Louis C.K.
Comedian discussed in the context of 'canceling' and rehabilitation, with conflicting public desires for his return versus continued ostracization.
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Videos Mentioning Louis C.K.
#130 - Carol Tavris, Ph.D. & Elliot Aronson, Ph.D.: Recognizing and overcoming cognitive dissonance
Peter Attia MD
A comedian whose inappropriate sexual behavior caused cognitive dissonance for his friend Sarah Silverman, who grappled with loving him while condemning his actions.
Andrew Huberman: Focus, Stress, Relationships, and Friendship | Lex Fridman Podcast #277
Lex Fridman
Comedian, mentioned in the context of his show 'Louie' and the 'Bang Bang' meal concept.
Tim Urban: Elon Musk, Neuralink, AI, Aliens, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #264
Lex Fridman
Comedian, quoted for his observation 'everything's amazing and no one's happy,' reflecting on modern societal discontent.
Tim Dillon: Comedy, Power, Conspiracy Theories, and Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #156
Lex Fridman
Creator and star of the show 'Louie', and later mentioned as a great comedian.
Rob Reid: The Existential Threat of Engineered Viruses and Lab Leaks | Lex Fridman Podcast #193
Lex Fridman
Comedian, briefly referenced by Lex Fridman for an episode where an old gentleman gives advice about love and loss.
A Tale of Cancellation: A Conversation with Meg Smaker (Episode #300)
Sam Harris
Comedian mentioned as having famously rebooted his career by self-distributing his material after being 'canceled.' Meg references his joke about finding out who your real friends are after cancellation.
John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143
Lex Fridman
Comedian, mentioned for his humorous observation that the 'loss' phase of a relationship (missing the other person) lasts longer than the initial 'love' and can be equally fulfilling.
Morgan Housel — Contrarian Money and Writing Advice, Three Simple Goals to Guide Your Life, and More
Tim Ferriss
Comedian mentioned as an example of someone who gains admiration through humor and wisdom, not external displays of wealth or physical appearance.
E52: Trump's SPAC, peak venture liquidity, tech as an economic ladder, Dems overplaying their hand
All-In Podcast
A comedian mentioned as a potential acquisition for a media platform due to his availability after being 'canceled'.
Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace | Lex Fridman Podcast #125
Lex Fridman
A comedian, mentioned in the context of cancel culture and the path to forgiveness for individuals who have done wrong.
Tyler Cowen on "The Portal", Ep. #016 (w/ Eric Weinstein) - The Revolution Will Not Be Marginalized.
Eric Weinstein
Comedian discussed in the context of 'canceling' and rehabilitation, with conflicting public desires for his return versus continued ostracization.
Whitney Cummings Returns | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A comedian Whitney Cummings has headlined with and cites as someone to watch for understanding humor.
B.J. Novak Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Comedian brilliant at pointing out things people felt but never articulated.
Whitney Cummings Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as a comedian who has evolved, infusing more positive elements into his comedy. He is also noted for his unique approach to fan interactions, offering to talk for five minutes instead of taking photos.
How to Best Guide Your Life Decisions & Path | Dr. Jordan Peterson
Andrew Huberman
Comedian known for his stand-up about the adult world and social observations, mentioned in discussion about the need for humor in public discourse.
Paul Conti: Narcissism, Sociopathy, Envy, and the Nature of Good and Evil | Lex Fridman Podcast #357
Lex Fridman
Comedian whose show 'Louie' and a specific scene about breaking up and cherishing the pain of loss is referenced by Lex Fridman.
Tim Dodd: SpaceX, Starship, Rocket Engines, and Future of Space Travel | Lex Fridman Podcast #356
Lex Fridman
An American stand-up comedian and actor, whose joke about people complaining about in-flight WiFi despite the miracle of flight is referenced.
Why This $4M SaaS Founder Started A Trash Collecting Side Hustle
My First Million
Mentioned for a stand-up bit about the quiet solitude after putting a child in a car seat.