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Every book Tony Hinchcliffe recommended on podcasts
Tony Hinchcliffe appears as a guest on podcast platforms like The Joe Rogan Experience, where he shares insights into the craft, discipline, and demanding realities of stand-up comedy. During his appearance on Episode 350 in April 2013, Hinchcliffe discussed the formative stages of his career and the resources that helped shape his professional work ethic. He recommended On Writing by Stephen King, recalling that he discovered the book within his first couple of weeks of starting out in stand-up comedy. Hinchcliffe explained that finding King's book early on had a meaningful impact on him, particularly in how it influenced his approach to his writing work ethic and the day-to-day discipline required in a creative profession. By sharing this recommendation on the podcast, Hinchcliffe illustrated the foundational tools and mindset that supported his growth and development as a professional comedian.
Books recommended by Tony Hinchcliffe
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On Writing
On Writing by Stephen King is part memoir and part masterclass on the craft of writing, detailing the author's personal experiences alongside practical advice for aspiring writers.
Recommended“It was very soon after I started standup and within the first couple weeks I found a a book that Stephen King wrote called on writing”
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| #350 - Tony Hinchcliffe | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2013-04-22 | 1 |
Other mentions (4: passing, ad reads, own books)
“And even then I was obsessed with Good Fellas and a Bronx Tale and a Godfather because it's like it's just what you're taught is humanity.”
“And even then I was obsessed with Good Fellas and a Bronx Tale and a Godfather because it's like it's just what you're taught is humanity.”
“And even then I was obsessed with Good Fellas and a Bronx Tale and a Godfather because it's like it's just what you're taught is humanity.”
“and my favorite movie was Good Fellas my whole life and everybody makes smoking look cool in that Robert Dairo Joe Peshi everybody's cigarettes eating pasta taking the lobster out of the ice everything looks better in that movie”