Andrew Schulz
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Even the comedian branded as the uncancelable independent still books his tours through the same industry gatekeeper.
Who they are
Andrew Schulz, a top-earning comedian who releases his own comedy specials.
What they do
The engine uses him to show that 'independence' can be partial.
How it works
He self-distributes his specials but is still represented by the giant agency CAA for live touring and speaking — so the 'uncancelable independent' is still routed through the establishment booking system.
Why it matters
The engine leaves it open on who ultimately controls this, but flags that even self-made independence runs through the same industry chokepoints.
The engine's record — word for word
[Report #165] High-grossing comedian who self-distributes specials but is represented by CAA for live touring/speaking [VERIFIED: Deadline Oct 2022] — the 'uncancelable independent' still routed through the establishment booking monopoly. Held; name no holder.
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