CumTown (07-19-2016) David Cross ft. David Cross - Cumtown (11)
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May 30, 2025 David Cross, a stand-up comedian and actor known for his work on sketch shows like Mr. Show, joins a hilarious conversation that dives into his unique career experiences. He chats about political candidates, humorously debating their viability and touching on private life anecdotes. David shares relatable stories of car thefts and gives quirky advice on pet names. The lively banter extends to pop culture, from 90s TV nostalgia to the weight transformations of actors. It's an entertaining mix of laughs, insights, and lighthearted critiques.
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Sketch Comedy Roots
- David Cross recounts his background on Mr. Show and working with Bob Odenkirk, highlighting his sketch comedy pedigree.
- He frames comedy as non-commodified work and resists ranking jokes like musical hits.
Phone Call Chaos
- The hosts struggle with tech and dialing issues before connecting to David Cross's customer service line.
- David jokes he's his own customer service rep and answers informally from upstate New York.
Test Big Guests With Small Experiments
- The hosts run a dry run for their first phone guest to test the single-headphone setup.
- They intentionally keep expectations low and iterate from small experiments before larger bookings.
