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Staying True to Yourself in Stand-up Comedy
14:09 - 16:33 (02:24)
A comedian reflects on the challenges of growing up Jewish in a predominantly Southern Baptist area, including the prevalence of anti-Semitic comments he received. Despite the pressure to conform, he has stayed true to his own style of comedy.
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The speaker talks about their decision to leave LA to prioritize their mental health over potential success as an actor, leading to the opportunity to pursue stand-up comedy in New York.
14:09 - 15:04 (00:55)
Mental Health
Summary
The speaker talks about their decision to leave LA to prioritize their mental health over potential success as an actor, leading to the opportunity to pursue stand-up comedy in New York.
ChapterStaying True to Yourself in Stand-up Comedy
Episode"David Cross"
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The guest reflects on the anti-Semitic comments he faced growing up in a Southern Baptist community and how he has remained true to himself in his stand-up comedy career.
15:04 - 16:33 (01:29)
Stand-Up Comedy
Summary
The guest reflects on the anti-Semitic comments he faced growing up in a Southern Baptist community and how he has remained true to himself in his stand-up comedy career.