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Norm's Letterman Nervousness
- Norm Macdonald described being nervous and avoiding watching his own Letterman debut, even laying face down hiding his eyes before going on.
- This reveals his early insecurities despite eventual comedy success.
Material Defines a Comedian
- Norm believes comedians' material and style define them, not just their unique voice or charisma.
- He noticed that having strong material is crucial to succeed in sitcoms, not just personality alone.
Meeting Sinbad: Comedy Lesson
- At his first Montreal comedy festival, Norm met Sinbad; Sinbad joked about odd sock stores, which Norm didn't find funny initially.
- This moment made Norm realize he lacked awareness of comic timing and audience connection.