Ep. 45: Roy Wood Jr. on recipe for ONE SUPER COMIC, Touring, and how missteps often shape our success stories

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I'll never forget the first time I caught Roy Wood Jr. on stage in LA; his electrifying presence had the crowd in stitches. Now, I'm beyond thrilled to bring that same infectious energy directly to your ears as Roy joins me to peel back the curtains on a career that's had us laughing all the way from comedy clubs to The Daily Show. Sit back and absorb the anecdotes of our shared history, from the heartfelt care package he sent during my deployment to his unforgettable stint at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Roy's narrative isn't just a series of punchlines – it's a masterclass in the resilience and connection that defines the comedy landscape.
Cleveland's notorious weather, it turns out, may just be the secret ingredient to appreciating a good joke. In a conversation that meanders through preferred climates and memorable locations, Roy and I find common ground in the oddest of places. From LeBron James' effect on the city's morale to musing over who'd play us in a biopic – Keenan Thompson and Idris Elba, if you're listening, we've got some ideas – we tackle it all. Our banter extends beyond stages and screens, touching on the passions that color our lives offstage, and yes, that includes a shared love for video games and baseball cards.
Wrapping this episode is a bit bittersweet, like ending a great night out with an old friend. Roy's candid reflection on bombing at the Apollo Theater is a poignant reminder that our missteps often shape our success stories. This chat isn't just about the laughs we've shared; it's a heart-to-heart on the lessons learned in and out of the spotlight. So, as I extend my gratitude to you, the listeners, for joining us on this journey, remember to stay tuned for more stories and insights that continue to ignite the torch of humor and humanity.

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Chapters

1. Intro, background of how Martin and Roy met, and care packages (00:00:00)

2. Why life is great right now (00:06:22)

3. How the industry has changed since first coming onto the scene in 1998 (00:07:33)

4. With all the traveling, years of hard work, and consistency, what Roy has learned the most (00:10:55)

5. Three comics Roy would combine into one super comic (00:12:00)

6. Memorable set that bombed and the gift it gave afterward (00:15:32)

7. Advice to anyone, whether first time bombing on stage or whatever their pursuit is at the time to best recover (00:17:34)

8. Unusual habit or absurd thing that Roy loves (00:19:06)

9. If there was a GIANT BILLBOARD that he could place anywhere in the world with his message on it for the world to see, where would the billboard be and what would the message say? (00:21:35)

10. Locations, Comedy, and Movie Recommendations (00:22:07)

11. If a movie were made about Roy’s life, who would play him? (00:24:14)