My goal is just to become a better comedian.

I was considered by my peers to be a good comedian. So that's all I ever strived to do was get some recognition from my peers.

I had the right to remain silent... but I didn't have the ability.

I started selling out comedy clubs before I got to town with no advertising. I was selling out theaters just on the rumor that I was going to be there.

I only like the live audience. I don't even like to do standup where it's being filmed. Because it affects the way the audience responds to what you say, because it makes them uncomfortable. You have to perform in a light room, and I prefer a dark room. But I love to perform, and I don't really see myself doing any television at all.

Diamonds - that'll shut her up... for a minute!

I've never been one to look up the ladder. I've always looked down the ladder. As long as there's one guy down there, I'm fine.