Joey Diaz

Date: 2012-09-20 | Duration: 1h 25m

Category: Comedy

Episode Overview

Joey Diaz joins Joe Rogan for a candid conversation covering a wide range of topics, from the struggles of navigating life in Los Angeles to the realities of the comedy and entertainment industry. Diaz shares vivid stories about the challenges of city driving, the pressures of ticket quotas for traffic cops, and the hustle required to break into acting and stand-up comedy. He reflects on his own journey, including moments of disillusionment and reinvigoration, highlighting how teaching and stand-up helped him regain his footing. The discussion also touches on the evolving comedy scene, with Diaz praising fellow comedians like Bert Kreischer and Tony Hinchcliffe, emphasizing the sense of community that has grown among performers. The episode delves into Diaz’s personal battles with substance abuse, offering raw insights into the highs and lows he’s experienced. He recounts his struggles with addiction and the impact it had on his life and career, underscoring the importance of resilience and self-awareness. Throughout the conversation, Diaz’s humor and authenticity shine, making for an engaging exploration of both the hardships and triumphs behind the scenes of show business. The episode closes with talk of upcoming comedy festivals and the ongoing camaraderie within the comedy world, leaving listeners with a sense of both reflection and optimism.

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

– Stand-up Comedy
– Acting
– Auditions
– Comedy Festivals
– Drug Addiction
– Martial Arts
– Podcasting
– Traffic Enforcement
– Hollywood
– Comedy Community
– Social Media
– Comedy Writing
– Personal Struggles
– Career Development
– Comedy Venues
– Comedy Industry
– Comedy Tours
– Comedy History
0:00:00 – Introduction to Joey Diaz and show theme
0:01:10 – Discussion about HOV lane driving experiences
0:05:35 – Traffic and police ticket quotas explained
0:10:47 – Joey's early career and family business background
0:11:41 – Challenges of auditions and acting career
0:15:19 – Joey and Joe Rogan's shared career experiences
0:18:05 – Acting training and notable actors discussed
0:22:03 – Professionalism on set and actor anecdotes
0:25:01 – Mention of the film 'At Close Range'
0:27:29 – Joey's audition stories and industry insights
0:28:49 – Book writing and entertainment industry reflections
0:31:48 – Christopher Walken and personal life stories
0:33:14 – Substance use and social habits conversation
0:35:06 – Comedy show sellouts and audience reactions
0:38:33 – Chicago comedy scene and notable comedians
0:41:18 – Comedy community growth and friendships
0:43:35 – Joey's struggles with drug testing and addiction
0:45:08 – Twitter as a supportive community
0:46:34 – Stand-up performances and audience engagement
0:49:12 – Unwanted massage and personal boundaries
0:50:37 – Discussion about being set up with drugs
0:52:59 – Ticket pricing and economic reflections
0:55:08 – Minimum wage and cost of living discussion
0:56:19 – Mall of America and consumer culture
0:58:39 – Empathy and understanding others' circumstances
1:00:07 – Social intelligence and salesmanship
1:02:00 – Teaching and stand-up as life changers
1:03:45 – Martial arts techniques and training
1:05:58 – Upcoming comedy events and guest appearances
1:09:54 – Flight cancellations and travel challenges
1:11:32 – Synthetic heroin impact on health
1:13:06 – Valium use and addiction struggles
1:15:22 – Management awareness of drug use
1:17:43 – Drug stash and paranoia experiences
1:18:44 – Late night food and socializing
1:20:02 – Identity confusion with Joey Diaz's name
1:21:12 – Show sponsorship and closing remarks

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 The Mad Flavor represents the Joe Rogan experience. Starting point is 00:00:29 first time and i just got in the right hand lane right and i just did 65 like the rest of the Starting point is 00:00:53 me and said, nah. And I said, Starting point is 00:01:10 You roll the dice in the HOV lane for a little bit. Starting point is 00:01:26 Because you can only cut into HOV where the lines say you're permitted. Starting point is 00:01:49 Kills you. Starting point is 00:02:01 They don't think that they should have to move. Starting point is 00:02:19 But these douchebags have this wealth of lanes. Starting point is 00:02:37 That's ridiculous. Starting point is 00:02:53 And here you are doing fucking 80. Starting point is 00:03:07 This motherfucker's got no loyalty to his people. Starting point is 00:03:28 I don't see it. Starting point is 00:03:38 You wanted to impress people. Starting point is 00:03:49 Yeah. Starting point is 00:04:00 Oh, I see what you're saying. Starting point is 00:04:13 Yeah, the one that some guy- Starting point is 00:04:24 It's not the Carrera S Starting point is 00:04:30 Because this is how I do it Starting point is 00:04:38 He's got a yarmulke Starting point is 00:04:44 Coming out of his yarmulke. Starting point is 00:04:53 I'm in Northern California. Starting point is 00:05:10 And you get caught up on those motherfucking hills late night. Starting point is 00:05:20 By mistake. Starting point is 00:05:35 Around LA, Starting point is 00:05:59 you into longmont uh-huh okay on iris in between uh 28th and 30th Street. Starting point is 00:06:19 Bam! Starting point is 00:06:30 The Alley. That's where they just... Starting point is 00:06:51 When you're going from Nashville, like Chattanooga, we were talking one day and they go, dog, they kill motherfuckers there. Starting point is 00:07:15 That's what they're looking for. Starting point is 00:07:28 They just sit there. Starting point is 00:07:55 and you have to write 10 tickets ...

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