Episode 296: Greg Proops
In this engaging episode of Reza Riffs, host Keith Reza welcomes comedian Greg Proops, known for his appearances on 'Whose Line is it Anyway?' and his podcast 'The Smartest Man in the World'.
They discuss the evolution of podcasting, the dynamics between standup comedy and improv, and Greg's experience performing in 'The Nightmare Before Christmas Live'.
Greg offers valuable insights into persevering in show business, maintaining a strong point of view in comedy, and the intricate process of improvising comedy albums.
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Show!
00:51 Introducing Greg Proops
02:17 Comedy and Podcasting Evolution
08:46 Improv vs Stand-Up
11:21 Creating Comedy Albums
26:47 The Art of Improvisation
30:15 Comedy as a Craft
35:00 Nightmare Before Christmas Insights
36:42 The Doctor's Name and Nightmare's Initial Reception
37:44 Timeless Dialogue and Language Choices
40:12 William Hickey's Performance and Character Insights
40:58 Voice Acting Challenges and Inspirations
46:25 The Role of the Band in the Movie
47:36 Live Performances and Musical Details
01:04:22 Reflections on Show Business and Perseverance
01:10:14 Upcoming Projects and Farewell
Takeaways
- Podcasting has been a valuable platform for comedians to share their work and connect with audiences.
- Stand-up comedy and improv are different forms of comedy that can inform and enhance each other.
- Having a point of view and being specific in comedy are important for capturing the audience's attention.
- Success in comedy should be measured by personal growth and fulfillment, rather than fame.
- Comedy has a long history of challenging the status quo and speaking truth to power. Greg Proops worked on 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' and had the opportunity to work with talented individuals such as Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, and Catherine O'Hara.
- The film initially faced challenges and was considered edgy for Disney at the time of its release in 1992.
- Proops reflects on the enduring popularity of the film and attributes its success to its timeless and unique style.
- In show business, rejection is common, and it's important to persevere and not take things personally.
- Proops advises aspiring performers to stick to their work, not let others' opinions define them, and maintain professionalism even in difficult situations.
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