Comedians are thinkers. The best ones are akin to philosophers, in my opinion.

I'm just looking for a little mystery in life... like things you can't explain. Like, you go to Mexico, they tell you don't drink the water. You go to any diner here, who brings you the water? It's a mystery.

I don't know that I have a single comedy philosophy. But talking about things that matter to you is a good place to start. Listening is a big part of it, too.

Louis CK went from a writer/comedian to winning Emmys for his own show because he works his ass off.

In terms of my own work ethic, I've always been a determined person. When I'm focused on something, I try to see it through.

Comedians can articulate some important and profound ideas that address a lot of the hypocrisy we're inundated with (in the media).

Listening to your own sets and listening to the audience as you perform. It's a conversation of sorts. There is an exchange.