Episode 114: Shane Torres - Algorithms, Art, Authenticity
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Episode 114: Shane Torres - Algorithms, Art, Authenticity
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Shane Torres is a standup comedian based in New York City.
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(00:00) Moving from Portland to New York
(02:08) Reaching Comedy’s Ceiling in Portland
(04:11) Discovering Stand-Up and Bill Hicks
(07:18) Why Bill Hicks Mattered
(11:02) First Open Mic at Hungry Tiger
(13:48) Early Bombs and Finding Purpose
(16:02) Surviving on Service Jobs
(18:27) Living Cheap in New York
(21:01) Comedy Before Social Media Dominance
(25:05) Fame, Followers, and Premature Success
(28:12) First New York Clubs and Career Goals
(31:22) Getting Passed at The Comedy Cellar
(35:06) Respect, Community, and Recognition
(38:10) Finding Original Angles in Comedy
(42:41) Content Culture Versus Craftsmanship
(47:18) Expertise, Nuance, and Modern Media
(51:06) The Comedian’s Role in Culture
(54:02) Success, Recognition, and What Comes Next