Take Your Shoes Off w/ Rick Glassman Nikki Glaser 2.0
Oct 17, 2023
In this podcast, Nikki Glaiser and Rick Glassman have a lighthearted conversation about ice coffee, personal preferences, and stirring. They discuss ticket count and easy collaboration with a sponsor. They explore the concept of embracing being alive and following strong performers. They talk about negotiating comedy show lineups and the difference between headlining and featuring. They share their experiences with traveling for comedy shows and discuss acting, singing, and prioritizing others' feelings. They cover topics like jealousy, oral sex, female comedians, tipping at massage places, and the TV show Suits. They discuss their comedy show travel plans and busy schedule. They surprise a guest and reconnect with Uncle Bob, bringing joy and reminiscing about funny moments.
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Respect The Lineup And Communicate
- When following or featuring another comedian, prioritize timing and respect the lineup to avoid hurting other performers' chances.
- If you need to adjust a show's running order, communicate clearly and give colleagues notice so everyone can do their set fairly.
Shame Fueled A Nonjudgmental Style
- Nikki explains empathy grows from wanting others not to feel the shame she carried herself.
- That impulse shapes her nonjudgmental approach and the way she crafts comedy to make people feel accepted.
Comfort Sells Material
- Performing comfort sells material because audiences project their own nerves onto the performer.
- Being 'one second ahead' helps artists control the audience's perception while staying present on stage.