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He highlighted the importance of making people laugh by meeting their needs—this, he argued, is the cornerstone of effective comedy. For him, the laughter of his audience is a sign of connection, and as a comedian, he has always sought to understand and adapt to their sensibilities. Smirnoff compared the differences in audiences, particularly in how those in Branson, Missouri responded to his act versus those in more liberal areas, indicating he’d modify his approach based on the crowd.