Comedian Sam Jay discusses Dorchester life and performing in Black rooms, recalling a brawl on stage. They also talk about crowd surfing and share stories of bombing and breaking things on stage during a tour. The podcast ends with a shocking story that makes the speaker reflect on their behavior.
Taking drugs before a performance can lead to unexpected situations, but improvisation can save the set.
Crowdsurfing can result in inappropriate audience interactions, prompting caution during crowd interactions.
Deep dives
Bombed on Shrooms
During a recording for an online show, the comedian took a shroom and weed combo, not realizing it would be a full production. After forgetting what to say on stage, she picked it up, got laughs, and saved the set.
Worst Crowd Experience
During a live show on tour, the comedian crowdsurfed but had a negative experience. Kids in the audience stuck their fingers up her butt crack, grabbed her private parts, and even shoved a hot dog in her back. She learned to be more cautious about crowd interaction.
Bombing with Jonathan Gates
The comedian toured with comedian Jonathan Gates, who mentored her early in her career. During one show, she bombed in front of an all-black crowd, leaving her speechless on stage for minutes before eventually regaining her composure and salvaging the set.
Comedy Fight in a Club
At a comedy club in LA, two comedians, one with a restraining order against the other, got into a physical fight during a show. The audience witnessed a brawl between the two, showcasing the tension between them.
Eric and Sam talk about Dorchester life and performing in Black rooms. Plus, Sam remembers a brawl breaking out on stage involving fists and chairs. Be careful when you crowd surf, might want to protect ya booty hole.
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