Episode #2116
Kevin James
Books mentioned
Disconnected Kids
Mentioned by Kevin James · at 01:22:57 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
Amazon (opens in a new tab; affiliate link) Source: Transcript (podscripts.co)
Timestamps are segment start times from the podscripts.co transcript of the audio release (includes ad reads), so they may differ from the video by a few minutes.
Kevin James, comedian and actor known for 'The King of Queens,' discusses his stand-up comedy experiences, writing process, and career insecurities. The conversation also covers fitness routines, diet (including carnivore diet), jiu-jitsu training, and the importance of discipline and community for motivation.
What they talked about
- Early days in Boston comedy scene
- Overcoming nerves and bombing at corporate gigs
- Performing in arena shows with The Store
- Crafting stand-up bits and stage presence
- Taking supplements like Alpha Brain and Inflasix 50
- Carnivore diet for weight loss and mental clarity
- Training jiu-jitsu and sparring with Merab Dvalishvili
- Injuries and recovery methods
Data last updated · Report a mistake · How it works: mentions are pulled from public transcripts and episode descriptions, partly with AI-assisted extraction, so details and timestamps can be off.