Club Shay Shay - Gabriel Iglesias Part 1

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What challenges does Gabriel Iglesias face with fame and relationships?

0:00

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How did Gabriel Iglesias discover his comedic talent?

0:46

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Who were Gabriel's early inspirations in comedy?

1:26

And listen on iHeartRadio stations across America and the free iHeart app. I'm Daniel Alarcon, and this is my friend who's much more famous than I am. I wouldn't go that far, but I'm John Green, co-host of the podcast The Away End with my old friend Daniel. On our podcast The Away End, we'll share with you the magic of international football, all leading up to the 2026 World Cup. Together, we'll find out why, of all the unimportant things, football, soccer, is the most important. Listen to The Away End with Daniel Alarcon and John Green on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. I'm Miles Turner. And I'm Brianna Stewart.

What advice does Gabriel give to young comedians?

2:06

And our podcast, Game Recognize Game, has never been done before. Two active players giving you a real look at our lives and what we actually think on and off the court. Nothing's off limits. We talk tanking. I might get in trouble for this answer, but I think it's, like, definitely happening in the WBA. We talk about our mistakes, too. They pulled me to the side and was like, hey, man, we got a call last night, man.

What was Gabriel's experience performing at the Apollo Theater?

2:28

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How did Gabriel Iglesias achieve his career milestones?

2:49

Our big breaks, our auditions, the near misses, the epiphanies, the moments that changed our lives forever. This season, we're deepening our relationships, creating collaborations, and... The door always stays open for a third amigo to pull up a chair. Listen to Dos Amigos on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. I love Cat. I've known Cat forever. Cat right away will just grab, you know, how you doing, boo-boo? Listen.

What unique stories does Gabriel share about his early career?

3:14

You know, next thing you know, I don't want to say too much because then he'll talk about me later. I got a problem with these Mexicans, y'all. all my life been grinding all my life sacrifice hustle paid the price wanna slice got the roll of dice that's why all my life i've been grinding all my life yeah all my life been grinding all my life sacrifice hustle paid the price wanna slice got the roll of dice that's why all my life i've been grinding all my life Hello, welcome to another episode of Club Che Che. I am your host, Shannon Sharpe. I'm also the proprietor of Club Che Che. Stopping by for a conversation and a drink today is one of the world's most successful stand-up comedians and one of the highest grossing touring comedians of all time.

How did Gabriel embrace the nickname 'Fluffy'?

4:01

He's one of the few headlines to sell out Madison Square Garden in New York, the Crypto.com Arena in LA, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia.

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8 chapters

1 What challenges does Gabriel Iglesias face with fame and relationships? 0:00–0:46 2 How did Gabriel Iglesias discover his comedic talent? 0:46–1:26 3 Who were Gabriel's early inspirations in comedy? 1:26–2:06 4 What advice does Gabriel give to young comedians? 2:06–2:28 5 What was Gabriel's experience performing at the Apollo Theater? 2:28–2:49 6 How did Gabriel Iglesias achieve his career milestones? 2:49–3:14 7 What unique stories does Gabriel share about his early career? 3:14–4:01 8 How did Gabriel embrace the nickname 'Fluffy'? 4:01–1:25:10

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Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SHANNON Save the everyday with Amazon Comedian and global touring star Gabriel Iglesias joins for a candid and hilarious conversation about fame, relationships, comedy, and the moments that shaped his career. Gabriel opens up about the realities of dating and maintaining relationships while living a life on the road. As one of the most recognizable comedians in the world, he explains how constant fan interactions—sometimes happening every few steps in public—can create tension in relationships. Iglesias reflects on how fame complicates normal experiences like going out to dinner, and why partners have to understand the unique pressures that come with dating an entertainer. The conversation turns to humor and attraction, with Gabriel joking that while abs may look good, a sense of humor is what truly wins people over. Known for making audiences laugh his entire life, he shares how comedy became his greatest asset—but also admits that personal struggles, including weight and avoiding difficult conversations in relationships, created challenges earlier in his life. Iglesias then reflects on the moment he first discovered his comedic gift at just ten years old during a school talent show. Performing spot-on impressions of characters like Mickey Mouse, Ronald Reagan, and Pee-wee Herman, he stunned the audience and received a standing ovation—an experience that hooked him on performing long before he understood what stand-up comedy truly was. Growing up, Gabriel found inspiration in the raw comedy he watched on Def Comedy Jam and BET's ComicView. Without many Latino comedians in the spotlight at the time, he gravitated toward stars like Martin Lawrence and D. L. Hughley, whose performances helped shape his understanding of stand-up. He even shares the surreal moment of finally meeting Martin Lawrence decades later and expressing how much his work meant to him. Gabriel also talks about landing one of his early TV opportunities on ComicView and why young comedians should prioritize mastering the craft over chasing money or fame. For him, exposure and growth mattered far more than the small paycheck he earned at the time. One of the most memorable stories comes from his first trip to New York to perform on Showtime at the Apollo at the legendary Apollo Theater in 1999, hosted by Steve Harvey. Gabriel recalls how brutally honest the Apollo audience was—and how he had to follow a fellow comedian who had just been booed off the stage. After advice from co-host Kiki Shepard about changing his outfit, Iglesias took the stage in a simple white T-shirt and delivered one of the best sets of his early career, earning a standing ovation. He also shares the awkward aftermath of celebrating that huge moment while still sharing a hotel room with the comedian who bombed before him—and how even a second attempt at redemption at Carolines on Broadway didn’t go as planned. Closes with highlighting Gabriel’s incredible career milestones—from selling out arenas worldwide to historic performances at venues like Madison Square Garden, Sydney Opera House, and Dodger Stadium—cementing the legacy of the comedian fans know and love as “Fluffy.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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