The actor/comedian (Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central) talks about his struggle to feel “authentically black” without betraying who he is, the state of comedy in the black community, honing his artistic voice, and his nerdish, turbulent childhood especially with his alcoholic mother.
The comedian and former writing partner of Patton Oswalt (Mad TV) didn’t grow up with abuse or tragedy, but his mental and emotional battles are shared by most of us. He thinks he’s lazy and is worried he’s missed out on the success many of his peers have achieved. This is a nice episode for listeners who want a break from the darker episodes. Blaine is a comic’s comic and a Renaissance man – sensitive, thoughtful, articulate and darkly funny. Follow him on Twitter @blainecapatch and see him in the touring Wrestling/Burlesque show Lucha VaVoom.