#65: David Cross on Fame, Struggle & What You Didn't See on Jimmy Kimmel

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthBridge the gap between feeling fine and actually knowing what’s going on inside your body. With our #sponsor LabCorp OnDemand, you can get real insights into your health — including hormones, metabolism, and overall wellness — without the guesswork.👉 Get 20% off select tests today:https://www.trylco.com/ichoosehealthDon’t wait until something feels wrong. Be proactive. Know your baseline. Choose your health.David Cross opens up like never before.In this raw and unfiltered interview, David Cross (Arrested Development, Mr. Show, Scary Movie 2) breaks down the truth about comedy, mental health, fame, and the struggles that shaped his career.From growing up in a difficult environment to using humor as a survival tool, David shares how comedy became more than just a career , it became a lifeline.We also dive into:The reality of stand-up comedy lifeWhy most comedians struggle with mental healthThe truth about modern comedy and TikTok cultureBehind-the-scenes stories from Arrested Development and Mr. ShowHealth, aging, and staying grounded in the entertainment industryIf you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to make people laugh and what it costs , this conversation is for you.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations.🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow “I Choose Health” for more powerful conversations⏱️ CHAPTERS:01:42 Sponsor: BetterHelp (Mental Health)03:20 Sponsor: LabCorp (Health & Testing)06:08 Meet David Cross07:20 Growing up & moving constantly08:46 First meeting story (funny moment)10:41 Getting into comedy12:16 Early stand-up struggles13:03 Comedy as a coping mechanism14:00 Influences: Andy Kaufman, George Carlin17:10 Standing out as a comedian18:27 Mr. Show & career breakthrough20:00 Evolution of comedy style21:52 Arrested Development impact22:28 Creating Tobias Funke25:02 Why stand-up is everything26:52 Thoughts on new comedians & TikTok28:49 Acting vs improv30:24 Scary Movie 2 behind the scenes32:04 Funniest Wayans brother33:22 Religion & upbringing discussion35:08 Health, aging & lifestyle39:10 Touring & staying healthy42:45 Mental health & stress management45:02 Coping with success & failure47:15 Perspective on life & gratitude50:05 Dark humor explained52:39 Impact of comedy on fans55:19 Childhood struggles & trauma56:28 Why comedy saved him57:35 Bob Odenkirk & friendship58:13 New special announcement59:52 Why stand-up is unmatched01:01:03 Funny outro moment🎤 Where to Find David Cross🌐 Official Website: https://www.officialdavidcross.com🎬 Watch His New Special: https://officialdavidcross.com/products/the-end-of-the-beginning-of-the-end📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidcrossofficial/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidcrossofficial?lang=en👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialdavidcross/🔔 Subscribe & Connect with I Choose Health:🎥 YouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IChooseHealthPodcast 💪 Fitness Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ichoosehealthpodcast/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ichoosehealthpodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness🛍️ Shop Merch: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0#DavidCross #ComedyInterview #StandUpComedy #MentalHealth #ArrestedDevelopment #scarymovie2 #wayansbros #reginahall #tobiasfunke #leatherdaddy #kungfupanda #crane #andykaufman #richardpryor #stevemartin #georgecarlin #bobodenkirk #bettercallsaul #bobsaget #Podcast #IChooseHealth #ComedyTruth #SelfImprovement #Motivation