Ngabur Ngobrol with Panji and Benny

Hosts

• Abra Arsyad Abdul Adrian
• Mr. Benny

Topics Covered

General Observations

• Discussion on punctuality, both in Indonesia and abroad.
• Panji often late as per the standard of Indonesian culture, sometimes not showing up.
• Experiences of Indonesian culture and humor, including comedic references to colleagues and past work experiences.

Experiences in Comedy

Panji's Journey

• Initial struggles, missed opportunities like PHK (layoffs) of colleagues in entertaining jobs.
• Recounting the shift to stand-up comedy in Indonesia and abroad.
• Mention of significant comic moments, such as performances being interrupted by other comedians or scheduling mishaps.
• Reflections on Panji's time with various comedy shows and events, including experiences with notable comedians.

New York and Comedy

New York Scene

• Described New York’s open mic and comedy scene in detail.
• Specific venues like QD in Astoria and Comedy Cellar mentioned, semi-obby as his idol in NY comedy circuit.
• Challenges faced by comedians managing and participating in open mics.
• Cultural differences and language barriers in performing comedy across regions eliciting different responses.

Lifestyle and Observations

• Living conditions and daily life details in New York: commuting, street experiences, urban challenges.
• Encounters with the police, street vendors, and incidents on the Subway
• Describing the ambiance and energetics of the NY comedy clubs and open mics.

Personal Experiences

Family Life

• Insights into Panji’s family life, including moving to New York, children's schooling, and balancing work-family commitments.

Reflections and Candid Moments

• Discussion on hobbies, inclinations towards comedy, and reflections on personal growth in stand-up.
• Insights into the struggles and successes in making it big in the comedy scene within and outside Indonesia.

Upcoming Events and Plans

Hidup Indonesia Maya Festival

• Overview of upcoming “Hidup Indonesia Maya” festival planned for August in three cities: Surabaya, Jogja, Jakarta.
• Components: Stand-up comedy, talk show featuring notable guests, monologue by Panji.
• Plan to fuse cultural discussions with humor and patriotic themes.

Comedy Future Prospects

• Potential for future collaborations and tours, emphasis on building cross-cultural comedic ties.
• Plans to continue evolving the style and reach of Indonesian comedy on an international stage.

Confirmations and Encouragements

• Encouragement to keep improving stand-up skills and to be tenacious in the comedy scene.
• Mention of relevant books and content for aspiring comedians.

Closing Notes

• Addressing future plans and the potential for new content creation.
• Consistent push towards enhanced cultural representation through comedy.

Key Takeaway: The session provided a mix of humor, cultural insights, and practical advice for comedians, emphasizing resilience and adaptability in pursuing comedy both domestically and internationally.