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From Selling DVDs to the Big Screen
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12:52 - 19:02 (06:09)

The journey of a comedian from working at the Four Seasons to becoming a paid regular at comedy clubs and theaters with no TV or film credits, relying only on performing, shaking hands, taking pictures, and selling DVDs. From providing chicken satay and scotch to celebrities to running lines with them, it's been a surreal journey.

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The host talks about his journey from being a waiter to working in showbiz and how he ended up running lines with Robert De Niro in Alabama.
12:52 - 15:31 (02:39)
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Showbiz
Summary

The host talks about his journey from being a waiter to working in showbiz and how he ended up running lines with Robert De Niro in Alabama.

Chapter
From Selling DVDs to the Big Screen
Episode
Sebastian Maniscalco: It's An Italian Thing
Podcast
Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
Adam Ray discusses the slow process of establishing a fan base as a stand-up comedian and the challenges of touring to gain popularity without TV or film credits.
15:31 - 19:02 (03:30)
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Stand-up comedy
Summary

Adam Ray discusses the slow process of establishing a fan base as a stand-up comedian and the challenges of touring to gain popularity without TV or film credits.

Chapter
From Selling DVDs to the Big Screen
Episode
Sebastian Maniscalco: It's An Italian Thing
Podcast
Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa