Brian Regan & Jackie Flynn on The Tonight Show & Setlists
Apr 17, 2024
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Comedians Brian Regan and Jackie Flynn share insights on crafting setlists, performing on The Tonight Show, and memories with legends like Rodney Dangerfield. They discuss their comedy routines, auditions, and unexpected career twists, offering a glimpse into the challenges and humor of the entertainment industry.
Crafting setlists for tours involves refining material for different cities.
Performing on The Tonight Show can significantly impact a comedian's career.
Creating self-generated projects is instrumental in developing an acting career.
Deep dives
Comedians Brian Regan and Jackie Flynn Join Adam Carolla at Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club
Comedians Brian Regan and Jackie Flynn sit down with Adam Carolla at Jimmy Kimmel's comedy club in Las Vegas. Brian, a household name in stand-up comedy, shares his touring process, including traveling by tour bus and perfecting his material for different cities. Discussing the craft of stand-up, they touch on developing new material and the importance of constantly refining jokes through performance.
The Journey of Getting on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson
Brian Regan recounts his experience auditioning for The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. He shares the pressure and thrill of making it onto the show, highlighting the significance of being part of an elite circle of stand-ups who performed while Carson hosted. Brian reflects on the process of refining material and the impact of appearing on a show like The Tonight Show on a comedian's career.
Seinfeld's Support and Humble Beginnings in Stand-Up
Brian Regan and Adam Carolla discuss Jerry Seinfeld's early support for Brian, emphasizing Seinfeld's dedication to the craft of comedy. They delve into the humility and confusion that can accompany success and recognition in the entertainment industry. Reflecting on their own backgrounds, they explore how their upbringing has influenced their work ethic and perspective on acceptance in the comedy world.
Journey to Comedy Success
The podcast discusses the journey to success in comedy and the practical aspects of pursuing a career in stand-up. It highlights the challenges comedians face in balancing artistic passion with financial considerations. The speakers share personal experiences of starting out in comedy, setting modest financial goals initially, and later realizing the lucrative potential of the profession. They emphasize the importance of hard work, persistence, and a pragmatic approach to stand-up comedy.
Creating Opportunities in Acting
The episode delves into the challenges of transitioning into acting within the entertainment industry. The speakers reflect on their limited opportunities in acting roles and the significance of self-generated projects. They discuss how relying on comedian connections often leads to acting opportunities and how creating their own work has been instrumental in developing their acting careers. The conversation highlights the importance of proactive networking, persistence, and self-reliance in pursuing acting roles.
Comedians Brian Regan and Jackie Flynn join Adam for a special podcast in Las Vegas at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club. The guys chat about coming up with setlists while on tour and using old material on stage. The guys then chat about doing The Tonight Show and Brian tells the story of how he auditioned and performed for Johnny Carson. The guys also share old memories about Rodney Dangerfield and Jerry Seinfeld.
For more with Brian Regan and Jackie Flynn:
● “LOUDERMILK" is streaming now on Netflix
● TWITTER: @BrianReganComic
● TWITTER: @JFlynnComedy
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