So, while fitting in, she was like a wicked detail standing out against a placid background.

Performing music is a way to do comedy, but without the obligation to do a solid hour, hour and half of a standup. I could intersperse it with music, so it became a really good format for me.

Relationships end, but they don't end your life.

It was essential that I never show doubt about what I was doing.

You know when you're telling these little stories? Here's a good idea: have a point. It makes it so much more interesting for the listener!

When I first started doing my comedy act, I just desperately needed material. So I took literally everything I knew how to do on stage with me, which was juggling, magic and banjo and my little comedy routines. I always felt the audience sorta tolerated the serious musical parts while I was doing my comedy.

You want to know how I think art should be taught to children? Take them to a museum and say, 'This is art, and you can't do it.