Jim Florentine – An Xperience Interview

Jim Florentine – An Xperience Interview – by Skye Rickman.

RRX: You’ve been a comedian for many years. How do you come up with new material?

Jim Florentine: I just talk about everything. Day-to-day life, stuff like that. Sometimes I share old stories. That’s the fun of it. You see what works and try to make it funny.

RRX: You were on “That Metal Show” for many years. What were some of your favorite moments?

JF: All of it was great. So many amazing guests. The guys from Sabbath, Marilyn Manson. I enjoyed every show.

RRX: Do you wish the show could have continued, either on TV or in podcast form? Or were you ready to turn a new chapter?

JF: It would have been great if it continued, but we were on for eight years, 14 seasons. Every year, it felt good to get another year. Just like “Seinfeld” and “The Sopranos,” though, every show comes to an end.

RRX: If you could work with anyone that you haven’t worked with, who would it be and why?

JF: Sydney Sweeney. I don’t know what we would do, but I’d like to work with her.

RRX: Who gave you the best comedy advice?

JF: Andrew Dice Clay. He’s the reason I started doing comedy shows. He told me don’t worry what anyone else thinks. Don’t worry about what other comedians are doing. Just do your own thing.

RRX: Last question, and thank you again for your time. I appreciate you. What kind of legacy do you want to leave?

JF: I’m not really worried about that stuff. Sometimes people discover you years later, so who knows. I don’t know how to answer that.

RRX: I know you will be memorable, because I grew up as a teenager watching your show, and I’m still a fan twenty years later. I know your comedy will have an impact on generations. Thank you again for the interview.

JF: Thank you for having me.

 

 

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