Tiny Recounts His Comedy Shows in San Diego
Tiny shares his experience performing stand-up comedy in San Diego, detailing the challenge of winning over unfamiliar crowds and performing in sunglasses.
Mack opens the discussion by asking Tiny about his recent comedy gigs in San Diego alongside Malike and G King . Tiny explains that performing in a new city required him to adjust his approach, as the audience did not already know his background or podcast persona. He notes that a fan named Pops drove all the way from Bellflower to support the show , which helped set a positive tone for his performance.
Tiny emphasizes the importance of earning laughs from strangers rather than relying on existing fans . He explains that doing a cold open forces a comedian to sharpen their material and timing. Keem agrees, adding that testing jokes in front of unfamiliar crowds is the true measure of a comic's skill. The group discusses how performing outside one's home city provides valuable feedback that helps refine a stand-up routine.
The conversation shifts to stage presence when Mack brings up Tiny wearing sunglasses while performing . Mack jokes that wearing shades on stage gives off a distinct law enforcement look, comparing it to characters from TV shows . Tiny defends the look, explaining that it helps him focus under bright stage lights. Tiny elaborates that the San Diego crowd was initially reserved, but his opening jokes loosened them up . He highlights how Manny and the W Syndicate crew also showed up with a group of six people to support the event , demonstrating strong community backing.