Published: Aug. 2, 2022, 12:51 p.m.
Comedian Jeff Ross, aka the Roastmaster General, chats with Trey Elling, prior to his shows at Cap City Comedy Club on August 4 - 6. Topics include:
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\n - Jeff's status as an elder statesman in standup (1:59)
\n - Performing bits that have nothing to do with trash-talking (3:04)
\n - How losing Bob Saget and Gilbert Gottfried affected his comedy (3:45)
\n - Disappearing airport etiquette (4:43)
\n - Jeff growing to love dogs during the pandemic (5:36)
\n - A lack of hecklers at his shows (7:51)
\n - Jeff connecting with his audience after performing (8:36)
\n - Making roasting an integral part of his act (9:58)
\n - Initially deciding to pursue standup (13:07)
\n - Minoring in poly sci in college (14:21)
\n - Having to turn down 'in memorium' opportunities (15:53)
\n - Performing comedy in 2022 (17:06)
\n - Jeff roasts Trey (21:53)
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