Roy Wood Jr
Comedian and Moth alum who hosts this episode of The Moth Radio Hour; introduces storytellers and frames the episode theme of fatherhood.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 1min
122. Roy Wood Jr: Perfect Jokes From an Imperfect Messenger
Comedian Roy Wood Jr discusses the evolution of his stand-up material, sharing insights into crafting jokes about sensitive topics like his father's infidelity. They explore the controversial aspects of stand-up comedy, react to not taking over The Daily Show, and discuss live performances and comedy versatility. The speakers also challenge the stereotype of dads as losers and share their process of crafting jokes, including humorous observations about drugs.
Aug 11, 2023 • 27min
The Legends and Evolution of the Hip Hop Industry
2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, and the genre has seen so many changes over time. Daily Show correspondent, Roy Wood Jr, dissects the history of old-school hip hop. Also, DJ D-Nice and Grammy-winning rapper, Nas, discuss their impact on hip hop and their feelings about its evolution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 7, 2023 • 35min
The NFL Tackles Race and Safety
Trevor chats with Roy Wood Jr about the dangers of football and lack of Black head coaches in the NFL. D.L. Hughley talks with Dominique Foxworth about improvements in the league over time, racial discrimination in coaching hires, and the significance of black quarterbacks in the Super Bowl.
