What do you get when a comedian has only one minute, a microphone, and a completely deadpan way of delivering jokes that can go from clever to brutally dark in seconds? For Hans Kim, that formula became a ticket to one of the biggest comedy audiences in the world.
Hans Kim is an Austin-based stand-up comedian and one of the longest-running regular comedians on Kill Tony. He became known for his rapid-fire one-liners, dry delivery and unexpected punchlines, turning short appearances on the show into a defining part of his comedy career.
His connection with Kill Tony goes back to 2016, when the show was still based in Los Angeles. Over the years, Kim became one of its most recognizable regular performers, returning with new material and building a loyal fan base along the way.
But Kill Tony is only part of his story. Kim has performed with major comedians such as Tony Hinchcliffe and Joe Rogan and has become part of the Austin comedy scene that helped reshape modern stand-up. His work also extends to podcasting and projects including Nighthawks, Fishing with David Lucas and Jason Rouse’s Safe Word Podcast.
What makes Hans Kim stand out is not an elaborate stage persona. It is the opposite. His calm, almost emotionless delivery makes his fast jokes feel even more unexpected. For fans of Kill Tony, that combination has made him one of the show’s most familiar and memorable comedians.
Biography
Early Life and Comedy Career
Hans Kim’s comedy career started long before he became a familiar face on Kill Tony. He spent years working through open mics in Seattle and developing a style built around short jokes rather than long stories. That early grind became important later because his natural format was almost perfectly suited to Kill Tony’s one-minute sets.
Kim has described spending roughly five years doing open mics in Seattle before his career began to change. He has also spoken about periods when money and stability were far from guaranteed, including a time when he lived in a van while pursuing comedy. In a 2026 interview on Time to Tony, Kim looked back on that period and the path from open mics and van life to becoming a touring comedian.
By 2016, Kim’s preference for one-liners was already part of his professional identity. A contemporary comedy-club biography described him as an indie one-liner comedian and noted that he had been voted the third most improved indie one-liner comic that June.
His first documented Kill Tony appearance came on September 26, 2016, in Kill Tony #177 at The Comedy Store’s Belly Room in West Hollywood. He was one of eight comedians on the lineup. His set lasted only 2 minutes and 41 seconds.
That first appearance did not instantly turn Kim into a star. Instead, it became the beginning of a much longer relationship with the show. He continued developing his material, performing in different comedy scenes and eventually becoming increasingly connected to Austin.
The move to Austin was a major turning point. The city’s growing comedy scene brought together Kill Tony, Tony Hinchcliffe, Joe Rogan, Comedy Mothership and a large network of comedians and podcasts. For Kim, it created an environment where a local stand-up career could develop into something much bigger.
Kill Tony Breakthrough
Kim’s rise on Kill Tony happened gradually, which makes his story more interesting than a typical overnight breakthrough.
By 2021, he had become important enough to receive episodes centered around him. Kill Tony #528, released in October 2021, was titled “KILL TONY #528 – HANS KIM.” He returned for another Hans-focused episode, #535, in December 2021. The show’s episode records show that his appearances were becoming increasingly frequent during this period.
The next year marked an even bigger milestone.
Kill Tony #573, released on September 2, 2022, featured Joe Rogan as the guest. By that point, Kim had reached his 65th appearance on the show. His set lasted more than five minutes, a striking contrast with his first documented appearance in 2016.
That number is important because it shows how dramatically his role had changed. He had gone from being one of eight comedians performing in a small Comedy Store room to becoming one of the people audiences expected to see on the show.
Kim’s appearances also became part of some of Kill Tony’s biggest episodes. He performed at the 2024 Madison Square Garden shows, including episode #680 with Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis. He remained a regular through 2025 and into 2026.
By 2026, current episode databases were recording more than 160 Kill Tony appearances for Kim, while newer episode trackers list even more appearances depending on how guest and regular appearances are counted.
The exact number can vary between databases, but the larger point is clear: Kim has accumulated one of the longest relationships with the show.
From Kill Tony to Joe Rogan and Beyond
Kill Tony became the platform that introduced Kim to a much larger audience, but his career did not stop there.
He began opening for Joe Rogan and Tony Hinchcliffe, two of the most important figures in the Austin comedy scene. His own website describes him as a Kill Tony regular who has opened for both comedians.
His connection with Rogan reached another level in September 2022, when he appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience alongside Tony Hinchcliffe.
The episode was JRE #1872, titled “Tony Hinchcliffe & Hans Kim.” It gave listeners several hours with Kim instead of the one-minute format that had helped make him recognizable on Kill Tony. The episode description identifies Kim as both a Kill Tony regular and the host of the Hans Kim Podcast and the live dating show Other People.
Kim has also talked openly about the amount of work behind his short comedy sets.
In Help! with Natalie Cuomo #102, “The Hans Kim Kissing Booth,” released in September 2023, he discussed writing a new minute for Kill Tony every week, his move to Austin, roast battles, opening for Joe Rogan and his appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. The conversation also touched on his writing routine, which Kim described as reaching around 2,000 words a day.
That detail changes how his one-minute performances look from the audience’s perspective. A Kill Tony minute may last only sixty seconds, but Kim has described a much larger process of writing, testing and cutting material behind it.
The same podcast episode explored one of the stranger recurring jokes connected with Kim: the “Who wants to kiss Hans?” bit, which became the inspiration for the episode’s title.
His career outside the show has continued to expand as well. The Hans Kim Podcast is a live conversation format recorded mostly in Austin, featuring guests from Kill Tony, UFC and the wider Austin comedy scene.
Hans Kim’s Projects and Career Today
Kim’s career is now much broader than his Kill Tony appearances.
The Hans Kim Podcast gives him a project of his own, while Other People, described as a live dating show, allowed him to experiment with a different kind of comedy format. His appearance on JRE #1872 specifically identified both projects alongside his Kill Tony work.
At the same time, Kill Tony remains an important part of his career.
In 2026, Kim continued appearing alongside the show’s regular cast and major guests. He was part of #751 with Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis, #754 with Bert Kreischer and Rick Ingraham, #756 with Jim Norton and Ian Fidance, #757 with Matt Rife, #758 with Donnell Rawlings and Trevor Wallace, #759 with Steve Rannazzisi and Joe List, and #760 with Steve-O and Tim Butterly. He also appeared in #761 with Adam Ray and Kim Congdon.
That is a remarkable continuation of a career that began with a 2-minute-and-41-second appearance in episode #177 back in 2016.
Kim is also actively touring. His official site currently lists 2026 dates in cities including Vancouver, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Waterford and Tacoma, alongside his continuing work in the Austin comedy scene.
What makes his career unusual is the way these pieces connect. The Seattle open mics led to one-liner comedy. The one-liners fit Kill Tony. Repeated Kill Tony appearances created a recognizable persona. That exposure helped lead to Joe Rogan, larger venues, podcasts and touring.
There was no single moment when Hans Kim suddenly became famous.
Instead, the career grew through repetition: another open mic, another minute, another Kill Tony appearance, another batch of jokes.
His first appearance was in 2016. A decade later, he is still appearing on Kill Tony, touring and developing projects outside the show. That long progression is what makes Hans Kim’s story more interesting than a simple biography of a comedian who happened to get discovered on a popular podcast.
Stand-Up Style
Kim’s comedy is built around short setups, unexpected punchlines and a controlled delivery. His style becomes clearer when looking at how he uses these techniques across different projects and formats.
What Defines Hans Kim’s Comedy?
- One-liner comedy: Kim often builds a joke around one idea rather than a long story. The setup gives the audience just enough information before the final line changes the meaning. This approach is also visible in The Hans Kim Podcast, where short observations can become jokes without interrupting the conversation.
- Observational humor: Dating, relationships, social behavior and awkward interactions provide recurring material. Other People, Kim’s live dating show, puts these subjects directly into the performance. Instead of simply telling jokes about dating, he can use an actual conversation as the starting point for a punchline.
- Deadpan delivery: Kim often delivers absurd material without a dramatic change in his voice or expression. His appearances on Fishing with David Lucas show this conversational side of his delivery. The humor comes from the contrast between an unusual statement and his calm reaction.
- Dark and offbeat humor: Kim can take an ordinary premise and push it toward a darker or stranger conclusion. The joke often depends on the sudden change in direction rather than an elaborate setup. His delivery stays controlled even when the subject becomes uncomfortable.
- Quick punchlines: Kim removes unnecessary setup and gets to the payoff quickly. This makes his material effective in short clips and conversational formats. On The Hans Kim Podcast, he can turn a comment or question into a joke within a few lines instead of building a separate routine around it.
- Crowd work: Audience interaction gives Kim material that cannot be completely prepared. Other People and the Hans Kim Kissing Booth both rely on unpredictable responses from other people. Kim has to listen, find the funny detail and respond before the moment loses its energy.
- The Hans Kim Kissing Booth: The recurring bit combines several elements of his style in one format. The premise is simple, but the humor comes from awkward reactions, unexpected answers and Kim’s understated responses. It also gives him opportunities to improvise rather than repeat the exact same joke.
- Other People: His live dating show demonstrates how Kim turns real social situations into comedy. The format gives him conversations, reactions and uncomfortable moments that can become material in real time.
- The Hans Kim Podcast: The podcast shows that his comedy does not depend on a traditional stage. Conversations with comedians and people from the Austin comedy scene give him space to use short observations, dry reactions and quick jokes.
- Nighthawks: Kim’s appearances on Nighthawks show another side of his performance style. In a filmed setting, he can rely more on conversational timing and understated reactions than on a conventional stand-up structure.
- Fishing with David Lucas: The relaxed format highlights Kim’s ability to make jokes without a formal setup. His dry delivery works naturally in conversation, where a reaction or short observation can become the punchline.
What Makes Hans Kim’s Style Stand Out?
Kim’s style stands out because of the amount of material behind each short joke and the way he develops ideas through repetition and testing.
- A high-volume writing routine: Kim has said that he can write around 2,000 words a day. He has also described using a Bluetooth keyboard with his phone so he can write wherever he is. The volume gives him a large pool of ideas to edit down into shorter jokes.
- Material built from real conversations: Kim has explained that much of his newer material comes from things that happen naturally in conversation. If he says something and people laugh, he can write it down and develop the idea later. This gives his observational comedy a more immediate source than material created entirely from hypothetical situations.
- A strong emphasis on editing: Writing thousands of words is only the first stage. Kim’s style depends on reducing those ideas to their most effective version. The finished joke can be only a few sentences long even when the process behind it is much longer.
- Timing over theatrical performance: Kim does not need exaggerated gestures or a dramatic change in voice to sell a punchline. The wording and timing carry most of the joke. This makes small changes in phrasing especially important to his performances.
- Experience with rapid material turnover: His long-running work in short-form comedy has required him to produce new jokes continuously rather than relying on one fixed routine. That creates a style based on constant replacement and refinement of material.
- A balance between writing and spontaneity: Kim’s comedy combines carefully written jokes with ideas that originate in real interactions. The written material gives him precision, while spontaneous situations provide new subjects and unexpected angles.
The result is a style based less on a single character or gimmick and more on process: write extensively, notice what gets a reaction, refine the idea and remove everything that does not improve the joke.
Best Kill Tony Appearances
Hans Kim has appeared on Kill Tony for years, giving viewers plenty of material to explore. The episodes below cover different parts of his career, from his early sets to recent appearances.
Hans Kim’s Early Kill Tony Appearances
- #177 — September 26, 2016: Kim’s first documented Kill Tony appearance at The Comedy Store’s Belly Room in West Hollywood. His set lasted 2 minutes and 41 seconds.
- #528 — 2021: A useful episode for seeing Kim during the Austin era as he was becoming an established regular.
- #535 — 2021: Another early Austin-era appearance that shows his short-form joke writing and dry delivery.
Best One-Minute Sets
Kim’s one-minute sets are the easiest way to understand his comedy.
- Short setups: He usually gets to the premise quickly.
- Fast punchlines: His jokes often move from setup to payoff without much explanation.
- Deadpan delivery: He rarely needs an exaggerated performance to sell a joke.
- High joke density: Several short ideas can fit into a single minute.
- Quick reactions: His responses during the post-set interview can add another layer to the performance.
For a first introduction, watch several of his one-minute sets rather than relying on a single episode. The repetition makes his writing style much easier to recognize.
Most Memorable Performances
Some episodes are particularly useful because of the guests appearing alongside Kim.
- #625 — Post Malone, Joe Rogan and Kurt Metzger: A high-profile episode that places Kim among several major names connected to the show.
- #671 — Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, H. Foley and Kevin Ryan: A strong choice for viewers interested in the wider Austin comedy and podcast scene.
- #685 — Sam Tallent: A more comedy-focused episode where Kim’s performance is not overshadowed by a huge celebrity lineup.
- #721 — Jimmy Carr: Interesting for the contrast between Kim’s dry, compact joke style and Carr’s more established one-liner approach.
Best Interviews
Kim’s interviews show a different side of his comedy from his prepared sets.
- Personal stories: Tony Hinchcliffe can move the conversation away from the jokes and into Kim’s life.
- Off-the-cuff reactions: Kim has to respond without having a prepared punchline.
- Dry humor: His understated responses work particularly well during unpredictable conversations.
- Writing insights: Interviews can also give viewers more context about how he develops material.
If you already know Kim’s stand-up, the interviews are a good way to understand his personality and timing outside the one-minute format.
Fan-Favorite Moments
Several recurring moments have become associated with Kim’s appearances.
- Hans Kim Kissing Booth: A recurring audience interaction that gives Kim a different type of performance opportunity.
- Audience reactions: His deadpan style becomes more noticeable when he responds to unexpected comments or situations.
- Tony Hinchcliffe interactions: The conversations after his sets can sometimes become as entertaining as the prepared material.
- Unexpected reactions: The live format means Kim cannot completely control where the conversation goes.
These moments are worth watching if you want to see Kim outside his standard one-minute routine.
Recent Kill Tony Appearances
Kim has continued appearing on Kill Tony in the current era of the show.
- #762 — Ari Shaffir, Kevin Ryan and H. Foley: A recent episode that brings Kim together with several comedians from the wider Kill Tony circle.
- #764 — Theo Von and Jelly Roll: A 2026 episode that gives viewers a look at Kim in the show’s current format.
- Recent appearances: These episodes are useful for comparing Kim’s newer material with his earlier performances.
Hans Kim Tour Dates
The Hans Kim tour schedule currently includes solo comedy shows as well as selected appearances with the Killers of Kill Tony live tour. Because comedy schedules and event lineups can change, the dates below should always be checked against the latest available listing before buying Hans Kim tickets.
Upcoming Hans Kim Shows
The following solo dates are currently listed on Hans Kim’s official tour schedule:
| Date | City | Venue | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2–3, 2026 | New Westminster, British Columbia | House of Comedy | Hans Kim |
| October 8–9, 2026 | Tulsa, Oklahoma | Bricktown Comedy Club | Hans Kim |
| October 10–11, 2026 | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | Bricktown Comedy Club | Hans Kim |
| November 6–7, 2026 | Waterford, Michigan | One Night Stan’s | Hans Kim |
| December 17–19, 2026 | Tacoma, Washington | Tacoma Comedy Club | Hans Kim |
These dates are listed as upcoming performances on Hans Kim’s official website. The Tacoma dates cover three consecutive days, while the Oklahoma City and Waterford dates include multiple performances.
Killers of Kill Tony Tour
Hanz Kim also appears on selected dates of the Killers of Kill Tony live tour. The lineup is not necessarily the same in every city, so each event should be checked individually.
Current listings identify Hand Kim among the performers for several 2026 dates, including shows in San Diego, San Jose, Cleveland, Columbus, Athens and Cincinnati.
Because the lineup can vary between cities, we do not list every Killers of Kill Tony date as a Hans Kim appearance unless his name is specifically included in the current event lineup.
Solo Stand-Up Shows
Solo club performances give Hans Kim a longer format than his appearances on Kill Tony.
His confirmed 2026 schedule includes comedy clubs in British Columbia, Oklahoma, Michigan and Washington. These shows are separate from the larger Killers of Kill Tony events and should be checked individually for exact performance times and ticket availability.
Cities and Venues
Hans Kim’s current schedule includes both established comedy clubs and larger venues connected with the Tony Hinchcliffe tour.
His confirmed solo venues include House of Comedy in New Westminster, Bricktown Comedy Club in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, One Night Stan’s in Waterford and Tacoma Comedy Club.
Updated Hans Kim Tour Information
Tour schedules can change. New dates may be added, existing shows can be rescheduled, and Killers of Kill Tony lineups may change from one city to another.
We update the hans kim kill tony tour information on our site in real time as new confirmed information becomes available. This makes the page a convenient source for checking the latest dates, cities, venues and announced lineups before planning a show or looking for tickets.
Ticket Information
Looking for Hans Kim tickets? Check the date, venue, showtime and seating category before purchasing. Ticket options and prices can vary by venue and performance.
Ticket Types
- General Admission — standard seating. At some comedy clubs, seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Premium Seating — better-positioned seats, often in the front rows. Bricktown Comedy Club and Tacoma Comedy Club both offer Premium seating for Hans shows.
- Early Shows — earlier evening performances, where available.
- Late Shows — later performances, which can have different availability and pricing.
Ticket Prices
There is no single fixed price for a Hans Kim comedian’s show\.The cost depends on the venue, date, showtime and seating category.
As a practical guide, current listings can range from around $60 to $110 or more on some ticket marketplaces, but these are not fixed official prices. Prices can change as tickets sell and availability decreases.
For the most accurate price, use the specific Hans Kim date in the tour table above rather than relying on a general price estimate.
Before You Buy
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- Date and city
- Venue
- Showtime
- General Admission or Premium seating
- Age restrictions
- Current ticket price
- Any venue-specific fees or policies
Some venues schedule more than one Hans Kim performance on the same day, so make sure you select the correct showtime.
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Videos
Watching Hans Kim perform is one of the best ways to understand his comedy. His short Kill Tony sets show his fast joke writing and deadpan delivery, while longer stand-up clips reveal how he develops those jokes into a complete performance. For anyone exploring hans kim comedy, these videos provide a useful introduction to his different performance styles.
The video selection below covers the main formats of his work. Start with Kill Tony if you are new to Kim, explore one-liners for his shortest material, and move to full stand-up sets or crowd work to see how he performs outside the one-minute format.
Best Hans Kim Videos
Hans Kim is best understood through his live performances. The videos below cover the formats that show his comedy most clearly, from short Kill Tony sets to full stand-up performances and unscripted crowd interactions.
Best Kill Tony Performances
Start here if you know kim hans mainly from Kill Tony. These performances show his trademark short sets, quick punchlines and dry delivery, as well as his reactions during the conversations with Tony Hinchcliffe after each set.
Best One-Liners
Kim is known for compact jokes that can reach the punchline in just a few seconds. This collection focuses on his strongest short-form material, making it a good choice for viewers who want to see his joke-writing style without watching a full set.
Stand-Up Clips
These clips show Kim outside the one-minute Kill Tony format. Longer performances give him more time to develop an idea, connect several jokes and build a complete piece of stand-up material.
Crowd Work
Crowd-work videos show Kim responding to real audience members rather than relying entirely on prepared material. Watch these clips for his quick reactions, dry responses and ability to turn unexpected answers into jokes.
Full Stand-Up Sets
A full set gives the clearest picture of Kim’s work as a touring stand-up comedian. Instead of seeing isolated jokes, viewers can follow how he builds a performance from beginning to end and how his shorter jokes fit into a longer routine.
Hans Kim Podcast
The Hans Kim Podcast offers a different way to see the comedian. The episodes feature conversations with guests from comedy and the Austin scene, giving viewers more time to hear Kim talk, react and interact outside a stand-up performance.
If you want to understand Hans Kim beyond his Kill Tony appearances, the podcast is a useful place to continue after watching his stand-up.
FAQ
Who is Hans Kim?
Hans Kim is a stand-up comedian known for his appearances on Kill Tony, where his short sets and dry delivery helped him become one of the show’s established regulars. He has also toured with Joe Rogan and Tony Hinchcliffe.
Where is Hans Kim from?
Hans Kim is based in the Austin, Texas comedy scene. He became closely associated with Austin after moving there from Seattle and developing his career through the local stand-up circuit.
How old is Hans Kim?
Hans Kim’s exact age and date of birth are not reliably confirmed in the sources used for this article. Rather than publish an unverified age, it is safer to leave this information unspecified.
When did Hans Kim join Kill Tony?
Hans Kim first appeared on Kill Tony in 2016. His first documented appearance was on episode #177, recorded at The Comedy Store’s Belly Room in West Hollywood.
Is Hans Kim still a Kill Tony regular?
Yes. Hans Kim is still listed as a Kill Tony regular on his official website. The site also currently promotes The Regular Show in Austin, where Kim is among the comedians who can appear. The lineup is subject to change.
What is Hans Kim known for?
He is best known for his Kill Tony appearances, short-form joke writing, dry delivery and work as a touring stand-up comedian. He has also opened for Joe Rogan and Tony Hinchcliffe.
What type of comedy does Hans Kim perform?
Kim’s stand-up is built around short jokes, one-liners and a dry, understated delivery. His live performances can also include crowd interaction and longer material outside the one-minute Kill Tony format.
Is Hans Kim touring in 2026?
Yes. His official website currently lists 2026 performances in New Westminster, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Waterford and Tacoma. Additional dates may be added or changed, so the latest schedule should be checked before making travel plans.
Where can I see Hans Kim live?
Hans Kim performs at comedy clubs and as part of larger live comedy events. His official 2026 schedule currently includes House of Comedy in New Westminster, Bricktown Comedy Club in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, One Night Stan’s in Waterford and Tacoma Comedy Club.
Is Hans Kim part of Killers of Kill Tony?
Yes. Hans Kim has performed as part of the Killers of Kill Tony live touring format. However, the lineup can vary by city and date, so his participation should be confirmed for the specific event you plan to attend.
What is Hans Kim net worth?
There is no officially confirmed figure for djhanskim net worth. Online estimates vary widely and are not supported by reliable financial records. His income comes from stand-up comedy, touring, podcasting and other entertainment work, but his exact net worth is not publicly known.
What is the Hans Kim Podcast?
The Hans Kim Podcast is a live conversation podcast recorded mostly in Austin. According to Kim’s official website, the show features guests from Kill Tony, the UFC and the Austin comedy scene.
Where can I watch Hans Kim videos?
Hans Kim’s performances can be found through Kill Tony’s online episodes, stand-up clips and other comedy videos. His official website also provides access to his podcast and links to his social and video platforms.