Why is Comedy DEAD? Jay Dyer & Ryan Rivera Discuss Sam Hyde Show & IMPRESSIONS!
Jay Dyer and Ryan Rivera engage in a multifaceted discussion about the state of modern comedy, reflecting on its evolution from past to present. They explore the influences and experiences that shape their comedic styles, touching on notable figures like Sam Hyde and Jim Carrey while expressing nostalgia for past comedic depth that seems lacking in today's mainstream humor. The conversation critiques modern comedic trends, particularly the rise of 'woke' ideologies and corporatization, suggesting they have led to a perceived decline in quality. Through light-hearted anecdotes and impressions of various personalities, they also emphasize the value of niche and surreal humor, highlighting the importance of genuine, spontaneous comedy in contrast to scripted performances. Throughout, they intertwine humor with introspection on cultural implications and artistic identities.
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- Ryan Rivera: His comedic influences came from shows like Opie and Anthony and sketch comedies.“I started listening to Opie and Anthony...”
- Jay Dyer: Jamie Kennedy's comedy has enduring qualities not found in typical comedy shows today.“I think that some shows can transcend that.”
- Jay Dyer: Edgy comedy today is reminiscent of the past but is not accepted in mainstream venues.“that's the edgy comedy that you know, isn't on comedy central or Netflix shows or whatever”
- Jay Dyer: Danny McBride continues to deliver entertaining comedy despite a formulaic approach.“righteous gemstones was awesome”
- Ryan Rivera: Mark Zuckerberg is an unexpected and amusing character for impressions.“I play this game where the audience has to guess the impression. So I've done this Mark Zuckerberg impression like 50 times.”
via Jordan Peterson- Jay Dyer: Jay struggles to impersonate Joe Rogan and shares thoughts on Tony Soprano impressions.“I can't do a Joe Rogan.”
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24Jay describes Sam Hyde's work as having a unique surrealism that sets it apart from traditional sketch comedy, likening him to Andy Kaufman.
Jay Dyer fondly remembers Jamie Kennedy's comedic contributions and emphasizes the uniqueness of his style.
Jay believes Ryan has a strong impression of Jordan Peterson, particularly when he is upset.
Jay expresses difficulty in performing a Joe Rogan impression due to the nuance of his voice.
Ryan mentions being influenced by Opie and Anthony and that they played a significant role in developing his comedic style.
Jay describes Tarantino's speech style and how it's reflected through impressions.
Jay states that Tim and Eric created a surrealism in comedy that distinguishes them from earlier types and elicits different reactions across generations.
Jay acknowledges he was once good at doing a Tony Soprano impression, noting the character's unique voice nuances.
Jay praises Alex Jones' comedic timing, comparing his impressions to those of other figures.
Jay Dyer notes that Andy Kaufman's comedy did not threaten the boomer worldview due to its lack of social critique.
Jay Dyer points out that certain styles of edgy comedy are no longer present on platforms like Comedy Central.
Jay finds Danny McBride's comedic style consistently funny, especially in shows like 'Righteous Gemstones'.