Success in comedy requires a great deal of sacrifices that the person who is 98% of the way there isn't making, but ultimately comes down to one’s ability to deal with the suffering that comes with such success.
Comedian discusses the culture of competition in the comedy industry and how he uses data and analytics to enhance his personal contribution to the community. He reflects on the talk up and flowery language that often accompanies success.
The podcast discusses the shift in comedic humor and how it has become more serious and politically correct, with also mentioning the impact of changes in societal norms with a reference to a joke about OJ Simpson made during a rehearsal.
Pacing and rhythm are crucial to the success of a joke, often leading to different reactions from audiences even if the joke is told the same way each time.
A humorous story about a white lady in rural Georgia's take on hotdogs and the difficulty of special ordering them.
The comedian expresses his struggle with knowing what to do with his hands during a stand-up performance, including using the mic cord as a prop in one of his specials.
The speaker discusses growing up with parents who made a baseline level of survivable income, the financial opportunities of working in the entertainment industry and how their environment bolstered their ambition to pursue comedy.
The speaker recounts a time when he had to hide in a Wendy's bush and got scared by a mother and her two little boys in the window.
Two people discuss masturbating, the future of milk, and random personal questions in this comedic and nonsensical conversation.
Comedian Bobby Lee opens up about his struggles with feeling like an outsider, his recent work on a Netflix show, and the impact of his upbringing on his comedy.
Comedian Michelle Buteau talks about how emotional investment in comedy can often make it more effective and relatable.
The speaker expresses their excitement and satisfaction in being able to pursue comedy as a career and make money doing it.
The speaker reminisces about the days when comedians wrote great jokes and didn't resort to racist or gay humor, and talks about a particular comedian who made fun of himself and his non-existent family.
This podcast episode touches on the speaker's desire to perform a comedy show in Greece, the influence of Joe Rogan on the comedy scene, and the need for it to be a special and successful event before proceeding.
Comedian Bobby Lee's penis size is discussed and his tendency to downplay it despite being a "grower not a shower." The conversation also touches on censorship in comedy and the limitations placed on comedians.
Comedian Daniel Tosh discusses the pressure to always be funny and the challenges of making jokes in personal settings where they can often be misunderstood or offensive.
Der Sprecher diskutiert über eine Verletzung an seinen Ballen und erzählt eine amüsante Anekdote über die Bestellung einer Sex-Puppe mit überdimensionalen Brüsten.
The hosts discuss the difficulties they faced when setting up their studio. From the length of cords to finding a company to provide them with the necessary equipment, they recount their experiences of creating an intimate setting for the show.
In this episode, the speaker highlights the toxicity and prejudices prevalent in the comedy industry, leading to adverse impacts on mental health and relationships, influenced by the predatory nature of the field.
The podcast features rambling and incoherent conversations, with frequent non-sequiturs and mispronunciations.
The hosts try to call Mike Agarvino while he's on vacation, jokingly guessing that he's on the beach sipping on Mai Tais or tequila, and invite him to say hi to his fans.
Comedian Mike Birbiglia shares how he landed an audition for The Martin Short Show without even realizing it and the role Martin Short played in his comedy career.
Comedian Bert Kreischer recounts a time a fan asked for a photo while he was at a low point before shooting his Netflix special.
The speaker talks about meat and how some people take cooking too seriously, before transitioning to a story about guests at his comedy show who talked throughout the entire performance.
A lighthearted conversation among friends about pets, underwear, and weapons.
The hosts of the podcast have a conversation about how they often get sidetracked during podcast episodes, and joke about the many tangents and inside jokes that occur during recordings.
The host recounts the story of paying for dinner for 35 movie stars before being invited to see Chris Rock perform at the Comedy Store. Chris had many big names in the crowd, and the host reflects on the experience as a comedian.
The speaker talks about an incident where someone asked if they were there to perform a comedy show. The speaker and their friend laugh hysterically, and the speaker mentions that they are wearing Target shoes.
The comedy world has become dominated by podcasts, to the extent that having one has become a necessity to be seen as a legitimate comedian. This has caused an increase in happiness among comedians and a sense of community due to the support they receive from their listeners.
The episode features the character Doug Sexy, a child in school who is too angry to approach. The episode follows Moe and his group as they try to get a baby back from Lumer and his partner Hattie Seth Powers. This transcript also includes an advertisement for the "Leading Corporate Transformation" podcast.
The tagline was kind of a spoiler. The podcast that recommends 2,000 of it per day. That was the worst.
The speaker discusses her reluctance to meet her friend's suburban baby due to her focus on comedy.
Sam Morante is a defense attorney.
A humorous dialogue between friends discussing pencil erasers, hotel visits, and the love of mutual friends.
This podcast transcript features a discussion on Louis C.K's father's day joke about the greatest moment for any father when he finally gets his child strapped into the car seat.