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Joel Jeffrey is a Canadian stand-up comedian[1], author[2], and former radio personality[3] based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. He is best known for his performances across Canada, his appearances at Yuk Yuk’s comedy clubs, and his bestselling book The Great Saskatchewan Joke Book, which humorously explores the culture and quirks of Saskatchewan.
Early Life and Education
editJoel Jeffrey was born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, where he attended Buena Vista Elementary School and Aden Bowman Collegiate. His interest in broadcasting and comedy began during his teenage years, which eventually led him to attend the Western Academy Broadcasting College.
Career
editRadio Career
editJeffrey began his radio career in 2001 at Rawlco Radio in Saskatoon, hosting all-night shows on C95 and Rock 102. In 2003, he moved to Calgary, Alberta, to join The Eagle 100.9, where he held various roles, including music director and morning show host. His work in radio continued in Saskatoon and Kelowna[4] before he transitioned fully into comedy in 2017.
Stand-Up Comedy
editJeffrey began his stand-up career in 2009 at Yuk Yuk’s in Kelowna, performing at a cancer fundraiser. Since then, he has headlined shows across Canada, including performances in Yorkton, Prince Albert, and his hometown of Saskatoon. He has opened for renowned comedians such as the late Mike MacDonald[5], Kevin McGrath[6] and Jay Onrait[7].
Authorship
editIn 2019, Jeffrey released The Great Saskatchewan Joke Book[8] through MacIntyre Purcell Publishing. The book became a bestseller in Saskatchewan, outselling notable titles such as Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey. It also ranked in Amazon Canada's top 25 books in the Puns & Wordplay category.
Online Presence
editJeffrey’s comedic voice has also gained popularity online. His jokes, shared under the handle @JoelJeffrey on X (formerly Twitter), have been featured on platforms like Comedy Central, Huffington Post, and Buzzfeed. In 2020, Twitter featured one of his jokes in an international Valentine's Day advertising campaign.
Achievements and Awards
editPersonal life
editJoel was married in 2013. He and his wife have 2 boys together.
References
edit- ^ "Stand Up Comedian Joel Jeffrey speaks with CTV New Saskatoon". CTV News. 2 August 2024. Retrieved 2 August 2024 – via Macintyre Purcell Publishing.
- ^ "Saskatoon comedian authors book that ribs Saskatchewan for 144 pages". CBC News. 2 August 2024. Retrieved 2 August 2024.
- ^ "Western Academy Broadcasting College - WABC Graduates Profiles". Western Academy Broadcasting College. 17 May 2024. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ "CKKO-FM". History of Canadian Broadcasting. 2 August 2024. Retrieved 2 August 2024.
On-air personalities included morning hosts Kevin McGowan and Chris Cleaver, Joel Jeffrey middays, Darlene Check p.m. drive and Rob Balsdon evenings.
- ^ "Saskatoon comedian headlining Yorkton show". SaskToday.ca. 17 May 2024. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ "Comedian excited to perform at Orpheum". SaskToday. 25 May 2019. Archived from the original on 17 July 2024. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ "Joel Jeffrey to headline inaugural Live Comedy Night at the Rock Trout". Prince Albert Daily Herald. 21 March 2023. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ Jeffrey, Joel (2020). Great Saskatchewan Joke Book: More Laughs Than Potholes (1st ed.). Nova Scotia: MacIntyre Purcell Publishing. ISBN 978-1-77276-150-4.
- ^ "Canadian Music and Broadcast Industry Award Winners Announced". Canadian Music Week. 5 June 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.
- ^ "2017 Nominees". Canadian Music Week. 20 June 2024. Retrieved 20 June 2024.