People don't come to a comedy club simply to hear someone's thoughts, no matter how profound.

The more you perform, the more adept you get at the nuances of navigating that communal conversation.

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.

Dave Chappelle is about as gifted as it gets, as a performer and comedian. [...] It's always great to watch him work. He started around fourteen and he's in his forties now, so he's probably been doing it for close to thirty years. He's brilliant.

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

If you're funny, you can find a stage to get on. If you're good, you'll start to get work and eventually get paid.

I'll sit down for an hour or two a few days a week in a quiet place and brainstorm. The earlier in the day, the better, before the parade of distractions starts.