Bert Kreischer

Date: 2014-12-23 | Duration: 3h 1m

Episode Overview

Bert Kreischer joins Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging conversation that blends humor with candid reflections on life’s unpredictability. They kick off discussing health challenges, including Kreischer’s experience with malaria medication and its side effects, which leads into a broader chat about the seriousness of diseases like malaria and Ebola. This segues into stories from Kreischer’s adventurous past, including wild wrestling matches and intense moments from his youth, highlighting his fearless and often reckless spirit. The discussion also delves into Kreischer’s comedy career, where he shares insights on the craft of joke writing, the importance of authenticity, and the competitive nature of stand-up. He reflects on how his upbringing shaped his approach to humor and storytelling, emphasizing the value of perseverance and learning from failure. Throughout, Kreischer’s natural storytelling shines, especially when recounting memorable incidents like his rope-swinging adventures and interactions with fellow comedians and fighters. The episode balances laughter with thoughtful commentary on creativity, fear, and the drive to push boundaries both on stage and in life.

About Bert Kreischer

Bert Kreischer is a celebrated stand-up comedian, actor, and reality television host, renowned for his larger-than-life personality and captivating storytelling. He gained fame with his uproarious stand-up specials and his hit podcast, "Bertcast," where he shares hilarious anecdotes and engages with fellow comedians. Kreischer's memoir, "Life of the Party," showcases his wild college experiences and has garnered a loyal following, further solidifying his status in the comedy world. Known for his signature shirtless performances and infectious energy, Bert captivates audiences with his relatable humor and unabashed honesty, making him a standout figure in contemporary comedy.

Key Moments

– Malaria
– Podcasting
– Quicksand
– Wrestling
– Comedy
– Hunting
– Music
– Animal Behavior
– Fatherhood
– Anxiety
– Stand-up Comedy
– Outdoor Adventures
– Marijuana
– Television Shows
– Social Dynamics
– Competitive Sports
– Logging
– Wildlife Conservation
– Mental Health
– Historical Ships
0:00:00 – Introduction to The Joe Rogan Experience
0:01:21 – Discussion about malaria medicine
0:03:04 – Story about quicksand and sinkers
0:05:20 – Malaria death statistics explained
0:07:31 – One out of two people died from malaria fact
0:09:03 – Bitcoin donations and event safety measures
0:11:47 – Skydiving dangers and death causes
0:13:59 – History of a mobster-built gambling venue
0:15:41 – Personal story about changing a tire
0:17:38 – Child hit with a bat to stop play
0:20:37 – Need for alcohol in social situations
0:22:24 – Protests and public inconvenience discussion
0:23:49 – Human follow mentality and social behavior
0:25:31 – Becoming a single shooter Mark Wahlberg movie
0:29:25 – Explanation of cauliflower ear in wrestling
0:34:25 – Understanding leverage and body manipulation
0:36:56 – Coach's tough love in wrestling
0:39:31 – Wrestling match preparation and mindset
0:41:45 – Birds of prey and environmental impact
0:44:10 – Critique of logging and environmental concerns
0:47:28 – Beauty of natural landscapes described
0:50:09 – Impact of beauty on creativity and mood
0:55:19 – Costume party references and music memories
0:58:06 – Cats teaching hunting skills to kittens
1:00:05 – Comedy career advice and audience connection
1:04:49 – Self-reflection on personality and competitiveness
1:06:12 – Unique aspects of fatherhood discussed
1:08:40 – Santa Claus interaction with children
1:10:45 – Gym anecdotes and social observations
1:14:26 – Personal views on charity and activism
1:16:34 – Balancing annoyance and effectiveness in activism
1:18:14 – Comedy community and peer respect
1:23:20 – Admiration for Joe Rogan's podcast
1:25:06 – Writing out goals and personal motivation
1:29:37 – Old table with historical significance
1:32:05 – Friendly greetings and camaraderie
1:34:15 – Health recovery and personal care
1:36:09 – Music recommendations: Sturgill Simpson
1:41:35 – Discussion on awareness of local events
1:44:14 – MMA fighter Tate's personality and skills
1:48:50 – Tate chokes opponent unconscious
1:51:10 – Parents' neglect and childhood habits
1:53:43 – Appreciation of old stories and history
1:54:33 – Desire to learn helicopter flying
2:01:32 – Medical marijuana and its societal impact
2:04:28 – Modern cattle farming techniques
2:07:41 – Human empathy towards mammals versus other animals
2:12:29 – Butterflies and 3D spatial navigation
2:15:16 – Introduction to new show Mr. Bert
2:18:06 – Managing anxiety through action
2:20:04 – Competitive pool game stories
2:23:50 – Life lessons from a decade of experience
2:26:25 – Writing and joke development advice
2:28:49 – Facing terror in adventurous activities
2:30:51 – Clay pigeon shooting experience
2:33:05 – Rifle hunting and ethical considerations
2:37:17 – Wild parrots and their loud presence
2:40:58 – Parrot behavior and courtroom humor
2:44:08 – What makes a person worth being around
2:47:51 – Favorite songs and personal anecdotes
2:50:32 – Discussion of Eagles band and documentary
2:52:27 – Owl behavior and survival strategies
2:54:33 – Recommendation of Two Guys, One Fish
2:56:15 – Closing thanks and appreciation for listeners

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 The Joe Rogan Experience. Starting point is 00:00:30 What are you doing, Jamie? Starting point is 00:00:38 I'm fine. Starting point is 00:00:49 was on malaria pills and I had to Starting point is 00:01:05 Oh yeah Starting point is 00:01:21 What's the name of the malaria medicine? Starting point is 00:01:31 Yeah, it's fucking... Starting point is 00:01:46 Yeah. Starting point is 00:01:54 People are complaining. Starting point is 00:02:06 how am i going to sleep at night what are the vacation that would be if i can't drink Starting point is 00:02:47 I heard it from the Radiolab podcast. Starting point is 00:03:04 The guys that are in it, they're called sinkers. And I was like, fuck, I've seen it all. I saw it, and I was like, I'm going to find quicksand porn and i cannot find one really yeah they talked about quicksand porn the guys that are in it they're called sinkers and i was like fuck i've seen it all i thought and i was like Starting point is 00:03:34 Listen to this. Starting point is 00:04:09 because it came over here. Oh my god, Starting point is 00:04:29 Oh, shut up. Starting point is 00:04:40 You ready for this shit? Starting point is 00:05:20 million or 584 million is accurate. So it could be as low as 367,000 or as high as 755,000. Starting point is 00:05:52 Only you would think that way. Starting point is 00:06:07 What's the biggest one? Starting point is 00:06:19 What? Starting point is 00:06:27 But that's a big fucking number of people. Starting point is 00:06:41 White people would be losing their shit. Starting point is 00:06:58 You've got to take it every day, two days before you're in the area, Starting point is 00:07:17 Would it be a drink or would it be like a jam? Starting point is 00:07:31 That is a crazy statistic that one out of two people that have ever died ever died of malaria. Starting point is 00:07:55 worse like and so you know that shit's around the corner no way you feel better and you're like fuck Starting po...

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