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Bob Saget on Fuller House, Comedy, and Life's Losses | The Fighter and The Kid Ep. 191

The Fighter and The KidSeptember 29, 20161h 43min123,738 views
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Bob Saget's Career and Comedy

  • 💡 Bob Saget reflects on his enduring career, from his iconic role as Danny Tanner on 'Full House' to his stand-up comedy.
  • 🎭 He discusses the transition from his wholesome TV persona to his edgier stand-up material, noting that his comedy has evolved with age.
  • 🎤 Saget shares anecdotes about hosting The Comedy Store and the comedians he met, including Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, and Sam Kinison.
  • 🌟 He highlights the importance of comedy as a coping mechanism, especially during difficult times.

Reflections on Fame and Media

  • 📺 The conversation touches on the nature of celebrity and how media attention can be a double-edged sword.
  • 🗣️ Saget expresses frustration with the current political climate, characterized by bullying and name-calling, and the media's focus on celebrity.
  • 🎙️ He notes how Joe Rogan discussed the amplified impact of being in the public eye.

Personal Losses and Resilience

  • 💔 Saget candidly discusses the profound loss of his sisters, one to Scleroderma and another to a brain aneurysm, and his father and mother.
  • 🙏 He is involved with the Scleroderma Research Foundation, highlighting the disease's impact and ongoing research efforts.
  • 😔 He shares how humor can be a way to process grief and loss, a theme present in his stand-up.

Sports, Current Events, and Social Issues

  • ⚾ The episode touches on Tim Tebow's baseball debut and the comparison to other athletes entering new sports.
  • 🥊 Discussions include Jose Aldo's request for release from the UFC and the politics within the organization.
  • 🎤 The UFC 205 press conference is mentioned, with a focus on Conor McGregor's charisma.
  • 🌍 Saget shares insights on social issues, including the opioid crisis in Appalachia and the complexities of race relations and policing in America.

The Art of Stand-Up and Performance

  • 😂 Saget recounts his experience in the movie 'Half Baked' and the infamous 'Aristocrats' joke, emphasizing the boundaries of comedy.
  • 🎤 He discusses the difference between clean and edgy comedy and his approach to entertaining audiences.
  • ✈️ The challenges of life on the road for comedians are discussed, with Saget expressing his dislike for constant travel.
  • 🤣 Pranks on the set of 'Full House' are recalled, with Dave Coulier's farting antics being a notable example.
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