Bobby Collins: A standup dad
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Come with me to a chic little ADU in Santa Monica where I sip homemade green juice and hang out with standup legend Bobby Collins. Bobby shares his New York upbringing, his early career, and the transformative journey of fatherhood. He reflects on his unique path through the comedy scene, performing alongside icons like Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, and Rosie O'Donnell, while always staying true to his roots. The episode explores his family dynamics, including the joys and challenges of raising a special needs daughter and the close relationship he maintains with his partner in crime, his wife Jill.
Every week on the pod, I bake for our guests. For Bobby, I made classic chocolate chip cookies.
Read on, as always, for the play by play and links.
LINKS TO THINGS:
If you want to chat and laugh with Bobby IRL, catch him on tour. Visit his website for tour dates and ticket info.
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Produced by: Mutha Life
Music by: Ronen Landa
PLAY BY PLAY:
01:26 Introducing Bobby Collins: Comedy Legend
02:14 Bobby's Childhood: Growing Up in Queens
05:20 Family Dynamics and Values
07:15 Bobby's Career Aspirations and Early Jobs
20:21 The Stand-Up Comedy Journey Begins
32:22 Wife Jill Enters the Picture
32:33 A Short-Lived First Marriage
36:07 Meeting Jill: A Comedy Club Encounter
42:09 Balancing Career and Family
47:01 Raising a Special Needs Child
53:17 Reflections on Family and Career
01:01:01 Financial Concerns and Future Plans