In a late-night monologue, it's not just about being funny; you have to come off as knowledgeable. You have to cultivate a persona of trust and intelligence and likeability.
Anthony JeselnikI always loved comedy, but it never seemed like something that I could do professionally.
Anthony JeselnikWhen I was little, I would burn ants with a magnifying glass. But now that I'm older, I'm more of a cat guy.
Anthony JeselnikIf I tell a joke on stage and the crowd laughs for a minute, I stand there for a minute and enjoy them laughing before I go on to the next joke. On TV, if I stand there for a minute while they laugh, I look like an idiot who can't remember the next joke.
Anthony Jeselnik