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0:12
New Merchandise and Promotion
0:32
Introduction of Today's Guest, John Mulaney
1:04
John Mulaney's New Special and Previous Work
1:38
Conversations about John Mulaney's Life and Hobbies
2:40
Dan Levy and His Family
4:12
Sneaker Business with Dan
4:43
Dan's Talents and Energy
5:15
Abraham Lincoln and Slavery
6:16
John Mulaney's Comedy Style
7:17
The Concept of Multiple Personalities
7:49
Comparing to a Real-Life Example (Law and Order)
8:20
The Idea of a 'Gorilla' Personality
8:51
A Chimp Birthday Cake Story and Traumatic Experience
10:24
Birthday Celebration with a Twist
10:57
Seizure and Birthday Song
11:27
Adrenaline-Fueled Actions
11:57
Lifting Cars and Unique Powers
12:27
Pop-Up Ads and Song Lyrics
13:30
Genital Balance and Twilight Zone Scenario
14:02
Scary Situations and Reactions
14:33
Defending Home and Self
15:04
Perceived Toughness and Reality Check
16:07
Preparation and Awareness
17:39
Rushing Down the Stairs and Imagining a Hologram Show
18:41
Imagining a Clown Attack and Existential Fear
19:43
Promoting Shady Rays Sunglasses
20:48
Manscaped and Testicular Cancer Awareness
21:51
Rickrolling and Methamphetamine
22:22
Cocaine Use and Smoking Crack
23:55
Rehabilitation and Pandemic Experience
25:32
Realizing the importance of balance in addiction treatment
26:02
Convincing others of sobriety despite being high
26:34
Feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope
27:06
The struggle with feeling weak and powerless
29:11
Comparing Appearances and Reality
29:43
Realizing the Impact of Drugs on Life
30:13
Using Substances to Enhance Performance
30:43
Desire for Authenticity and Confidence
31:47
Longing to Return to a Past State
32:19
Longing to Recapture Childhood and Creativity
32:51
The Loss of Surprise and Authenticity in Fame
33:21
Desire to Control One's Image and Perception
34:21
Authenticity and the Dangers of Overexposure
35:55
Personal Connection to Michael Landon's Work
36:26
Childhood Memories of Michael Landon
36:56
Little House on the Prairie and Drug Withdrawal
38:01
Albert Ingalls' Character and Addiction
38:32
Meeting Nelly Olsen and Linda Hunt
39:04
Drawing Contest and Family Memories
40:06
Michael Landon's Career and Death
41:09
Addiction Awareness and Struggle
42:11
Realization of Lack of Control and Addiction
43:11
Romanticizing Cocaine Use
44:45
Meeting a Famous Person and Building a Statue
45:18
Pistol Pete Maravich and Ian Somerhalder's Connection to the Speaker's Town
46:19
Ian Somerhalder's Physical Appearance and Popularity in School
46:50
Ronald Reagan's Political Views and the Speaker's Childhood Perception of Him
47:23
Music Performers and Concerts, Including SeatGeek Promotion
48:54
Gamer Subs Free Samples and Promotion Details
49:56
Theo Von's Experience with Famous People in Chicago
51:01
Growing Up in Chicago and Association with Michael Jordan
52:01
Meeting Famous People and the Dream Team
53:02
Bobby Hurley's Punchable Face and Christian Laettner
53:34
Coked Out Taxi Ride
54:04
Getting Cocaine and Hookers with the Taxi Driver
55:07
Driving a New York City Yellow Cab
55:38
Opie and Jim Norton Radio Appearance
56:10
Cocaine Use and Bathroom Incident
56:43
Conversations with Andy Cohen and Daryl Strawberry
57:14
Loss of Voice and Perception Shift
57:45
Meeting with Daryl Strawberry and Self-Reflection
58:49
Realization and Perspective Shift
59:21
The Difficulty of Quitting and the Need for Support
59:52
Fear of Judgment and the Importance of Honesty
1:00:25
The Pressure to Maintain a Public Image and the Struggle with Emotions
1:01:27
The Impact of Family and Personal Issues on Addiction
1:02:59
Inferiority Complex and Unmet Needs
1:03:30
Blaming External Factors for Problems
1:04:01
Struggling with Self-Acceptance and Enjoyment
1:05:34
Escapism through Drugs and Pornography
1:06:04
The Craigslist Adderall Sting
1:06:36
Meeting the Drug Dealers in a Recreational Park
1:07:07
Late to Meet Drug Dealers Due to Cocaine Use
1:07:38
Dealing with Clients and LA Traffic
1:08:40
Scary Drug Deal in Front of a Police Station
1:09:44
Creating Sad Sounds and Emotional Connection
1:10:46
Reflecting on the Story and Empathy
1:11:16
Handling Unusual Situations
1:11:47
Being Present in the Moment
1:13:42
Capturing Moments and the Passage of Time
1:14:56
The Impact of Repetition on Experience
1:15:59
Boredom and the Creative Mind
1:17:03
Setting Goals and Staying Focused
1:17:34
Noticing Different Types of Addiction
1:18:05
Opioid Compulsion and the Brain's Wiring
1:19:38
The Unbelievable Power of Opioids and the Need for Change
1:20:40
Romanticizing the Past and Government's Failure
1:21:10
Critique of Current Administration and Lack of Support
1:21:42
The Problem with Harmful Habits and Opioid Addiction
1:23:17
Blame and Judgment of Addicts
1:24:19
Initial Struggles with Addiction and Personal Life
1:25:53
Consequences of Addiction on Career and Personal Relationships
1:26:55
Hiding Addictive Behavior from Family and Others
1:27:57
Maintaining a Separation between Personal and Family Life
1:28:28
Feeling the Need for Freedom and Autonomy
1:28:58
Preparing for Home Invasions and Feeling Vulnerable
1:31:04
Wetting the Bed and Fear of the Dark
1:32:06
Fear of Being Alone and Vulnerable
1:33:37
Overcoming Fear and Shame
1:34:09
Boundaries and Ego
1:35:42
Desire for Stature
1:36:44
Fear of Losing Comedic Value
1:37:47
Feeling Out of Place and Envy
1:38:18
Respect for a Comedian's Skill
1:39:22
Wishing to be Funny and Relatable
1:40:55
Self-Awareness in Comedy
1:41:55
Longing for a Lost Childhood Feeling
1:42:25
Difficulty Letting Go of Resentments
1:42:57
Unhealthy Childhood Environment and Trust Issues
1:43:58
Inner Child Development and Self-Acceptance
1:46:03
Exciting part of us and evolving as a person
1:46:38
New special and struggling with comedy
1:47:09
Fear of not knowing what to talk about on stage
1:47:40
Tracking part of life and putting out new material
1:48:43
Evolution and wanting to be older
1:49:14
Impressions of Stavros and Brody
1:50:18
Brody's Reverse Psychology
1:50:49
Self-Doubt and Envy
1:52:21
Admiration for comedians and their writing
1:52:52
Story about Harry Truman's haberdashery and a similar attempt in the speaker's neighborhood
1:53:54
Discussion of Snap, a Chicago PD program
1:54:27
Story about the speaker's first relationship and romanticizing romance
1:55:29
Choosing Between Paths and Family Life
1:56:00
First Relationship and BJ's
1:57:03
Embarrassment and Judgment
1:58:08
Childhood Influences and Personal Growth
1:59:10
First Crush and Embarrassment
2:00:14
Reflection on Past Experience
2:01:46
Current Thoughts and Self-Perception
2:02:49
Returning to Childhood and Darker Times
2:03:51
Voices, Disease, and Detox
2:04:21
Detox Experience and Medication
2:05:23
Physical and Emotional Suffering During Detox
2:06:57
Coke Use and Panic
2:07:30
Touring and Show Preparation
2:08:01
Show Quality and Expectations
2:08:31
Touring Challenges and Material
2:09:32
Turning Over New Material
2:10:05
Adapting to New Material and Audiences
2:10:36
Touring and Performing in Different Venues
2:11:07
Maintaining a Connection with the Audience
2:11:37
Sharing Personal Experiences and Vulnerability
2:12:09
Experimenting with Different Performance Formats
2:13:12
Goals and Future Projects
2:13:42
Stand-up Comedy and Creative Expression
2:14:46
Drugs and Unconventional Experiences
2:16:50
Rehab Experience and Need for Support
2:17:55
Treatment and Counseling
2:18:27
Humorous Anecdote about Horses
2:19:29
Conclusion and Promotion of New Special