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Chloe Radcliffe & a Goblin Are Artistés

Nov 3, 2026 · 1h 0m

Summary

Chloe Radcliffe returns to discuss her new stand-up special, Eyes Down Here, and the revival of her solo show, Cheat. She reflects on the pressures of being an "artiste," the insecurity of feeling special among other talented people, and her history of deriving value from male attention. The conversation also includes a humorous recounting of a disastrous tandem bike ride and her recent collaboration with Comedy Central.

Topics discussed

Progressive Insurance Ad Welcome back and reunion with Chloe The tandem bike disaster story Johannes' beard and the hot dog tradition Naming the special and A1 on a burger Insecurities and PR therapist banter Eyes Down Here special and Comedy Central Artiste vs Comedienne and proving worth The special boy and feeling special Jimmy Fallon job and imposter syndrome Promo for November 12th show Progressive Insurance Ad Favorite joke and upcoming solo shows Cheat show, Edging the Apocalypse, and writing process Therapy and moving goalposts Bringing back old material and directors High school speech and theater anecdotes Rapid fire questionnaire Promoting the special and high school crush Studio murals and legal binding plans Sightseeing and George Clooney Progressive Insurance Ad
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