About this episodeJustin Martell shares anecdotes from his unconventional upbringing, including strict discipline and exposure t…AI summary
Justin Martell shares anecdotes from his unconventional upbringing, including strict discipline and exposure to adult environments, which shaped his comedic perspective. He discusses his career highlights, notably meeting Joan Rivers and working on Fashion Police, while reflecting on the evolution of the comedy scene. The conversation also covers personal health routines involving parasite cleanses and humorous stories about parenting and social interactions.
Key takeaways 5
Unconventional parenting: Justin's father used 'loopholes' like putting a phone book in his butt before spanking to avoid lying to his mother, and took him to bars instead of using traditional discipline for school trouble.
Joan Rivers' work ethic: Justin met Joan Rivers through a friend who was her assistant; she was described as a trailblazer who worked tirelessly, writing jokes until the day of events like the Met Gala.
Comedy scene evolution: Justin feels the current era of The Comedy Store is stagnant compared to the pre-pandemic era (2015-2020), noting a shift towards hiring comedians based on social media followers rather than development potential.
Health and wellness: Justin discusses using dog dewormer (fenbendazole) and specific diets (cayenne, garlic, pumpkin seeds) for parasite cleansing, citing a family friend's survival of stomach cancer after using it.
Social dynamics: Justin avoids gossip by only engaging if others initiate, and deals with 'energy vampires' in the comedy community by avoiding physical confrontation but spreading negative PR about toxic individuals.
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“She's up there, dog, on my list. I forget the name. See this, but she's dead. I know. I know. I know. Um, no, it was really, really cool. Um she's definitely one of my top three for sure. Um a pioneer too. Like not enough credit like on some Richard Prior Lenny Bruce.”
▶ 24:56Justin expressing admiration for Joan Rivers as a comedy pioneer and one of his top three heroes.
“I don't think he said, 'Fuck you.' But I remember he had words with a few teachers. ... He's like, 'Fuck school.'”
▶ 8:50Describing his father's rebellious attitude towards authority figures and school systems.
“If you have a problem with gay people, you're gay. You hate yourself. Shut the [__] up.”
▶ 53:59Justin sharing a line from his comedy routine regarding homophobia and self-hatred.
“I just want It's just fair. Like okay. Most of humanity just How about no poisons and food and medicine? Yeah. Seems seems fair.”
▶ 50:30Justin's frustration with societal issues and desire for basic fairness and non-toxic environments.
Chapters & Sections (39)▼
0:03Baseball Memories and Parenting Storieschapter3
1:27Guest Introduction and Character Description
2:34Intro, Hoodies, and Water Boy
4:25Baseball Memories and Parenting Stories
8:02Unconventional Parenting and Childhood Disciplinechapter3
10:03Childhood Stories of Selling Las Vegas Flyers
11:08Extreme Southern Discipline Methods
12:28Humor, AI Jesus, and Art Appreciation
15:48Youth Drug Use and Tragic Teen Deathschapter2
17:28Teen Pregnancy and Drug Use Anecdotes
19:25Teen Tragedies and Substance Abuse Risks
21:15High School Woodshop and Joan Riverschapter2
22:54Spray Foam Pranks and Woodshop Drug Use
24:08Admiring Joan Rivers' Trailblazing Career
26:52Meeting Joan Rivers and Dead Comedy Heroeschapter2
28:37Comedy Test Pitches and Joan Rivers Meeting
30:08Dead Comedy Heroes and Concert Adventures
32:56Music Recommendations and Show Preparationchapter1
35:16Show Preparation and Organization
37:03Apple Cider Vinegar and Homemade Smoothieschapter2
38:27Community Generosity and ACV Health Benefits
39:40Supplements, Parasite Cleanses, and Homemade Smoothies
41:50Natural Parasite Cleansing and Worm Removalchapter2
43:21Worms in Food and Starvation Methods
44:22Mezcal Worm Removal Myth and Internet Verification
45:26Dog Dewormer Parasite Detox and Historical Plaguechapter1
47:20Dog Dewormer Anecdote and Plague History
49:41Public Apathy and Political Hypocrisychapter1
51:22Comedy, Homophobia, and Sex Work
53:50Bathroom Debates and Drag Humorchapter2
56:06Childhood Drag and Makeup Experiences
57:37Humiliation Rituals and Drag Confidence
59:41Comedy Store Eras and Industry Changeschapter1
1:01:30Comedy Store Magic and Generational Shifts
1:04:23Loopholes, Gossip, and Energy Vampireschapter1
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