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#1937 - Punkie Johnson

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Punkie Johnson

Punkie Johnson is a standup comic, writer, actress, and current cast member of "Saturday Night Live."

Episode Timestamps

  • Rising to Success

    • Joe Rogan congratulates the guest on her success
    • They discuss the excitement of seeing people rise in the comedy world
    • The guest talks about how unreal it all feels and reminiscing about driving down Sunset Blvd.
  • Following Dreams

    • The guest talks about her epiphany to leave New Orleans and chase her dreams
    • They discuss the interview process for working at the Comedy Store
    • Joe praises the guest's bartending skills and the family-like atmosphere at the Comedy Store.
  • Ciro's Nightclub and The Comedy Store

    • The Comedy Store used to be Ciro's nightclub
    • The big names were Ciro's and The Comedy Store
    • Famous people frequented the nightclub such as John F. Kennedy and Tina Turner
    • Bugsy Siegel owned the Comedy Store before Mitzi Shore
  • The History of The Comedy Store

    • The building had a lot of murder and was owned by the mob
    • Jen Kirkman gives haunted comedy tours of the building
    • The Comedy Store opened in the 70s
    • It has launched many careers over the years
  • Imposter Syndrome

    • Questioning herself every day
    • Wants to talk herself out of quitting
    • Imposter syndrome is common
    • Critiquing oneself is important
    • Wishes she was delusional sometimes
  • Watch what you say

    • SNL is her first corporate job with rules to follow
    • Have to watch what you say
    • Polar opposite of the Comedy Store
    • People purposely misunderstand things
    • Glass houses with buckets of rocks
  • Marijuana and Perspective

    • The speaker thinks that as an artist, you need both confidence and humility
    • Success can make it hard to maintain perspective
    • Smoking weed helps the speaker understand that everyone is vulnerable and in it together
    • It makes them more considerate and kind
    • They share a story where they protected service workers and always try to tip at least 50%
  • Hollywood Ideology and Behaviors

    • The speaker thinks many people in Hollywood are trying to be famous and attention-seeking
    • This leads to a high percentage of narcissists and sociopaths
    • They describe the audition process as degrading and forces people to behave a certain way
    • They say that controversial or unique opinions aren't allowed in Hollywood
    • They criticize the way people in Hollywood greet each other as robotic and fake
  • Kanye West's Mindset and Personality

    • Kanye West is a genius but also petty and ruthless
    • He used to be medicated and sluggish, but now he doesn't have a place to blow off steam
    • Removing someone's ability to communicate is not a solution to their behavior
  • Talking to Geniuses

    • It's exhilarating talking to geniuses like Kanye and Elon Musk because their minds work so differently
    • Elon Musk is a good person despite his public persona
    • Elon Musk and Kanye are just human beings with real lives
  • Comparing horsepower of rugged vehicles

    • Discussion on the horsepower of the Ford Bronco Raptor
    • Comparison to the Jeep with a similar setup
    • Mention of the top-heaviness of the Jeep and caution when driving it
  • Burt Kreischer and his career

    • Discussion on Burt Kreischer's success
    • Advice given to Burt to quit his travel show and focus on comedy
    • Mention of Burt's show "Hurt Burt" and the dangers of that career path
  • Talking about guns;

    • The speaker discusses his family's background with guns and his first gun purchase.
    • He emphasizes the importance of being responsible with a firearm and not using it for unnecessary reasons.
    • He shares a story about a video he saw where someone accidentally killed their friend with a gun.
  • Boxing and fighting;

    • The speaker talks about his interest in boxing when he was younger and his mother not allowing it.
    • He discusses the importance of footwork in boxing and how it relates to self-defense.
  • AI Manipulation of Society

    • Discussion on the potential of AI manipulating society
    • Concerns about AI-generated deepfakes being indistinguishable from real people
    • Fear of robots holding grudges against people who insult them
    • Mention of SNL's difficulty in writing sketches
  • Legacy of SNL

    • Reflection on SNL's legacy
    • Name-dropping of past and current esteemed members
    • Impressions of the work environment at SNL
  • The Comedy Store

    • The Comedy Store is an iconic and legendary comedy club
    • Performers like George Carlin, Damon Wayans, and Richard Pryor have all worked there
    • At times, the club had a lull in big names, but it always builds back up
    • Becoming a paid regular at the Comedy Store was a big achievement for Jerry
  • Mecca of Comedy

    • The Comedy Store was always Jerry's goal
    • Richard Pryor and Sam Kenison are famous comics who have worked there
    • Becoming a paid regular at the Comedy Store was a big milestone for Jerry
    • Ultimately, the Comedy Store is an iconic and important place in the world of comedy.
  • Becoming a Paid Regular at The Comedy Store

    • Discussion about the process of becoming a paid regular
    • Comedian "the Todd" helped the speaker by sitting next to Mitzi and laughing at his jokes
    • The Todd became sick and may no longer be alive
  • Overcoming a Scarcity Mentality in Comedy

    • Discussion about jealousy and scarcity mentality among comedians
    • Personal experience and realization of this mentality being counterproductive
    • Advice to focus on oneself and let go of jealous ideas
  • Joey Diaz's stage presence.

    • Diaz's performance once caused the headliner to quit mid-show
    • He has a strong stage presence that can captivate audiences
    • When touring with other comics, Diaz's comedy can often overshadow the local comedians
  • Joe Rogan's workout routine.

    • Rogan does a lot of kettlebell and bodyweight exercises
    • He incorporates cardio on the erg bike and the punching bag
    • He prefers working out alone to be in his own head
  • Boxing as an intense workout

    • Boxing is an intense workout that can help with weight loss and calorie burning.
    • Every bag in the gym can be used for a workout, and using a chest strap can measure calorie burn.
    • Round timers can help with structure and interval training.
  • Working out for mental clarity

    • The speaker feels his brain is engaged before his body during workouts.
    • His girlfriend was impressed with his strength after he did leg work and squats.
    • The speaker aims to do 100 push-ups in a row and cites an impressive world record of 10,000 in a row.
  • A discussion of Akiyama's MMA career and Bruce Lee's impact on martial arts

    • Akiyama was a judo champion and a legit MMA fighter
    • He fought and beat Melvin Manhoff, an incredible striker
    • Akiyama competed in Pride Fighting in the early 2000s and recently fought in One Championship
    • Bruce Lee was an Asian superhero who changed martial arts by combining different styles
  • A discussion of fitness and working out techniques

    • Jumping rope is a fantastic exercise for footwork
    • Plyometrics, footwork ladders, and shadow boxing are all great ways to improve agility
    • Joe recommends doing 50 push-ups and jumping jacks before a performance
    • Working out has incredible physical and mental benefits
  • Mayweather's defensive style

    • Mayweather is known for his defensive style
    • He's the best because he gets hit the least
    • Some people don't like it, but he's just the right amount of aggressive
    • Floyd can stand right in front of you and still avoid your punches
  • Tank Davis

    • Tank Davis is a monster
    • He measures his opponent before finding their weaknesses
    • Davis is different from other boxers because he doesn't throw many punches initially
    • Tank is humble despite his skills
  • Discussion about boxing, fighting, and boxers

    • The conversation centers around boxing and fighting
    • They talk about wanting to fight their peers for fun
    • Joe Rogan mentions various boxers, including Anne Wolfe and Clarissa Shields
    • They discuss the power and skill of female boxers and trainers
  • Discussion about alcohol, substance use, and its effects

    • They talk about their preferences for different types of alcohol and their effects on behavior
    • They discuss the potential shared experiences and history associated with drinking certain substances
    • They consider the possibility of shared experiences taking place with substances like psychedelics
  • Psychedelic Preparations

    • Discusses the importance of set and setting when taking psychedelics
    • Mentions the benefits of preparing the mind and body beforehand
    • Advises against filming the experience to get the most out of it
  • Psychedelic Therapy and Benefits

    • Discusses the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics for PTSD and end-of-life anxiety
    • Mentions the work done by John Hopkins University and the company Maps
    • Shares the story of a friend going to great lengths to obtain MDMA
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