Chapter
Exploring Nature's Darkest Facets
50:41 - 55:31 (04:50)
The podcast discussion revolves around how nature has a dark side and the different channels that explore nature's scary side like 'Nature's Metal' Instagram channel. They also caution against going too far and exploring historical horrors like Hitler and Stalin because it goes beyond the limit of darkness, making it absurd.
Clips
The speaker discusses his natural inclination towards making jokes that explore dark historical places and occurrences, rather than just going to the absurd like Mark Norman.
50:41 - 52:09 (01:28)
Summary
The speaker discusses his natural inclination towards making jokes that explore dark historical places and occurrences, rather than just going to the absurd like Mark Norman.
ChapterExploring Nature's Darkest Facets
Episode#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The essential work of a stand-up comedian is finding who you are, and it is a difficult task.
52:09 - 53:53 (01:43)
Summary
The essential work of a stand-up comedian is finding who you are, and it is a difficult task. Even though it takes time, it is worth it.
ChapterExploring Nature's Darkest Facets
Episode#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The conversation dives into the exploration of dark comedy, where comedians tend to gravitate towards their "shit" a little more and explore the edge of society's taboos.
53:53 - 55:31 (01:38)
Summary
The conversation dives into the exploration of dark comedy, where comedians tend to gravitate towards their "shit" a little more and explore the edge of society's taboos.