About this episode

In this episode, Jerry talks with musical humorist and bestselling author Michael Perry about his new book and the nature of humor.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry talks with musical, humorist, and bestselling author Michael Perry. Topics discussed include: New Book "Improbable Mentors and Happy Tangents". What is humor? Learning the rhythm of music, speech, and the written word Lighting Round Beverage Enjoyed: Go Brewing, NA Pilsner Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a 5-star rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We're a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

Topics covered

• New Book "Improbable Mentors and Happy Tangents"
• What is humor?
• Learning the rhythm of music, speech, and the written word
• Lighting Round

Keywords

• humor
• music
• writing
• books

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