305. The Humor Habit: Why Great Communicators Think Like Comedians
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Humor and levity lead to deeper connection. and communication. My name is Matt Abrahams, and I teach strategic communication at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Welcome to ThinkFast. Talk smart. The podcast
Today I am really looking forward to chatting with Chris Stuffy. Chris is an award-winning comedian, television writer, and the host of Ted's popular How to Be a Better Human podcast. A former fifth grade teacher who went on to write for HBO's Wyatt Senex problem areas. Chris consistently explores the intersection of humor, connection, and empathy. His lateest book is HumorMe.
How laughing more can make you present. Creative. Connected and happy. I am super excited for our conversation. I really enjoyed getting to know you when you had me on your show, and I'm thrilled to have you here on Think Fast Talk Smart. Thank you so much. Yeah, it was such a pleasure talking to you, and I'm I'm I'm thrilled to be here in in your home now. Well, thank you very much. Uh shall we get started? Yes, let's do it. Okay. So uh you have a fascinating backstory. Yeah. You transitioned from teaching uh in a classroom, 10 year olds fifth grade, I believe, to uh performing stand
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