When I dropped out [from a law school], everybody was disappointed... But I found that disappointing people is a good thing, because disapproval is freedom. Before that, I never realized how much I sought other people's approval. Once I figured that out, I was free to move on and seek the approval of other people, in comedy clubs and showbiz meetings.

You can say 'Thanks,' and you can say 'Thanks a Million' - but any number in between?

And my only rule being if when I wake in the morning I'm looking forward to the things that I have to do that day, then I'm on the right track.

I keep a lighter in my back pocket all the time. I'm not a smoker, I just really like certain songs.

Specifically in stand-up, I love jokes. I love short, structured ideas and a punchline.

I am completely attracted to the idea of simplicity, or at least removing things that seem unnecessary when trying to get an idea out there.

I love bowling almost as much as I love not bowling.