109. Gary Gulman Returns: Work Friends or Friend Friends?
Sep 25, 2023
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Stand-up comedian Gary Gulman returns to the podcast as Mike and Gary evaluate the true level of their friendship. They discuss vulnerability in comedy, unhappiness vs. depression, and the advice Gary got from Larry David. They also delve into the dynamics of being called a nerd, navigating happiness, overcoming fears, and the power of simple truth. They reflect on the impact of the pandemic, balancing comedy with family, and the challenges of parenthood. The chapter also covers best and worst nicknames, loneliness in art, jokes about Jesus, and personal experiences with Jewish pride.
The podcast discusses the evaluation of the nature of friendship between Mike and Gary Gulman.
Vulnerability in comedy and distinguishing between unhappiness and depression are explored in the podcast.
The speaker shares their appreciation for the friendship with Gary Gulman and expresses the desire to continue collaborating on jokes.
Deep dives
Discovering Jesus was Jewish
The speaker recounts the moment they realized Jesus was Jewish, and references their own experience with being ignored.
The power of metaphors in loneliness
The speaker discusses the connection between loneliness and great art, and the anxiety and insecurity that can come from social connections.
Different times and blame
The speaker explores the idea of blaming others during different times, using Jesus and a husbands blaming their wives as examples.
The importance of effective altruism
The speaker discusses the concept of effective altruism and their monthly contributions to the Helen Keller Foundation and givewell.org.
Strengthening friendship and comedy collaboration
The speaker expresses their appreciation for the friendship and jokes shared with Gary Gullman, and expresses a desire to strengthen the friendship and continue collaborating on jokes.
Mike and Gary Gulman have been friends for a long time, but what kind of friends? Real friends or just work friends? Gary returns to the podcast and he and Mike evaluate the true level of their friendship. Plus they discuss vulnerability in comedy, unhappiness vs. depression, and the advice that Gary got from Larry David.