love warm and close, plus easy ways to bring more play into your days as a couple.
Read the article →How to book a comedian for a party, fundraiser or company event: what to decide first, what to share, clean vs. spicy, and how to set the comic up to shine.
Read the article →How to tell your story on a podcast or live call-in show: pick your moment, keep it short, add the funny, and protect your privacy. A first-timer's guide.
Read the article →Humor in the workplace can turn coworkers into a real team. Practical, respectful ways to bring laughter to meetings, team building and everyday work life.
Read the article →Laughing together turns strangers into friends and friends into family. Why shared laughter builds connection, and easy ways to make more of it in your life.
Read the article →What to expect at a live comedy show, from arriving and seating to crowd work, etiquette and phones, so your first stand-up night is fun, not nerve-racking.
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