In L.A., a lot of comics live here, but we don't get to spend that much time together because we've got to drive 45 minutes home, or do another set. So in San Francisco we can hang out, go for dinner - the community aspect of it is really lovely, as well as seeing people's shows that you don't normally get to see a longer version of.

I'm not technically rich, but I do have a lot of s**t that I don't need, that I refuse to share with others.

My mom is very religious and she said, 'Whatever you think about all the time, that's what you worship.' If that's the case I'd like everyone to pop open their Diet Coke cans and turn to page 37 of their People Magazines. In this holy scripture, we read the parable of Ms. Valerie Bertinelli.

I've never really thought of myself as depressed so much as I am paralyzed by hope.

I find it creatively satisfying to write material and say it out loud in a public place, whether or not anyone's listening.

I just love that part of comedy, where you see somebody's jokes develop. They try something new to see what works, and I just love that part.

Time flies when you are anxious!