$), El Salvador (USD Jerrod Carmichael: Hey, let us release this. I got a text, like: go pick up your car. Now hes got a kid. Jerrod Carmichael: I wish I remembered who wrote it but I read the Humphrey Bogart biography that I loved. You might want to apply logic to your dreams and beliefs. Tim Ferriss: Were your parents at all worried for you? Tim Ferriss: Do you remember the first time that you bombed? I like to know. Jerrod Carmichael: Whats the last book that I sent to everybody? The comic previously starred in his own NBC sitcom, The Carmichael Show, and received raves for his recent Bo Burnham-directed HBO special Rothaniel.In the special, Carmichael came out as gay. It was over a series of conversations that we had where we discussed the state of comedy and comedy specials over a couple of yearsjust us talking about the things that we wanted to see and the specific tone. Afghanistan (AFN $), Burkina Faso (XOF She didnt hesitate to tell me how much she disliked it. Jerrod Carmichael: Which truthfully, I would have been cool with for a little while. This was HBO, you know? Meaning you didnt want to do it where you didnt feel the scene was strong? $), Norfolk Island (AUD I immediately, as soon as I got off the flight, started texting my friends: guys, you have to check out love at the store. Tim Ferriss: This is a Sunday; as context for people. Sometimes people make the mistake of thinking its always through work. Fr), Caribbean Netherlands (USD You know, be like Bob Dylan and start painting, you know what I mean? Evan and his wife took you dancing at one point, and he said that youd never been to a proper dance party before. I realized as much as I love comedy theres a part of me that also doesnt like comedy [Laughs]. Congrats to them, whatever, sure. It wasnt just like a couple of friends and me with camcorders, this was HBO. Tim Ferriss: I think you were doing fine. To wrap things up, I have to say that 8 feels like one of those career-defining specials. Is that a deliberate decision or is that just how the inner truths come out? It's staged but not stage-y; to watch him unload this burden of secrecy in such a deliberate yet natural way is to understand he's conferring a distinct and profound level of trust and openness with us, his audience. I dont do too much. Were you waiting for someone? This is got to sound like a real substitute teacher right now. To listen to any of the past episodes for free, check out this page. So did that come about because of the scene in Neighbors? I learned how to mute that because I was trying to be so hyper analytical that I didnt pay attention to my visceral response to things. Tim Ferriss: Or in multiples of those 90, it makes a big difference. Tim Ferriss: Bending themselves to what they perceive as a career. Jerrod Carmichael: Because they would have put me in a box, the little diversity champ. Everyone feels very strongly about everything. Dr. Seuss has a great quote: The people who dont mind dont matter, and the people who matter dont mind.. Jerrod Carmichael: You know, finish line. The thing I feel luckiest with is the group of people that Im around. But it is that. He paused at first, and then laughed. Tim Ferriss: I am so excited to finally sit down and record this. Or how do you think? The first one, we may not explore for very long. How many ounces did you have? $), North Korea (USD I hope that people allow room for nuance and allow room for a thought to be fully expressed. So do with that information what you will.. Again, I like focusing on things that matter. It may or may not have been the case that I had one or two glasses of wine. Tim Ferriss: That you can read something, say in the newspaper, and then use it somehow on stage that night. Jerrod Carmichael: Yeah, I bought a lot of the same, like white sweatshirt, grey pants, like Timberlands every day. Im trying to squeeze in a few more new experiences and things like that when I can, but I find myself getting bored constantly. Jerrod Carmichael: In North Carolina, yeah. Jerrod Carmichael: Right. Grow, change, and evolve. 973, This story has been shared 930 times. So, he used the time to ask All rights reserved. Tim Ferriss: I was on an international flight and Love at the Store was one of the options, your special. I still can look at certain shoes. Sign up for the newsletter so you don't miss the next one, plus get weekly recommendations on what's making us happy. I remember at one point, I was like whats next? Do you ever think about your legacy or the mark you want to leave in the comedy world? Tim Ferriss: Let me ask you maybe a strange question. Kwami Nayeri had me read the Autobiography of Malcolm X, start reading The New York Times and the local newspaper, and taking in all this information and learning and kind of discovering myself. Tim Ferriss: I love that. So I remember specifically there being one moment in class. 1,014, This story has been shared 982 times. Doing film, Im watching ever film, especially current because you want to know where you fit in in history and you want to know where you fit in in the current landscape. I think I might have maybe mentioned it the night before but it was the first time it just sounds like a finished product. I dont like this or I dont care about that. ERIK ABRISS: Why did you name your second special 8? Jerrod Carmichael: Yeah, where? I enjoy that. What is the world doing to us? Jerrod Carmichael: Me, the kids in the neighborhood, my family, everyones involved. I just walked around in the rain for like two hours and listened to Marvin Gaye. Fr), Hong Kong SAR (HKD But its just a great way to start the day. En los 90. 'Mandalorian' Funko Pops up to 77% Off Baby Yoda and More for Season 3, Who Plays the Armorer in 'The Mandalorian'? Tim Ferriss: So they were all shouting out suggestions, and Evan said fuck I think every third word. Im not saying like some shaman-esque experience but just sit and think. Jerrod Carmichael: We had fun. Fr), Cook Islands (NZD Jerrod Carmichael: A lot of times I like taking in other content, so maybe watch a movie, watch something thats interesting, read a book, go on a walk. I dont think Ive been. Jerrod Carmichael: Ill write down general and specific things. You know, like there was a thing that was online, or me just talking about Chic-fil-A. Because we all have a million plus thoughts a day. Tim Ferriss: Hello boys and girls, this is Tim Ferriss and welcome to another episode of the Tim Ferriss Show where it is my job to deconstruct world class performers of all different types to tease out the habits, routines, tactics, coping mechanisms, favorite books; whatever that you can apply and test in your own life. Jerrod Carmichael: A notebook and pens. Tim Ferriss: When youre at the bottom of a well, oh yeah. Tim Ferriss: Im going to try and I recommend people try the face at the top of the well exercise. Yeah, this is genuinely hard. We were just bullshitting outside of an open mic years ago, and its a joke by my friend Angelo, who has now passed away and meant so much to me. Tim Ferriss: I see a poodle and it looks like its on the edge of the precipice. For people listening who say yes, I want to learn more about this, is there some recommendation, or an exercise, or an action step, or something I should do more of or less of? Tim Ferriss: Yeah, sure. I was like, I want information. We had done a weekend in La Jolla and then that Monday, I just got a text: go pick up your car. Its where I taped my first special; the giant window at the Comedy Store. They found a way to build a career around them, as opposed to. Jerrod Carmichael: Does your mom not hydrate? We were going through a few of the names. Did I ever tell you you changed my life? Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. Do you wake up at a consistent time, generally? $), British Virgin Islands (USD Jerrod Carmichael: It was a thing that I felt I was really good at. I was on my way back to my place and I was like no, Im just gonna go on a walk. Jerrod Carmichael's reference to Shelly Miscavige and Scientology at the 2023 Golden Globes opened up old wounds in Hollywood. Jerrod Carmichael: People focus on the wrong things. We didnt have a lot of money but it was great. $), St. Barthlemy (EUR Jerrod Carmichael: Very amazing squat form. 2019, Serie - Comedia, Drama, Amor. Jerrod Carmichael comes out as gay in his new comedy special I can think to it but if Im writing or trying to work on something really specific, just silence. He paces around. The closest I came was within my first year doing that. Tim Ferriss: He may not have much dancing time. Im here because Im Black. Yep, Carmichael addressed one of the myriad of controversies that Theyre going to be like: fuck off, kid, number one. Jerrod Carmichael: Watch, its going to hit me in the car later: oh, thats what he meant by that. Jerrod Carmichael: I dont want to be wrong. Stream It Or Skip It: Tonight Youre Sleeping With Me on Netflix, a Dull, Passionless Polish Rom-Dram, Stream It Or Skip It: 'Disconnect: The Wedding Planner' on Netflix, A Nollywood Rom-Com, Stream It Or Skip It: 'A Sunday Affair' on Netflix, a Lukewarm Nollywood Love-Triangle Drama, Stream It or Skip It: 'Welcome to Valentine' on Hallmark, Where a CEO-In-Waiting Makes the Mistake of Driving a Classic Car through a Small Town, Where Was A Man Called Otto Filmed? Tim Ferriss: What separates a good working comedian from a great comedian? Herbert Chitepo/Rekai Were so excited to have Jerrod Carmichael host the historic 80th Golden Globe Awards. That feeling is going to be addressed either immediately or its going to be delayed, and Id rather address it now. Is there any particular commonality for you? Jerrod Carmichael: Literally loitering outside of a movie theater. The third season of that show is premiering in this year, 2017. What struck me most, though, was how his sense of newfound liberation can't fully overcome his own guilt and trauma, at least not yet. In this lovely setting, I wish you could see it. Jerrod Carmichael: What was it, the 3 E or whats the electronics expo? Please enjoy this transcript of my interview with comedian Jerrod Carmichael. Everyone was just like oh, man, thank you; thank God for you. For the sake of clarity, media outlets with advertising models are permitted to use excerpts from the transcript per the above. I want to let you get back to your day. You can de-fuck the script later. Im really lucky to have been able to work with Bo. I dont know when hes gonna go dancing again. Do you have a particular notebook that you like? Jerrod Carmichael: Yes, exactly. I did a show and I told her, youve got to do standup again. With his trademark temperament that is equal parts subdued and seriously aggravated, the 29-year-old comedian uses the stage in New Yorks Masonic Hall to engage in a casual chat with the audience, one where he unpacks his concerns and curiosities (which almost feel extemporaneous) with an effortless comfort. Jerrod Carmichael: It was fun. $), South Africa (USD ), St. Kitts & Nevis (XCD He opened the night by telling the audience, I am your host, Jerrod Carmichael, and Ill tell you why Im here. "The more honest I am, the freer I am," he Obviously youll collaborate with people and youll be so inspired by others and the people you work with. Tim Ferriss: Thats part of the reason why I insisted my friend Mike watch your stuff. But if you were to think of anything that occurs to you as mistakes that novice comedians or standup comedians make, what are some common mistakes? Thats a really visual exercise for me, which helps, too; Im just very visually hardwired. I mean youre up, you jump into some rehearsals or something. $), Svalbard & Jan Mayen (USD Maybe loitering outside of a movie theater; probably walking around LA or New York. Tim Ferriss: You also mentioned something, and I was like wait, hold it; I dont want to talk about it. "There's no easy way to say your grandma was a sidepiece," he cracks.) Like water under the bridge, dont cry over spilt milk. One of those scenes involves his mother, Cynthia, and her tumultuous relationship with his notoriously philandering father; at one point, he asks her if she's ever found women attractive, and Carmichael offhandedly mentions that he's hooked up with men. Im willing to be patient with my audiences if theyre patient with me. And it was just typed right in. Jerrod Carmichael: Just in every situation, youre kind of that guy and eventually, you accept it. Im open to any conversation. What do you say to that person? Jerrod Carmichael: For instance, we were just talking about habits so its going to seem like it immediately contradicts it but even open mikes, I wouldnt do the exact same open mikes every time because you do what you do well and move on to the next place; stay in motion. Mort Sahl checked his notes. Tim Ferriss: Maybe its not a fine line but Im sure people think about this; how do you establish a unique style yourself without getting pigeon holed? And I did a damn good job, mind you. Thank God I didnt have to but I would have been cool with it. I was just talking to my mom. You tell yourself it will never happen again; it will but tell yourself that it wont and go do it again. Carmichael had no choice but to address the obvious tokenization. I just dont really like comedy specials. Jerrod Carmichael: So many helicopters in LA. Ill create a thing but I just want information. So it was just pretty insistent. Comment Rules: Remember what Fonzie was like? I dont know what it is. I cant remember what it won. Youre always excited, and hes one of the most brilliant people Ive ever met. After coming onstage without a microphone, he settled the crowd down in his trademark understated manner and cut right to the chase: Welcome to the 80th annual Golden Globe awards. The acclaimed comedian comes out as gay in his new HBO special, Rothaniel, a few years Tim Ferriss: You mentioned Malcolm X. People can only tell you what works for them, and maybe that applies to you. Even if I wasn't physically in the room with him the night of that performance, I felt a sense of intimacy I've never quite felt before with a comedian and have felt with few other artists. If nobodys laughing, at some point, no matter how much you believe, maybe this isnt a strength. Tim Ferriss: My understanding, just to talk about the original room, do they let cameras in there a lot? Tim Ferriss: It doesnt have to be just three. ), French Guiana (EUR Were you doing open mikes at the time or was it just through social interaction? Thats why I like reading biographies. The theme is secrets: Those we tell ourselves, and those we tell about our origins. If youre the average of the five people we also have a black helicopter coming to pick up some special operations folks who are having lunch next to us. They were excited. I was an editor on the New York Times's arts desk at the time, and we were there to chat for a profile pegged to his new HBO special Home Videos, a loose, sort of experimental collection of vignettes in which he filmed intimate, unscripted conversations with the black women and girls in his family. I dont know. You always have the shoes to fall back on if the comedy thing doesnt work out for you. As he did on The Carmichael Show and in Rothaniel, Carmichael bucked expectations by attacking the gig of Golden Globes host his wayand in with full candor about his own opinions on racism, the industry, and life in general. You know what I mean? What in general separates , Jerrod Carmichael: Dave Chappelle is obviously. If youve seen Neighbors, he did that in the Universal comedy sequel Neighbors 2 opposite Seth Rogen and Zac Effron. Jerrod Carmichael: Oh, wow. Then you say it, and then thats it. I actually prefer the realer the conversation, the better; small talk is obviously boring and you dont want to get caught up in that type of thing. See, its usually people who arent where they want to be. As soon as I landed, I did two things. And No. Jerrod Carmichael: Its fun. Jerrod Carmichael: Oh, thats a great question. But LA, it really is the best and you want to be around the best. He said, Oh, hes gonna be really big, along those lines is what he said. If I go to a new restaurant and I love it, all of my friends have gone there with me at some point. A lot of itas you see in the specialhappens onstage. You want it confirmed. He's still processing his mother's dismissal of his sexuality because she "can't go against God" and trying to understand how the woman he loves so dearly could make him feel so small and ignored. Jerrod Carmichael: My parents are definitely hard workers. Jerrod Carmichael: They had this comedy showcase in San Diego years ago, it was just starting up and it was the NBC Diversity Showcase. Jerrod Carmichael: Oh, Kwami Nayeri. Jerrod Carmichael: I have to just listen to it separately. And this is ten seconds after hearing the joke! Comedian Jerrod Carmichael didnt pull any punches with the Golden Globes as the Hollywood awards show made its TV comeback after a hiatus riddled with controversy. Ill tell you why Im here. Im here because Im Black, the Rothaniel comic said Tuesday in his opening monologue as this years host. Ill catch everyone in the room up. As a comic onstage, I can say in a premise something that someone gets terribly offended by. As far as technical things, maybe that applies to you and maybe it doesnt. Jerrod Carmichael: Those that I named are great. I had this guy Argus Hamilton, just like this legend of the Comedy Store and of the same It just felt kind of like a Saturday and were doing spots, and I wanted to just capture it; me working on material. We have a wooden horse to the left of us. Jerrod Carmichael: No, I started comedy in LA. Im bringing HBO. So we do talk about focus and how he went from East Coast to West Coast and got all of this done. Why are you doing that? Tim Ferriss: But it was a sleeper, so everyone was asleep except for me, and Im drinking wine and watching your stand-up. 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