Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Jeff Arcuri
Summary
Comedian Jeff Arcuri joins host Jeff Zito to discuss his rapid rise from dishwasher and dog walker to Netflix star with his special "Nice to Meet You." Arcuri credits social media for his breakthrough and shares personal stories, including his wife Katie Thurston’s battle with breast cancer. The episode highlights his early sales jobs and the challenges of performing in New York City.
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Intro: Podcast ranking, guest Jeff Arcuri, and his Netflix special
Jeff Arcuri's rise from comedy clubs to sold-out theaters via social media
Growing up in NY and MI, moving to Chicago, and developing crowd work style
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Crowd work stories: Making a fan cry and a heckler getting dragged out
Early life, shy personality, and first jobs including dishwasher and sales
Wife Katie Thurston's breast cancer diagnosis and its impact on his special
Special title meaning, tour dates, and future goals
Outro recap: Jeff's journey from dog walker to Netflix star
Closing remarks, upcoming 200th episode, and final ad
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