1130: Andrew Tarvin- The World's First Humor Engineer

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk with Andrew Tarvin all about humor and how to use it a work and beyond. What was his first REAL job? (3:53) The moment he knew he was onto something. (6:40) Stand up with a message: How he became the ‘Corporate Humorist’ at work. (10:03) How did his first stand up set go? (12:38) “Operation Leave Corporate America” and the journey to his TEDx Talk viral moment.  (14:55) The BIG differences between what is appropriate on a comedy stage compared to a corporate setting. (20:44) Why his material is always ‘Rated Mom’. (24:18) How does he monetize what he does for a living? (28:33) Why do we find things funny? (29:43) The skill of humor: The 3 components needed to learn TODAY. (34:14) What did he learn from going on 96 first dates?? (44:18) Do comedians play an important role in society? (54:34) Memes: A structured way to help people create humor. (59:11) Can he point out someone who studies the art of comedy? (1:05:03) What are his top comedians? (1:07:23) The concept of the ‘Peak/End’ principle, using humor to get a specific result and finding ways to love what you do. (1:09:00) The misconception of happiness. (1:17:00) Featured Guest/People Mentioned  Andrew Tarvin (@drewtarvin)  Instagram Website Hannah Gadsby (@hannah_gadsby) Instagram Hasan Minhaj (@hasanminhaj)  Instagram Jim Gaffigan (@jimgaffigan)  Instagram Anthony Jeselnik (@anthony_jeselnik)  Instagram Eddie Izzard (@eddieizzard)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned September Promotion: MAPS Starter ½ off!! **Code “STARTER50” at checkout** The Skill of Humor | Andrew Tarvin | TEDxTAMU Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work – Book by Andrew Tarvin How Being The Funny Guy At Work Turned Into A Full Time Career Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones | Netflix Official Site Hannah Gadsby: Nanette | Netflix Official Site Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj | Netflix Official Site The Humor Code: A Global Search for What Makes Things Funny - Book by Joel Warner and Peter McGraw The Evolution of Humor: From Grunts to Poop Jokes Jon Stewart On What's Stopping Voters from Pulling the Lever The Comedy Bible: From Stand-up to Sitcom--The Comedy Writer's Ultimate "How To" Guide - Book by Judy Carter Eddie Izzard "Death Star Canteen" Sketch From the Circle DVD (2002) Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles That Fuel Success and Performance at Work - Book by Shawn Achor TEDxBloomington - Shawn Achor - "The Happiness Advantage: Linking Positive Brains to Performance"