Jordan Jensen & Jon Rudnitsky - Mark Normand & Sam Morril - We Might Be Drunk Podcast
Hosted by Mark Normand and Sam Morril
- 1h 26m
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Summary
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Comedians Jordan Jensen and Jon Rudnitsky join the podcast to discuss Jon's upcoming documentary special called Special Boy, which captures his brutal touring experiences after a single-season stint on Saturday Night Live. The conversation explores the heavy psychological toll of early television success, bombing in front of Donald Trump, toxic relationships, and the strange parallels between dating dynamics and comedy. Along the way, the group dives into movie critiques of The Odyssey, pet peeves about restaurants and meet-and-greets, and their upcoming tour dates.
- When shooting a comedy special, embracing small, imperfect rooms can create a more authentic and compelling documentary experience than playing massive, polished theaters. 20:02
- In high-stakes environments like late-night television, overwhelming fear and a lack of allies can severely hinder a comedian's performance and writing process. 14:40
- Comedians often find themselves drawn to chaotic romantic dynamics because the constant push-and-pull mirrors the unpredictable validation of performing on stage. 48:44
- Skipping small talk or forced icebreakers at hotel check-ins and meet-and-greets can save time and reduce unnecessary social tension. 1:20:05
Chapters
- 0:06Podcast Intro and Host Banter
Mark and Sam welcome listeners, introduce Jordan Jensen, and riff on the podcast’s quirky atmosphere.
- 1:21Jordan’s Special: A Half-Empty Room Documentary
Jordan explains his upcoming special that blends a comedy set with a documentary of his journey from SNL to small venues.
- 8:00SNL Experience: From Dream to Reality
Jordan recounts auditioning, landing a role, and the intense, high‑stakes environment of writing and performing on SNL.
- 15:00Touring Low‑Budget Clubs and the ‘Bad Show’ Strategy
Jordan details how he turned low‑pay, half‑empty shows into a unique special, highlighting the humor in bad venues.
- 24:42SNL vs. Future Opportunities: Why He Won’t Return
The hosts discuss Jordan’s decision not to pursue another SNL stint, weighing the pros and cons of the show’s culture and schedule.
- 29:32Personal Life & Relationships on the Road
Jordan shares anecdotes about dating, crushes, and the emotional toll of touring, including a story about a former high‑school crush.
- 38:10Ad Read: Fabletics & Willie Nelson THC Tonic
A brief commercial break featuring a Fabletics promotion followed by a Willie Nelson THC‑infused beverage endorsement.
- 39:50Podcast Introduction and Advertisements
The hosts open the episode with brief intros and then promote two sponsors: a meal delivery service and a business phone system.
- 42:19Divorce and Relationship Rumors
The conversation shifts to gossip about divorces, breakups, and the emotional fallout of relationships.
- 43:52Quince Apparel Promotion
The hosts advertise the Quince clothing brand, highlighting its quality, affordability, and ethical sourcing.
- 45:44Deep Dive into Relationship Dynamics
Mark and Sam discuss patterns in breakups, avoidance, and the challenges of maintaining healthy relationships.
- 46:40The Odyssey Film Review
The hosts critique the 2024 film adaptation of The Odyssey, pointing out plot holes and character inconsistencies.
Highlights
- 1:24
Jon Rudnitsky's Unconventional New Specialstory
Jon Rudnitsky explains how his new special doubles as a documentary, chronicling his journey from achieving his dream on SNL at age 25 to performing for 30 people in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
- 15:32
Bombing in Front of Donald Trumpstory
Jon recalls the sheer terror of working at Saturday Night Live during the week Donald Trump hosted, culminating in bombing so hard he could hear protesters outside.
- 17:58
A Rough Pitch with Ryan Goslingstory
Jon shares an awkward table-read moment where he pitched a dying soldier bit asking Ryan Gosling to kiss him, only for Gosling to reject it and get massive laughs.
- 30:34
An Awkward Encounter With An Exstory
Jordan Jensen describes running into her college ex-boyfriend and his stunning new wife, realizing how different her frantic, performance-driven life is from their calm domesticity.
- 1:02:24
Critiquing The Cyclops Scene in The Odysseyinsight
Jordan analyzes a plot point in the movie The Odyssey, arguing that Odysseus shooting the cyclops's eye felt emotionally unearned because his stoic character wasn't shown grieving his men.
- 1:10:49
The Ultimate Party Pet Peevedebate
A speaker goes on a passionate rant about the emasculation of seeing an old college acquaintance pick up his wife in a literal lift at a social gathering.
Quotes
“I always say, we gotta bring John on to keep the views low.”
Mark Normand · 0:35 “I got a special coming out, yes.”
Unnamed speaker · 1:21 “I was a fucking idiot. And my mom, and it was just like.”
Unnamed speaker · 16:23 “I had to go to a lot of therapy. I had to work on myself. I had to have some rock bottoms.”
Mark Normand · 45:55 “I needed a wife who was like, 'Hey, hey, what are you doing? Stop going away. Come back, come back.'”
Mark Normand · 45:44 “The guy waits till the end, he goes last, so he can get more time with you.”
Mark Normand · 1:20:26 “The picture actually cuts the tension.”
Mark Normand · 1:20:08
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About this episode
Jordan Jensen and Jon Rudnitsky join Mark and Sam to talk about John’s wild rise to SNL, bombing in front of Donald Trump, surviving terrible road gigs, and turning it all into his new special, Special Boy. Jordan opens up about disastrous relationships, chasing unavailable people, women and modern dating, while the group debates The Odyssey, restaurant culture, jealous partners, meet-and-greet nightmares, and whether picking up another man’s wife during a hug crosses the line. Sponsored by: Fabletics: Get 70–80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP https://www.fabletics.com/WMBD Willie’s THC-Infused Social Tonic: Get 20% off your first order with code WMBD https://www.drinkwillies.com/ Tempo: Get 60% off your first box https://www.tempomeals.com/drunk Quo: Try Quo free and get 20% off your first six months https://www.quo.com/WMBD Subscribe to We Might Be Drunk: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToWMBD Merch: https://wemightbedrunkpod.com/ Clips Channel: https://bit.ly/WMBDClips Sam Morril: https://punchup.live/sammorril/tickets Mark Normand: https://punchup.live/marknormand/tickets Jordan Jensen: https://punchup.live/jordanjensen Jon Rudnitsky https://www.instagram.com/jonrudnitsky?igsh=ZjVmbnNpeHA2YXp2 Produced by Gotham Production Studios: https://www.gothamproductionstudios.com @GothamProductionStudios | Producer: https://www.instagram.com/mrmatthewpeters #WeMightBeDrunk #MarkNormand #SamMorril #JordanJensen #JohnRudnitsky #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #BodegaCatWhiskey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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