E466 Anthony Jeselnik

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Oct 10, 2023

Anthony Jeselnik, a stand-up comedian known for his sharp and dark humor, dives into a variety of intriguing topics. He discusses his obsession with the macabre and hilariously recounts his infamous school fight video. Jeselnik offers insights into his writing process, sharing how he creates 100 jokes in a week. The conversation also touches on navigating loneliness in the comedy world, the quirks of childhood mischief, and the decline of Comedy Central, all sprinkled with his trademark wit and irreverence.

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Loneliness of Success

Anthony Jeselnik discusses the loneliness of success as friends move on to different projects.
He mentions the difficulty of maintaining friendships while touring and re-entering society after being on the road.

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Marriage and Societal Pressure

Many people get married because they feel societal and familial pressure, not genuine desire.
Anthony Jeselnik believes it's a bad financial decision and prefers not to have kids.

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Childhood Anecdotes

Theo Von and Anthony Jeselnik share anecdotes about their childhoods, including suspicions of Down syndrome and being a large baby.
Jeselnik jokes about being paraded in Pittsburgh due to his size.

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