The Bossticks Ari Shaffir - How To Keep Going After Failures, Comedy, Cancel Culture, & Pursuing A Creative Career
Jul 24, 2024
Comedian Ari Shaffir discusses pursuing a creative career, dealing with failures in comedy, and staying true to oneself. Topics include bizarre interview experiences, resilience of comedians during lockdown, unexpected comedy show experiences, and tips for handling social performance pressure.
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Bombing On Stage Story
- Bombing on stage is a common yet painful experience for comedians, even after years of performing.
- Ari recalls bombing in front of a girl he wanted to impress, which completely ruined the moment.
Own Your Bombs On Stage
- When a joke bombs, call attention to the silence and acknowledge the failure.
- This approach relieves tension and shows confidence to the audience.
Drunk White Women Leave Angry
- Most angry audience members who walk out of comedy shows tend to be drunk white women.
- Their anger often stems from wanting to be the center of attention, not from the comedy itself.