The chapter delves into the chaos and challenges faced in the comedy industry, focusing on experiences at a show with heavy intoxication and behind-the-scenes insights at a comedy club. It touches on the demanding journey to success for newcomers, gender dynamics, and evolving roles in the service industry, while reminiscing about past comedians and the art of joke writing for TV projects.
Shane Gillis, Mark Normand, and Ari Shaffir are stand-up comics, writers, and podcasters.
Shane is the co-host of "Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast" with Matt McCusker and one half of the sketch comedy duo "Gilly and Keeves" with John McKeever. Watch his new comedy series, "Tires," and special, "Beautiful Dogs" on Netflix.
www.shanemgillis.com
Mark is the co-host of the podcasts "Tuesdays with Stories" with Joe List and "We Might Be Drunk" with Sam Morril. Watch his latest stand-up special, "Soup to Nuts," on Netflix.
www.marknormandcomedy.com
Ari is the host of the "You Be Trippin'" podcast. His latest comedy special, "Ari Shaffir: Jew," is available now via YouTube.
www.arishaffir.com
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