He was named Best New Comic in the Minnesota Comedy Awards in 2012, Joshua Florhaug.
Joshua Florhaug is a stand-up comedian.
Joshua is a stand-up comedian whose journey began in Phoenix, Arizona, and took him to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he first hit the stage in 2012.
Joshua writing process revolves around capturing humor from everyday conversations, and he has been deeply influenced by comedians like Greg Giraldo and Maria Bamford.
Despite the emotional toll of Louis’s passing, Josh has continued to honor his legacy, balancing stand-up with acting roles and aiming to release an hour-long special.
Joshua shared about:
- His early comedy experience, where he convinced his great-uncle, comedian Louis Anderson, to watch his set.
- Despite the challenges and failures in stand-up, Josh found encouragement from Louis, who provided mentorship and emphasized that even the best comedians experience setbacks.
- He’s been working on a pilot script and has found new equilibrium in his career, now feeling like the “man of the house” and taking on a leadership role.