YKWD #648 | Ryan Hamilton & Cipha Sounds
Summary
Robert Kelly hosts comedians Ryan Hamilton and Cypher Sounds on a "clean" episode of his podcast, discussing their new specials and past careers. They explore the evolution of stand-up comedy, contrasting traditional stagecraft with modern social media trends. The group debates the financial and artistic implications of performing clean versus dirty material. The conversation also touches on their personal journeys from journalism and DJing to comedy.
Topics discussed
Podcast intro and guest introductions
Movie billing and the 25th Hour cast
Monetization and editing out profanity
Clean comedy vs. dirty comedy styles
The pressure of social media and marketing
Hims sponsor segment
Personal growth and lifestyle changes
Childhood in rural Idaho and early journalism
Transition from DJing to stand-up comedy
The impact of the pandemic on comedy
Touring with Jerry Seinfeld and Dave Chappelle
Road life, schedules, and travel stories
Comedian riders and backstage food requests
Celebrity rider stories: Beyonce, Dre, and Eddie Griffin
New Netflix special and creative process
Upcoming tour dates and show sign-off
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