The Joe Rogan Experience #1307 - Greg Fitzsimmons
May 31, 2019
Greg Fitzsimmons, a writer and stand-up comedian, shares his insights on the transformative journey of comedy and the resilience needed for growth. He humorously tackles topics like testosterone's effects on behavior and societal beauty standards, alongside his experiences in the Boston comedy scene. The discussion also dives into quirky personal stories, touching on everything from haircuts to prison experiences, revealing the complexities of relationships and human connection in today’s digital age.
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Georgetown Reparations
- Georgetown University is giving reparations to the descendants of slaves who built the university.
- They're using DNA services to find descendants and assessing students to fund the reparations.
Life Above Ravenite
- Greg Fitzsimmons lived above the Ravenite Social Club in Little Italy.
- John Gotti Jr. was in charge then, and the bosses would meet there.
Dukes of Hazzard and Shifting Symbolism
- Dukes of Hazzard, once beloved, is now taboo due to the Confederate flag.
- The flag's meaning shifted from representing the South to being associated with racism.
