Episode #33

Dane Cook

· 3 books mentioned

Books mentioned

  1. Born Standing Up

    Steve Martin

    Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 01:10:08

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  2. The War of Art

    Steven Pressfield

    Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 02:26:53

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Dane Cook discusses his development as a comedian, from early gigs and television opportunities to building an audience and refining stand-up material. He and Joe Rogan also explore online identity, fame, creative ownership, writing discipline, performance anxiety, personal relationships, and the risk of losing oneself to a stage persona.

What they talked about

  • Sponsor discussion of The Fleshlight
  • Performing at Pink's birthday party
  • Early comedy troupe with Bobby Kelly and Al DelBene
  • Landing the role on NewsRadio
  • Stepbrother stealing $11 million
  • Criticism and evolving as a comedian
  • Writing a book and creative process
  • Dane Cook's arena tour and fan support

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