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3:07
Introduction to Ki App and Election Markets
3:39
Ki App's Features and Promotion
4:09
Personal Greeting and Humor
5:11
Story of Meeting Alan Steven in 1982
6:15
Reflections on Early Comedy Career and Support from Alan Steven
7:19
Personal Crisis and Finding Success in Comedy
7:49
Standup Career and Impact on the Industry
8:19
Touring and Making a Name in Comedy
9:20
Preparing for Uncertainty and Taking Control of Health
10:55
The Host's Influence on Comedy
11:27
Eddie Murphy and Saturday Night Live
12:29
The Show's Power and Changes Over Time
14:03
Changes in the Industry and Personal Experiences
14:36
First Job at Steak and Brew
15:08
Heckling the Band
15:39
New Year's Eve and Panic
17:11
Meeting Robin Williams
18:46
Rock Star Lifestyle and Comedy Club Experiences
19:17
Joke Writing, Crowd Work, and Inspiration
20:19
Childhood Memories and Poly Shore's Behavior
21:21
More Childhood Stories and Discipline Issues
22:25
Dad's Reaction and Paul E's Humor
22:57
Home Ride and George Miller's Call
23:29
KGB Radio Station and Ticket Line
24:00
The Comedy Store Introduction
24:31
La Hoya Condo and Apartment Life
25:34
Vandalism Incident and Old Man's Smack
26:05
Bullying Incident with Jimmy and Mom's Intervention
26:36
Confronting the Bully and Family Feud Standoff
27:07
Mom's Butch Personality and Childhood Memories
29:45
Weight Loss Plan Details and Pricing
30:18
Free Online Visit and Treatment Options
31:22
Childhood Memories of TV Commercials
31:54
Meeting Walt Disney and Childhood Experiences
32:24
More Childhood Memories and Family Stories
33:56
Aunt's Attic and Family History
34:27
Audition Experience and Family Drama
34:58
Grandfather's Reaction to Comedy Career
35:28
Uncle's Mental Health and Family Concerns
37:00
Gangster Relatives and Vegas Connection
38:02
The Speaker's Mother and Her Business Ventures
38:35
A Family Story About Cash and a Trunk
39:39
The Speaker's Experience as an Actor in New York
40:10
A Disturbing Incident with a Screaming Child
42:15
Going to La Hoya and Finding Out Sister's Boyfriend Broke Her Arm
43:17
Recalling the Incident and Bringing a Gun to Intervene
44:20
Learning Why Boyfriend Broke Sister's Arm and Discussion of Past Incidents
45:56
Sam Kenison's Banned Performance and Personal Story
46:57
Touring with Sam Kenison and the Outlaws
47:59
Playing Large Venues and Working with Other Comedians
49:36
Career Challenges and the Yacht Incident
50:08
Jerry Seinfeld's Show and a Limo Incident
51:07
Comics' Struggles with Addiction - Jerry's Friend Steve
51:44
Larry Beaser and Joe Prader's Stories
53:17
Mitsy Shore's Comedy Store and Improv
54:22
Argus's Infidelity and Family Drama
55:24
Ronnie Kenny's Physical Confrontation with Argus
56:28
Argus's Family Intervention and Hospitalization
57:59
Palm Springs Party and Betty Ford Center
58:33
Argus Hamilton's Career and Comedy
59:05
Strike and Unionization Efforts
59:38
Elaine Boozler's Involvement in Strike
1:00:10
Finding a Union and Crossing the Line
1:01:14
Troubled Comics and Strike Consequences
1:02:49
Mitsy's Divorce and House Situation
1:03:22
Scotty's Success in Real Estate
1:03:53
Paulie and Steve Landisburg's Presence in the House
1:04:23
The Comics' Decision to Support Mitsy
1:04:54
The Strike and Meeting with Away from the Store
1:05:56
Getting Thrown Out of the Improv and Meeting with Alan Berski
1:06:26
Bomb Scare Story and Bersy's Humor
1:07:28
More Comedy Stories and Joke Writing
1:08:32
Ronda Shear and Unsuccessful Jokes
1:10:04
David Letterman and Gourmet Cookies
1:10:35
Bad blood between comic and club owner after a dispute
1:11:05
Comic's encounter with a vice president at the club
1:11:37
Threats and ultimatums from the club owner
1:12:08
Comic's experience with a difficult guest on a talk show
1:13:41
Comic's encounter with Tom and his mother on a talk show
1:14:44
Initial Conflict with Rosanne and Show Ideas
1:15:16
Brian's Story about His Car and Writing Experience
1:16:20
Meeting with Manager's Sidekick and Sandra Bernhard
1:16:52
Mariam Treading the Woman's Words and Conflict with Her
1:17:54
Writer Room Experience and Conflict with Dave
1:18:57
Pitching and Rejection
1:19:29
Writer's Room Issues
1:20:30
Co-Executive Producer and Script Writing
1:21:31
Conflict with Headwriter
1:22:02
Writer's Room Dynamics and Departure
1:23:04
Writer's Room Disagreements and Basketball
1:23:36
College Writers' Attitude and Lack of Understanding
1:24:06
Script Development and John Goodman's Band
1:25:08
Idea Generation and Lost Episode Concept
1:26:43
Trouble with Cary Warner and Set Changes
1:27:16
Emmy Nominations and Treatment by Warner Bros.
1:28:20
Conflict with Writers and Cary Warner
1:29:56
John Goodman's Availability and Show Wrap-up
1:30:57
The Decision to Kill Off a Character and the Book's Impact
1:31:28
A Positive Message and College Course on the Show
1:32:00
Personal Experiences and Real-Life Events in the Show
1:33:35
Behind-the-Scenes Stories and Unfulfilled Creative Potential
1:34:36
Roseanne's Perceived Treatment by the Show's Creators
1:35:39
Roseanne's Frustration with the Show's Direction
1:36:41
Roseanne's Reflection on Her Experience with the Show
1:37:43
Tom's Involvement in the Show's Ending
1:38:15
Initial Discussion of Jokes and Notes
1:40:19
Confrontation with New Executive Assistant
1:41:24
Banning Executives from the Show and Past Experiences
1:41:58
Valerie Harbor and show changes
1:42:28
Uncomfortable conversation about mother and TV
1:43:01
Comedy writing and show control
1:44:36
Writer's room experiences and politics
1:45:40
The president's statement and its impact on the show
1:46:41
Expectations vs. reality of the show's success
1:47:11
Racist and biased atmosphere on set
1:48:46
The writer's perspective and the show runner's comments
1:49:16
Defending a Statement and Personal Experience
1:51:21
Criticism of Leftists and the Muslim Brotherhood
1:52:52
Criticism of the Academy and Muslim Brotherhood
1:53:53
Racism and Apes Analogy
1:54:24
Sexual Abuse and Hollywood
1:55:28
Double Standard and Blackface
1:55:58
Roseanne Connor's Death and Rebirth
1:56:29
Disdain for Working Class and Trump Supporters
1:56:59
Negative Perception of Women and Moms
1:57:32
Complaints about Comedy Industry
1:58:04
Reflection on the State of Comedy and Music
1:59:10
Personal Experiences in the Entertainment Industry
2:00:10
Funny Moments and Impressions
2:02:15
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
2:03:48
Casinos and Entertainment Industry
2:04:21
New Kind of Comedy Needed
2:04:52
Electric Comedy and Club Culture
2:06:27
Brian Hson's Career and Storytelling
2:07:31
Unprepared Comedian's Initial Performance
2:09:05
Comedian's Rants and Artistic Style
2:09:36
Open Mic Experience and Unusual Content
2:11:10
John Goodman Story and Pickup Scenes
2:11:43
John's unusual behavior and script handling
2:12:14
Confronting John and leaving the scene
2:13:16
John's reaction to being confronted
2:14:49
Discussing John's behavior and script handling
2:15:21
TV Executive's Lack of Originality
2:16:59
Sarah's Troubled Past and Hollywood Royalty
2:18:00
Racism and Beauty Standards in the Entertainment Industry
2:19:02
Michael Landon's Alleged Affair with a Co-Star
2:20:06
Disney and Pedophilia Allegations
2:20:37
Corey Feldman's Abuse and Nickelodeon Documentary
2:21:39
Pedophilia in the Entertainment Industry and Personal Experience
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