Jon Savitt

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Author Bio

Jon Savitt is a comedy writer and messaging strategist whose work has been featured in places like TIME, Washington Post, ESPN, NBC News, USA Today, Morning Brew, Vulture, Funny or Die, and more. Learn more at jonsavittwrites.com.

March 19, 2026

AI makes writing easier, but makes us sound the same

A few years ago, if you wanted something written, you hired a writer. Now, many simply open a browser tab and type a prompt. I say that as someone who has built a career writing….

September 16, 2024

In politics, there’s a fine line between making jokes and becoming the joke

In the world of American politics, humor can either be a tool or a trap. When done effectively, humor has the power to heal and humanize. Jokes can help engage new audiences and make complex…

January 1, 2023

I’m a Professional Comedy Writer — The GOP Has a ‘Punching Down’ Problem

There’s one rule in comedy so universal that it connects comics of every background, genre, and skill level: never punch down. These three simple words can be the difference between being a headliner or being…