Anthony Jeselnik is a stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and producer known for his TV show The Jeselnik Offensive, his many Comedy Central Roast appearances, and his podcast The Jeselnik & Rosenthal Vanity Project. He is on tour now, check out his website for tour dates at anthonyjeselnik.com
Anthony Jeselnik joins the show for the first time to discuss his fascination with the macabre, his legendary school fight video, writing 100 jokes in a week, what happened to Comedy Central, blind people, why he wants an eye patch and more.
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Jeselnik putting Theo on the spot, asking him about Pyramid scheme right after Theo explaining he hate not knowing stuff is fuckin gold.
Yes!😂
Unreal 😂
It is basically the same thing tho
Its killing me thinking that maybe neither of them get WHY its called 'pyramid' (scheme). I think Jeselnik probably knows but then again. wouldn't your first impulse be, if you knew, that the idea is shaped like a pyramid: the one at the top, gets all the $$'s ?
That was so out of pocket but I couldn’t help laughing 😂
Theo describing Anthony’s comedy as a haunted house is incredible shit.
Theo is always such a poet in unexpected ways.
Is Theo wearing a toupee?
Timestamp?
@@dorianmode69pretty sure the ape drape is real
*spooky mental haunted house
“You don’t grow a mustache unless you plan on doing something.” Brilliantly said, Theo!
Best Movember motto ever.
These two need to do a sketch of Anthony as a therapist and dead panning Theo as he gives him advice after he tells him the craziest stories lol
F’n pleasseee!! This is a great idea.
I need that in my life!
Jeselnik’s dry snark with Theo’s childlike wisdom are a perfect mix.
Such a great dynamic, I think.
Childlike wisdom lol
I wanna see more of this duo together😂
@@jamesclark6487 That's exactly what I was thinking. He's a funny guy but the fundamental things in life he doesn't know about floors me.
"Childlike Wisdom"...... you mean he's an idiot and Anthony is trying to explain what he's saying constantly. It's a dude (Theo) searching for words while another explains everything.
As a wheeling native I can tell you the wheeling feeling is smoking meth and fist fighting geese in a kroger parking lot
That's amazing😂😂😂
Hahahahaha this comment is gold!
You win the comment challenge Ryan. 😂 BTW, those f'ing geese deserve it.
You absolutely need to get a job at the chamber of commerce for Wheeling
Great ad 😂
“Going to principal’s office is like your first business meeting” is a top shelf joke.
😂 yes
I get it now
Jeselnik rides along with Theos jokes and dryly continues them better than anyone.
Anthony plays with the meanings of words, Theo plays with the feelings of words.
bang
🎯
"When people was going through purbuty" Theo Von 21:45
Yup Anthony is a sociopath, Theo survived them.
I’ve followed both of these guys careers from a distance for a long time, all the way back to the OG real world days. Watching them have a conversation is very strange feeling and I think you nailed why. Does anyone else feel like they break each other out of character in certain moments?
Theo telling Anthony that in his neighborhood people taking off their shirts is a sign of respect absolutely killed me
Like people watched 9/11 and just took their shirts off? 🤣🤣🤣 that destroyed me
Anthony said "Wait What?"
Best part jeselnik is the best
Anyone have any thoughts on how the great mma media pundit Luke Thomas intentionally lifts weights on his front lawn as part of his workout routine? 😂😂😮
@mikenelson8409 he should get together with chael so they could lift in front of cars and pedestrians together.
Jeselnik is criminally underrated. One of the most ruthless and fearless comics ever
Until he went woke
@@MRios1128how did he go woke? Genuinely asking
@ethanbarr1196 Dude tried to shit all over Shane Gillis when Shane was getting "canceled". Truly disgusting and gay
@MRios1128 LOL I'm pretty sure he always held beliefs you would consider "WOKE". You just don't like people with different opinions than you
@MRios1128, @gremlinvibe, did you guys get kidnapped? Fall into the toilet?
Anthony sounding more and more like Christopher Walken.😂
thank goodness I'm not the only one who hears that..
What is that accent?
His cadence is like a hybrid of Christopher Walken and John Malkovich.
You think ? I don't hear it. Now I'm trying to hear it lol
He sounds like a medieval waiter
"Theo do you know what a pyramid scheme is?" Then followed by Theo bumbling on his explanation then asking 'what do you think it is' had me on floor in tears at work, what a great episode!
The people here have no idea either tbh lmao. They think it's cuz of the "pyramid shape" cuz they watched The Office and don't realize every hierarchical structure looks like a pyramid.
The way Anthony straight faces all his responses and doesn't break is either concerning or hilarious
I’ve seen him laugh maybe once or twice out of all the pods I’ve seen him on lol
he's a psycho imo
@@draganskymediafr
@@SarahKotzur he is able to do it because imo he is a psycho or at the very least a huge narcissist. He sees and talks to everyone with contempt, specially Theo who is the only one acting in good faith. He called Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership a "sandbox" downplaying its importance to the world of comedy saying "I rather play at the beach than in a sandbox" Saying that Joe Rogan could never bomb on his new Comedy Store suggesting performing there is "easy" or like not even special at all. He noticed Theo didn't know what "pyramid schemes" are and called him on it right after Theo said that what he hates the most is to not know something. Spectacular grand Slam on Theo, super funny, BUT I can tell his ego gets tickled by proving others wrong, idk... he's funny, but that's how he is able to keep a straight face with Theo. He secretly believes Theo and everyone else are inferior. This is just my own opinion based on what I've seen on this video and many others, there's a pattern.
@@draganskymediadollar store psychology
1:21:38 Theo's idea about brail speedbumps seemed great for the four seconds before I thought about why a blind person would be driving.
lmfao +1
That's Theo working on his levels. He's sharp like that.
"How many sexual opportunities did you turn down because you didn't understand the euphemism?" I'm not even a fan, but that's hilarious
This is genuinely a question we could go around and ask different folks and get all kinds of interesting answers…
“Theo do you know what a pyramid scheme is” got me dyin 😂😂😂
That was painfull as fuck 🤣🤣
I thought that he added 'pyramid' to 'scheme' to be funny cause he used it twice like that. But maybe he really didn't know
Let’s be honest. Pyramid schemes and threesomes… whoever’s on top is definitely pulling the strings behind everything
Theo throwing up that pic of Riley while describing ppl who MIGHT have autism… 😅😅😅😅
And the autists out there thinking Riley isn’t an intentional lol from day one are ruined…he’s got exacerbating thespian range.
FUCKING HILARIOUS dude
😂the UNBUSTABLE
Nah dude that was Riley putting himself in with Bezos and Elon. He had legitimate comedic timing in that too. Killer joke
Time stamp?
“I don’t have a message just you know nihilism” I choked on my coffee, loved this whole episode!
Wow watching jeselnik keep up with Theo creatively was a huge eye opener. Clearly a great comic but I hadn’t seen this versatility before. It’s crazy how much Theo brings out the playfulness in all the people he speaks with, luv it so much brother.
Theo couldn't keep up with Jeselnik, the latter asking Theo if he actually knows what a pyramid scheme is(and he didn't). Theo's funny, but in a fried-brain-surfer-stoner kind of way. Jeselnik sounded bored or confused with Theo most of the time.
You mean theo can keep up with Anthony
@@LordSesshomaru86you could tell theo was too in his feels the whole time trying to be philosophical and failing at it. Anthony seemed bored
Anthony has a podcast with one of his long time friends where he branches out more with his comedy. Its called JRVP and its a lot like this podcast was but with bit more structure
“Theo.. people LOVE AIDS.” Best line
Anthony is one of the only people that gets every joke Theo throws out. Nothing goes over his head
This comment is on 90% of Theo Von videos.
Even Theo fans can get the jokes, they can't be that complicated
@@pb6270 But when he’s on Rogen, seems like Joe misses so many things lol
That's Joe Rogan and he has a special brain@@krystalryan6474
@@krystalryan6474joe knows theo is lying so he just ignores the little zingers. Some go with it some just think it’s silly. Also depends on Joes mood - sometimes he engages with them.
This is so good. A real " I think death sounds boring" vs. "I think death sounds great" type of conversation.
A real "meeting of the mind"
Theo talking about blind people driving and feeling the braille speed bumps 😂🤣
This is literally my dream podcast pairing. Can't count how many times I've wished that these two would just sit together and riff their brains, and fucking finally they did. My favourite comedian with one of my favourite human beings. Elite stuff.
Two extremely wealthy white guys is your ideal lineup? What time is the klan meeting tonight?
Elites?! do you think they boofed some adrenochrome afterwards?? 🧐
I saw him in des moines last weekend. His routine is so perfectly crafted. HIs laughter pauses are perfectly timed, transitions are great. He was definitely born to be a comedian
Yes you are right and I also want to see Von on a podcast with Andrew Shultz instantly a classic lol
@@lilstrap7041why ? So Theo can get repeatedly interrupted by that little gay un funny Indian?
Theo not knowing what a pyramid scheme is was hilarious 😂😂😂 So honestly funny, one of the best podcasts ive watched in a long time!
Hi Theo, I have the perfect investment opportunity for you! Three words. Multi. Level. Marketing.
Better than Sexy Red?😂
lolzzzz yes i love it when he called him out
Theo is not an idiot, he knows what a pyramid scheme is. He was doing a bit.
Theo is uninformed like a fox
39:01 "He's not Vietnamese... what is he?" "White". 😂
Theo is so curious about everything. It's awesome to see him make such an effort to learn from everyone
The editor putting himself in there with Elon musk and Jeff bezos was so funny I hope you see this that’s hilarious
I gotta say Anthony Jeselnik really doesn’t give af, and I’m a fan of that. Dude speaks his mind. I’m a fan.
Norm MacDonald was the true IDGAF
@@brettlawson9488 Norm was the goat IDGAF
Jeselnik gives af, don't kid yourself. If he really doesn't give af he'd be flipping burgers. He was raised in Upper St. Clair. A posh suburb of Pittsburgh. He went to Tulane U, ffs. Theo is everything Jeselnik purports to be. Theo was raised in dire straits. Jeselnik was raised in privilege. He had options. Still has options. That's just the way it is for prcks. Theo's not prck.
Not true. He became a covid shill
@@MeneerHerculePoirot you make some valid points. I’ve seen a few interviews where he does come off like a total douche, but I enjoyed this one. Maybe that’s just Theo (in typical Theo fashion) bringing the best out of someone.
Classic Theo. He doesn't want to say the "P" word, but he will say "Get that wiener dancing" without hesitation. 🤣🤣🤣
2 minutes in and I'm already laughing. "Theo, people love aids"
"Quit talking about the Challenger, Anthony. You're in first grade..." lmao
Hey brothers! Hope everyone is having a tolerable day lol
Yes sir thank u, likewise sir.
I'm not my grandma cheated on me yesterday :/
HUMPDAY. Ready for this 11 hour shift💪🏼
@@ghostfrieza2904bright side, you still have a grandma😂
Just sitting in my car/house behind a McDonald's, doin' dark arts, what could be better... 😶 fml
I used to go to bars and act like I was telling a true story and just tell Anthony Jeselnik jokes with a straight face. Got everything from free drinks to death threats.
not all of us follow sports so if you want to randomly approach me about the game last night you're getting an Anthony Jeselnik joke.
Jeselnik questioning Theo's lie about the childhood story about taking the shirt off is 😂. Watching Theo squirm 😂😂
Jeselnik asking Theo what he thinks a pyramid scheme is only for Theo to give up during his explanation was fucking hilarious.
It's like a bit from the office lol
Genuinely surprised that Theo didn't know what a pyramid scheme is. 😮❤
I actually love it when comedians who are able to have a normal conversation (not trying to be funny) come on this podcast. Need more of em!
The bit about being the biggest baby in Pittsburgh 😂 “what do they build you a statue or something?”
I had a college professor who would start an episode of Family Guy early that would end right when class started, and we'd come early so we didn't miss it. There's something to be said for having shared experiences, especially ones where there's laughter.
When people say criminals are smart and should have put their effort in other ways. This is Anthony.
Theo saying “I’m not really in place to engage in conversation” when talking about replying to a text resonates with me so much❤
Completely agree. That will be my default response on text message for the remainder of my time here
I legit almost died of laughter when Riley’s picture popped up 💀😂
Anthony is a comedic philosopher. Very deep, extremely funny. Great guest!
Funny at times but seems more egocentric than what I like. Theo barely got to talk here. It felt like a Jessilnik monologue almost.
the way Anthony says so "you lose all of your friends...always" then glances at the camera had me dying.
Theo you’re easily one of the best hosts in the game. You mesh so well with the wildest of guests, thank you for what you do ! Truly gifted & one of the only men to beat Down syndrome….. twice !!!
The bit about being a comic is about being funny and not just offensive and edgy is spot on. So many just want to trigger people without actually being funny
“What do you think it is?” And Anthony trying to hold back laughter is the best.
Every time I hear Theo say he’s exhausted I also hear Bill Burr’s voice chastising him 😂
I love when a comedian is on the same wavelength as Theo, it makes the perfect medium for comedy
Yep, he has that absurdity gene also
Anthony had to stoop to meet Theo where he’s at. Theo is not as bright.
@@sunnygirl9691I get the feeling he might be brighter than he lets on, but I could be wrong lol
Jeselnik is a genuine Neanderthal. He hides behind an affected way of speaking and edgy one liners to seem intelligent.
Nah Theo is smart he plays it down on purpose
great episode, like two good friends just hangin out chopping it up. never a disconnect or an awkward moment of conversation, no stuttering, everything flowed east asf this was a very chil experience
My dog resembles a clown when she is smiling... and I need to respect that
“Art is getting away with it. As a comedian if you pissed people off and didn’t make ‘em laugh, you didn’t get away with it and you’re just a troll” -Jeselnik This was the nugget of the whole podcast.
Gold, indeed.
Absolutely. The best of the best have always walked this line and gotten away with it. I almost feel like the trans bit that Jeselnik has in his latest hour is only there to show other people that he can do it better than the mediocre comedians who can't.
I remember Jeselniks joke about Eric Clapton's clumsy son and I still feel horrible for laughing 😅 That's the haunted house energy Theo was talking about 😂
I suggest you listen to Louis Ck on O and A 15 years ago where he got into a heated on air battle with a radio host that got mad at him for making jokes about that. Very funny
@laurakain1524 definitely gonna check it out! I love Louis
@@mjstevens92It's crazy how it became such a thing. There's another one with Louis and Nick Dipaolo where some guy got in trouble for insulting a white trash town, so they just shit on it for 2 and a half hours
My ex said that my son was about to fall off of a table. I told her that his last name isn't Clapton and that he will be fine.
@@laurakain1524 NAWT FUNNY
I wish I was confident in anything as much as Anthony is in everything.
I love both of these guys. What a hilarious match up. I love when they start doing a bit together.
I love how Theo just cannot remember his own friend’s ethnicity, he thought Stavy was Vietnamese 😂
an bobby lee Chinese lol
@@Tormentality I know! Lol but Stavros being Vietnamese is even funnier to me 😂
@@TormentalityBobby is chinee
Riley Mau’s picture popping up during the autism talk and I about died 🤣🤣🤣
Brilliant moment! I howled with laughter 😂
As a class clown who was always trying to make people laugh especially the teacher this is one of the most relatable podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Great job fellas.
Also Ms. Sturgeon if you see this .. wassup girl.
Theo looking in every direction with no direction. Jeselnik just focused and articulate.
anthony riffs off theo so well. "With my audience... I'd want them to hear it from me." LOLLL
Another great pod. Love Anthony and Theos energy
Excellent. Great convo. Thanks, guys.
my heart is lowkey exploding lmao anthony was once my favorite comedian/podcaster until theo took his place so this is 11/10 for me absolutely thrilling
gang
podcaster yea, comedian absolutely not
Here's me thinking I have no idea who the dude opposite Theo is 😅
@@seasonedbeefshe had his own show on Comedy Central and was on a few Roasts
Anthony def makes me laugh the most during his comedy specials. Theo the only comedian that makes me laugh with his stories.
Anthony is basically theo if theo fully gave into the darkest of dark arts
That's the difference between an Atheist and a Believer. Here's 🙏 Theo stays in the Light.😇
CEZA we meet again! Remember me from saying I see you in pod comments all the time? Hope all is well.
@@dianem.99imagine being an adult and thinking that
@@dianem.99there can be no lifht without darkness. the depth of ones character and height of their soul can be measured by the level of contrast between the two inherent in them.
@@Boatanga Imagine being named Noah and not believing that. 🤷♀️✌️
As a Comedian, the WISDOM in this episode is unprecedented!
Omg. I love these interviews from TheoVon! They keep me company all day! 😀
"What other disease gets its own quilt?" Damn, easy smallpox joke.
Anthony is one of the best pod guests out there.
"...when people were going through perberty...." hahaha
i don't know about your cat but mine had a helluva purrberty. fucker thought he was a dog and kept humping my leg.
"I used to think if I stared at my teachers long enough they'd wanna have sex with me." Holy shit that one took me out 😂😂😂 was not ready hahahah
“Art is getting away with it” really is a cool way to understand comedy or really any art. Also, “Getting Away with It” would be a great special name for Jeselnik!
Theo finally interviewing a Serial Killer
Death is boring 😂 got me
The conversation about taking your shirt off as a sign of respect 🤣
Jeselnik is my absolute favorite comedian. It's great to see him with Theo.
Theo thinking being 6 foot and up is normal kills me every time 😂 "oh 6 foot just normal height"
For a guy 6 foot is normal! Especially in sports
Got to meet him once and was shocked at how tall he was. Always thought of him as tiny but he’s a giant to me
@@jayweiss437815% of guys are 6ft or more, so it's def not the norm. The average height is 5ft 9. Pro sports is different cos you're talking about the most athletic guys in the world.
It's funny cuz everybody I hang out with is at least 6 ft so I also think it's normal. Then I'll be out in public and actually look around and notice how short some ppl are
I'm still thinking about when I was ordered to move to YINZburgh because the Men are all big sons of ironworkers! Xo YINZ!
"I didn't know if it was crime, or like, a rash" lmfao
The wheeling feeling was probably oxy lmfao
I see Jeselnik and I'm watching wherever it is. But with Theo it's just that much greater!
Jeselnik sounds like a cross between Christopher Walken and Count Dracula.
Mr Show was EPIC. I’ve seen Anthony a couple times live. My wife and I just loved both shows. 🎙️ This was the best interview I’ve seen of AJ - went far deeper in many ways than most interviews with comedians that I have seen. Great job Theo.
Jeselnik, in my opinion, is one of the most crafty and talented comedians of this era. It's so overlooked because of the nature of his jokes, but it's literally mental gymnastics. Gotta respect the thought that goes into the set. Also, this podcast is excellent. Theo thinks on such an unusual level. Fuckin love the way the conversation goes
this is the comic duo I never knew that I needed but damn what a combo. hell of a conversation 🤣
the only thing funnier than theo absolutely drowning is anthony silently watching him drown
Anthony is usually kind to the hosts and doesn't try to make them feel bad. I was surprised he asked Theo if he knew what a pyramid scheme is. I don't think Theo was offended, though.
the pyramid thing was a bit theo was doing. i'm talking about when theo tries to do his patented stream of consciousness rambling and fails like a champ, then anthony just watches him die. very in character for both of them@@a.s.jackson8203
When do we get a new episode?
I absolutely love Anthony Jeselnik's comedy. Offensive humor, when put together skillfully, is fucking great. Side note, he absolutely has a serial killer look in his eyes 😂
30:30 has to be one of the most funniest things ive ever seen. Theo trying to explain what a pyramid scheme is comedy gold
Him talking about the comedian being Vietnamese and then the producer being like he's white cracked me up 😂😂
Anthony was introduced to me by my older bro, he holds a special place in my heart. I love when people vibe and get Theo. Love this
He almost broke character with the towel story lol Theo has such a peculiar kind of humor
Got to see Anthony last night in Boston. What a incredible performer, one of my all time favorites.
Such a great duo! Anthony as the know it all and Theo just being wowed by everything he said was hilarious haha.
These two could be an unstoppable force if they joined together for a project like a tv show or something
Barf
Eh, Jeselnik is a soy boy, would probably get offended by something Theo says.
@@donjuan6297 dude actually shared an article about ‘comedy’s alt right problem’ where it referenced Tim Dillon and Joe Rogan. I’m honestly surprised Theo is having him on.
@@C23467 it’s hilarious how comedy fans are all freedom of speech until somebody says something they disagree with 😂 Get over it people have opinions that differ from your own and that’s good for comedy 😅
I'll nominate them over hart and the rock
This is probably the best podcast episode that I ever watched in my entire life. They are so different but both are doing a great job of understanding each other. This episode could be the weirdest, but instead was just a normal conversation. What a great interview, love u both!!!! "thought and prayers" from Brazil XD
These guys should be a comedy duo! “Theo, do you know what a pyramid scheme is?” Gold 😂
Anthony has 4 diffrent haircuts at same time. You both are legends 🙏🏻
Anthony's hair does not look good. Did someone style it this weird way or did he run his fingers through his hair and effed it up?
Underage woman in an abandoned swimming pool.😂😂😂😂 Theo never ceases to amaze me
30:40 "Theo...do you even know what a pyramid scheme is?" The funniest line of the whole interview.
You can tell Theo feels slightly intimidated
Great talk to be a fly on the wall for. Thanks guys, I enjoy both of you very much