Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"The only like adversity trauma was penis-related. Let's talk about that." — Dave Burd
"I think sometimes, at least I feel like as women, we get nervous to do the hand job. Because it's like, how am I going to do that better than you can do it yourself?" — Alex Cooper
"I think I had this image in my brain for better or for worse of like what I am as far as like my legacy on this earth. And I think it was really largely tied to like this show being creative. And like so I feel like by becoming who I always thought I was with this show, I was able to like put behind my insecurities and just like, do you know what I'm saying?" — Dave Burd
The episode features comedian and actor Dave Burd, known professionally as Lil Dickie, in conversation with Alex Cooper on Call Her Daddy. Burd begins by discussing his upbringing in a loving Jewish household in Pennsylvania, highlighting his parents' supportive nature and his early passion for making people laugh. He elaborates on his hit television show, "Dave," which is loosely based on his life and explores his journey as a rapper and comedian. Burd explains how he uses his innate comedic timing and observational skills to create relatable content, drawing parallels between his rap and comedy careers, which he views as intertwined.
A significant portion of the conversation delves into Burd's personal insecurities, particularly those stemming from childhood medical issues related to his genitalia and severe acne. He candidly recounts the surgeries he underwent for hypospadias and how these experiences contributed to early social anxieties. Similarly, Burd describes his struggles with severe body acne and the coping mechanisms he developed, including using makeup to conceal facial blemishes. He emphasizes how confronting these insecurities, particularly through the creative outlet of his show, has been a cathartic and transformative experience, allowing him to embrace his true self.
The discussion also touches upon Burd's experiences with dating, his first kiss, and losing his virginity, all framed by his past insecurities and his journey toward self-acceptance. He shares humorous anecdotes about his early sexual experiences and the anxieties surrounding physical intimacy. The episode concludes with Burd expressing a desire to be an unlikeable character in the future, suggesting a continued exploration of complex and challenging themes in his work, reinforcing his commitment to authentic and unfiltered storytelling.