#1937 - Punkie Johnson

Episode Timestamps

• 00:00:45

  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.
• 00:06:55

  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.
• 00:11:23

  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
• 00:12:35

  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
• 00:21:12

  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
• 00:23:04

  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
• 00:31:30

  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%
• 00:34:39

  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
• 00:40:08

  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
• 00:44:26

  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
• 00:50:54

  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
• 00:54:52

  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
• 00:59:14

  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.
• 01:07:49

  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.
• 01:13:30

  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
• 01:17:19

  Legacy of SNL

  • Reflection on SNL's legacy
  • Name-dropping of past and current esteemed members
  • Impressions of the work environment at SNL
• 01:24:59

  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
• 01:28:29

  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.
• 01:30:14

  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
• 01:31:56

  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
• 01:39:37

  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
• 01:47:15

  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
• 01:48:59

  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.
• 01:52:40

  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.
• 01:58:09

  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
• 02:01:52

  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
• 02:09:42

  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
• 02:11:39

  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
• 02:18:58

  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
• 02:24:55

  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
• 02:31:01

  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
• 02:34:47

  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