
Adam Carolla Show Where Was Ari Shaffir on January 6th? + Spencer Pratt CLOWNS Karen Bass In LA Mayoral Debate
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May 11, 2026 Ari Shaffir, stand-up comedian and podcaster known for fearless storytelling and dark humor, talks about his storytelling show The End and an eight-month travel habit. He shares travel routines, writing practices, and putting together indie comedy productions. They also react to newsy bits like Spencer Pratt’s debate moment, Mark Hamill’s controversial post, and a viral firefighter cat rescue mishap.
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Hammock In Ecuador During January 6th
- Ari describes multi-month travels in Latin America where days were hikes, coffee, hammocks and minimal planning.
- He recounts being in a hammock in Ecuador during January 6th, getting texts later and feeling no emotional impact.
Carry A Tiny Notebook For Quick Bits
- Capture comedy bits lightly while traveling but don't force writing; let material fallow.
- Ari uses a small discontinued Mosque-Guy notebook and jots brief observations, then lets ideas mature.
Building A Storytelling Show With Friends
- Ari created The End storytelling show by leveraging peers to contribute and sharing profits rather than fixed fees.
- He flew big-name comics by private jet to The Box in New York and cut them into profits to keep creative control.

