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July 9, 2025 58 mins

Zach Zimmerman is a comedian and writer whose work has been published in The New Yorker, Lithub, and other outlets. He’s also the author of the essay collection, “Is It Hot in Here (Or Am I Suffering for All Eternity for the Sins I Committed on Earth)?” Recently, he released a comedy special, “Surprise Me” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3J60D-JPSM)

 

In this conversation with host Daniel Spielberger, Zach shares how he got into standup comedy, his advice for managing rejection, and the art of writing a humorous essay. 

 

Watch “Surprise Me”:  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3J60D-JPSM)

 

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Music by KT The Terrible 

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