A Note from James:
Gosh, I can't believe the story Jackie just told about Jeffrey Epstein and Trump and Clinton and everything, but first:
Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling wrote for many years, 15 years for Howard Stern, wrote for Rodney Dangerfield, is an awesome standup comedian. He's just an all-around good guy. I remember the last time Jackie was on the podcast was years ago and, we were talking about what constitutes a "dirty joke".
And he sent me these two huge books, like academic books, about the history of the dirty joke. That's the kind of just generous, good guy Jackie is. He just sent these books and they're fascinating.
Jackie and I got together today. We talked about his history and what's going on and the documentary, 'Joke Man'. It's his whole story. It's really interesting. And his whole career is interesting.
Towards the end - he didn't really hold back - but, I got him to tell this story of his experience with Jeffrey Epstein - and he's innocent of anything, don't make any assumptions there - but it was just a fascinating story.
So here he is, Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling.
Episode Description:
The episode weaves together the intriguing personal and professional tales of Jackie 'The Joke Man' Martling, touching upon his comedy career, notable relationships, and memorable experiences with figures like Jeffrey Epstein, Donald Trump, and Bill Clinton. It also details the evolution of Martling's documentary, 'Joke Man,' portraying his comedic journey and life anecdotes.
James and Jackie talk about the evolution of the music industry from the era of Columbia Record Club to the digital age, exploring the changing dynamics of music consumption and artist revenue. Jackie tells stories anecdotes about Willie Nelson, the effects of the pandemic on New York's entertainment scene, and ambitions for a new comedy venue are discussed, highlighting a profound passion for comedy, music history, and the art of storytelling.
Episode Summary:
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:52 Reconnecting with Old Friends
02:42 The Gymnastics Journey
04:52 The Comedy Scene and Connections
08:45 The Art of Joke Telling
11:32 The Howard Stern Show Experience
14:10 The Post-Show Life
16:06 The Art of Networking
17:12 The Comedy and Life Philosophy
37:31 The Jeffrey Epstein Story
44:17 Unexpected Dinner with Jeffrey Epstein
44:48 The Power of Jokes and Humor
45:21 A Glimpse into the World of Famous Personalities
46:25 The Art of Comedy and Storytelling
47:31 An Unusual Encounter with Jeffrey Epstein
49:56 The Dark Side of Donald Trump
51:08 Reflections on Jeffrey Epstein's Scandal
52:42 The Unpredictable Nature of Fame
55:02 The Journey of 'Joke Man' Documentary
55:30 The Legacy of the Stern Show
01:17:38 The Impact of a Controversial Article
01:24:03 A Final Anecdote: Yogi Berra and Moonstruck
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