Trish Suhr and Karen Mills sit down with comedian and friend Jon Reep to chat about what he knows so far, including his iconic role in a Dodge truck Hemi commercial. Jon opens up about dealing with haters on social media and the unique challenges of code-switching with accents. They also swap stories about their favorite comedy clubs and the joys of performing in various parts of the country. From personal anecdotes to professional insights, they delve into the importance of mastering the art of comedy and staying true to oneself on stage. Join the conversation and discover the secrets behind a successful career in stand-up comedy! 🔗Music by Butch Walker...check him out on Spotify Follow Jon Reep on socials IG https://www.instagram.com/jonreep/ FB https://www.facebook.com/JonReep X https://x.com/jonreep TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jonreepcomedy Website https://jonreep.com/ Jon's Podcasts Carolina Reaper https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carolina-reeper-with-jon-reep/id952491347 AI: Absolute Ignorance w/ Jon Reep https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-i-absolute-ignorance-with-jon-reep/id1701817685 Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Jon Reep 06:27 Dealing with Negative Comments on Social Media 13:04 The Challenges of Code-Switching with Accents 28:12 The Craft of Stand-Up Comedy 31:08 Embracing Accents in Comedy 34:56 Navigating Audience Interactions 39:40 The Impact of Social Media on Comedy 43:47 Balancing Social Media and Live Performances 46:06 The Importance of Authenticity in Comedy Karen Mills Website | Karen Mills Comedy Instagram 🔗 Facebook 🔗 YouTube 🔗 Twitter 🔗 Trish Suhr Website | Trish Suhr Instagram 🔗 Facebook 🔗 YouTube 🔗 Twitter 🔗 Takeaways Jon Reep gained recognition for his role in a series of Dodge truck commercials, which ran from 2002 to 2007 and aired on multiple networks. Dealing with negative comments on social media can be challenging, but Jon tries to focus on the positive and engage with his audience. Both Jon Reep and Trish Suhr have experienced the pressure to code-switch and modify their accents in certain situations. Favorite comedy clubs mentioned include Zanies in Nashville, Comedy Works in Denver, Punchline in Atlanta, and the former Good Nights Comedy Club in Raleigh. Performing comedy in different regions of the country can present unique challenges and opportunities. Stand-up comedy is a craft that requires time, practice, and honing of skills. Accents can be a source of insecurity for comedians, but they can also be embraced and used as part of their act. Audience interactions can be both challenging and rewarding, and crowd work is an art that takes time to develop. Social media has changed the comedy landscape, with some comedians relying on TikTok videos for popularity, but it's important to remember that stand-up comedy requires more than just short videos. Balancing what to share on social media and what to save for live performances can be a challenge for comedians. Authenticity and connection with the audience are key elements of successful stand-up comedy. #comedy #standupcomedy #interview #JonReep
