The Fine Art of Not Giving a $!#@: Learning To Laugh at Yourself w/ Comedian Brent Pella #544
Get your popcorn ready, people. Today, I sit down with one of my favorite comedians and social media creators, the incredibly talented and hilarious Brent Pella. Brent is a stand-up comedian and filmmaker who's taken the internet by storm with his hilarious and often biting parodies on spirituality, health/wellness, and American politics. Known for his spot-on celebrity impressions and his role in MTV's Wild 'N Out, Brent’s comedic genius offers a unique lens through which we can view and laugh at ourselves and the world around us. Brent's humor isn't just about punchlines – it's about sparking joy, thought, and conversation – by poking fun at relatable and relevant issues. In this episode, we crack open Brent's approach to comedy, his creative process, and how his personal biohacking habits and spiritual beliefs inspire his work. We then reveal some behind-the -scenes development of his hottest material, especially his viral impressions of figures like CA governor Gavin Newsom and Joe Rogan.We touch on his upbringing with an open-minded, Deadhead mom, and how this influenced his perspective and comedic voice. We also explore Brent's personal journey with plant medicine and psychedelics, and how these experiences have shaped his consciousness and creativity. From microdosing psilocybin to his deep dives with ayahuasca, Brent shares candidly about the challenges and insights gained from these practices and the advice he’d offer to future voyagers.Along the way, we tackle topics like the importance of humor for mental health, the impact of government propaganda, and the erosion of trust in mainstream media – plus, his thoughts on whether anything should be off-limits in comedy. Make sure to check out Brent’s comedy special on YouTube, see him live if he comes to a venue near you, and check out his podcast, Good Trip, for a good laugh and a healthy dose of self-satire.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Luke or his guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services.THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:BLUSHIELD | Use the code LUKE to save 10% off your order at blushield-us.com.AND…MTE | Head to getmte.com/luke for 20% off.AND…SILVER BIOTICS | Get 30% off when you go to silverbiotics.com and use code LUKE at checkout.AND…LEELA QUANTUM TECH | Go to leelaq.com and use the code “LUKE10” for 10% off their product line.MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:58) Warming Up the Mic! Cursing, Tony Robbins & Toxic Twitter(00:17:48) Leaning Into Authenticity: How Brent’s Art Imitates Life(00:43:28) Checks/Balances for Mainstream Media & Comedy(01:18:38) How Plant Medicine Has Supported Brent’s Consciousness Evolution(01:34:58) Life Lessons Learned in Ayahuasca Ceremony(01:54:04) POV: Overcoming Comedy Stage Intimidation in LA...