Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"I feel like everything's skewed to like where they want it to be. What was inaccurate about the story about your bombing remember when you were bombing right right right right right right right that's probably pretty accurate Tell me what you are this on air for you are trash." — Michael Blaustine
"The idea of the joke was. What was it? What was the premise? It was about hand-hooking up with a girl and then she like transformed from being the sweet whatever dainty girl and then in the bedroom she's like a demon." — Michael Blaustine
"So he been bombing and then he goes into that act out and bombs even harder and then my favorite part was this We finish it and he'd be all out of breath and nobody make no sound and he just got like this yes All right thank you Did two deep breaths you have to catch his breath to say good night, bro" — Michael Blaustine
The episode opens with the introduction of guest Michael Blaustine, a comedian and friend of the podcast hosts. The initial discussion touches upon recent celebrity sightings, including an encounter with basketball player Kevin Durant, and the presence of Tiana Taylor at an event. The conversation then shifts to Blaustine's experiences in comedy, specifically addressing past podcast discussions about his performances. Blaustine provides clarification on a story about a "bombing" set, detailing the premise of a joke that involved a drastic personality shift in a partner during an intimate moment. He elaborates on the performance aspects of the joke, including vocalization and physical movements, and highlights the challenge of delivering a closer when the audience is not fully engaged.
Blaustine further explains the comedic technique involved in his act-outs, emphasizing the importance of physical embodiment and vocal performance to convey characters and situations effectively. He recounts a specific instance where a joke, despite its intricate setup and delivery, failed to land with the audience, leading to a particularly challenging moment on stage. The anecdote underscores the vulnerability inherent in stand-up comedy and the dedication required to persist even after difficult performances. The hosts express admiration for his commitment and the detailed nature of his comedic craft.
The latter part of the conversation revisits Blaustine's presence in New York and his observations about the hosts' busy schedules. The episode concludes with a preview of a Patreon-exclusive segment, inviting listeners to join their community for further content.