Upon the release of his comedy album Muscle Confusion, Comedian Mike Vecchione gives us a look into the mind of one of the most respected comedians and joke writers in New York. Mike talks about his experience wrestling and how it shaped his work ethic, discipline, and daily practice. Other topics: Sam gets a part in a movie; hot yoga; meditation; Dan Soder; earning an MA in special ed; dealing with negative feedback, Penn State, Greg Warren, Foxcatcher; joke writing tools; Opie & Jimmy; healthy eating; Sam & Phil respond to a listener who felt offended by last week’s episode; relationships; "I’ve Had It, Bro"; 30 For 30; Anya projects onto Mike; everyone gives advice to a listener who had an uncomfortable hookup with a friend; favorite comedians & specials; Patrice O’Neal; ego, spirituality; Bill Cunningham; existential meaning; goals; getting in your own way.

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