3 chapters across the catalog
Open Mic Comedy, Jerry Seinfeld, Stand-up Artistry
Glen Ocsko shares a story about being unexpectedly pulled on stage for an open mic set at a singles comedy night. He describes the adrenaline of getting an audience to laugh and his newfound respect for the craft. Jonnie Jensen recommends Jerry Seinfeld’s Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee as a resource for understanding the art of comedy.
Being Fine Book, George Carlin, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
The host mentions his contribution to the book "Being Fine," which features 18 stories of men hitting rock bottom. They discuss George Carlin’s critique of the word "fine" and the raw nature of humor seen in Jerry Seinfeld’s "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee," noting how comedians often view the world through a unique, sometimes wild lens.
Comedy Legends, Jon Belushi and Jerry Seinfeld
A discussion of 70s and 80s comedy highlights the careers of Jon Belushi, Richard Pryor, and Dudley Moore, noting how their work serves as a commentary on the social standards of their era. A recent documentary about Jon Belushi on Sky/Virgin prompts a comparison between Belushi’s anarchistic genius and Jerry Seinfeld’s professional, modern approach to comedy. The host reflects on Belushi's quote about preferring anarchy over professionalism and questions if such a persona can succeed in the modern world.
