Estee Adoram: The Gatekeeper of Funny
Summary
Trevor Noah and Eugene Mirman banter about phone accessories and Trevor’s past stand-up career before welcoming Esty Adoram, the Comedy Cellar’s legendary booker. Esty discusses her 44-year tenure, revealing how she identifies comedic talent by observing audience reactions rather than just laughs. She shares stories of discovering icons like Dave Chappelle and emphasizes the importance of humility and listening for comedians to succeed.
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