The Joe Rogan Experience #1726 - Chuck Palahniuk
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Oct 27, 2021 In this engaging conversation, Chuck Palahniuk, the award-winning author of "Fight Club," discusses the impact of censorship on modern writers and the absurdities of life and literature. He shares intriguing insights into ancient humanoid species and their myths, while also humorously exploring the challenges of sensitive storytelling and the complexities of gym culture. Palahniuk reflects on his unique writing process, emphasizing the intimacy of handwriting and the joys of creating impactful narratives in an ever-evolving cultural landscape.
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Geek Love
- Chuck Palahniuk discusses Geek Love, a novel about a couple who intentionally have deformed children to save their circus.
- He admires the book's absurdist existentialism, a genre he enjoys.
Absurdist Existentialism
- Palahniuk suggests that absurdist existentialism arises when life feels too messed up to fix.
- Authors like Vonnegut and Robbins explored this genre, finding joy and freedom in its craziness.
Confederacy of Dunces
- Palahniuk notes that Confederacy of Dunces, despite winning a Pulitzer, couldn't be filmed due to its offensive humor.
- He believes the book's popularity protects it from being fully canceled.