The Joe Rogan Experience #1973 - Joey Diaz
Apr 21, 2023
Joey Diaz, a renowned stand-up comic and host of "Uncle Joey's Joint," shares his vibrant life experiences. He humorously navigates the bizarre world of Hollywood and the funeral industry, discussing the heavy realities of mortality and political leadership. Diaz reflects on the evolving landscape of comedy, his personal battles with substance use, and the comic relief found in traffic woes. With anecdotes about music's transformative power and the legacy of icons like James Brown, he strikes a balance between humor and heartfelt wisdom.
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Quick Friendship
- Joe Rogan and Joey Diaz quickly became friends due to their shared understanding of each other's personalities.
- Rogan felt comfortable around Diaz because he was authentic, unlike the actors Rogan was used to in L.A.
Six Feet Under Pitch
- Joey Diaz pitched an idea about two hoodlums working at a funeral parlor to HBO in 1998.
- HBO liked the idea but ultimately passed, and a similar show, Six Feet Under, came out later.
Open Casket Experience
- Joe Rogan recounts seeing his grandfather in an open casket and realizing he wasn't there.
- This experience sparked Rogan's curiosity about the existence of the soul and the nature of life.
