How to Write Funny Characters Tha...

How to Write Funny Characters That Actually Work (Comedy Writing Tips)

Works~N~Progress di Monice Mitchell Simms
S1 · E4
16 lug 2025
56:33

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Writing comedy is hard—especially when the characters don’t land. Here’s how to fix that.

Actor-writer Miles, Grose, breaks down what makes characters funny, real, and memorable—and how to bring humor into your writing without forcing it.

Perfect for writers looking to sharpen their comedic voice.

👇 Who’s your favorite funny character?

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00:00 Introduction

00:59 Meet Miles: A Masterclass in Comedy

01:53 Reconnecting and Reminiscing

02:48 Life in LA: The Struggles and Networking

04:10 The Craft of Comedy: Writing and Performing Jokes

22:46 The Art of Dialogue and Character Development

25:43 Working with JB Smoove: Producing and Tailoring Shows

27:44 Collaborative Projects and Production Company

28:35 A Cautionary Tale: The WNBA Pilot

33:10 Opening Monologue of the Pilot

37:31 The Evolution of TV Pilots

42:19 Comedy in Crisis: The Changing Landscape

49:46 Balancing Art and Life

56:23 Future Endeavors and Reflections

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Works~N~Progress
Monice Mitchell Simms
Storytellers
writing
storytelling
writers on writing
Comedy writing
TV Writing
Miles Grose
Humor