Joe Rogan Podcast Transcript Notes

Overview

• Joe Rogan talks to Tony Hinchcliffe about his recent success and experiences in comedy.
• Discussion includes various comedy topics, the challenge of 'bumping' at comedy shows, and the environment in comedy clubs today.

Key Points

Tony Hinchcliffe's Rise

• Tony wasn't expecting a big moment but is thrilled with his success.
• Brian Simpson witnessed Tony's growing fame in real time.
• Tony went from being bumped by another comedian to becoming an un-bumpable special guest.

Comedy Club Culture

• The problem with 'bumping' where bigger names take over set times.
• Critique of ego-driven bumping.
• Night durations at comedy clubs often lasting till 2 am.
• Comedy tourists from various countries visiting the Mothership and other comedy venues.

Changes in Austin

• Austin becoming a hotspot for stand-up comedy and live entertainment.
• Numerous comedy clubs mentioned: Cap City, Creek and the Cave, Vulcan, Sunset Strip, Mothership, Black Rabbit, and Shakespeare.
• Austin's advantages over LA: less traffic, friendly environment, better situated for travel.

Shane Gillis and Joey Diaz

• Tony's anecdotes on drinking and hanging out with Shane Gillis.
• Appreciation of Gillis' ability to drink and enjoy life on a boat trip.
• Frequent visits by Joey Diaz and other comedians like Theo Von.
• Diaz's performances highlight his comedic skills.

Life after Moving to Austin

• Tony expresses feeling at home in Austin compared to his 20 years in LA.
• perceived chaos in LA: riots, government issues, high taxes.

Comments on Politics

• Discussion on the political situation in Mexico and high rates of assassinations during elections.
• Comparing US and Mexican politics; skepticism about political systems.
• Criticism of both Republican and Democratic parties and their influence.

Comedians and Clean Sets

• Discussion on Mike Vecchione's clean comedy special and the difficulty of asking comedians like Luis J. Gomez to do clean sets.
• General consensus that being funny is more important than being clean or dirty.

Economics and Ethics in Comedy

• Tony mentioned comedians can still be funny whether their material is clean or dirty, like Jim Gaffigan and Sebastian Maniscalco.

Observations on Mexico

• Tony and Joe discuss the dangers in Mexico, including corruption and the power of drug cartels.

Reflections on Relationships

• Tony talks about the importance of working relationships in comedy, mentioning examples like Redban and Louis J. Gomez.

Performance Highlights

• Summary of recent successful performances on Kill Tony, including guest appearances and new talent discovery.
• Tony mentions working with new regular Drew Nickens and other popular comedians.

Cultural and Health Observations

• Brief comments on trends such as OIC (Obesity Intervention Campaign) and their impact on people.
• Discussion about health during pandemic, including personal anecdotes from Tony and Joe about their friends and health challenges during COVID-19.

Future of Comedy

• Joe and Tony discuss the potential impact of AI on comedy and life in general.

Miscellaneous

• Conversation about boxing movies and historical observations.
• Discussion on societal issues, politics, and potential future societal changes.
• Insights on comedy dynamics, comedian interactions, and the impact of public figures like Donald Trump on society.