One Leg Outta The Pantyhose with Leanne Morgan
Summary
Dana Carvey and David Spade interview comedian Leanne Morgan, who discusses her late-blooming career and Southern roots. She shares stories about her childhood on a tobacco farm, developing her act at jewelry parties, and her unique approach to clean comedy. The conversation also covers her Netflix special, her new series with Chuck Lorre, and the challenges of corporate gigs.
Topics discussed
Intro and Leanne Morgan's recent rise to fame
Netflix special, tour, and new TV series with Chuck Lorre
Early life on a farm and childhood comedy influences
Childhood antics: smoking, grocery store crowd work, and soda
College years, early gigs, and the path to Hollywood
Jewelry parties as early comedy clubs and corporate gigs
Navigating clean comedy and working with Chuck Lorre
Corporate gigs, bombing, and the art of crowd work
Writing new material, ticket prices, and fan demographics
Audience dynamics and the 'blue dot' tour phenomenon
The moment fame hit and failed TV pilots before success
Acting roles with Reese Witherspoon and Judd Apatow
Life in LA, writing process, and gratitude for the journey
Future ideas, closing thoughts, and call to action
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