Jokes Quote by Dana Gould
“You write the script, and then you just go over it 400 times and make all the jokes better. It really is true. That's essentially the way it works.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up routine: Joke about script polishing, date unknown
Repeatedly revising a script and refining jokes is essential to comedic success
In simple terms: Comedy scripts improve through many revisions
Key Takeaway
Polish jokes through repeated editing
Themes
humor
process
craftsmanship
Mood
lighthearted
practical
Type
instructional
observational
When to use this quote
- writing
- performance
- media production
Key Concepts
iteration
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- How many revisions are optimal before jokes lose freshness?
- When should a writer trust instinct over endless tweaking?
A Different Perspective
Over‑editing can strip spontaneity and freshness
