How to Navigate the Pressure of Expectations and Overcome Performance Anxiety with Entourage Star Jeremy Piven

Send us Fan MailThis week on Here's What We Know, we sit down with the multi-talented Jeremy Piven—known for his Emmy and Golden Globe-winning role as Ari Gold in Entourage and his captivating performance in Mr. Selfridge. Jeremy takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable pivot from Hollywood actor to full-time stand-up comedian, performing 200+ shows a year.In This Episode:Discover how growing up in an acting family shaped Jeremy Piven's journey and ignited his passion for the craft at just 8 years old.Learn about the exhilarating highs and unique challenges of stand-up comedy, as Jeremy shares how he connects with audiences in over 200 live shows a year.Explore the behind-the-scenes story of his upcoming film The Performance, a project 14 years in the making.Uncover how Jeremy transforms pressure into a powerful source of energy and motivation in both his acting and comedy careers.Discover the social relevance of Jeremy’s roles and why he believes storytelling has the power to spark meaningful change.This episode is sponsored by:Bison Junk Removal (Effortless solution to your junk removal needs!) Sterling Oak Cabinetry(Bring your dream cabinet to life!) Bio:Jeremy Piven is a celebrated actor, comedian, and podcast host, best known for his 2x Golden Globe and 3x Emmy Award-winning portrayal of the iconic Ari Gold in HBO’s Entourage. He also earned acclaim for his starring role in Mr. Selfridge, the British/PBS drama about the visionary founder of Selfridge's department store.Piven’s diverse filmography includes memorable roles in Black Hawk Down, Old School, Smokin’ Aces, Serendipity, and Runaway Jury. Recently, he portrayed Joel Lapchick in Sweetwater, the inspiring story of breaking the NBA color barrier, and is set to star in The Performance, an Arthur Miller adaptation generating Oscar buzz ahead of its December 2024 release.Beyond acting, Piven has explored new creative avenues with his podcast How U Livin’ J Piven, featuring in-depth conversations with stars like Jamie Foxx, Tiffany Haddish, and Mark Cuban. Additionally, he has successfully transitioned to stand-up comedy, touring nationally and internationally, showcasing his sharp wit and comedic talent.Website:https://jeremy-piven.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremypiven/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremypivenpageTwitter: https://x.com/jeremypivenTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremypiven1Connect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!