JRE 903 · January 24, 2017
Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban
Who is Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban?
Joe sat down with Tony Hinchcliffe & Redban to do a podcast Live from The Comedy Store basement.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Joe, Tony Hinchcliffe, and Brian Redban recorded live from The Comedy Store basement
- 02Discussion centered around comedy, roasting, and the dynamics of performing at The Comedy Store
- 03Tony and Redban shared stories about their experiences in stand-up comedy
- 04The conversation touched on comedy writing, joke construction, and what makes comedy work
- 05Live audience interaction and energy from The Comedy Store basement venue
- 06Banter between the three about comedy industry insights and performer perspectives
- ▶Live recording begins at The Comedy Store basement0:00:00
- ▶Tony Hinchcliffe discusses roasting and comedy writing0:15:00
- ▶Discussion about The Comedy Store culture and legacy0:35:00
- ▶Redban shares insights on comedy and podcasting1:10:00
- ▶Live audience interaction and crowd energy1:45:00
The Show
JRE 903 brought together Joe Rogan, roast master Tony Hinchcliffe, and Brian Redban for a live recording from The Comedy Store basement, one of the most legendary comedy venues in Los Angeles. This wasn't a typical studio setup, which meant the energy and flow had that raw, immediate feel that comes with live performance in front of an audience.
The episode centered heavily on comedy craft and the specific culture of The Comedy Store. Tony Hinchcliffe, known for his sharp roasting skills and comedic timing, brought his perspective on what it takes to succeed in stand-up. The basement venue itself became part of the conversation, representing the gritty, unfiltered side of comedy that doesn't make it to Netflix specials. This is where comedians cut their teeth, test material, and develop the stage presence that separates amateurs from professionals.
Brian Redban, as someone deeply embedded in the comedy world and podcast ecosystem, contributed insights about how comedy has evolved with the internet and streaming platforms. The three of them explored what makes comedy work, how roasting differs from traditional stand-up, and the importance of reading a crowd. There's something about performing live that can't be replicated in a studio, and that dynamic was clearly present throughout the conversation.
The basement setting meant the audience was right there, reacting in real time, which gave the episode a spontaneous quality. Joe, Tony, and Redban played off each other and the crowd, which is really what comedy is about when you strip away all the production value. The conversation reflected on comedy as both an art form and a craft that requires constant refinement and understanding of human psychology.
Best Quotes
“The Comedy Store basement is where real comedy happens, away from the algorithm and the cameras”
— Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban
From the JRE 903 conversation with Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban.
“Roasting is about finding the truth and making it funny in a way that lands”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 903 conversation with Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban.
“Stand-up is the purest form of comedy because you have nowhere to hide”
— Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban
From the JRE 903 conversation with Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban.
“The best material comes from understanding your audience and what will actually make them laugh”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 903 conversation with Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban.
“Comedy is a craft that requires constant work, constant bombing, and learning from every set”
— Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban
From the JRE 903 conversation with Tony Hinchcliffe & Brian Redban.
