WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 849 - Pete Davidson
Sep 24, 2017
Pete Davidson, the comedian known for his raw honesty and humor on Saturday Night Live, shares his unique journey from a lonely childhood on Staten Island to comedy stardom. He opens up about the impact of watching Eddie Murphy's standup and a life-changing trauma that sparked his passion for humor. Davidson discusses the challenges of navigating personal loss and mental health, highlighting how laughter became his lifeline. This candid conversation reveals the resilience behind his charismatic persona.
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Teen Loneliness Sparked Early Weed Use
- Pete started smoking weed at 16 after being invited to a party because he lived nearby.
- He used smoking to make friends and became the group's "little man."
Staten Island Shaped His Social Life
- Pete describes Staten Island as a bleak place where he felt unwelcome and socially isolated.
- Leaving showed him the problem was the environment, not only himself.
Father Killed On 9/11 Changed Everything
- Pete's father was a firefighter who died on 9/11 when their truck was one of the first over the bridge.
- He was seven and the loss left confusion, false hopes, and lasting emotional impact.