Stand-up Comedy, Dark Humor and Existential Crisis, with Jen Nafziger | Table Talks Ep18 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 45 MIN

Stand-up Comedy, Dark Humor and Existential Crisis, with Jen Nafziger | Table Talks Ep18

from Table Talks Podcast · host with João Ricardo

Jen Nafziger is a writer, comedian, event host, and producer.An American expat living in Portugal, she masterfully blends dark humor with existential reflection in both her stand-up shows and books with a daring and refreshingly bold mix.Every second is worth your attention. Her work might just help you through your own existential crisis.Meet Jen Nafziger!Table Talks:https://www.instagram.com/boardgames_tabletalks/Guest:https://www.instagram.com/jenthestoryteller/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKBFBKSKMixing board games and card games to unlock interesting conversations over the game table.Subscribe to be surprised with never-before-seen stories#boardgamestabletalks #standupcomedy #darkhumor #therapyhumor #existentialhumor (00:00) Introduction(07:16) How did stand-up comedy start for you?(09:37) What were your comedic influences?(12:17) How do you know a joke is ready for The Stage?(14:56) What were the Best and the Worst Audience reactions you ever had?(17:57) Are there differences between audiences in different geographies?(19:16) What are your humor limits?(22:43) How did you find a connection between Humor and Existential Crisis?(26:14) How does Humor work in bad times?(30:07) The Inspiration to be a Book Author(38:49) Living as an expat in Portugal

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