Aug 14, 2026 | Brain Bites
How To Die In Japan Do you believe in Murphy’s Law? I do. Not because I’m pessimistic. Because I’ve collected enough evidence to convict. Murphy’s Law says, “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.” I think Murphy personally... 
Jul 8, 2026 | Brain Bites
George Kessler telling a story on the 6/28 You Say What show People often ask me, “Miyo, what’s the secret to producing a successful live show?” I wish I had a magic formula. The truth is, I don’t. You can book the funniest comedians or the... 
Jun 16, 2026 | Brain Bites
Blackout. Spectrum lost the connection, and just like that, I lost everything: my internet, my TV, and apparently, my brain. I don’t know about you, but the moment Wi-Fi drops, my mind completely flatlines. I can type thousands of words on a mechanical keyboard, but... 
May 10, 2026 | Brain Bites
Feel the beat. That has been my personal mantra this year. Whether I’m workshopping a comedy set or refining a storytelling piece, it’s the piece of advice I hear most often. But “the beat” is one of those elusive concepts—everyone knows when it’s missing,... 
Apr 20, 2026 | Brain Bites
I used to have a ritual: a morning tea and a visit to a website featuring “micro-stories.” These were 1–2 minute windows into other lives—supposedly real experiences sent in by readers. I didn’t care if a professional editor polished them or if they were... 
Mar 17, 2026 | Brain Bites
“I love your story. Could you shorten it to 10 minutes?” When I asked the question, this is how the conversation played out in my head: “Sure! It’ll be tough, but I’ll make it work.”“Perfect! Let me know when it’s ready—I’d love to book you for future shows.” I love...