Episode #1826
Fahim Anwar
Books mentioned
The War on the West
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 02:30:18 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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Fahim Anwar, a stand-up comic and podcast host, joins Joe Rogan to discuss the evolving comedy landscape, including distribution on YouTube and Netflix, and the culture of stand-up. The conversation also touches on his new special, personal stories, and a range of topics from cooking to fighter jets.
What they talked about
- Austin comedy scene at Vulcan
- Fahim's early career and writing on a show
- Shift in political views on comedy
- Anecdote about bats under Congress Bridge
- Craft of joke writing and stage time
- Development of Fahim's special 'Hat Trick'
- Influence of comics like Dave Attell and Richard Jeni
- Discussion of MMA and Pride Fighting
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