There's something a lot more self-conscious feeling when there's cameras coming in for close-ups. It makes you very aware.
Tig NotaroI think every person and place is interesting, and there's an interesting story behind every door.
Tig NotaroI always wonder, aside from even my name, what if my parents never split up? What if my mother never died? It swirls in my head all the time.
Tig NotaroI can't imagine just dusting my pants off and going about my life like, "Phew! I sure made it through a tough spot, now where am I headed?" I feel more of an obligation to be helpful.
Tig NotaroA lot of times people will have after-parties or try and host an event for comedians, and they misunderstand us. They think it should be wild and crazy, or loud music, and comedians are typically pretty mellow people that just want to talk to each other. I think it would be highly unusual to find comedians who want to be at a loud, crowded party.
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