Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum IKE BARINHOLTZ: Passing the Crazy Test, Post-MadTV Dry Spell & Major Jeopardy Regrets
Dec 3, 2024
Ike Barinholtz, a talented actor and comedian well-known from 'MadTV' and 'The Mindy Project,' shares his journey from a comedy-filled childhood to navigating the ups and downs of showbiz. He discusses the reality check after 'MadTV,' his fears joining the writing team for 'The Mindy Project,' and how he passed the 'crazy test' in his writing. Ike also reflects on his memorable stint on 'Celebrity Jeopardy' and offers tips on improv, making for an entertaining dive into the world of comedy and personal growth.
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Early Comedy Influences
- Ike Barinholtz's family encouraged his comedic interests.
- They allowed him to watch R-rated movies like Blazing Saddles and Trading Places at a young age.
Revenge of the Nerds moment
- Ike Barinholtz recalls seeing Revenge of the Nerds as a child and being captivated by the "bush" scene.
- This was a pivotal moment in his comedic development.
High School Comedy Dreams
- Barinholtz and his writing partner, Dave Stassen, wrote a comedy column for their high school newspaper.
- They dreamed of writing for shows like Seinfeld and later moved to LA together.