A remarkable memoir that's packed with anecdotes, advice and humor, all while maintaining a high level of dignity and self-awareness.

At first I had no skills in writing comedy. I didn't know what a joke was, but, as someone once told me, your emotions follow your intent. If you create the intention of starting a comedy act, slowly your mind starts adjusting and you arrive at a new emotional state.

I'm not Vegas. Places I play usually cost like $3 to get in, you know, and people are going: Gee, I've got $3, I think I'll throw it away.

Some people have a way with words, and other people...oh, uh, not have way.

Private companies have a lot of capital. They can run things efficiently and get projects built.

It's not tipping I believe in. It's overtipping.

You kill me and I'll see that you never work in this town again.