Bert Kreischer

Date: 2016-03-03 | Duration: 3h 38m

Category: Comedy

Episode Overview

Bert Kreischer dives into a wide-ranging conversation covering his experiences on the road, the challenges and nuances of stand-up comedy, and his unique approach to balancing life and work. He reflects on the importance of staying sharp on stage, sharing how even short breaks can disrupt his comedic flow and the effort it takes to maintain new material. Bert also opens up about his struggles with alcohol, describing his attempts to moderate and the impact it has on his lifestyle while touring. His candidness about these personal battles adds depth to the discussion beyond the usual comedy anecdotes. The episode also explores Bert’s fascination with nature and wildlife, including vivid stories about ants, bees, and hyenas, highlighting their surprising behaviors and biological quirks. These natural history insights are interwoven with humorous observations, showcasing Bert’s curiosity and storytelling flair. Additionally, the conversation touches on emerging technologies like virtual reality and time travel theories, where Bert imagines the future of immersive entertainment and the potential for new experiences. Throughout, the episode balances humor with thoughtful reflections on creativity, health, and the evolving landscape of comedy and culture.

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

– Stand-up Comedy
– Animal Behavior
– Podcasting
– Virtual Reality
– Addiction Recovery
– Mental Health Therapy
– Travel Experiences
– Technology Innovations
– Social Dynamics
– Comedy Specials
– Wildlife Conservation
– Cultural Traditions
– Time Travel Theories
– Video Game Addiction
– Marijuana Edibles
– Comedy Clubs
– Personal Relationships
– Health and Fitness
– Comedy Industry
– Ethnic Communities
0:00:00 – Opening banter about drinking and memory
0:02:35 – Discussion on email taglines and communication
0:03:47 – Documentaries on ant colonies and their communication
0:07:25 – Impact of cell phone signals on bees
0:08:02 – Filming with autistic participants
0:10:45 – Discovery of a mega ant colony
0:15:18 – Story about a new shirt maker
0:18:57 – Trying edible marijuana popcorn
0:20:32 – Cigar night with family and Joey Diaz story
0:24:18 – Inspirational moments watching Joey Diaz
0:27:19 – Praise for the Irvine Improv comedy venue
0:29:24 – Discussion on stand-up comedy breaks and routines
0:33:33 – Mention of Tennessee and comedy club history
0:36:19 – Bees as environmental indicators
0:38:43 – Wine consumption during Trip Flip filming
0:41:50 – Advice to seek medical help
0:42:39 – Lance Armstrong doping conversation
0:44:56 – Appreciation expressed to the audience
0:46:01 – Description of beautiful travel locations
0:48:26 – Fight incident story
0:52:12 – Men's social clubs and traditions
0:54:26 – Discussion on racial and cultural spaces
0:57:25 – Challenges of being a comic
1:00:11 – Creating new stand-up material
1:02:25 – Wild life encounters and mafia stories
1:04:02 – Switching to stand-up mode mindset
1:07:14 – Podcasting on the road
1:10:45 – Touring and real estate anecdotes
1:13:25 – Discussion about elements and word origins
1:34:15 – Nikki Glaser's lie detector show
1:35:13 – Bill Burr's influence and Conan appearances
1:38:54 – Watching a Christian-themed show with Bill Burr
2:12:31 – Female hyenas and unique biology
2:18:11 – Reasons for going on safari
2:20:07 – Math with Joe and his daughter
2:26:03 – Social justice warriors and comedy boundaries
2:28:36 – Admiration for Cat Williams
3:00:01 – Visual artists creating innovative VR content
3:16:31 – Future of immersive virtual reality experiences
3:22:10 – Interactive movies and multiple story endings
3:27:29 – Javelina animal behavior and predator calls
3:33:08 – Ari's storytelling show and animal fights
3:34:53 – Upcoming comedy shows promotion

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Hello! you woke up and this happened, but do you really remember last night? Yeah. Except I didn't eat last night. Starting point is 00:00:36 No, I didn't start drinking until after I got off stage and stuff. Starting point is 00:00:54 Yeah. Starting point is 00:01:09 Well, I always think that people would remind me Starting point is 00:01:26 You shouldn't write it off to other people. Starting point is 00:01:44 That's a different animal. You've got to ask Starting point is 00:01:59 guy that's texting me? Starting point is 00:02:35 Like, do you ever get an email from someone and they have like a tagline in their email? Starting point is 00:02:53 Dominic Monaghan, Starting point is 00:03:04 Hey, Starting point is 00:03:32 these weird animals. Starting point is 00:03:39 conversations about Starting point is 00:03:47 but I've watched quite a few documentaries on it, Starting point is 00:04:05 that they build underground, Starting point is 00:04:29 And there's a pipe above it that's like an air pipe that they've tunneled up through Starting point is 00:04:52 Oh, yes, I have. Starting point is 00:05:06 Look at that. God damn. damn wow that's so cool i mean how are they all communicating together to figure this out this Starting point is 00:05:48 I mean, this is like metal. Starting point is 00:05:57 These ants are like, what the fuck? Starting point is 00:06:18 digging this out Starting point is 00:06:47 Harvester Ant Casting brought to you by, so it's an oh antcaster.com so it's a company that murders ants for you that's crazy nobody gives a fuck if you kill ants Starting point is 00:07:11 And they should. Starting point is 00:07:25 But what I've read is that they're pretty sure that bees are affected by cell phone signals in some sort of a negative way. Starting point is 00:08:02 up in um i thought you're gonna say you did it with autistic people. Yeah, we took these autistic fuckers and lied to them. Starting point is 00:08:25 Maybe they had...

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