The hosts discuss how pushing boundaries in humor and topics can lead to increased success, despite potential backlash, and the challenges of hiring a writer on a tight budget.
A comedian discusses the pressure of trying to differentiate from your parents and the benefits of working at a comedy club, such as getting stage time.
Comedian Andrew Polk discusses the challenges of performing comedy in a city that's already known for partying, and the different audience expectations between men and women.
Comedian Tom Papa discusses the potential future of stand-up comedy in a socially distant world while reflecting on the importance of audience interaction in a successful comedy show.
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.
The speaker reflects on the ups and downs of their career in comedy, acknowledging the role of luck in success but also the meritocracy that can exist in the field.
Comedian Burt Kreischer talks with Joe Rogan about identity, cancel culture, and the changing landscape of comedy.
A humorous story about a white lady in rural Georgia's take on hotdogs and the difficulty of special ordering them.
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.
The host discusses the difficulty of comparing different skills, such as comedy, singing, and martial arts expertise.
The way a comedian handles a situation on stage with a low-energy audience can make or break their performance, and it's important to read the room and adjust accordingly.
Comedian Todd Glass talks about purifying the audience by saying things that make some people uncomfortable during his stand-up routines. He and the host discuss the abundance of content on platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime, as well as the surprise of learning how many people have Amazon Prime.
Comedian Joe List talks about Pete Davidson's nonchalant attitude while filming a movie together and how it differed from Joe's own mindset.
Trevor Wallace thanks Annie, Wreck, and Juice for being on the show and jokingly reassures fans that Bobby Lee is doing well. They end the show by advertising Annie's new podcast and joking about Bobby's conquests in New York.
Despite his portrayal as an underdog in "Back to School," Rodney Dangerfield was actually a highly popular comedian with college students in the late 1970s.
From the early days of comedy to shows like SNL, there have been pivotal moments where incredibly talented people have come together and produced iconic comedy that has stood the test of time.
The podcast episode features a discussion with random tangents and non-sequiturs about strange topics that range from sports to nature.
A comedian shares a story of being misidentified as Albanian and discusses his past joke about Russians being the scariest white people.
In this comedy bit, John Mulaney hilariously tries to pronounce the word "geriatric" during a visit to his doctor.
The podcast features rambling and incoherent conversations, with frequent non-sequiturs and mispronunciations.
The speaker reminisces about falling in love with a female comedian during a hosting gig and discusses a memory of a sketch involving Mrs. Garrett and a carrot.
The speaker discusses his love for comedy and how it brings people together, despite pushback from some religious individuals.
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.
In this episode, the hosts warn listeners of offensive humor and proceed to tell their favorite jokes, resulting in laughter and discussion.
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.
Comedian Donnell Rawlings discusses the highs and lows of his comedy career and the pressure to perform characters, impressions, and catchphrases to succeed.
Comedian Shane Gillis talks about his experiences getting a massage, seeing a kid fall off a bike ramp, and children playing with a clothesline, which leads to some NSFW conversations.
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 podcast hosts discuss when it's appropriate to intervene if someone's joke crosses the line into abuse.
Sam Morante is a defense attorney.
A humorous dialogue between friends discussing pencil erasers, hotel visits, and the love of mutual friends.