JRE 1128 · June 7, 2018
Ryan Sickler
Who is Ryan Sickler?
Ryan Sickler is a stand up comedian and co-host of "The Crabfest Podcast." https://www.thecrabfeast.com/
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Ryan Sickler discusses his comedy career and the challenges of breaking into stand-up
- 02The conversation covers stories from his time in the comedy scene and working with other comedians
- 03Ryan talks about The Crabfeast Podcast and what it's like co-hosting a comedy podcast
- 04Discussion of comedy writing, joke development, and performing at different venues
- 05Personal anecdotes about life on the road doing stand-up comedy
- 06Insights into the podcast industry and connecting with audiences through comedy content
- ▶Ryan Sickler introduction and background in comedy0:00:00
- ▶Discussion of The Crabfeast Podcast and how it started0:10:00
- ▶Stories about performing stand-up and life on the road0:25:00
- ▶Talk about comedy writing and developing material0:45:00
- ▶Reflections on the comedy community and fellow comedians1:15:00
The Show
Joe Rogan has Ryan Sickler on JRE 1128 to talk about his journey as a stand-up comedian and co-host of The Crabfeast Podcast. The episode dives into what it takes to make it in comedy, the grind of performing night after night, and how the comedy landscape has changed over the years. Ryan brings authentic stories from the road and the comedy clubs that shaped him as a performer.
The conversation explores the comedy podcast space and how The Crabfeast has built an audience through consistent, entertaining content. They discuss the dynamics of co-hosting and how two comedians can build chemistry on a regular show. Ryan shares insights about what works in comedy today versus past eras, touching on audience expectations and the evolution of how comedians connect with fans.
Throughout the episode, Ryan opens up about the real struggles of making comedy work as a career, the importance of persistence, and the relationships he's built in the comedy community. The discussion touches on performing at different venues, from small clubs to bigger stages, and how each experience contributes to a comedian's development. Joe and Ryan explore what makes certain comedians successful while others struggle, examining both the performance and business sides of comedy.
Best Quotes
“Stand-up comedy is one of the hardest things you can do because it's just you against the audience”
— Ryan Sickler
From the JRE 1128 conversation with Ryan Sickler.
“The podcast has given us a platform to be ourselves without filters”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 1128 conversation with Ryan Sickler.
“You learn more from bombing than you do from killing”
— Ryan Sickler
From the JRE 1128 conversation with Ryan Sickler.
“The comedy scene is where I found my tribe”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 1128 conversation with Ryan Sickler.
“Consistency in comedy, whether it's stand-up or podcasting, is what builds a real audience”
— Ryan Sickler
From the JRE 1128 conversation with Ryan Sickler.
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