The Tim Dillon Show 261 - Please, Die Alone
Jul 18, 2021
Kunal C. Arora, a rising comedian and longtime friend of Tim Dillon, talks about their journey from Long Island to navigating the comedy scene. They reflect on the changes in New York, the humor behind podcast monetization, and the complexities of mental health among comedians. The duo shares personal stories about returning home and the nostalgia of their early comedy days. They also discuss the challenges of finding authenticity and belonging in the industry while maintaining a lighthearted take on societal issues like vaccination.
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Call Her Daddy Deal
- Tim Dillon believes the "Call Her Daddy" podcast's $60 million deal won't be profitable for Spotify.
- He suggests their merchandise, still owned by Barstool Sports, drives most of their revenue.
Kunal's Podcast Experience
- Kunal Arora tried listening to "Call Her Daddy" but found it wasn't to his taste.
- He jokes the only merchandise he'd buy would be a hat with the show's title.
Inflated Podcast Deals
- Tim Dillon observes podcast deal amounts have become inflated.
- He predicts companies will eventually scale back investments after realizing their miscalculations.