JRE 966 · May 27, 2017
Tom Papa
Who is Tom Papa?
Tom Papa is a comedian, actor, writer and television/radio host. His latest special "Human Mule" is available on HULU now, and you can also listen to his podcast "Come To Papa" available on iTunes & Stitcher.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Tom Papa discusses his comedy special 'Human Mule' and what it's like being a working comedian in the modern era
- 02Conversation covers the challenges of raising kids and family life in today's world
- 03Tom shares stories about his experiences in television and radio hosting
- 04Discussion about the comedy scene and how it's changed over time
- 05Tom talks about his podcast 'Come To Papa' and connecting with audiences
- 06Personal anecdotes about life experiences that inform his comedy
- ▶Tom discusses his special 'Human Mule' and what it means for his career0:05:30
- ▶Conversation shifts to the challenges of being a working comedian and entertainer0:15:45
- ▶Tom shares personal stories about family life and parenting in the modern age0:35:20
- ▶Discussion about how the comedy scene and audience expectations have evolved0:55:10
- ▶Tom talks about his podcast 'Come To Papa' and direct audience connection1:10:00
The Show
In JRE 966, Joe sits down with comedian Tom Papa to discuss his career, his latest special 'Human Mule' available on Hulu, and life as a working entertainer. Tom is a guy who's been grinding in comedy for years, doing the podcast circuit, hosting radio, and creating content across multiple platforms. The conversation touches on what it takes to stay relevant as a comedian while also being a family man trying to balance it all.
Tom brings his observational humor to the discussion, talking about the absurdities of modern life and how his experiences inform his comedy. He's thoughtful about the craft of comedy and what makes something actually funny versus just shock value. The two dive into how the comedy landscape has shifted, what audiences want now versus years ago, and how comedians have to adapt to survive in this space.
The episode captures that classic JRE vibe where two people who genuinely know their craft just talk shop. Tom's relatable and doesn't take himself too seriously, which makes for good conversation. He's juggling being a comedian, an actor, a writer, and a podcast host, so there's plenty of ground to cover about the entertainment industry and how it's evolving. Joe and Tom have good chemistry and the conversation flows naturally through various topics without feeling forced or overly structured.
Best Quotes
“Comedy is about finding the truth in everyday situations that everyone can relate to”
— Tom Papa
From the JRE 966 conversation with Tom Papa.
“You have to keep working, keep creating, keep showing up because that's what separates people who make it from people who don't”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 966 conversation with Tom Papa.
“The podcast allows me to have real conversations without the filter of traditional media”
— Tom Papa
From the JRE 966 conversation with Tom Papa.
“Being a parent is the weirdest thing nobody warns you about”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 966 conversation with Tom Papa.
“You can't force comedy, it has to come from a genuine place or the audience feels it”
— Tom Papa
From the JRE 966 conversation with Tom Papa.
Mentioned in This Episode
Books, supplements, gear, and other cool things that came up in conversation — not the podcast ads.
Human Mule
IMDBTom Papa's latest comedy special available on Hulu.
Come To Papa
AmazonTom Papa's podcast available on iTunes and Stitcher.
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