Chapter

What Drives Stand-up Comedians
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08:13 - 16:53 (08:39)

Stand-up comedians have different drives that keep them going such as the need to be heard, the need to make people laugh, as well as expressing what they think needs to be said.

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In this episode, the guest speaks about the therapeutic need for writing, its role in their life, and also discusses some tricks of the trade.
08:13 - 12:23 (04:09)
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Writing
Summary

In this episode, the guest speaks about the therapeutic need for writing, its role in their life, and also discusses some tricks of the trade.

Chapter
What Drives Stand-up Comedians
Episode
Ep 43: Margaret Cho on Comedy, Bisexuality, and The Slow-Carb Diet
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Kathy Griffin discusses her early inspirations and her decision to pursue comedy professionally at the age of eight.
12:24 - 15:28 (03:04)
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Comedy
Summary

Kathy Griffin discusses her early inspirations and her decision to pursue comedy professionally at the age of eight.

Chapter
What Drives Stand-up Comedians
Episode
Ep 43: Margaret Cho on Comedy, Bisexuality, and The Slow-Carb Diet
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Comedian and actor, Adam Scott, shares how his comedy mentor instilled a sense of gratitude towards his gifts which has stayed with him throughout his life.
15:28 - 16:53 (01:24)
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Gratitude
Summary

Comedian and actor, Adam Scott, shares how his comedy mentor instilled a sense of gratitude towards his gifts which has stayed with him throughout his life. While he doesn't have a particular routine for practicing gratitude, he maintains an attitude of gratitude towards the work he does every day.

Chapter
What Drives Stand-up Comedians
Episode
Ep 43: Margaret Cho on Comedy, Bisexuality, and The Slow-Carb Diet
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show