About this episodeJason Ellis and Annie LeBlanc discuss their careers in comedy, with LeBlanc sharing a story about being fired …AI summary
Jason Ellis and Annie LeBlanc discuss their careers in comedy, with LeBlanc sharing a story about being fired from a TV writers' room for offending a showrunner, and Ellis reflecting on his sobriety journey from Krokot and weed. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, the reality of industry norms like casting couches, and the personal growth required to maintain healthy relationships and creative output.
Key takeaways 5
Annie LeBlanc was fired from a TV show after making a joke about getting a tattoo on her genitals, which offended a showrunner who falsely accused her of drug use; she later learned the showrunner was fired for his behavior.
Jason Ellis discusses his sobriety from Krokot and weed, noting that quitting weed improved his skateboarding and mental clarity, while sobriety helped him stop running from his emotions and cheating behaviors.
LeBlanc reflects on her past naivety in dating, admitting she often assumed the best in people due to her Quaker upbringing, which led to dangerous situations like being trapped at a date's house.
Ellis shares that he has frozen embryos and is undecided about having more children, contrasting with LeBlanc who has two kids and feels they saved him from deeper addiction issues.
The 'Etsy Game' segment reveals the absurdity of adult-themed handmade goods, with items like knitted tobacco pipes shaped like testicles and Lego penis attachments selling for $9.99-$39.99.
Notable quotes 5AI-generated: wording and quote attribution may be wrong. Use the play link to verify.
“I think I'm too curious. I'm always like curious of what is coming next even when I have anxiety.”
▶ 51:18Jason Ellis explaining why he has never been suicidal, attributing it to his curiosity about life rather than fearlessness.
“I don't want to lose my memory. I don't want to lose my mind. I don't want to do anything that's gonna contribute to not being as quick as I possibly can be for the rest of my life.”
▶ 34:48Annie LeBlanc explaining her decision to quit smoking weed daily to maintain mental sharpness and clarity.
“If you don't play the game then you don't get what you want but if you do play the game there's no guarantee.”
▶ 25:50Annie LeBlanc discussing the reality of casting couches in the entertainment industry.
“I was like ew get out of here yeah yeah cuz skills are usually better at that it was just she was too soft everything was soft about her.”
▶ 4:45Jason Ellis recounting why he became homophobic after an unwanted sexual advance from a woman he found unappealing.
“I'm not offering it. I'm not offering it. That's why I don't want to do gay stuff anymore either. I'm not offering it.”
▶ 50:54Jason Ellis reacting to a bizarre text message from someone wanting to meet for coffee to discuss a threesome, highlighting his changed priorities in sobriety.
Chapters & Sections (54)▼
0:00Jason Ellis Standup Comedy Show Announcementchapter3
0:00Jason Ellis Standup Comedy Show Announcement
1:51Comedian's Impromptu Interview with Annie Letterman
3:48Homophobic Rant and Transphobic Comments
5:28Humiliating Prank in a Writers Roomchapter5
5:28Humiliating Experience in a Writers Room
6:54Dating Preferences and Relationship Expectations
8:06False Accusation of Cocaine Use at Work
9:37Former Employee Fired After Conflict with Manager
12:06Managing Fragile Egos and Emotions
13:53Struggling with Egotism and Vulnerabilitychapter3
13:53Struggling with Egotism and Vulnerability
16:32Cautionary Tale about Sunglasses and Eye Damage
17:55Mint Mobile Wireless Service Review
19:25Man seeks God's advice for financial gainchapter3
19:25Man seeks God's advice for financial gain
21:42Burnt Armpits and Drunken Scooter Ride
23:18Near-Fatal Scooter Accident and Hospitalization
24:43Alleged Past Behavior and Industry Normschapter2
24:43Alleged Past Behavior and Industry Norms
27:17Infidelity and Substance Abuse Discussion
29:31Struggling with Opioid Withdrawal and Weed Addictionchapter4
29:31Struggles with Opioid Withdrawal and Weed Addiction
31:15Struggling with Sobriety and Mental Health
32:33Struggles with Sobriety and Dating
33:51Relationship and Sobriety Reflections
35:30Raw Milk and Breast Milk Taste Discussionchapter2
35:30Raw Milk and Breast Milk Taste Discussion
37:47Childhood Trauma and Near Drowning Experience
39:48Roasting Techniques and Strategieschapter7
39:48Roast Techniques and Strategies
41:37Preparing for a Roast with Confidence
42:54Parenting and Rare Genetic Conditions
44:13Man Reflects on Parenting and Life Choices
45:25Overcoming Addiction and Relationship Issues
48:05Infidelity and Self-Discovery in Relationships
50:06Discussion of Personal Boundaries and Relationships
51:24Etsy Game and Adult Listings Discussionchapter3
51:24Etsy Game and Adult Listings Discussion
52:52Discussion of Handmade Items and Pipe Smoking
54:37Adult Humor in Lego Mini Figures
55:46Parenting and Generational Differences in Valueschapter3
55:46Parenting and Childhood Nostalgia Discussion
57:27Generational Differences in Relationships and Parenting
58:43Coffee Meetings and Communication Styles
1:00:02Dating App Red Flags and Personal Boundarieschapter2
1:00:02Dating App Red Flags and Personal Boundaries
1:02:16Unwanted Physical Contact and Emotional Manipulation
1:04:04Revenge and Humiliation after Betrayalchapter2
1:04:04Revenge and Humiliation at a Restaurant
1:05:38Discomfort with Homophobic and Heteronormative Comments
1:08:40Sex and Common Ground in Comedychapter2
1:08:40Female Comedians and Common Cultural References
1:10:18Explicit Conversation and Embarrassing Personal Stories
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