The Comedy of Performance Anxiety

In this chapter, the speakers share humorous anecdotes about the pressures and oddities of performing stand-up comedy on late-night shows. They discuss the experience of being unexpectedly 'bumped' from performances, the quirks of pre-show nerves, and the relief that sometimes accompanies canceled obligations. The conversation reveals the emotional complexities of wanting to succeed while navigating the inherent anxieties of live performances.