#168 - Having Conviction, The Truth About NYC Stand-Up, Comedy Scams | Bret Raybould

In episode 168 of The Johnny Rogers Show, I sit down with New York City comedian Bret Raybould, a comic whose conviction and hustle have taken him from performing stand-up to co-hosting SiriusXM’s Better Halves alongside adult film legend Lisa Ann. We discuss Bret's comedy journey, from starting out in the New York comedy scene to mastering the art of crowd work. We talk about navigating scams, building connections, and staying true to your convictions in an industry full of challenges. Plus, Bret shares stories from performing in Alaska, his thoughts on social media oversharing, and the advice he'd give to his younger self. This episode is packed with insight, laughs, and so much more. Make sure to subscribe for more episodes, and let us know your favorite moments in the comments. - Get access to video for each episode by checking out ⁠⁠The Johnny Rogers Show⁠⁠ on YouTube - 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 00:53 Starting the Conversation 02:11 Comedy Beginnings and Experiences 05:55 The Art of Crowd Work 08:23 Comedy Connections and Networking 18:15 Conviction in Comedy 22:20 Discussing Comedy Specials 22:37 Filming at a Public Library 25:53 Ownership and Comedy 29:27 Scams in Entertainment 31:14 Comedy in Different Cities 41:10 Advice to Younger Self 45:59 Upcoming Projects and Closing Remarks -  If you enjoyed today's guest, be sure to reach out and let them know: https://www.bretraybould.com/  https://www.instagram.com/bretraybould/  https://www.tiktok.com/@bretraybould  Comedy Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHGAmXc-bS8  - Reach out in the comments below or find me on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thejohnnyrogersshow/ https://www.twitter.com/TheJohnnyRogers  https://www.tiktok.com/@johnnylatenight  - 👕 Represent the show in style with our cool merch line: https://rdbl.co/3CuKoM4