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Comedian Al Nimpson says to do standup you just have to do it | Community Voices

Al Nimpson is a Springfield comedian and half of the two men behind Belly Laffs, an independent comedy group. He spoke to Community Voices about his first time doing standup and how, despite it not going well, it encouraged him to keep trying. He also provided insight into the Springfield comedy scene and gave advice on how to practice standup comedy.

Originally aired on Jan. 19, 2022.

Vanessa is the Community Voices Production Coordinator. Reach Vanessa at vfergu3@uis.edu.
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