Jesus Trejo

Comedian Jesus Trejo discusses his Latino comedy influences, Zach Justice talks about social media influencer journey. Topics include OJ Simpson in tribute, Joan Rivers fat shaming Oprah, and pursuing comedy despite challenges and norms.

Jesus Trejo knows he put in the work to become a paid regular at The Comedy Store, spending years doing open mic spots and performing at 1am for a handful of people. Not to mention paying his dues unclogging toilets at the club and putting up Mitzi Shore's Christmas tree. But even with all of that behind him, Jesus still breaks out in a sweat when he tells Marc about those times he completely bombed as he was trying to learn the ropes. Jesus also tells Marc about being a caregiver for both his parents and what gave him the courage to work that real life scenario into his act. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesus Trejo, a comedian known for his Showtime special "Stay At Home Son," shares insights on the journey of stand-up comedy and the evolution of humor during the pandemic. He discusses the challenges of being a bilingual performer and the cultural significance of names in comedy. The conversation also delves into the power of emotions, the intricate bond between thoughts and physical reactions, and the role of community in fostering creativity. With anecdotes about live performances and personal growth, Trejo's humor brings light to the complexities of his craft.