Comedy Store Episode 1: Anthony Jeselnik (Comedy Store Podcast #215)

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Comedy Store Episode 1: Anthony Jeselnik (Comedy Store Podcast #215)

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Nov 30, 2022

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Originally aired as Comedy Store Podcast #215. With Eleanor still on the east coast, Rick welcomes Anthony Jeselnik into the studio to chat about showcasing, getting passed and not watching other people's stand-up.

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Nov 30, 2022

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Comedy Store Episode 1: Anthony Jeselnik (Comedy Store Podcast #215)

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