Chapter

The Struggle of Headlining Comedy Shows
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22:36 - 26:08 (03:32)

The difficulty of headlining a comedy show includes following a good middle act, and anxieties about payment. Confidence plays a role too, where some people may not be talented but appear confident on stage.

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Comedian Bill Burr reflects on his early career in stand-up and the importance of recognizing the difference between talent and confidence in the entertainment industry.
22:36 - 23:27 (00:51)
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Entertainment Industry
Summary

Comedian Bill Burr reflects on his early career in stand-up and the importance of recognizing the difference between talent and confidence in the entertainment industry. He shares how he developed the strength to persevere and succeed.

Chapter
The Struggle of Headlining Comedy Shows
Episode
Rob Schneider (Part 1)
Podcast
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The challenge of headlining in comedy involves following a strong middle act and dealing with checks going out.
23:27 - 25:24 (01:57)
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comedy
Summary

The challenge of headlining in comedy involves following a strong middle act and dealing with checks going out. This requires a full-time commitment.

Chapter
The Struggle of Headlining Comedy Shows
Episode
Rob Schneider (Part 1)
Podcast
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Kevin James discusses the transition from doing stand-up comedy with limited compensation to becoming famous on SNL, and how that changed the game for him and his peers in the 90s.
25:24 - 26:08 (00:44)
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stand-up comedy
Summary

Kevin James discusses the transition from doing stand-up comedy with limited compensation to becoming famous on SNL, and how that changed the game for him and his peers in the 90s.

Chapter
The Struggle of Headlining Comedy Shows
Episode
Rob Schneider (Part 1)
Podcast
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade