Persistence and Pushing Out of Comfort Zones

In this episode, comedian Nate Bargatze joins me to discuss his rise to success in the world of stand-up comedy. Hailing from Tennessee, Nate's unique brand of clean, relatable comedy has earned him a loyal following and critical acclaim. We talk about his experiences touring nationally and internationally, working with comedy legend Chris Rock, and balancing his stand-up career with writing for television.

Some highlights we explore:

• The journey to becoming a stand-up comedian, including the challenges and lessons learned along the way
• Finding inspiration in family and childhood experiences to create comedy material
• The importance of clean comedy and relatability in connecting with audiences
• Touring the country and the world as a comedian, and adapting to different cultures and audiences
• Working with Chris Rock on the Total Blackout Tour, and the lessons learned from the experience
• Balancing a career in stand-up with writing for television, and the benefits of working in both mediums
• Nate's tips for crafting jokes and storytelling, including the importance of being authentic and finding your own unique voice

Enjoy!