I've seen people who are not very likeable but hilarious. I think comedians get to a point where they know they're funny, so they don't care - in the sense that they know what they're doing. They have a skill.

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.

I don't really worry about a crowd liking me.

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

TV is a different animal. It's not a club set. As you said, you do short sets on TV - about five minutes. So you have to get that rhythm down and also be aware of the camera so you're connecting with the viewers at home as well as the studio audience. It's a different muscle to develop.

Some comedians are silly or goofy or straight joke writers who avoid anything subversive or political. Others are drawn to it. The beauty of standup is there is room for everyone, and years of performing in front of crowds will dictate what you can or can't do.

Hard work is a muscle that you develop, as is taking risks.