The Science & Art of Comedy & Creativity | Tom Segura
Andrew Huberman
19 may 2025
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Understand humor as a subjective experience, not an art form
Unlike art, which can be appreciated more with education, humor is an involuntary and purely subjective response; you can't convince someone to find a joke funny.
Experience enhanced performance with Amorpho snug-fitting weight vest
The Amorpho weight vest is a snug-fitting, 10-12 pound vest with heavy ball bearings that can make you feel like a god on subsequent runs without it.
Energize your brain with morning workouts for lasting benefits
A morning workout releases adrenaline, which acts on the vagus nerve to release dopamine and norepinephrine, waking up your brain and body for up to six hours.
Incorporate 70-pound kettlebell carry to energize your mornings
Performing a 70-pound kettlebell suitcase carry immediately upon waking can train your nervous system to anticipate the work and become more alert.
Keep phone out of bedroom to enhance sleep quality
Your brain anticipates potential actions even while you're asleep, which is why having your phone in another room can improve sleep quality.
Utilize THC to enhance creative flow for comedy
Comedian Tom Segura uses a specific dose of THC at night to induce a stream-of-consciousness state, which helps him generate new creative ideas for his comedy.
Let go of successful material to spark creativity
To evolve creatively, you must be willing to drop successful material, as this forces your brain to make room for and generate new ideas.
Ride the wave of successful performers for audience engagement
Contrary to popular belief, it's better to follow a performer who does very well because they put the audience into a receptive state, creating a 'wave' you can ride.
Channel dark thoughts into art for personal growth
Comedians who are the darkest on stage are often the best people in real life because they acknowledge and channel their dark thoughts into their art.
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