IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson No One Tells You to Be a Comedian with Josh Johnson
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Feb 18, 2026 
Josh Johnson, Emmy-nominated writer and stand-up comic, talks about building a huge comedy catalog and protecting audience attention. He recounts early days in Chicago, shares how family shaped his storytelling, and explains his Flowers Tour’s community partnerships. He also discusses diversity in writers’ rooms, new hobbies, and what success feels like.
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Fog, Ontario, And A Missed Timing
- Josh fell asleep on a fog-diverted flight and almost woke up thinking they landed in Canada.
- He deplaned to catch his appearance but discovered staying would have been faster when the plane later landed in Burbank.
Create A Catalog, Not Just Specials
- Build a large catalog of work instead of waiting for a few perfect pieces.
- Use frequent output as practice and proof of your development over time.
Grandma's 'Wet Food' Roast
- Josh describes his grandma's sharp storytelling and how she mocked overpriced soup as "wet food" for $25.
- That family humor shaped his ear for detail and comic perspective.