The Hilarious World of Jann Karam

With comedic brilliance and a trailblazing spirit, Jann Karam carved her own unique path to triumph. From stand-up stages to acclaimed solo performances, she's proven that true comedic artistry knows no boundaries.

 

Recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike.

 

My guest, Jann Karam, and I discuss:

• Filming scenes for Curb Your Enthusiasm for seasons 11 and the upcoming season 12
• Jann Karam discusses early influences on her path to becoming a comedian
• Rocking the Arizona State University comedy scene
• Making the move to Chicago, joining Second City, and then making the move to New York where she got a big break at Catch a Rising Star thanks to a good word from the late great Richard Belzer
• Moving to California and becoming a regular at the Improv
• Jann's stand-out performance on HBO's 13th Annual Young Comedians Special hosted by Dennis Miller
• Some great Bill Burr stories
• Being recognized as Seinfeld's #1 girlfriend on Seinfeld. We discuss how Jann landed the role with her unique delivery
• Jann's critically acclaimed solo play Reclining Nude on La Cienega
• Jann's award-winning short film, Under the Big Muu-Muu which she wrote and directed  
• Touring with Dana Carvey
• Jann's short-form video podcast, In My Bed with Jann Karam: A comedy podcast from bed and other uncomfortable places about love, life, family, and everyday annoyances.  
• And much more!

 

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