Inspirational
Comedy
Paul is a stand-up comic, writer, and inspirational guru. He writes for Chicken Soup for the Soul. He has dozens of TV appearances and a recently released Dry Bar comedy special. Paul is also a featured speaker at corporate events, conferences, and other special engagements.
Paul in 60 Seconds.
Bite-sized bits from the stage.
There's more where that came from.
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500+
Stages Played
4
TV Specials
Comedian by Trade.
Inspired by Intention.
Paul Lyons grew up in a house where laughter was abundant — it was the primary coping mechanism.
He spends his days performing stand-up, navigating cruise ships and corporate functions, armed with nothing but a microphone and an unreasonable amount of optimism. His philosophy, "Carpe Diem, Mañana," isn't about attacking the day — it's about bringing joy to it.
Carpe Diem, Mañana.
This book is about Paul's daily struggle to live effortlessly. A collection of funny and inspirational stories that he shared in Chicken Soup for the Soul about family life, comedy life, spiritual life, and the stubborn belief that things will probably work out — just maybe not today. Funny, honest, and just philosophical enough to feel earned.
The Substack
Stories from an experienced writer who brings wisdom and inspiration.
Pop.
His father was a complicated man who communicated mostly through sighs and sandwiches. Paul spent decades trying to figure him out and finally did — about ten minutes too late.
Carpe Donut.
A quitter never wins and a winner never quits — eating donuts.
More from the Archive.
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2 Legit 2 Quit
On the stubbornness that passes for resilience
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Recovering from Purim
The holiday that keeps on giving (and giving)
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The Paranoid Optimist
Expecting the best, bracing for the worst
Family Vacation: An Oxymoron.
The whole family in a minivan. Five hundred miles. No air conditioning. Plenty of material.
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Bring the Inspirational Humor to Your Corporate Events.
Paul has entertained and inspired audiences at AT&T, NCAA, FedEx, and many other corporate clients.
Paul's calendar fills quickly due to high demand, with slots booking up fast. His team is responsive and easy to work with—reach out with your preferred dates and any questions.
"We are what we're focused on."
Bring Paul to Your Next Event.
Whether it's a corporate gathering, a fundraiser, or a night of live comedy, Paul brings warmth, humor, and genuine connection to every stage. He's professional, easy to work with, and leaves audiences uplifted.
Get in Touch.
Tell us about your event and we'll be in touch.