The Challenges of Being a Stand-up Comedian in the Eyes of Family

The podcast episode discusses the speaker's personal experiences with stand-up comedy and the reactions they received from their family. The speaker shares a specific incident where a joke about their alcoholic grandmother led to negative feedback from their family. This highlights the tension between personal artistic expression and familial expectations. The episode delves into the speaker's journey in stand-up comedy, including their work on SNL and their experience as a parent. The discussion touches on balancing a comedy career with family life, the vulnerability of performing comedy, and the importance of trusting one's own opinions and choices.