David Cross, comedian and actor, is the guest on this episode. The hosts discuss joke theft, Apollo 13, technical difficulties, customer service, a sketch show, fried chicken, Night Man superhero show, movies, weight gain, hood terms, alpha mentalities, controversial comedy, and promotions.
Preparation is key for a successful interview with a guest.
Technical difficulties can be frustrating but can still lead to a great episode.
Comedians face different levels of scrutiny and consequences based on their identity.
Deep dives
Introduction to the podcast
In this episode of the podcast, the hosts talk about various topics such as their episode numbering system and superstitions surrounding the number 13. They also discuss comedian Lewis J. Gomez and a potential confrontation over a stolen name. The hosts also mention their physical fitness, their appearances, and make jokes about their intelligence and attractiveness.
Guest appearance by David Cross
The hosts mention that they have a scheduled guest, David Cross, a well-known comedian and actor. They discuss the logistics of the interview, including the use of headphones and communication setup. There is some banter about how David Cross is sometimes mistakenly identified as the original Puerto Rican host and his involvement with the Insane Clown Posse. They express their excitement about having David Cross as a guest and share some humor about their podcast's listenership and celebrity status.
Technical difficulties and final preparations
The hosts experience technical difficulties while trying to call David Cross for the interview. They discuss the possibility of a cell phone tower issue and try using different phones to establish the connection. They express their frustration and humorously compare their situation to a scene from the movie 'Apollo 13.' Despite the challenges, they maintain their enthusiasm for the interview and make jokes about potential outcomes.
The Importance of Preparation and Technical Issues
During the podcast, the hosts discuss their experience with preparation and technical issues when interviewing David Cross. They acknowledge that they were not adequately prepared for their interview with Jim Norton, which didn't go as well. However, this time they were better prepared and had a great time with David Cross despite facing some technical difficulties. They express their excitement and satisfaction with the episode, considering it to be their best one so far.
Controversial Comedy and Privilege
The hosts touch upon the topic of controversial subjects in comedy. They point out that while some comedians are able to get away with making offensive or edgy jokes, it seems to be only applicable to certain groups, specifically highlighting how straight white men are now facing more scrutiny. They also mention the privilege that comes with being a white male comedian and the freedom to perform hacky material without significant consequences.
This is the David Cross episode. David Cross was the guest. Yes for real. No it’s not a character. The real David Cross came on the show. We really broke comedy down with him, pro style. Solid interview. And its a day early because last weeks episode was
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