Comedians Adam Yenser & Jessica Keenan

Update: 2024-08-01

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This episode of The Adam Corolla Show features comedian Adam Yenser as a guest and Jessica Keenan as the news anchor. The episode begins with introductions and a teaser for a new game called "Reddit or Forget It." Yenser discusses his upcoming drive-in special and the challenges of performing for a Mormon audience. The conversation then shifts to clean comedy and the dynamics of working with Ellen DeGeneres, with Corolla sharing his experiences with a demanding foreman on a construction site. Keenan shares her experience with her identical twin boys and discusses the societal shift in how twins are dressed. The conversation delves into the behavior of birds and their tendency to attack their reflections. Yenser discusses his comedy style, emphasizing his preference for clean material, and shares his experience performing on cruise ships. The conversation explores the uneven pay structure in stand-up comedy, comparing club gigs to cruise ship performances and corporate gigs. Keenan discusses her twins' personalities and her observations about people's often negative attitudes towards children. Yenser discusses the vetting process for the Tonight Show and the challenges of adapting his stand-up material for a television audience. The conversation explores whether Yenser's "normal" appearance has affected his comedy career. Corolla discusses the concept of being an "asshole" boss and how it can affect employee retention, arguing that DeGeneres's perceived "assholeness" is not a significant factor in the longevity of her employees. Corolla shares anecdotes about unnecessary conversations and the tendency for people to provide extra information that is often hurtful or creepy. He shares a story about his experience working at Burger King, highlighting the strict shoe rules and the demanding nature of his manager. The conversation discusses the value of working in fast food as a way to gain perspective and appreciate other jobs. Keenan shares her experience selling chichotonis, a type of Mexican snack. Yenser discusses his career breakthrough, which came from securing an internship on the Conan O'Brien show. He shares his experience interning on the Maury Povich show and the challenges of answering phone calls from callers seeking paternity tests. Yenser discusses his relationship with Conan O'Brien and how he believes Conan doesn't like him. He shares a story about a rowdy appearance on Conan's show that he believes led to Conan's disapproval. Corolla shares a story about how he and Jimmy were both in New York for the Hugh Heffner Comedy Central Roast right after 9/11. He recounts how Jimmy tried to get them both booked on Conan's show but was told that they don't do pairs. The conversation circles back to Ellen DeGeneres and her persona. Corolla compares her to Rosie O'Donnell, highlighting the significant difference between their stage personas and their true personalities. Keenan introduces herself and shares a humorous anecdote about being recognized in public for her work on the Ellen DeGeneres show. Keenan plays a clip of Rosie O'Donnell expressing her love for Tom Cruise, highlighting the contrast between her public persona and her true personality. Keenan discusses Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's $11 million deal with the US Army and how it reportedly hindered recruitment efforts. The conversation continues to discuss Johnson's army deal and his purchase of a Tyrannosaurus Rex skull for $8 million. The conversation shifts to the increasing prevalence of cannabis-impaired driving and the challenges law enforcement faces in identifying such drivers. The lack of reliable drug tests for cannabis impairment, unlike alcohol, makes it difficult for law enforcement to determine if a driver is under the influence. The speakers discuss the perception that cannabis impairment is less dangerous than alcohol impairment, leading to a more casual attitude towards driving under the influence of cannabis. Bill Marr, a radio host, predicts that Travis Kelce will eventually dump Taylor Swift, citing her age and perceived high school style declarations of love. A study suggests that consuming processed red meat, such as hot dogs and bacon, increases the risk of developing dementia later in life. The speakers discuss the voice of Eastern Airlines commercials and try to identify the voice actor, eventually concluding it might be Jim Bacchus, known for his "rich guy voice." The hosts introduce a new game called "Reddit or Forget It," where they read negative Reddit comments and try to determine if they are real or made up. The hosts discuss the perceived difference in toxicity between Reddit and Twitter, with Reddit being seen as a more brutal and uncensored platform. The game reaches its championship round, with the hosts trying to guess the origin of increasingly difficult and specific Reddit comments. This chapter delves into the history of the ancient Olympics, debunking the myth of their purity and revealing the presence of mythology and historical inaccuracies. It highlights the role of ancient tour guides in perpetuating these myths and emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context of the games. The speaker encourages listeners to explore the podcast "Our Fake History" and its episode on Olympic Myths, which delves deeper into the historical inaccuracies and myths surrounding the ancient games. This segment is an advertisement for Pluto TV's Summer of Cinema, highlighting the platform's vast library of free movies available for streaming throughout the summer. It encourages viewers to enjoy a variety of genres, including action, comedy, and drama.

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