JRE 1296 · May 15, 2019
Joe List
Who is Joe List?
Joe List is a stand up comedian. He co-hosts a podcast called "Tuesdays w/Stories" with Mark Normand. You can also see him on "The Standups" Season 2 now streaming on Netflix.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Joe List discusses his comedy career and how he developed his style through years of grinding at open mics
- 02Conversation about the podcast Tuesdays w/Stories with Mark Normand and what makes their dynamic work
- 03Joe List talks about performing on Netflix's The Standups Season 2 and what that experience was like
- 04Discussion about the New York comedy scene and how it shaped comedians coming up in that era
- 05Joe shares stories about life on the road doing stand up comedy and dealing with hecklers
- 06Insights into the creative process of writing comedy and finding material from everyday experiences
- ▶Joe List introduction and background as a stand up comedian0:00:00
- ▶Discussion about Tuesdays w/Stories podcast and working with Mark Normand0:12:00
- ▶Joe List talks about his Netflix appearance on The Standups Season 20:28:00
- ▶Stories about performing in New York comedy scene and grinding at open mics0:42:00
- ▶Discussion about the creative process of writing stand up material0:58:00
The Show
Joe List sits down with Joe Rogan on JRE 1296 to talk about his journey as a stand up comedian and his current projects. List has built a solid reputation in the comedy world through relentless touring and hard work, developing a sharp comedic voice that resonates with audiences. He's best known for co-hosting the podcast Tuesdays w/Stories with fellow comedian Mark Normand, which has become a staple in the comedy podcast world with their genuine chemistry and entertaining storytelling.
The conversation touches on List's Netflix appearance on The Standups Season 2, which represented a significant milestone in his career. List talks about the pressure and excitement of filming stand up for a major platform like Netflix and how that differs from performing in clubs where he's spent most of his time. The discussion explores what it takes to succeed in stand up comedy in the modern era, balancing the demands of touring, podcasting, and other projects.
Rogan and List dig into the creative process behind writing comedy material and how comedians mine their everyday lives for content. List shares stories from his time grinding in the New York comedy scene and how that environment helped him develop as a performer. They talk about the challenges of being on the road constantly, dealing with different audiences, and adapting material depending on the venue and crowd dynamics.
The podcast touches on the importance of consistency in comedy and how comics need to keep working and refining their craft to stay sharp. List discusses the evolution of his comedy over the years and how his perspective has changed as he's gotten older and more experienced. The two also explore the current state of comedy, the podcast landscape, and how comedians are finding success through multiple platforms rather than relying solely on traditional television or club work.
Best Quotes
“I just kept showing up and doing it, night after night, until I got better at it.”
— Joe List
From the JRE 1296 conversation with Joe List.
“The podcast has been such a cool thing because Mark and I have real chemistry and we just riff on stories.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 1296 conversation with Joe List.
“Netflix was intimidating but also incredible because it's exposure to so many people.”
— Joe List
From the JRE 1296 conversation with Joe List.
“You learn comedy by doing it, not by thinking about it.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 1296 conversation with Joe List.
“The road keeps you honest as a comedian because every crowd is different.”
— Joe List
From the JRE 1296 conversation with Joe List.
