Joe Pera, comedian and star of the stand-up special 'Slow & Steady' on YouTube, joins BJS for the first time. They talk about Nick Cannon's Wild N Out, Brandon defending his honor at an open mic, and Joe's new special 'Slow & Steady' which you can watch on YouTube. They also discuss YouTube's rise, high school shenanigans, language barriers, the unkindness of the internet, performing in different locations, and Joe Pera's new special.
The podcast discusses the different audience dynamics and expectations that come with performing in various venues and cities.
The hosts share amusing anecdotes about encounters with hecklers and rowdy audience members, highlighting the challenges of handling these situations during a performance.
The conversation explores societal changes regarding humor and the standards to which comedians are held, reflecting on past comedy shows and cultural shifts that have influenced audience reactions and expectations.
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Summary: Podcast Episode
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss various topics, including the comedy scene, audience dynamics, and memorable experiences. They talk about Joe Para's new special and his performances at different venues. They share anecdotes about encounters with hecklers and rowdy audience members. The conversation also touches on societal changes regarding humor and the cultural impact of certain comedy shows and characters. The hosts reflect on their early influences, such as Comedy Central specials and British comedy programs. They discuss the expectations and challenges faced by comedians in different cities and countries. Overall, the episode provides a window into the world of comedy, the diversity of audience reactions, and the experiences of performers on stage.
Performing in Different Venues
The hosts discuss Joe Para's performances at various venues, including comedy clubs and different cities. They explore the different audience dynamics and expectations that come with each location.
Dealing with Hecklers and Rowdy Audiences
The hosts share amusing anecdotes about encounters with hecklers and rowdy audience members during comedy shows. They discuss the challenges of handling these situations and the pressure to deliver a good performance amidst distractions.
Evolving Standards of Humor
The conversation delves into societal changes regarding humor and the standards to which comedians are held. They reflect on past comedy shows and cultural shifts that have influenced audience reactions and expectations.
Early Influences and Comedy Programs
The hosts share their early influences in comedy, including Comedy Central specials, British comedy programs, and iconic comedians. They discuss the impact of these shows on their own comedic styles and sensibilities.
Joe Pera joins BJS for the first time and talks with us via satellite. We talked about Nick Cannon’s Wild N Out, Brandon defending his honor at an open mic 10 years ago, and his new standup special “Slow & Steady” which is on YouTube TONIGHT.
Go see Jamel tomorrow in New Orleans ( buy tickets here )
Brandon standup dates (https://linktr.ee/Brandonwardell)
11/3 Morgantown, WV
11/4 Pittsburgh, PA
11/5 Cleveland, OH
11/15 Las Vegas, NV
11/16 Salt Lake City, UT
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