Patrick Holbert is a former TV producer-turned-standup comedian who has appeared on Sirius XM, TruTV, The Travel Channel, and was the host of the internationally syndicated TV show “The Movie Loft” for two years. The New York Times called him the “charming M.C.” of the children’s variety show he helmed for multiple tours.
An accomplished director, camera operator, and video editor, Patrick has produced several comedy specials and documentaries for nationally touring headlining comedians in the last few years. His own special comes out on Amazon in April 2025.
Patrick resides in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn with his wife and two daughters (one human, one canine). When he’s not on stage, you can catch him online co-hosting his podcast “We Hired a Sitter For This” with Gastor Almonte.
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“Punch Line Drunk”
In this hilarious and educational comedy show, Patrick Holbert tells stories and jokes about his past addiction and current sobriety. “Punch Line Drunk” outlines his transformative journey from abusing substances to amusing audiences. It’s an informational “TED Talk of Shame” spanning his college years as an overachiever under the influence, his debaucherous career as a TV producer, and how it all came crashing down.
With 15 years clean, Patrick performs standup nightly in New York City’s best comedy clubs and seediest bars. He has proclaimed himself “The Jason Bourne of safely navigating booze-soaked environments.” During this presentation, students will be asked to consider their own relationships with alcohol and other drugs while also learning pragmatic ways to live a fun and productive life without getting wasted.
After joining him on this twisted saga from keg stands to standup, audiences are encouraged to participate in an interactive Q&A.
““Patrick’s talk was captivating and moving. His personal story impacted the students in a positive way. Many students commented on how they related to him and that his speech made them think about their own behaviors while also making them laugh. I liked the personal aspect of the talk because there were so many twists and relatable moments when talking about family issues with alcohol and how it impacts adulthood. I will absolutely recommended this talk to other college counselors! This was excellent!””
““We were very satisfied with Patrick’s talk. He was prepared and comfortable to begin speaking. We liked how he was approachable and willing to tailor his presentation to our needs. He was vulnerable and professional. Although most of the room knew about us, it was nice to see the support and the purpose. I would recommend him to other colleges, both in general and specifically for CRP/C’s.””
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