Chapter
Pursuing a Career in Comedy
06:12 - 10:34 (04:21)
The speaker discusses his desire to pursue a career in comedy and acting, despite being raised to value job security, and the advice he received before graduating from college.
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In this episode, the host and guest discuss how their upbringing and desire for security impacted their career choices, and the importance of taking risks and facing fears in order to pursue one's passions.
06:12 - 07:42 (01:29)
Summary
In this episode, the host and guest discuss how their upbringing and desire for security impacted their career choices, and the importance of taking risks and facing fears in order to pursue one's passions.
ChapterPursuing a Career in Comedy
Episode857 Jim Gaffigan: Life Lessons From a Comedy Genius
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speakers discuss how they overcame their fear of public speaking, despite experiencing debilitating anxiety at the mere thought of it.
07:42 - 08:15 (00:33)
Summary
The speakers discuss how they overcame their fear of public speaking, despite experiencing debilitating anxiety at the mere thought of it. They found that comedy was the best way to ease themselves into it.
ChapterPursuing a Career in Comedy
Episode857 Jim Gaffigan: Life Lessons From a Comedy Genius
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Despite societal expectations and financial pressures, a young man shares his desire to become an actor and comedian, inspired by the success of other public speakers, even after playing arena football where he was getting paid only $300 a week.
08:15 - 10:34 (02:18)
Summary
Despite societal expectations and financial pressures, a young man shares his desire to become an actor and comedian, inspired by the success of other public speakers, even after playing arena football where he was getting paid only $300 a week.