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Aging Out of New York and Bombing at Governor's on Long Island
from Kurt Metzger · #135
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4 minKurt discusses leaving New York's stress behind for LA, wanting to build his own podcast/show rather than write for others, and a rough set at Governor's in Long Island in front of demanding retired cops.
- 28:32Tim wouldn't stay in New York even with unlimited money, citing the need to escape winters and constant fight-or-flight stress.
- 29:03Moving to L.A. meant fewer comedy spots, but Tim was tired and didn't care about working constantly anymore.
- 29:27Starting a podcast now to build something that's his own, rather than continuing to write for other people's projects.
- 30:23Tim's advice: if you want to become a writer, never fill a room—just bomb really badly.
- 30:49Tim did 34 minutes total that night, though the other shows of the weekend went great.
- 31:31Playing casino rooms can be hard and difficult because you never know who's showing up, but Tim actually likes the room itself.