Lex Fridman Podcast

#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!

Jan 8, 2022

Mark Normand, a stand-up comedian known for his dark and hilarious humor, dives into the complexities of love and resilience, blending comedy with poignant reflections. He discusses the contrasting comedy scenes in New York and Los Angeles, sharing personal tales of bombing on stage. Mark also explores the interplay between self-criticism and self-love, while highlighting the cultural significance of comedy as a societal mirror. Their conversation weaves through themes of creativity, solitude, and the transformative power of humor, making for an insightful and entertaining listen.

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Is the Joke Done?

01:21

Advice for Young People: The Key to Happiness and Satisfaction

02:09

Finding Your Comedy Voice

00:22

Intro

4min

Navigating Challenges with Focus and Clarity

4min

Navigating Love's Complexities

3min

Reflections on Resilience and Identity

12min

The Balance of Self-Love and Self-Criticism

2min

The Musical Magic and Transformation of New York

8min

Comedy's Dual Realities: NY vs LA

20min

The Art and Impact of Comedy

14min

Comedy and Culture in Austin

12min

10.

The Future of Emotions and Automation

12min

11.

Crafting a Fulfilling Career

6min

12.

Navigating Solitude and Connection

16min

13.

The Evolution of Life and the Art of Comedy

2min

14.

Exploring Mortality Through Comedy and Creativity

2min

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Mark’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/marknorm
Mark’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/marknormand
Out to Lunch (special): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDolNU89SXI
The Standups: Season 3 (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/80175685

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OUTLINE:
Here’s the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time.
(00:00) – Introduction
(08:45) – Love
(11:51) – Childhood in New Orleans
(26:37) – New York
(35:11) – LA vs NY
(44:25) – Advice for new comedians
(58:57) – Crafting jokes
(1:00:59) – Norm Macdonald
(1:08:32) – Favorite medium
(1:12:43) – Austin
(1:19:04) – Sending people to space
(1:20:37) – Robots with human emotion
(1:24:08) – Self-driving vehicles
(1:28:15) – Future of human interaction
(1:32:22) – Advice for young people
(1:36:22) – Rapid random questions
(1:54:09) – Meaning of life

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