225. Ariel Elias: One Joke Every Day for a Year
Summary
Mike Birbiglia interviews comedian Ariel Elias, who discusses her viral moment after a heckler threw a beer can at her and how she transformed that trauma into comedy. They explore the mechanics of joke writing, the importance of context, and the shift from negativity to positivity in material. Elias also shares insights on her daily writing routine, navigating personal relationships in her act, and the challenges of starting out in New Orleans open mics.
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