Episode #1629

Lara Beitz

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Lara Beitz is a standup comedian who discusses her return to performing and her experiences with pandemic-era life, online conflict, relationships, and personal mental health. She and Joe Rogan also talk about comedy craft, writing, weight loss, substance use, recovery, OCD, meditation, and the effects of altered states, including experiences with alcohol and cannabis.

What they talked about

  • Opening of Sunset Strip Comedy Club in Austin
  • COVID-19 lockdowns and mental health impact
  • Weight loss journey and health improvements
  • Sobriety and addiction recovery
  • Comedy writing process and discipline
  • Edibles, cannabis, and psychedelic experiences
  • Fan interactions and stalker experiences
  • Body positivity and fat-shaming on social media

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