Hosted by Mark Normand and Sam Morril
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Bobby Lee joins Sam Morril and Mark Normand on the podcast to discuss a chaotic weekend attending Netflix's annual brunch, where Tom Segura allegedly bombed with Eddie Murphy and Bobby navigated awkward celebrity interactions. The group shares stories about awkward social encounters, the trials of traveling for comedy, and the strange realities of the entertainment industry. Throughout the episode, the guest and hosts bounce between absurd impressions, personal anxieties about aging and career status, and reflections on their decades in stand-up comedy.
What makes the episode worth listening to is the unfiltered banter and rapid-fire riffing among veteran comics who are willing to expose their own vulnerabilities and professional insecurities. From discussing disastrous tour cancellations and past physical altercations to unpacking the bizarre social hierarchies of celebrity brunches, the conversation offers a hilarious and surprisingly honest look behind the curtain of modern stand-up comedy.
The hosts welcome Bobby Lee and kick off the episode with lighthearted jokes and introductions.
The conversation shifts to the annual Netflix brunch, the hosts compare Netflix to Hulu, and they discuss the event’s significance.
Bobby recounts a memorable moment at the brunch where Eddie Murphy approached him, leading to a humorous exchange about celebrity interactions.
Bobby explains a misunderstanding involving a joke about the N‑word, leading to a tense moment with other comedians and a discussion about cultural sensitivity.
The hosts debate the inclusion of actors in the brunch photo, Bobby’s frustration over being placed among non‑comedy figures, and the broader issue of representation.
The discussion turns to the pressures of performing gigs, the rules Bobby has for canceling shows, and the financial and reputational stakes involved.
Bobby opens up about his childhood trauma, mental health challenges, and how comedy has been both a refuge and a source of ongoing anxiety.
The episode includes a series of product advertisements, interspersed with the hosts’ commentary, illustrating the commercial aspects of podcasting.
Bobby recounts awkward early dating experiences, highlighting the awkwardness of trying to impress a woman at a party and the fallout from a bad first impression.
Bobby explains the Upfronts event, his attempt to network with a woman, and the disastrous encounter when she hands her business card to a network president.
Bobby shares a cringe moment at Coachella where a woman’s over‑enthusiastic hydration advice made him uncomfortable and highlighted the awkwardness of networking in public spaces.
Bobby discusses his experience with Ozempic for weight loss, the severe side‑effects he endured, and how it impacted his life and comedy career.
Tom Segura Bombs With Eddie Murphystory
The guest recounts how Tom Segura confidently told a story to Eddie Murphy at a brunch, only for Murphy to deadpan, was that it?
Freezing in Front of Legendsinsight
The guest explains how he completely froze when Eddie Murphy walked right up to him and said hello.
Accidental Accusations of Racismstory
The guest worries he ruined a social interaction by using dated slang around other comedians, leaving people thinking he was racist.
Turning Down a Private Jetstory
One speaker explains how they had to turn down an invitation to fly back to New York on Jerry Seinfeld and Jessica Seinfeld's private jet because of prior podcast commitments.
The Debate Over Canceling Gigsdebate
A heated debate erupts over whether it is ever professional for a comedian to cancel a sold-out show at the last minute.
Childhood Trauma and Finding Comedyinsight
The guest opens up about experiencing severe bullying and a violent household in Minnesota as a child, which ultimately drove him into comedy.
Harsh Brutal Rejection in Hawaiistory
The guest shares a devastating anecdote about a woman telling him mid-romance in Hawaii that she was not attracted to him because he was fat.
Called a Disgrace by a Senior Actorstory
The guest recalls a veteran Korean actor pulling him aside in a parking lot to tell him his comedy was a disgrace to all Asians.
“I go, I'm a big fan, and he, and I go, I love that sketch, Titanica.”
“Which has not been the case with 70% of the women that I've dated.”
“And I pull her aside, I go, what the fuck are you doing?”
“I know, I, she, um, we're sitting at a bar, and she, um, I wanna say that she kissed my ass.”
“I took a gigantic dose on the flight and I ate a meal and I vomited and shit all over the hotel.”
“No, you're not gonna be funny anymore.”
“I love my people so much, I eat the food, I love the movies, I love all of it, I wish, you know what I mean, that they supported me more.”
“Whenever I'm in New York, the only person that's truly nice to me is Sam Morril.”
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