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#2320 - Tom Segura

The Joe Rogan Experience

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Tom Segura is a stand-up comedian, actor, podcaster, and author. He co-hosts two podcasts: “Your Mom’s House” with his wife, comedian Christina Pazsitzky, and “Two Bears, One Cave” with Bert Kreischer. He is also the author of “I’d Like to Play Alone, Please: Essays.” Watch his comedy series, “Bad Thoughts,” now streaming on Netflix.www.ymhstudios.com https://www.netflix.com/title/81740857 Don’t miss out on all the action - Download the DraftKings app today! Sign-up using dkng.co/rogan or with my promo code ROGAN.  GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. $5+ first-time bet req. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 5/18/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Highlights

Tom Segura, a renowned comedian and podcaster, shares insights into the comedy industry, personal experiences, health challenges, societal issues, and more. His reflections span from creating authentic comedic content to navigating life's complexities while maintaining a successful career.
18:34
Genuine laughter is most fun and contagious, unlike fake laughs.
22:57
The speaker's child quit jiu-jitsu citing a 'full schedule' but wanted to return later.
34:22
Climbers can perform one-finger chin-ups showcasing incredible strength.
53:08
Student loans can turn professionals into sociopaths due to high debt.
1:06:25
A guy is building his own Ferrari F40 instead of buying an over-priced classic one.
1:20:36
Kratom is used by some to quit opiates but can become an addiction itself.
1:37:13
Kanye's rebellious attitude includes making songs with highly offensive references.
1:41:39
Women prefer natural diamonds over lab-generated ones despite cost differences.
1:57:24
High-stakes one-pocket pool games attract significant gambling sums.
2:06:36
Getting knocked out can be a harsh wake-up call for fighters who think they're invincible.
2:20:37
AI could make actors obsolete in the entertainment industry
2:25:19
Most fighters' careers end badly despite the glory of winning.
2:36:55
Some people struggle to re-enter stand-up after leaving for a long time.

Chapters

How Did Tom Break Into Netflix Comedy?
00:00
Balancing Comedy, Acting, and Family Life
20:46
Sleep Hacks and Fitness Challenges
25:30
Why Has Our Food Gotten Worse?
46:09
Are Counterfeit Goods Really That Bad?
1:03:56
Understanding Modern Addictions
1:20:36
Can We Solve Society's Problems?
1:24:59
What Makes Diamonds So Special?
1:39:21
Confidence and Gambling in Sports
1:46:10
The Psychology Behind Fighting
2:04:38
Will AI Replace Artists?
2:13:25
The Price Fighters Pay for Fame
2:25:19
Looking Back at 25 Years in Comedy
2:36:55

Transcript

Joe Rogan: Joe Rogan Podcast, check it out. The Joe Rogan Experience. Train by day, Joe Rogan Podcast by night, all day. What's wrong with you? How? First of all, how did Netflix let you make this show? Tom Segura: Well, they wouldn't have let me make it ...