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Jun 2021
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45. Neal Brennan: The Comedy Whisperer

MIKE BIRBIGLIA
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Before they became comedians, Mike and Neal both got their start working the door at different comedy clubs. Now, they sit down for a discussion of what it was like for Neal to co-create Chapelle’s Show, and the best advice that Neal received from Chris Rock on his hit Netflix special, “3 Mics.” Plus, new material about protesting yourself, macaroni and a po ... Show More
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