Podcast Summary
Bert Kreischer's Impact: Bert Kreischer's adventurous spirit and dedication to fitness inspired him personally and professionally, paving the way for other comedians to sell out arenas.
Bert Kreischer, a well-known comedian, is known for his adventurous and contagious energy, even encouraging his friends to join him in extreme activities like rollercoasters. He is also a fitness enthusiast, having been inspired by his trainer George Pipsick and starting his fitness journey in his 50s. Andrew Dice Clay, a fellow comedian, admires Bert's energy and his ability to bring arenas full of people to laughter. Bert's influence extended to comedy itself, being the first comedian to sell out arenas, paving the way for other comedians to follow. This shows that Bert's adventurous spirit and dedication to fitness have made a significant impact on both his personal and professional life.
Instagram entertainment: Approaching strangers for genuine, organic entertainment on Instagram can lead to unexpected and amusing interactions, as demonstrated by Andrew Dice Clay's account.
The Instagram account run by Andrew Dice Clay, where he approaches strangers asking if they're there for a picture, has become a source of genuine, organic entertainment. The account gained popularity due to its real and unscripted moments, and Dice Clay's playful antics. The account was inspired by his past experiences of filming comics at comedy clubs and his love for messing with people. Now, with the widespread use of smartphones, he approaches strangers in public places and asks if they're there for a picture, often surprising and amusing them. This simple yet entertaining concept has captured the attention of many and become a favorite Instagram account. Additionally, the conversation touched upon Zbiotics pre-alcohol, a genetically engineered probiotic designed to help mitigate the rough mornings after drinking by breaking down the toxic byproduct in the gut caused by alcohol consumption.
Stepping out of comfort zone: Embracing challenges and taking risks can lead to incredible opportunities and experiences, but staying true to oneself and building relationships are crucial for success
Sometimes stepping out of your comfort zone and taking risks can lead to incredible opportunities and experiences. The speaker shares an anecdote about how he was initially hesitant to perform in front of large crowds, but eventually came to embrace the challenge and even went on to open for a famous rock band at a stadium concert. He also mentions how his comedy career gradually took off after being rejected by other networks and eventually finding success with Netflix. The speaker emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not phoning in performances, even when faced with big opportunities. Additionally, he highlights the importance of building relationships and being open to new experiences, as these can lead to unexpected and exciting collaborations.
Comedian's performance consistency: Comedian Mike Birbiglia maintains consistent intensity and connection with audiences in large arenas and small clubs, focusing on his own performance to make every show the best it can be, while emphasizing self-care for personal happiness and growth.
Comedian Mike Birbiglia's career has seen a gradual progression from small clubs and theaters to larger arenas and amphitheaters. Despite the size difference, he maintains the same intensity and connection with the audience, judging their energy and response. He's learned over the years that even if the crowd isn't great, it's best not to tell them. Instead, he focuses on his own performance and making every show the best it can be. The surprise is that the energy and connection with the audience stays consistent regardless of venue size. Additionally, Birbiglia emphasizes the importance of self-care, including therapy, to maintain personal happiness and growth.
Gratitude for simple things: Expressing gratitude for small accomplishments and simple things in life can bring joy and positivity, but it's also important to be aware of personal limits and seek help when needed.
Gratitude and appreciation for simple things in life can bring joy and positivity, even in mundane moments. Steve, the speaker, expresses this attitude by being thankful for small accomplishments, like being able to put on pants or open his eyes in the morning. However, he also experiences anxiety and fear, especially when trying new things like edibles, which can lead to unexpected and intense experiences. It's important to be aware of personal limits and tolerances and to seek help when needed. Additionally, the speaker shares his past experiences with gambling, emphasizing the importance of being present, focused, and willing to take risks, while also recognizing the potential consequences of losses.
Mindset and Confidence in Gambling: Asserting rights within casino rules and maintaining a confident mindset can help turn around a losing streak in gambling, but knowing when to quit is also crucial
Having the right mindset and confidence can significantly impact one's success in gambling. The speaker shares a story of how he managed to turn around a losing streak of $150,000 by asserting his demands to the casino staff, ultimately winning back over $455,000. However, it's important to note that not all gamblers win every time, and losing is also a part of the experience. The speaker acknowledges this and emphasizes the importance of knowing when to quit and not letting greed take over. Additionally, the speaker mentions the importance of being aware of the casino rules and asserting one's rights within those rules. Overall, the story illustrates the power of confidence and determination in turning around a losing streak in gambling.
Gambling and Comedy: Gambling and comedy both require taking risks and having confidence, but it's important to be true to oneself and enjoy the experience without getting too close to the audience.
Gambling, whether it's in cards or comedy, requires taking risks and having confidence. The speaker shares stories of his experiences with gambling, both the significant wins and losses. He mentions how he used to have a knack for winning at cards but eventually stopped due to the recession and the need for money. He also shares his discomfort with fans and meeting them in person, preferring to keep a distance and focus on entertaining them through his comedy. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and enjoying the art form without getting too close to the audience.
Comedian's discomfort with meet and greets: Comedian shares unease with meet and greets due to inappropriate fan behavior and negative experiences, emphasizing the importance of trusting instincts in personal and professional interactions.
The speaker, a comedian, shares his discomfort and past experiences with meet and greets and public interactions, particularly those involving unwanted physical contact. He shares stories of fans grabbing him inappropriately or trying to instigate fights, leading him to avoid organized meet and greets. The speaker also discusses his experiences acting, including auditioning for and working with Woody Allen. Despite initial hesitation, he found the experience thrilling and appreciated Woody Allen's direction on set. Overall, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and trusting one's instincts in both personal and professional interactions.
Scorsese's directorial approach: Trusting actors to embody characters leads to memorable performances. Persevere in the face of adversity to succeed in the entertainment industry.
Martin Scorsese's unique directorial approach allows actors to fully embody their characters, leading to memorable performances. Terrence Winter shared an anecdote about working with Scorsese on Vinyl, where Bobby Cannavale was initially hesitant to disregard the written lines. However, Scorsese encouraged him to learn and perform the new lines given by Dice. This trust and freedom resulted in a strong bond between the actor and director. Furthermore, Winter discussed his own experiences in the film industry, sharing that he faced cancel culture before it had a name and was blacklisted for years. However, he persevered and eventually got to work with some of the greatest actors and actresses. He emphasized the importance of staying dedicated to one's craft and continuing to work hard, even if success doesn't come early in life. Overall, Winter's conversation with Bert Kreischer highlighted the significance of trust, creativity, and perseverance in the entertainment industry.