Tom Segura: The Work Behind the Laughs | Not A Damn Chance! Podcast

In this episode of Not a Damn Chance!, Phillip Frankland Lee and Neen Williams sit down with comedian Tom Segura to explore the challenges and setbacks that shaped his career. From early struggles with bombing on stage and rejection from Comedy Central to navigating the grind of touring and maintaining his health on the road, Tom shares candid reflections on resilience, perseverance, and the importance of mentorship. This conversation offers a thoughtful look at the hard work behind the laughs and the mindset required to overcome obstacles and keep moving forward.

Not A Damn Chance Ep. 12

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Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:00 - Substances To Fitness 00:06:57 - Fitness On The Road 00:11:08 - Becoming "The Funny Guy" 00:21:17 - Getting An Internship 00:26:09 - Tom Misses Hair 00:35:09 - Tom's Chef Dreams 00:41:08 - Trying Improv 00:43:52 - Getting Booked With No Experience 00:50:02 - Stand Up Only 00:53:08 - Bombs and Wins 01:00:34 - Learning From Failure 01:06:35 - Chris Rock Trying New Jokes 01:10:57 - Joe Rogan Taking Tom On The Road 01:18:21 - Rejected By Comedy Central 01:27:05 - Work Ethic Takes You Far 01:29:42 - Redban Pitches A Podcast 01:37:58 - Dealing With Injury 01:45:59 - Finding Gratitude 01:50:24 - Magic Lamp On The Table

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