#270 - Comedian Jeff Ross

Comedian Jeff Ross, aka the Roastmaster General, chats with Trey Elling, prior to his shows at Cap City Comedy Club on August 4 - 6. Topics include: Jeff's status as an elder statesman in standup (1:59) Performing bits that have nothing to do with trash-talking (3:04) How losing Bob Saget and Gilbert Gottfried affected his comedy (3:45) Disappearing airport etiquette (4:43) Jeff growing to love dogs during the pandemic (5:36) A lack of hecklers at his shows (7:51) Jeff connecting with his audience after performing (8:36) Making roasting an integral part of his act (9:58) Initially deciding to pursue standup (13:07) Minoring in poly sci in college (14:21) Having to turn down 'in memorium' opportunities (15:53) Performing comedy in 2022 (17:06) Jeff roasts Trey (21:53)