The Joe Rogan Experience #2042 - Joe List
Sep 30, 2023
Joe List, a stand-up comedian and co-host of "Tuesdays with Stories!", shares hilarious insights into live performances and the nuances of comedy venues. He dives into the effects of substance use in the comedy scene, reflecting on its evolution. The conversation takes a twist with topics like heart innovations, digital communication privacy, and the societal impacts of 9/11 versus COVID-19. List also humorously critiques cinematic oddities and touches upon the struggles of maintaining authenticity amid fame, all while invoking classic comedic nostalgia.
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Cigar Etiquette in Green Rooms
- Joe List expresses gratitude for the well-ventilated green room at the Comedy Store.
- He recounts an offer to smoke cigars in another green room, but declined due to smaller audience size.
Reflections on Substance Use Among Comics
- Joe List jokes about problematic drunks in green rooms, envisioning future restrictions on alcohol access.
- Rogan and List reminisce about past comics who were known for excessive substance use, primarily cocaine.
Substance Use and Success in Comedy
- Joe List and Joe Rogan agree that sustained heavy drinking is detrimental to success in comedy.
- They discuss how cocaine use contributed to the downfall of some comedians.
