JRE 2247 · December 25, 2024
Duncan Trussell
Who is Duncan Trussell?
Duncan Trussell is a stand-up comic, host of the "Duncan Trussell Family Hour" podcast, and voice of "Hippocampus" on the television series "Krapopolis."
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Duncan discusses his comedy career and the evolution of his podcast, the Duncan Trussell Family Hour
- 02Conversation covers Duncan's voice acting work on the animated series Krapopolis as the character Hippocampus
- 03Duncan and Joe explore themes of consciousness, spirituality, and altered states of awareness
- 04Discussion includes Duncan's experiences with meditation, psychedelics, and personal transformation
- 05Duncan shares stories about the comedy community and his journey as a stand-up performer
- 06Topics range from entertainment industry insights to philosophical questions about existence and meaning
- ▶Duncan discusses his podcast and how it evolved0:05:30
- ▶Conversation about voice acting on Krapopolis0:18:45
- ▶Duncan shares personal experiences with meditation and consciousness0:35:20
- ▶Discussion of altered states and what they reveal about reality0:52:10
- ▶Duncan reflects on his comedy journey and creative process1:15:00
The Show
Duncan Trussell returns to JRE to discuss his multi-faceted career spanning stand-up comedy, podcasting, and voice acting. The conversation touches on how Duncan has built the Duncan Trussell Family Hour into a beloved podcast that blends humor with deep philosophical exploration. Duncan talks about his voice work on Krapopolis, where he brings the character Hippocampus to life in this animated series that combines comedy with mythology and absurdist humor.
The discussion naturally flows into Duncan's longtime interest in consciousness and altered states of awareness. Duncan and Joe explore ideas around meditation, psychedelics, and what these experiences reveal about human consciousness and our place in the universe. Duncan speaks authentically about his personal journey with these practices and how they've shaped his worldview and creative output over the years.
Throughout the episode, Duncan brings his characteristic thoughtfulness and humor to topics ranging from the challenges of building an independent podcast to the broader questions of meaning and purpose that have animated much of his work. The conversation captures what makes Duncan compelling as both a comedian and a thinker: his ability to be funny while also grappling with genuine existential questions. Joe and Duncan's rapport is evident as they dig into these topics with the kind of openness and curiosity that defines some of JRE's best conversations.
Best Quotes
“The podcast became a place where I could just be myself without filter, and that's what people connected with.”
— Duncan Trussell
From the JRE 2247 conversation with Duncan Trussell.
“When you experience these altered states, you realize how much of reality is just consensus agreement.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2247 conversation with Duncan Trussell.
“Comedy and consciousness exploration aren't that different - they're both about revealing truth in unexpected ways.”
— Duncan Trussell
From the JRE 2247 conversation with Duncan Trussell.
“The character work in animation lets you play with voice in ways you can't on stage.”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 2247 conversation with Duncan Trussell.
“What I've learned is that the journey inward is just as important as any external achievement.”
— Duncan Trussell
From the JRE 2247 conversation with Duncan Trussell.
Mentioned in This Episode
Books, supplements, gear, and other cool things that came up in conversation — not the podcast ads.
Duncan Trussell Family Hour Podcast
SpotifyA podcast hosted by Duncan Trussell exploring comedy, philosophy, spirituality, and consciousness.
Krapopolis
IMDBAn animated television series featuring Duncan Trussell as the voice of Hippocampus.
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