Duncan Trussell Family Hour 626: Alex Rubens
Jul 17, 2024
Alex Rubens, showrunner of Krapopolis and writer for Key & Peele and Rick and Morty, discusses navigating ideological comedy, exploring nihilism, idealism, and humanism in art, and reflecting on belief systems and personal values. The conversation also touches on writing, comedy, social commentary, and the connection between joy and suffering.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Embracing Desires and Finding Joy in Physical Exercise
04:52 • 17min
Navigating Ideological Comedy
21:42 • 6min
Preparations for a Family Vacation
27:41 • 1min
Exploring Psychedelic Retreats and Transformation
28:50 • 6min
Exploring Nihilism, Idealism, and Humanism in Comedy and Art
34:45 • 18min
Exploring Belief Systems and Personal Values
53:15 • 24min
Reflecting on Writing, Comedy, and Social Commentary
01:17:27 • 10min
Exploring Ideology, Democracy, and the Nature of Existence
01:27:41 • 20min
Exploring the Connection Between Joy and Suffering
01:47:11 • 3min