Who is Ehsan Ahmad?
Ehsan Ahmad is a comedian and co-host of "The Solid Show" with Deric Poston. His new comedy special, "Ehsan Ahmad: Too Soon," is streaming on YouTube.
TLDR — Key Topics and Moments
- 01Ehsan Ahmad discusses his comedy special 'Too Soon' and what it's like performing edgy material in today's climate
- 02The conversation covers his journey as a comedian and co-host of 'The Solid Show' with Deric Poston
- 03Ehsan shares stories about the comedy scene and performing in different markets across the country
- 04Discussion about the challenges of doing comedy that pushes boundaries and audience reactions
- 05Ehsan talks about his background and how he got into stand-up comedy
- 06The episode touches on podcast life, social media, and the evolution of comedy platforms
The Show
Joe sits down with comedian Ehsan Ahmad on JRE 2442 to talk about his new comedy special 'Too Soon' now available on YouTube, along with his podcast work. Ehsan is making waves in the comedy scene as a talented stand-up who isn't afraid to tackle controversial subjects, which is exactly what the special dives into. Throughout the conversation, Joe and Ehsan discuss what it takes to navigate comedy in an era where everyone is quick to take offense and cancel culture looms large.
Ahmed brings an interesting perspective to the comedy world, balancing his work as a co-host on 'The Solid Show' with his stand-up career. The conversation naturally flows through comedy philosophy, what makes jokes land, and the mental game required to perform material that's intentionally pushing boundaries. They discuss how the landscape for comedians has changed, how social media impacts comedy careers, and the importance of having a platform like podcasting and YouTube specials to build an audience.
Ehsan shares his take on why comedy that tackles difficult subjects matters, and how the best comedians are often the ones willing to be honest about uncomfortable truths. The episode captures that authentic JRE energy where two people are just having a real conversation about comedy, creativity, and what it means to do the work in a constantly shifting entertainment landscape.
Key Moments
Best Quotes
"Comedy is about being honest, even when it's uncomfortable"
"The best jokes come from real observations about life"
"You have to be willing to bomb to find what actually works"
"The podcast world has given comedians a real alternative to traditional gatekeepers"
"If you're not willing to say what you actually think, what's the point of doing comedy"
Products and Books Mentioned
Everything brought up in this episode — linked to Amazon.
Ehsan Ahmad: Too Soon
AmazonA new comedy special by Ehsan Ahmad available on YouTube.
The Solid Show
AmazonA podcast co-hosted by Ehsan Ahmad and Deric Poston.
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