074: Behind the Laughs: Vinnie Oshana on Comedy, Culture, Politics and the PBD Podcast

The Alchemist Lounge

Join host Alex Atwood in an engaging conversation with comedian Vincent Oshana. This episode dives deep into Vincent's journey from his military days to becoming a comedy prodigy, and the challenges he faced along the way. Vincent shares heartfelt stories, hilarious anecdotes, and valuable life lessons, making this episode a perfect blend of humor and inspiration.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL HEAR:

0:00 - From Vitamin Store to Comedy Club

• Turning a vitamin store into a comedy club and live studio.

2:15 - Military to Comedy

• Vincent’s journey from the military to becoming a comedian.

6:34 - Hollywood Auditions

• The challenges and triumphs of auditioning in Hollywood.

11:06 - Identity and Humor

• Using personal stories and humor to connect with the audience.

15:11 - The Art of Stand-Up

• How comedy brings joy and spiritual connection.

21:37 - Flow State in Comedy

• Experiencing peak performance and selling out shows.

27:17 - Overcoming Alcoholism

• Vincent’s journey to sobriety and avoiding life’s poisons.

32:56 - Comedy and Politics

• Mixing political views with stand-up comedy.

39:18 - Diverse Conversations

• The importance of having diverse and meaningful conversations.

43:48 - Humanity’s Dark Side

• Discussing the darker aspects of humanity and the need for spirituality.

48:30 - Society and Unity

• The importance of unity and collective action in society.

54:20 - Media Manipulation

• How the media manipulates narratives and the importance of awareness.

1:00:35 - Generational Responsibility

• The role of different generations in shaping culture and politics.

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CONNECT WITH VINCENT OSHANA

YouTube: The Vincent Oshana Show

Facebook: Vincent Oshana

Instagram: Vincent Oshana (@vincentoshana)

Twitter: Vincent Oshana (@VincentOshana) / X

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