Nikki Glaser quickly becomes best friends with Anna Faris as they discuss porn star orgasms, asking for what you want during sex, and the difference between a funny man and a funny woman. They also give some Unqualified advice to a caller. Later, they talk about their experiences with auditions, awkward teenage experiences, deal breakers in relationships, and Love is Blind.
Being a successful comedian requires honesty and vulnerability on stage.
Crafting jokes involves finding trends and themes in material to create a cohesive performance.
Open and honest communication about desires and boundaries is crucial in romantic relationships.
Deep dives
The Importance of Being Funny in the Stand-Up World
Being a successful comedian requires honesty and vulnerability on stage. Comedians who are open and honest about their lives and experiences tend to resonate more with audiences. Nikki Glaser discusses her favorite stand-up comedians who are not afraid to be vulnerable on stage and share personal stories. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and connecting with the audience on a deeper level.
Crafting Jokes and Building a Stand-Up Routine
Nikki Glaser shares insights into the process of crafting jokes and building a stand-up routine. She discusses how her style has evolved over the years, starting with one-liner jokes and gradually developing into longer bits. Glaser emphasizes the importance of finding trends and common themes in one's material to create a cohesive and engaging performance. She also discusses the balance between writing jokes and performing them, highlighting the importance of delivery and timing.
The Challenges of Aging in the Entertainment Industry
Nikki Glaser and the podcast host discuss the challenges of aging, particularly in the entertainment industry. They reflect on societal expectations and the pressure to maintain a youthful appearance. Glaser expresses her frustration with the emphasis placed on a woman's looks and how it can impact their career. She shares her own struggle with accepting the aging process and discusses the importance of self-acceptance and finding worth beyond physical appearance.
Navigating Intimacy and Communication in Relationships
The conversation touches on the complexities of intimacy and communication in romantic relationships. Glaser and the host discuss the need for open and honest communication about desires and boundaries. They explore the societal dynamics that can create challenges in addressing and fulfilling sexual needs. Glaser also reflects on personal experiences and the importance of mutual understanding and consent in sexual relationships.
Main Idea/Key Point 1
The caller, Brittany, is in a 10-year relationship with a man who has renal failure. Despite her love for him, she found text messages from him to another woman and his ex-girlfriend. When confronted, he downplayed the situation, dismissing her feelings. Brittany is questioning the future of their relationship, feeling insecure and not fully trusting him. Nikki and Anna encourage her to prioritize her own happiness, stand up for herself, and consider leaving the relationship.
Main Idea/Key Point 2
Brittany is also the primary caretaker for her boyfriend's kidney disease, which adds to her feeling trapped in the relationship. She hides her relationship struggles from her judgmental family. Nikki advises her to protect herself and not to feel guilty. They both urge Brittany to address the lack of trust in her relationship, communicate her needs openly, and consider exploring other options outside of this 10-year relationship.
Nikki Glaser [Not Safe with Nikki Glaser, Perfect, Good Clean Filth, Bangin’] quickly becomes Anna’s best friend while talking about porn star orgasms, asking for what you want during sex, and the difference between a funny man and a funny woman. Nikki and Anna then give some Unqualified advice to caller Britney.
