DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, comedian Alex Edelman shares his journey into the world of comedy and the creation of his acclaimed show 'Just For Us'. He discusses how he started performing at open mics and honing his skills through various storytelling nights and preview shows before taking the show to Broadway. Edelman also talks about the importance of constantly learning from others and surrounding himself with people who are smarter than him.
Edelman reveals the thought process behind 'Just For Us', where he explores the theme of assimilation by voluntarily attending a meeting of white nationalists to understand their perspectives. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with challenging ideas and encouraging audiences to have discussions rather than providing definitive conclusions.
The episode delves into Edelman's personal life, as he reflects on the toll live performances can take, both mentally and physically. He also shares his desire to take a break and potentially start a family, while acknowledging the constant drive to keep working and creating new material.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The importance of constant learning and surrounding oneself with people who are smarter.
- The value of encouraging discussion and interpretation rather than providing definitive conclusions.
- The mental and physical toll of live performances and the need for a supportive community.
- The journey of honing one's craft through open mics, storytelling nights, and preview shows.
- The balance between pursuing one's passion and making time for personal life and relationships.
- The importance of self-awareness and turning perceived weaknesses into strengths.
- The thought process behind exploring challenging themes and perspectives in creative works.
- The newfound respect for the demanding nature of live theater performances.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I monetized my childhood adhd and turned it into something that could be exploited in front of audiences.“ by David
- “If you give people narrative closure but don't give people, like, ultimate closure, then they'll discuss it, right?“ by David
- “I've only ever dated genius gorgeous weirdos, and so, you know, what a compliment.“ by David
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Episode Information
Drama Queens
iHeartPodcasts
6/20/24
Comedian Alex Edelman is having a moment in the spotlight. Yet, he admits his 8-year-old self would never believe he works in an industry that requires talking in front of so many people.
The writer, producer, and comic joins Sophia to talk about how he got his start in comedy and the journey from open mic nights to Broadway with his highly acclaimed show "Just For Us". He dives into the valuable lessons he learned while crafting the show and how he felt receiving a Special Tony Award for his work.
The comedian also discusses his criteria for choosing jobs, his distinct pet peeve, and what he's looking for in his next relationship!
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