427: Jonathan Van Halem and Hot Gossip

Jonathan Van Halem! Comedian! Friend! Delight! More! You can follow him on Substack and check out his tour dates at Punchup Live and you can listen to this delightful conversation we have right here right now! Also, here's some information about Jonathan from Jonathan's very website: "Hi, my name Jonathan van Halem. I'm a stand-up comedian based in Brooklyn, NY. I currently work at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. I host a great stand up show called Hot Gossip. It frequently sells out, and it's been recommended by the New York Times (ever heard of it?). I've performed on some of New York's best showcases, like 50 First Jokes, Newcomers at the Bell House, and One Liner Madness. I have many clips that have done very well online, like my set on the live show for Depths of Wikipedia, and my Top Straightest Moments of 2022/2023/2024. My rant against AMC A-List was named one of Vulture's Best Comedy Shorts of June 2024. I also made this fun, semi-viral video about Chappell Roan. Writing-wise, I did a trial run as a Clickhole contributor in 2023, in which I sold exactly one headline, but shortlisted 17 others (email me and I'll show ya). I've also been in McSweeneys once. When I'm not doing comedy, I'm patiently waiting for the New York Mets to win the World Series. My favorite Family Guy character is Stewie." He's funny and nice and good and I hope you enjoy our chat! And this is only the first HALF of our conversation.  For part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR merely click on over here to Patreon!