Christina Pazsitzky On Studying Philosophy And The Value Of Comedy

Ryan speaks with Christina Pazsitzky in the first of a two-part interview about her new Netflix comedy special Mom Genes, why she believes that comedians should go to college to study philosophy, how she balances her work and home life, why ego is a tool for survival in a comedy career, what the Stoics would have to say about cancel culture, and more.
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Christina Pazsitzky is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, writer, host and TV personality. Since starting her comedy career in 1997, Christina has been known for her intelligent, thought-provoking, and hilarious takes on the realities of women’s issues, motherhood, and popular culture. In addition to touring the world, she has released four comedy specials, two of which have been featured on Netflix: Mother Inferior (2017), and Mom Genes (2023). Christina and her husband and fellow comedian Tom Segura host the hugely successful podcast “Your Mom’s House” together, and she also hosts her own podcast, the popular “Where My Moms At?” where she discusses motherhood. You can find more about Christina’s work, tour dates, and booking information at christinaponline.com and on Instagram @thechristinap, Twitter @christinap, and on her KZbin channel christinacomedy.
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[@UrbanOutlawsSk8Co]

Not only is she a studied philosophy enthusiasts, but she is also married to an American war hero

[@crystalmasters8582]

😂😂😂

[@S_Edward_Campbell]

Thank that man for his service!!!!!!

[@laurenmartin9713]

Wives of our servicemen also deserve praise. 🫡

[@littlewigglemonster7691]

Hah

[@jamespowell9062]

Hi jeans

[@CDH333]

I’m so stoked for someone to let Christina talk like this. Thank you!

[@jimmyjambag2230]

But she can never escape the stolen valor controversy

[@NightWLKR1]

@@jimmyjambag2230???

[@CHINESE_PRIDE]

It's good to see Ryan trying it out

[@jamespowell9062]

Trying what out? And you got 61 likes about it. Trying out what?

[@BogdanVirtosu]

​@@jamespowell9062don't be stingy Mark

[@shaycray7662]

​@@jamespowell9062 Touch my camera through the fence.

[@yamman8822]

@@jamespowell9062 you wanna try it out, just try it out

[@CHINESE_PRIDE]

@@jamespowell9062 You gotta follow proto, brother. And come up in May. If you ever want to catch me feathering it. I'll be at the Falcon Carwash, down in the mountains with my sister. Do you know what's a Banana Split?

[@Burgerurger911]

Stoic mommy?? Mind blown

[@matgonzalez6272]

I had a feeling; her stand up is gold. Her and her husband are a hyper power couple hahah

[@skyhappy]

Someone who wears makeup is not stoic

[@I3loom]

​@@skyhappyMarcus Aurelius literally wore the nicest possible clothes in the world while in office. Not everybody is happy to live in a barrel.

[@skyhappy]

@@I3loom he didn't want to eat them, he only did it to identify himself. Clothing is also different from makeup. Makeup changes how your face physically looks. It's deceiving.

[@Dillonmac96]

The work she gets done is not stoicism at all lol

[@guitarprincess7]

So excited for this. Her husband made huge sacrifices over seas for our country.

[@wojecire]

I hope this never dies

[@matgonzalez6272]

Dude… YES. Christina P is amazing. It makes me so happy to see this side of her. She’s such a badass, and this only made her even more awesome in my eyes.

[@M1C4]

Agreed 💯🥳

[@fluffyclouds555]

This is the side I “knew” before seeing her standup and I was blown away watching her tour her first special.

[@adk7962]

Damn. I knew Christina is smart, but I did not realize she’s a bonafide intellectual. Lenovo!

[@NYC1025]

😂

[@jamesalexander8872]

She likes Foucault. She's dim.

[@Psycho.Mama.098]

😂😂

[@sadiehopper6711]

Fuckin funny mommy

[@JokerisWild4]

She has talked at length about how all the post modernists made absolutely no sense, she likes them because they're insane and it's funny how batty their ideas are

[@allaboutFUNGI]

This talk did not disappoint. Great to see Ryan being very relaxed as well. Comedians seem to bring out your fun part. Thank you heaps for this marvel!

[@AgendaInMind]

Most of the more severe illnesses happen to people because an upsetting event occurs in their lives taking them by surprise, unexpectedly, impacting first in the brain, then in the corresponding organ which that part of the brain controls. The end of WWI had absolutely everything to do with the Flu and lung TB outbreak that occurred killing millions. In nature, the biological conflict linked with a territorial fear (just what it means-a fear in your territory, your home, your community, etc.) is a widening of the bronchia (tissue loss). Your body attempts to widen your bronchia in order to allow more air into your lungs to give you more strength and energy to fight to keep your territory safe. Stay with me.......The biological conflict linked with a death fright impacts the lungs. The lungs attempt to grow larger in order to allow more air in because breath equals life, as we all know. No breath equals death. While you are in the fear or death fright conflict, you notice no symptoms of “disease”, except you have cold hands, cold feet, you can’t sleep, you awaken at 3 AM every night, you have little appetite. During the war, millions of people were in fear of the bombing of their homes and cities where the war was most active. Fearing for their lives, their loved ones in the war, their ability to survive. The food in the stores was sparse due to shortages. This lasted for 4 long years! The longer the conflict, the worse the healing phase. Within 2 weeks of the German Chancellor announcing the end of WWI, these millions of people ALL went into the healing phase all at the same time. It is during the healing phase that you experience symptoms of illness! What is the healing phase of the bronchia widening? Severe bronchitis, pneumonia. The body attempts to refill this lost tissue and you experience inflammation, fever, coughing, body aches, fatigue, etc. What is the healing phase of the extra lung tissue that grew? Decomposing of the tissue by TB bacteria and fungi. The symptoms of this healing phase are: severe coughing up of blood and tissue, fever, inflammation, severe mucous, body aches, fatigue. During this decomposing of the extra tissue (tumor), the body expels a lot of protein, and without replenishment, severe protein loss can result in death. Antibiotics did not exist yet. If TB bacteria does not exist in a person or they have been vaccinated against TB (big mistake), then the tumor will simply encapsulate and become dormant and not harm you. Who died during the Spanish Flu? Mainly the poor who could not afford to buy meat and proper nourishment, and the people who were directly impacted by the bombings and destruction of their homes. Millions of people suffered fear and death frights during the fighting of WWI, and millions of people all went into healing at the end of it. Not everyone was affected because not everyone suffered the same way. It’s not a “flu”, it’s not something you “catch”. It’s biological, meaningful, and unavoidable. One hundred years later, a Fear Campaign begins, using the media to spread it......

[@StaceWah]

"You need a plan, homie." 😂 She's brilliant and straightforward all at the same time ❤

[@breazybear]

My worlds are colliding and I love it ❤

[@maggyfrog]

this is a breath of fresh air in the podcastverse. it's like i'm hearing 2 people (albeit parasocially) having an unguarded, unprepared, unrehearsed convo for the first time in ages.

[@clintlasher8436]

I needed to hear this conversation. I'm a father and an artist on the back side of life looking back at my achievements, mistakes,failures, missed opportunities, wins (deserved and undeserved), everything. The last week I've been struggling contemplating my life and have been kinda stuck in a shit hole of self loathing from a self perceived failure even tho I've got to do and accomplish lots of great things. This helped me get out of my thought rut and recenter to a more fair look at myself. Thanks

[@BeyondGrasp]

Man it’s like I wrote this myself. Excited to finish this one now

[@fluffyclouds555]

Samesies

[@alejandrinahs]

I would recommend examining your personal influences, too.

[@user-rd5ky9qk6j]

47:07 When she calls Ryan mommy. I'm dying.

[@ZombieSupercharger]

Christina isn't as Lenovo'd as she puts on. Love to see it

[@abdullazoobi2102]

Love it. Bringing attention on the women of our society and the challenges of having children. Without their sacrifice, we will not have the next generation to enjoy. Raising cool kids with stoicism is probably the coolest thing my wife and I have ever done. Imagine doing you with miniature side kicks?

[@abdullazoobi2102]

Nailed it. Praise Allah

[@LexieNicole24]

Best guest by far mommy & mr stoic man have awesome chemistry for conversation it flows well easy watch 🎉

[@mairead354]

0:33 HER LAUGH! 😂 It's so unique! ❤ Gets me every time! 🦆

[@sierra9713]

This was amazing. This conversation makes me feels less shitty about our species.

[@CoachTC23]

She’s so much cooler solo than even on YMH. Her special and this pod is telling. She truly submits to prop up her man what a power move by the main mommy! 👖

[@TheTricksterCoyote]

Love these two together!!! Thanks Ryan and Christina! Love you both

[@gvlive]

I wish I could find ONE PERSON to have this kind of conversation with

[@venturecrew06]

I normally listen to podcasts while I work on the computer. When this conversation came up on my feed? I first thought it was going to split the space/time continuum. I've been reading and listening to Ryan since The Daily Stoic. And I've been a YMH fan for years (you know I'm coming up in May) 5 minutes into this conversation, I stopped work, cracked a beer and just listened. This is one of the best conversations between 2 people I admire I have heard for a very long time. Joyous ❤️

[@MoneyHabits1]

Omg! I loved this interview. Normally I don’t watch it bc it’s some idiot politician or some ex-general that thinks his shit doesn’t stink, but this was a great interview w/ a woman who has studied philosophy and thinks about really deep things and understands how trivial most of live is. Great job Ryan. I would love more interviews with people who really think and get life. Not some professional coach turned philosopher.

[@CoachTC23]

So generals dont really “get life”? 😂 idiot politician makes sense tho. But the philosophy and books are dope even tho Ryan’s bit of a hypocrite being a woke warrior. I just take away the benefits and discard the nonsense. You’re right tho every guest isn’t for everyone. Christina’s new special is pretty great too! Mom Jeans 👖

[@monica-oy7zv]

I love the main Mommy!! She’s so smart , funny and beautiful!!! ❤❤❤

[@ChrisAlexander1]

This interview was such a breath of fresh air. So many truths just cutting through the noise.

[@PeterAlanA1234567890]

How much do I LOVE this women!!

The duo I didn’t know I needed

[@sansivian]

Great podcast that shits the bed at the end when Ryan says he doesn't understand "Dont California my Texes" and calls Jordan Peterson and "Old man telling at clouds".

[@joeylatts8637]

Driving from Jacksonville to Tampa, this was the perfect length conversation in the perfect depth

[@glenncallahan9037]

Love Christina. I think Ryan is perfect for deep dive interviews. Please keep them coming.

[@Will_Smith_Slapping_Xi_Jinping]

RPC is an epicurean

[@fluffyclouds555]

Loved this conversation and at times, it gave me the chills. That procrastination part could be the death of me

[@aanchaallllllll]

0:42: 🎭 The comedian discusses his love for philosophy, how it taught him to think and analyze reality, and how it helped him break free from societal expectations. 9:54: 😂 The speakers discuss the lack of time and interest in other people's opinions, the obsession with identity politics, and the challenges of balancing career and parenting. 19:35: 🎭 The discussion revolves around the sacrifices and choices involved in pursuing a career in the creative industry, the importance of focusing on meaningful activities, and the challenges of putting oneself out there. 30:03: 🗣 The speaker discusses the challenges of success, the importance of perseverance, and the role of self-loathing and procrastination in the creative process. 40:32: 🤔 The conversation explores topics such as writing, comedy, philosophy, and the evolution of societal norms. 51:03: 🤣 The speaker discusses various things that make them laugh, including absurd situations and their children's antics. 1:01:43: 🤔 The conversation explores the idea of history repeating itself and the unpredictability of life, including the possibility of aliens. It also questions the pursuit of fame and success and emphasizes the importance of enjoying the present moment. 1:12:28: 💭 The speaker reflects on the importance of being present and appreciating the current moment, rather than constantly striving for the next goal or accumulating material possessions. 1:22:32: 🤘 The speaker discusses their experiences with money, the joy it brings, and the misconception that money can't buy happiness. 1:32:43: 🤔 The importance of guarding your creative space and being confident in your own uniqueness. 1:43:35: 😕 The speaker discusses their perspective on not having time or energy to be mad at transgender or gay people and questions why others would want to give a hard time to people who are already struggling. Recap by Tammy AI

[@logohs]

DREAM EPISODE!! I also loved your episode on 2 Bears. I love the crossover of comedy and wisdom.

[@BillRussell-tronm]

Nice to know Ryan keeps it high and tight

[@TurdFerguson456]

Mom #1 in the house!!! One of the funniest and smartest comedians ever

[@julieb8348]

This is SOOOOO REFRESHING!!!! Thank you !

[@jackson78904]

This episode is the best I've heard in a long time! It was refreshing to listen to.

[@YouTubeGalPal]

Thanks for having her on. I love her!!❤

[@jacquelyngutierrez5427]

Christina this is her stuff, she’s an angel ❤

[@Vitaminb666]

I think it's great to listen to people sharing their experiences and me sitting here able to learn new perspectives and thinking about the topics and forming a broader understanding. Good Stuff

[@Linda-bq7eq]

Wow, I love Christina Pazsitzky. Thank you! 🎉❤

[@Gun4Hire888]

Comedians (great comedians) are our modern day philosophers. Their insights and observations are true, tragic, insightful, inspiring, delightful and sometimes profoundly abysmal and 1000% necessary Thank you for sharing this discussion

[@_MD80]

That was excellent. I would love to see Christina back on.

[@Linda-bq7eq]

This was terrific. I’ll watch it again. At the end you guys are utterly exhausted & I’m glad of it - fabulous discussion !❤

[@kennymc60]

Hi Hitler! I just clicked on this video because I saw that Mommy Jeans was here. Mommy Kristen is the best! Thank you for your work and the interview. Keep them high and tight! Love you!

[@yoquieroemily]

really admire your ability to have the most impactful guests from every field and philosphy and background and both meet each other in discourse at an equal level. so admirable in you, and the guests that see a modern philospher. ideas both parties have never seen a certain way. everyone knowing something you dont times philosphical discussion minus the worlds polarisation from discourse if not 'in the right uniform'. humble shows in all parties. thanks.

[@starlightdeitrich3480]

Christina!!!!!!!!! So cool you're on Daily Stoic! Keepin' dem jeans high and tight!

[@naomireaves3742]

This convo is so enjoyable and relatable. ❤

[@michaelmauldin4559]

Let’s talk about Hawaii, Christina. Great podcast. Keep featherin’ it.

[@zachary_burrows]

In my avid consumption of podcasts, this is one of my favorite podcasts I have seen. Thank you.

[@ShareefusMaximus]

What an easy and natural conversation.

[@matejoh]

Keep feathering it, brother.

[@marniebrimhall986]

This excellent conversation brought me some inner peace. Thanks guys❤❤❤

[@ankurd2889]

Always loved Christina..!!

[@dogwheeze]

This is the best podcast I’ve watched in years. Thanks. 🎉

[@donthomas3529]

Great discussion, thank you

[@jaquino6786]

I absolutely love it when Christina talks philosophy.

[@drummerkorey]

I forgot to follow this podcast after seeing you on jre and I regret it, what a great interview, I'll definitely be watching much more of this

[@Mr123thepassion]

Keep feathering it, Ryan!

[@marydanielle000]

What a great way to start my day. Love it!!!

[@Mr99conrad]

I was making about $19/hr doing something I wasn’t passionate about. Then I started putting time into something I really liked and I knew that was valuable. That time/experience changed my life. Love that part of this conversation.

[@AchmedComedy_]

I read this guys book every day. Didn't know he had some humor to him and I love it!

[@joshuapajarito3780]

This is epic on so many levels comedy stoics conversation

[@josephloughery7624]

This was an entertaining and informative chat. Comedians certainly add flavor to our lives.

[@MateroDan]

This is amazing. My favorite things rolled in one. Thanks mommy.

[@its_megsk]

Christina! 🎉 ❤

[@roscoestark6589]

Mom jeans and stoic philosophy is my perfect podcast

[@ojeda5577]

Main mommies!!! Where yall at?? ✔️

[@buckeyegirl16]

I have been waiting for this podcast since he appeared on 2 bears with Tom. The whole time I was thinking hes talking to the wrong Segura... Christina is the philosophy Queen...podcast match made in heaven ❤

[@Allison_White]

Really loved this episode!!!

[@summittspawn]

THIS podcast! YES!

[@marlod2627]

Exaclty what I was thinking, Christine. Cautionary tale!

[@Bradgreyeyes]

That was a great podcast 👏

[@hayleyhawkins]

The best collab!!

[@bobvalentino3710]

That was just as awesome and enlightening as I thought it would be👖

[@rorygibson3124]

_Good_ *GOD* this was good. What an absolute _ripper_ of a conversation holy shit.

[@3Asterisk]

Great stuff. I enjoyed this episode a ton.

[@TheCaspairaAcula]

Main mommy in these streets, stoked to listen and watch 💕🤘

[@Linda-bq7eq]

If I hadn’t had a little ‘ego’ I’d never had gotten anything done. I’d never had gotten thru my nursing program if I hadn’t kept moving forward - I had to beat my feet into submission to get them to enter the psyche institution I was interning at, everything in me was screaming “No!” But those feet kept moving and I financed single motherhood -not really well but we never ran out of cash when we needed it. Bumpy times financed by fear. Isn’t that always the way?

[@leeshiflett1863]

I really enjoyed this.

[@ZenShady]

Thank you daily stoic for merging with the queen of the other half of my KZbin feed.

[@ampaone86]

God there are so many clipable moments here. Such a good podcast. 👍

[@LeonardoRodriguez-pu2up]

I love her! Beautiful, funny & intelligent!

[@Leaving_Orbit]

This was really great.

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

bravi!!! funny digestable high level discourse

[@bennjamight]

I’m very happy this happened. You both are great people

[@badmiddens]

can't love this conversation enough

[@joegreenough7072]

If Ryan wore a cape in the 90’s he’d be Christine’s dream boy

[@espresso.scream]

Worlds colliding!!❤

[@valentinarex94952]

Christina sitting down with a nice young man!? Worlds collide ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@andrejulien9819]

Christina = wife goals

[@stephaniemcdowell1010]

This episode was amazing! When is the second part coming out?!

[@stuartthomas94]

❤ a stoic mommy ❤

[@marybeth808]

Heeeey Christiiiiina! Great episode, I love hearing you talk like this! ❤❤❤ Subscribed for more Stoicism. I heard Dr Drew talking about this channel and have been meaning to try it out.

[@artandculture5262]

This is wonderful. A bright deeply read comedienne, who loves her husband and her children. Who has a creative process and a testimony of life in creativity. Jordan Peterson’s custom suits are a tell to me.

[@nancyborth2785]

Omg. M’y thoughts exactly……….

[@anaguevara1900]

Love this combination of people love Christian ❤❤❤

[@aaronwimberleymbamsf5776]

Great meditation to start the day=]

[@mohammadfarzan230]

Thanks

[@CalsMD]

This is so fun