Joey Diaz

Date: 2020-03-26 | Duration: 3h 3m

Episode Overview

Joe Rogan and Joey Diaz dive into a wide-ranging conversation that touches on the challenges of performing and living through the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Joey shares his personal experience with health struggles, including arthritis and anxiety, and how he adapted his routine by incorporating boxing workouts and breathing exercises to maintain physical and mental well-being during lockdown. The discussion also explores the unpredictable nature of the virus, with Joey reflecting on stories of family members affected and the broader societal impact, including the reopening of venues and the tension between safety and economic pressures. The episode also features Joey’s candid takes on the comedy scene, the importance of live audience energy, and how the pandemic has forced performers to rethink their craft. He recounts memories from his early days in comedy and the influence of fellow comedians and mentors. Additionally, the conversation touches on political and cultural topics, including public figures’ responses to the crisis and the fragility of current social systems. Throughout, Joey’s raw storytelling and humor provide insight into resilience, adaptation, and the human side of navigating uncertain times.

About Joey Diaz

Joey Diaz is a stand-up comedian and podcaster known for his unfiltered, storytelling-heavy comedy style that draws from his turbulent past. He's built a career sharing wild anecdotes about his life, including his struggles with the criminal justice system and substance abuse during his younger years in Boulder, Colorado. His appeal lies in his ability to blend humor with genuine reflection on his past mistakes while discussing everything from combat sports to current events with candid, no-holds-barred commentary.

Key Moments

– Comedy
– Mixed Martial Arts
– COVID-19
– Health and Wellness
– Addiction and Recovery
– Podcasting
– Film and Television
– Immune System
– Mental Health
– Boxing
– Stand-up Comedy
– Vaping
– Supplementation
– Anxiety
– Sleep Disorders
– Social Distancing
– Public Health Policy
– Comedy Clubs
– Cannabis
– MMA Fighters
0:00:00 – Introduction with Joey Diaz on live podcast
0:01:36 – Joey discusses knee arthritis treatment
0:03:34 – Observations on crowd size and social distancing
0:06:25 – Offer of a spot in the operating room
0:07:41 – Discussion of COVID-19 symptoms and severity
0:08:55 – Impact of COVID-19 on family and community
0:10:52 – Importance of hitting the bag for fitness
0:12:41 – Joey reflects on performing during pandemic
0:14:25 – Skepticism about official COVID-19 death counts
0:15:06 – Reopening of movie theaters amid pandemic
0:19:28 – Realization of human resilience and adaptability
0:21:34 – Fear and uncertainty around virus exposure
0:24:57 – Podcasting energy versus stand-up comedy energy
0:26:43 – Fearful plane ride experience to New York
0:30:36 – Discussion on strengthening the immune system
0:33:36 – Early awareness of smoking habits and health
0:36:29 – Focus on breathing exercises for wellness
0:40:42 – Paranoia and lifestyle changes due to pandemic
0:42:18 – Political debate on risk and economy reopening
0:47:03 – Critique of political figures and leadership
0:50:23 – COVID-19 described as a death sentence
0:53:40 – Ethics and legality of sharing health information
0:57:31 – Frustration with political behavior
1:03:29 – Discussion on awareness of virus spread
1:05:22 – Joey's experience during HIV epidemic
1:07:10 – Reference to the film 'And the Band Played On'
1:11:06 – Impactful rape scene in a movie affecting Joey
1:13:05 – Description of movie scenes and actors
1:19:55 – Discussion of notable MMA fighters
1:27:25 – Considerations about safely returning to live shows
1:31:01 – Financial struggles of entertainers during pandemic
1:36:09 – Need for regular outings for mental health
1:41:33 – Concerns about celebrities contracting COVID-19
1:43:43 – Watching MMA fights remotely during pandemic
1:46:24 – Potential for 21-day quarantine protocols
1:48:03 – Training with Israeli fighter and life risks
1:50:14 – Effects of ibuprofen and inflammation
1:52:49 – Wake-up call for personal health care
2:00:23 – Joey's routines for mental and physical health
2:11:07 – Discussion on mixing alcohol with medication
2:14:06 – Comedy and personal anecdotes about health
2:16:13 – Technical talk on sound and audio equipment
2:20:02 – Using recorded sets to improve comedy
2:23:08 – Joey's early emcee experiences
2:28:22 – Struggles with legal issues and personal challenges
2:34:44 – Joey's experience with medication overdose
2:37:04 – Effects of smoking on sleep and anxiety
2:41:01 – Discussion of terpenes and cannabis components
2:43:13 – Preference for cannabis over opioids
2:48:42 – Use of cannabis for sleep and relaxation
2:53:12 – Plans for MMA fight analysis and discussion
2:58:33 – Uncertainty about future live events
2:59:36 – Closing remarks and encouragement to listeners

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 And we're live, Joey Diaz. Starting point is 00:00:21 February 29th, it was at 50% capacity. Starting point is 00:00:39 you were at 50% capacity Starting point is 00:00:53 When I went into the green room, bro, and I saw all those people in the green room, Starting point is 00:01:11 Yeah, they're going to have to have guards to get in there. Starting point is 00:01:36 I went to a doctor for a shot on my knee to get the gel for the arthritis. Starting point is 00:01:58 they're like fucking neighbors. Starting point is 00:02:16 and then I was just going to sit in my hotel room for two days, Starting point is 00:02:34 I sent them a picture of my knee Starting point is 00:02:52 and I went to the garden on the side. Starting point is 00:03:05 But while I was sitting there, it was a Tuesday. Starting point is 00:03:34 I mean, it's like maybe 10,000 for every 10 minutes that you sit there, people that walk by you. Starting point is 00:04:00 I just kept cutting it down. Starting point is 00:04:18 I could do that. Starting point is 00:04:33 How far is that? Starting point is 00:04:45 Did you do that one? That's a good escape. That's a good one. Did you do that one? Starting point is 00:04:53 And then you go another six-ish, somewhere in that range, you get to Salt Lake, depending Starting point is 00:05:08 There's nobody there. Starting point is 00:05:21 I love it. Starting point is 00:05:30 Great Mexican food. Starting point is 00:05:43 There's one famous Mexican spot Starting point is 00:05:59 that's nothing. 200,000 Starting point is 00:06:25 and they offered me a spot in the OR. Starting point is 00:06:52 he's not showing any symptoms and he has asthma and Starting point is 00:07:26 Because you really, listen, you know a lot of people, Starting point is 00:07:41 He got real sick. Starting point is 00:08:05 If you don't have it, if you don't get it, you can kind of like, oh, well, this is no Starting point is 00:08:33 So it's weird. Starting poin...

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