Joe Pera: Slow & Steady | Full Comedy Special

[@jschlattLIVE]

I love you Joe

[@semperinumbra]

a perfect voice to cozy up to under your schlanket

[@gabrieldarcy1744]

Never fails to make me laugh and cry in the space of about 10 mins. Such a sweet, funny man.

[@cierraslowsdown]

I’m honestly surprised Jschlatt loves him some Joe! Two seemingly different parts of the internet collide and I love it

[@ang3lics962]

not even surprised to you see here

[@Voan200]

Kiss

[@Dr_Jim57]

I saw this guy on a random night at a NYC comedy club. Probably a crowd of 30? And only me and one other woman were laughing. And the more he went on and no one else laughed, the more we were in tears at how put off everyone else was. Gave us a friendly nod when he was done, and shook his hand after. Comedic genius

[@JoelyPera]

Lol! I can just picture the perplexed look on everyone's faces. How long ago was this?

[@loveuketoo]

are you posting this on all his videos?

[@JoelyPera]

@@illsmackudown Possibly. However, I wasn't asking you.

[@ia79661]

it might be a midwest thing? Like I think a big part of why I think Joe is funny/endearing is because he reminds me of my grandpa and like silly old but lovable goofy simple dudes. If I didn’t have the context of the other people like Joe I might not feel comfortable laughing at him.

[@SchlafAroundTheBend]

Had the same experience while watching Swiss Army Man in a cinema in Germany, me and my other Italian friend were cracking up, everybody else seemed put off, it was so weird

[@ethandaley69]

Why am I sobbing during this outro bit? This story-time is such a wild mix of funny and sweet. So peaceful and lovely and perfect. Happy to have finally found you, Joe 😊

[@jackryan5766]

I’m laying on the floor (bc sciatica)of my living room with tears in my eyes from the outro. I’m glad I’m not the only one.

[@IstasPumaNevada]

To be fair I break down at a lot of things, but this was one of them.

[@SamHandwiches]

same, as soon as Hubie got the ice cube I welled up 😂

[@milo_1458]

Always feel like everything is gonna be ok when I’m watching my pal, Joe Pera

[@simeonbrennan8824]

He makes me feel safer than if I was in a safe in a bank on safe street

[@numinous2506]

It's not though 😂

[@patrickblakethesaint]

Agreed

[@Yony42]

Ok Ok Ok.. Ok Ok. Ok. Ok. Ok Ok Ok. 10oks/out of 10!

[@PraLegram]

I love how he punches down at autistic people that like talking about animals and roleplaying as Ed Sullivan! A truly fine Cumeatian !!!!

[@SamBatcheldor-ot3rk]

A lot of comedians make you laugh, but Joe really makes your soul smile.

[@hey_its_travis]

Norm McDonald had a saying, its one thing to make someone laugh, its something special if you can make them smile.

[@vinceraineing]

Best comment.

[@fattypneumonia]

@@hey_its_travis i was thinking of norm saying that too, on "what's so funny?" ppl can find that wonderful insightful interview here on youtube too. hard to define, but i feel a quiet stillness in my heart after having watched this. like, joe just tucked me in, and i can rest easier now, a peaceful, dreamless sleep will come and bring me solace in sweet time.

[@prffftdiaria3753]

Truly. I couldn't find the words, thank you.

[@hallquiche]

This is unlike any comedy special I've ever seen. Funny, but also comforting and relaxing. It's like an entirely new art form.

[@rootkite]

I agree, it's completely unique and mesmerizing...! I actually think of Joe Pera's comedy as spoken word poetry.

[@danielschmidt9427]

@hallquiche hi, welcome, you're home now

[@NESherv]

He makes me feel like I'm an old man living in the suburbs, in a very cozy and fuzzy way.

[@pauljohnson8847]

Was thinking the exact same thing, @hallquiche. I've loved Joe's work for a long time but he's doing something completely different here. In the vein of early Zach, current Maria Bamford, and so many others in different shades. We are rich today with comics taking chances to bring us different looks at what the definition of entertainment can be. This is a gift.

[@MG-uz5mr]

Check out Joe Pera Talks You to Sleep. That's how I learned about him. I was surprised to see he was a comedian lol

[@hamsandwichson]

The shots of the security guard really push this over the top.

[@indoorroamer]

I thought the security guard was a parent!! 😂

[@chadopitz6883]

Absolutely loved that aspect

[@hellomynameisrodney]

I thought he was a pastor lol@@indoorroamer

[@Maht25]

watching him go from not getting it, to laughing, to finally get it and smiling was really rewarding.

[@Alex-wn8qh]

Thought it was awesome! He deserves to laugh too!

[@marcocastillo337]

I cant believe how hyped i am for a special called "slow and steady" from a guy who helps me sleep at night

[@Ohm521]

hahaha...Hes so great.

[@Eeveestarlight]

I listen to that as well!

[@a.t.hustle1583]

Ive ran than 10 hour loop a time or 2 myself

[@DONKEYKONG260]

​@@a.t.hustle1583home run

[@go-gomifune3176]

Right?

[@veganmeatball6780]

Hearing joe say “cringe cringe cringe” is healing

[@Joemother6838]

It's like hearing your grandpa say "deadass". Like you aren't supposed to know that word bro

[@NickJerrison]

You can hear him almost break character saying that as well, even he himself found it very funny

[@lornehart8428]

Joe Pera is a national treasure. He should have a show on NPR

[@randyfaucheuxiii2217]

He has a podcast which sounds like what I'd expect a Joe Pera NPR show to sound like but better

[@Nerfherder-oo7iv]

He’s too pleasant and intelligent for npr

[@randyfaucheuxiii2217]

@@Nerfherder-oo7iv oh yeah he’s way too good for Neoliberal Propaganda Radio

[@lornehart8428]

@@Nerfherder-oo7iv as opposed to all those brash idiots on npr? Wtf? Joe would be the perfect Garrison Keeler replacement. Was Prairie Home Companion too unpleasant and abrasive for you?

[@Mdjagg]

That'd be a disgrace to Joe.

[@hawleybarrows2357]

"How 'bout this door?" is single handedly the best open line to a stand up comedy special. Absolute legend.

[@sentientcardboarddumpster7900]

It got me.

[@zac3392]

Never even heard of him before, and he had me right there. 😆

[@jackchandelier]

Good line, but the best? You haven't seen much stand up... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZbKdqGQq9CBrdE

[@gothicsoldier]

I saw him in Marquette shortly after AS announced the show was canceled and he opened with "It's great to be here in Marquette and tonight is a very special night, because after the show I'm going to get in my car, go down to the ore dock, and drive into Lake Superior"

[@ThedeadlyOG]

Debatable

[@XOXO-xp2fg]

So wonderfully unique and weird. I Laughed and cried, sometimes at the same time. What a story teller. Thank you for this

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

For the past year, I've been using Joe Pera to get to sleep. This is my 4th attempt to watch the entirety of his set. It's very good, so the situation is frustrating.

[@sara-jonathanjerdan738]

It took me a few reads to understand why this was your 4th attempt, and then I laughed out loud. Thank you 😊

[@the_original_Bilb_Ono]

I did too but i was personally on the edge of my seat the entire time! I could never nap. Im so hyped up that i could do a little dance that isn't too provocative but very difficult to learn.

[@ItsB3enLikeThis]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who dozed off during this lol. I love his material, but I'm so used to feeling relaxed by his voice.

[@lauraknapp906]

I’ve accidentally done the inverse with his “Joe Pera helps you sleep” -tried to sleep to it and ironically struggled to sleep sometimes because I just like actively listening to the writing.

[@AJBoneChain]

I've done that with eragon and now eldest for years

[@octaviuspepper2887]

Joe Pera is someone I would die for, but he's the type that wouldn't want me to

[@jeremytitus9519]

The type of guy to say “Why die for me, when you can live for a slice of this delicious pecan pie? Here, I’ll get you a plate.”

[@timmiller1]

What kind of person would want you to die for him?

[@21centdregs]

ah, what a breath of stale air joe pera is... that stale air from your grandparents attic where all the best toys were stored when you were a kid. i love this guy, glad he got this special.

[@TsengFayt]

Joe Pera took the idea of "a show about nothing" and spit-shined it to perfection. Truly a unique and wholesome experience to comedy. Pure genius.

[@New3DSLuigi364]

and It's Still Funnier than Seinfeld(At Least Funnier than it is NOW Compared to how revolutionary it was when it was in its prime)

[@skipads5141]

Joe Pera is the best, Jerry, the best.

[@jnnx]

He’s not going to sleep with you, Tseng.

[@CrowClouds]

Hmm I thought it was about all kinds of stuff

[@HouseHippoWrangler]

Definitely "spongeworthy".

[@jackjackson7537]

The pita chip bit was honestly hilarious. Honestly great crowd work, and i love that he almost broke from the responses.

[@urntrombliesparents7806]

You sound like your trying to convince yourself it was funny 😂😂

[@ColombianThunder]

​@@urntrombliesparents7806why would someone want to pretend they like something. Seems like a waste of time, kinda like going around commenting what you are saying.

[@urntrombliesparents7806]

@@ColombianThunder because the special was horrible and he wanted Joe to feel better? I tried not saying it. But thanks I guess lol

[@ColombianThunder]

@@urntrombliesparents7806 well I thought it was hilarious and I mean it so do with that information as you will. I would never in a million years think people are pretending to like something just because I personally thought it was bad. Your opinion is not universal and neither is mine. Gotta learn to be okay with that.

[@urntrombliesparents7806]

@@ColombianThunder joe sucks. And every time you reply. I’m gonna double down

[@jayzeus7]

Bahahaha "there's gunna be cubes for my boys" awaiting a round of applause 😂😂😂😂 Joe Pera is amazing

[@Rahimraissnia]

i dont get it

[@lettersinorder]

I think that's the joke​@@Rahimraissnia

[@TomChaton]

​@@Rahimraissnia "There's gonna be _cubes_ for my boys"

[@steventhury8366]

​@@TomChatonStill don't get it, and I'm not stupid. Do I need a dirty mind?

[@paperhat_boi]

​@@steventhury8366 same buddy :/

[@Eleks_]

"Don't feel bad you just ruined my entire life" after the cell phone had me dying

[@whiskeyskeleton]

Joe arranging for the ice cube to be there for everyone to touch after the show was one of those moments that make you think. It's just regular ice, but somehow he finds this way to reconnect people to life's simplest pleasures, like feeling something cold on a warm night. We all have access to ice every day, and yet all those people took the time to feel it for just a second. I feel calm. Thank you, Joe and Ryan.

[@garekbushnell3454]

He brought an ice cube for us, his 'boys'.

[@steventhury8366]

What???

[@FuturaBomb]

I cried.

[@kevinfoo8031]

Because the simplest things in life are at times the best. Taken for granted with all this technology that's going 100 miles an hour, we forget to smell the roses.

[@Chlocean]

I love the unique idea of filming the doorman's reactions for the special. It's kinda perfect for his wholesome brand that he can make someone laugh who just has an obligation to be there.

[@gregorypeck876]

I thought it was his dad 😂

[@chinookvalley]

I'm 5 minutes in and crying. I miss mom and dad, and the farm and all the corn fields. I miss when my friends and I used to sit around and tell jokes and watch the sky. All that's gone. I'm feeling old and irrelevant. I've been watching Joe for a long time. Thanks Joe, we should all try to follow your good-intentions. Your humor and good-will has kept me smiling. Have a good one.

[@enzosuname]

Saw him back in august and I swear to god we spent like an extra 15 minutes on the Pita Chip bit because some dude had legitimately thrown a squirrel some Matzah in the park and also watch it pick it up exactly like Joe was describing. Joe was comically incredulous over it.

[@charlieevergreen3514]

That sounds hilarious. It’s fun just to picture it!

[@Supanerd64]

I saw him in Madison and I told Joe I had given a heel of bread to a squirrel, he looked me dead in the eye and said 'get a load of this old man' (im 25)

[@charlieevergreen3514]

@@shannon4386 Squirrels here will hollow out a watermelon, and sleep inside of it for many days, until it’s just too gross, hahaha!

[@Thatsnotmy_namee]

⁠@@Supanerd64 but for real, who calls it a heel? It’s duck food (not to actually be given to ducks because it’s awful for them) get with the times old man 😅

[@TheDnBGremlin]

@@Thatsnotmy_namee you're not ready for my preferred name of "hubcap"

[@THE-X-Force]

ok .. I just came across Joe for the 1st time on a Towsends video .. and now I'm enjoying one of the best comedy shows I've ever had the lucky pleasure to experience.

[@Davidsmithnunya]

7 months ago you watched a video about making a simple three legged stool with round mortise and tennon construction. Today I am laughing at the same video that was brought to me from the same Townsend video. Did you ever make a stool?

[@julinicewarner6955]

I never feel better after an entertainment experience than I do after watching Joe Pera. Thank you for calming anxieties and slowing the world down and being as slow and cool as ice on a hot day.

[@coconutbangermatt2312]

Nothing makes me happier than seeing a crowd of people enjoy, and cheer for Joe Pera by the end.

[@OddBawZ]

I have watched KZbin religiously for 15 years. I mean it when I say, this is the greatest journey I've ever been taken on. Even better than the time I was shipped to The Battle of Somme where I was captured by the German's and was forced to write poem's for my release. Just to become a video game KZbinr during the tail end of the 3rd monetization boom. I'm blessed to have a random short appear from this show while sitting on the toilet awkwardly trying to wipe with my off hand.

[@juliahusar]

Only Joe Pera can spend 7 minutes talking about a squirrel eating a pita chip and make it one of the best comedy bits I've ever heard

[@robertwhite2628]

Technically that bit went on for 10 minutes.

[@breetaylor4586]

Cringe cringe cringe cringe cringe…. 🐿️

[@PersonNonRegatta]

At the Minneapolis show the squirrel bit was capped off by a guy in the audience who happened to have a photo on his phone of a squirrel eating a cheeseburger. Joe made him show everyone in the audience.

[@notmiked]

Oh man, the squirrel pita chip audience participation part went on for like at least 10 minutes alone live. It got pretty chaotic. Then things calmed down, he went on to the Dr Pepper part... then asked the audience after all that. So good.

[@BryanLee]

Thank you, Joe. I lost my grandmother this week and didn't realize this was exactly what I needed right now. Cubes for my boys.

[@sawyerstudio]

❤

[@JLKDOOM]

Sorry for your loss

[@scottnotpilgrim]

Sorry for your loss, humor does great healing work

[@bryansansone3301]

Sorry for your loss, stranger. Life carries on and all we can do is laugh or suffer. My condolences again.

[@zachthomas5272]

Sorry for your loss. I love my grandma to pieces, I can only imagine how much that hurts. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[@amywright2243]

I'm Gen X. When I needed Weird Al, he was there. When I needed Emo Philips, he was there. And now I need Joe Pera. And here he is. Thank you.

[@BallMarks]

At first I read that as "weird ai"

[@NoUploadJustComment]

I’d love to see those 3 guys hang out.

[@nicholasallison2243]

Cutting back to the person standing in the back throughout the special made me laugh harder and harder each time

[@stinkbomer]

So that’s just a random wtf? Haha

[@ilovemw3123]

Thanks! I'm glad I made you laugh.

[@Titibasana]

For some reason I thought it might have been his father.

[@bravetherainbow]

@@ilovemw3123 Is that you announcing him at the beginning too?

[@bravetherainbow]

@@Titibasana same tbh

[@D__S__]

only a few minutes in and the ryan reynolds mint mobile joke murked me... joe you deserve to go far with your live show / standup, looking forward to more

[@tommycash4000]

The ad before it for me was a mint mobile ad.

[@DabsOnDabs]

​@@tommycash4000yup. Here and everywhere. How much money did they spend on advertising for that ad?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

You're a national treasure, Joe.

[@watkinscopicat]

international, GALACTIC!

[@mhisey26]

Loved the special! Thank you!❤

[@LordMarlle]

Joe makes the whole crowd feel like they're old buddies. He even turned touching a block of ice into an almost spiritual thing. Magical

[@keabonhall2436]

Joe Pera never fails to make me cry because of how vulnerable his art is. He speaks to issues I know of and don’t, but never fails to leave me with more courage. I’ve never met the guy, but he’s like a close friend talking to you because he wants to show he cares by how he relates and make sure you feel better. Thank you Joe for being there at 3:45 AM in the summer of when I was struggling everyday for helping me have the longest sleep I’d had in a year.

[@charlieevergreen3514]

Agreed. He seems deeply sincere. It’s very encouraging.

[@derwienernuts]

Heart wide open. It's the way to be. It's not always easy, but it's always worth it. Much love my friend. And i wish you many more nights of wonderful sleep, and even more wonderful waking moments. ❤

[@Creashone]

I am so glad you found strength here. Although I think we watched a different show. I remember squirrels falling off a ledge trying to drink Dr. Pepper...

[@zatoichiMiyamoto]

You deserve an ice cube and a whole pita chip. ❤️

[@theyearwas1473]

This is the decade of Joe Pera. I am so glad people found him finally

[@juancarlo888]

I was late to the game. Very happy to be here.

[@SuperTed.]

I watched him being born so I'm clearly the most superior here.

[@jfmedits1577]

his comedy aged really really well

[@cptn_chromo3189]

No. No, it isn't.

[@theyearwas1473]

@@cptn_chromo3189 I'm sorry friend that you don't enjoy. He has a very unique style of comedy and I understand it's own taste. But how come Ham on the bone isn't called pork drumsticks?

[@brycebutko7265]

Thank you so much, Joe; you are an absolute delight and my wife and I love your being very much. This was an excellent special and we look forward to another some day:)

[@flashkidnewgrounds]

this is an awesome comment man im glad you and your wife enjoy his content as much as we all do, im sure hes very grateful for your donation.

[@je8823]

I don't want to get too weird, but Joe Pera makes me cry so much, it's hard to describe. I think he makes me feel more comfortable than I've ever felt, I know it's a character, it's a bit, but I can't help it. The idea of Joe Pera makes me feel different than I've ever felt, and I can't help but bawl, I cry my eyes out every time. He's very funny, and so calming at the same time, he makes me feel so happy while I fucking weep. Sorry if this is too much, but man, I just need to say thank you, you mean so much to me and I'm having a lot of difficulty expressing it, I need people like this in my life, things like this bring me balance.

[@hannahglenn485]

It is a character and a bit, but it’s a collection of the people, places, and things that have a deep place in our hearts but get overlooked or blown past. In a fast entertainment world, Joe Pera gives us a slow home-cooked meal. That’s probably why you feel moved. He’s tapped into something we all need and love but doesn’t get acknowledged much in entertainment.

[@brandon13k]

He brings a tear to my eye as well. I love him so much. I bet he’s really like this tho, just an exaggerated version of himself.

[@Gregemmatalia]

I think it's as simple as the fact that he is kind, vulnerable and funny at the same time.

[@hilians]

No universe in which this is “too much”. I think you put exactly the comfort I find in Joe Pera into words perfectly, and it explains why I always cry when I hear him talk.

[@trystanadams8665]

@@hannahglenn485 well said. His commitment to the bit helps a ton, knowing it’s always going to be the same comfort. It’s so important.

[@rickdyer29]

Joe, you are a true treasure. Thank you for making a day or night better. What you do is amazing and important. You are rare.

[@YersiniaPestisNPO]

Never heard of this guy and I am absolutely shocked at how funny his slow delivery is. Never heard cadence like this in comedy but he really keeps you captivated

[@Ryfinius]

I envy your new journey.

[@mister_M.]

Watch joe perra talks you to sleep

[@mister_M.]

Or watch HOW TO MAKE IT IN THE USA joe perra

[@ClickClack_Bam]

This is HORRIBLE. ZERO of the was funny at all.

[@GreatFlamingEyebrows_]

Something about everyone touching the ice at the end brought me to tears. Well done Joe. Lovely show

[@JDudeWillingdon]

I think it represents a calmness and relief, take your restless mind off of things and focus on the cold radiating through your body. Comedy has the same effect, calming us down and distracting our minds from a potential nuclear war or whatever it is in the news today. I found the story at the end to be very poetic.

[@tlsopko2849]

I read your comment before I finished watching, and I couldn’t imagine what you might have been talking about…until I got to the end, and I’m just sitting here crying…. How am I just discovering this treasure?!?

[@GCKelloch]

Made me think we are all in this together, and all the memories of holding icicles and going ice skating. Brilliant simple idea he had.

[@gustavofigueiredo1798]

Me too, Great Flaming Eyebrows, me too...

[@rootkite]

Same 💗 I soon began imagining that the people were all touching a feeling creature, or a fellow human, and the gentleness and variety of all their little caresses just sent me 💧

[@xRaphHD]

Fantastic special!

[@B4CKWARDS_CH4RM]

When I saw this special I said “oh boy” out loud, that’s how excited I was

[@KimberleyB]

Right? My husband and I both exclaimed, "Oh, look!" when we scrolled through the KZbins and saw it.

[@Myqz]

The camera fixed on the usher is a masterstroke.

[@jaimejamanta]

2:28 as a brazilian I feel represented. I'm trying my best to introduce my friends into your art here in Brazil. Thank you Joe for the shoutout and thank you for your art, it´s helping me to be the best part of myself since last year. I hope someday I will see you live. É o Brasil e não tem jeito!

[@MarllonGama]

é o braza caraio

[@gabrielIDZ]

🇧🇷

[@Gustavo-wh7hn]

😎🤙

[@matheuscamargo2682]

Fiquei chateado quando cancelaram o show

[@jaimejamanta]

@@matheuscamargo2682 mto vacilo :(

[@TymurMelnyk]

I will make myself a cup if hot cocoa, grab a blanket, turn on the AC to not be too hot and whatch this with delight

[@taylorcovelens6189]

I am having hot chocolate while being here for this now. Thank you

[@Channel95TV]

Got a rotisserie chicken and a 10ft charging cable for my Samsung Galaxy Note 7 to watch this in the shower while I eat.

[@adamblandino9388]

Don't forget the mini marshmallows 😊

[@SuperTed.]

​@@Channel95TV now that's how it's done.

[@spanqueluv9er]

@TymurMelnyk ^*cup of, not cup if ^*watch, not whatch

[@ogchuckster5007]

Joe nearly breaking character multiple times during the hot vs cold bit never fails to make me laugh, even on the 4th time watching xD

[@gabrielmatos7715]

Joe, I'm from Brazil and I love your TV Show, and the show really helped me improve my English hahaha. But the best thing that I learned with your TV show is the power of kindness and that even in the worst moments we can take a really deep breath and see the beautiful things in life. Obrigado pelo especial! Você é maravilhoso ❤

[@MustangSally1971]

I’m imagining lots of Brazilians speaking English with midwestern accents! All the best to Brazil.

[@samlarsen4804]

Joe Pera smoking the largest cigar of all time at the end really sealed it.

[@tylerehrlich1471]

I cried at the end and I’m not really sure why. Maybe it’s just beautiful to see people slowing down enough to appreciate something as mundane and miraculous as the cold of ice.

[@hawkeyepierce118]

Cringe

[@UFL3]

You’re not alone, it was a beautiful shot

[@shneckelheimer]

I think it's more just how unique every single person's gestures were, I am still consistently impressed by the sheer variety of humans out there

[@travisearly7879]

I’m here for the full Joe Pera hour. It won’t be a wasted one.

[@kenshomi2]

Thanks!

[@jeffhickerson6450]

This man is a comedic genius. His slight misdirection combined with phenomenal timing is amazing. Thank you Joe for everything you do.

[@cameronrichardson6607]

I agree the slight misdirection of pretending to be mentally handicapped while being able minded is the cherry on top 4 me😂

[@Patrickschlehuber]

I was so glad to be able to meet you and attend your show in Beaver Creek. So glad you released this for everyone who couldn’t make it.

[@CIONAODMcGRATH]

I've never seen a stand-up comedian take so much control over an audience's attention using nothing but his hypnotic command of comedy. Brilliant!

[@Excogitationn]

I live in a time where I get to watch Joe Pera do crowd work for FREE!!

[@annpersant]

I feel such a comfort when this man is talking. It's like I'm being hugged by a million midwest angels

[@LegendaryKev]

In my observation, Joe Pera pretended to be Joe Pera for so long, that he finally became Joe Pera. And when I decide to watch or listen, it's just for me. I don't invite groups over for something this important that they might not understand. Live on, Joe.

[@joetalentoh]

The last segment was so beautiful it had me in tears.

[@Cisera]

Me too. I watched it TWICE and bawled like a baby at that part both times. I hope he releases a studio version as part of his Drifting Off series to listen to at bedtime or simply when I could just use a good cathartic boohoo that comes from the appreciation of the shared experience of trying to find your way through life, whether that includes sharing a bed with a benevolent babadook or lamenting your existential guilt to an imaginary cow friend.

[@Titibasana]

Me too. And having the communal ice block felt spiritual @@Cisera

[@IsuiGtz]

I needed to see this. I was looking for someone else who could have felt the same. Now I don't feel as broken to be crying in the middle of the night before sunrise just because of that last segment. I wish... more people could be as introspective and caring as him. This is an exaggeration of himself, but it's his true self. We need more people like that. To not be afraid to be like that.

[@briandowers851]

I’m glad I’m not the only one

[@NikolaiVolkovski]

I keep expecting Joe to lose the magic, but it only grows stronger… the world really needs someone like him, especially now

[@Kitty-ex2gq]

It’s because he’s genuine. Even though it’s a bit he’s still a genuine sweet person :) we all need to slow down and be a little kinder like Joe

[@marinecam]

This blurs the line between comedy and literary art. It's like a non-fiction essay written by a Pulitzer-winning novelist. I don't know how someone is able to write and perform this. It's so beautiful and the world is better for having it. The ending is the epitome of making the mundane profound.

[@tobydammit]

Thanks! Please never stop doing what you're doing

[@famfamfam5782]

The open relationship/foster joke, combined w his delivery was legit genius and heartbreaking at the same time

[@noahboucher125]

It reminds me of something my grandma or grandpa would say, like, you're kinda right grandma, I'm not gonna debate you

[@Whenevember]

I haven't seen this yet, I just wanted to thank you and everyone for Joe Pera Talks With You. If you happen to see this comment, then =]

[@Pappaoh]

I am dumbfounded, speechless-nearly, and I feel like the world might be a better place than I thought. I'm so grateful for you, Joe!

[@Mark.is.watching]

I LOVED THIS SPECIAL! The crowd work during storytime about the temperature has me in stitches! Almost broke character a cpl times!

[@impulseballer]

I'm a huge comedy fan and this is the first time hearing Joe. I absolutely loved him. Calmest I've ever felt during a comedy special. Almost brought a tear to my eye as well.

[@TheJTrilogy]

I saw Joe in Albany at the Egg on the Slow & Steady tour. It was a really special night for weird laughs and chill vibes. Joe paused the show for 5 minutes and chatted with the audience, waiting for an audience member to go and come back from the bathroom.

[@Debaser1990]

Of course he did. God I love this man.

[@teeth-man]

Man, I just recently found out about Joe. Right after the show in Albany! Aggghh!!

[@crackhorror]

He is an example that we all should follow.

[@elyserintelman4625]

that was so funny. and when they came back we all cheered

[@revalone3944]

aye shout out albany

[@polartechie]

Joe is awesome 😂

[@nichole2757]

Every time I listen to anything Joe Pera does, I feel like it makes me a better person in some subtle way. I love you, Joe, please keep the ice tray full.

[@d.w.stratton4078]

His comedy is almost 100% timing. It's like...Cubism but with collection timing: a deconstruction almost to the point of absurdity. I'm in love.

[@callumwilliams2172]

Cubes for my boys

[@fernandomoreno7753]

@@callumwilliams2172……………..Cubes for my boys 🫰

[@MattSoverns]

I agree! He has amazing timing, but I think it's the whole character that makes it genius. His slow cadence, low volume, and slur demands that you give him time to speak. He utilizes that space to work the impeccable delivery in without feeling rushed.

[@movieweb]

Cubism for my boys.

[@switchemcee3775]

Timing… is… everything…

[@JesseEngelGuitar]

❤

[@jdwayne00]

Watched this while sweating in bed next to my wife and trying not to laugh hard enough to wake her up

[@Caishen13]

This was truly wonderful, you should be proud of yourself as much as we're all proud of you

[@jaimetron]

Thanks!

[@freddyhaug9379]

Thanks for sharing this special with us Joe!

[@ctfs]

My wife and I are at the lake celebrating our two year wedding anniversary. Your special dropped at the perfect moment. Thank you, Joe.

[@finchcarvingadiamond]

That is so sweet. Happy anniversary 🥹

[@RedReera]

Happy anniversary!

[@yeslmm2296]

Happy anniversary!

[@chacemusic]

Happy anniversary 🌺

[@greatquux]

Thanks this was awesome and made me and my wife feel good.

[@supEnoc]

Who the hell is this guy? Very unique, funny and heartwarming. One of those comedians who will leave you smiling

[@skydraw5894]

Joe you're catchin on bud

[@awesomebeast7509]

He had a show on adult swim called “Joe Pera talks with you”

[@supEnoc]

@@awesomebeast7509 I have since become aware and also drifted off with Joe multiple times now lol

[@RabbitOfNazaeth111]

Amazing work old Joe.

[@RabbitOfNazaeth111]

This is absolutely amazing work. Keep going, Joe.

[@LukasPrimeEdition]

I wish there was more conversation about how damn good of a writer Joe is. the story with Yoobi is just so beautiful and heartbreaking and honest. Thanks for the laughs Joe :)

[@royeaston6067]

Bit of a waste of a wish but, okay.

[@bigmistqke]

he s a true poet

[@cohenpeart]

Exactly. He's a brilliant writer who also happens to be the right guy to deliver his material.

[@LukasPrimeEdition]

@@royeaston6067 not when I have infinite wishes !!!!!!!!!!!

[@LukasPrimeEdition]

@@cohenpeart so completely true... his energy (or lack thereof) he brings is half of what makes the words so resonant.

[@jacobneil135]

Hearing Joe drop the F bomb was a surreal experience. It was so funny because of how unexpected it was.

[@rayunterzuber70]

Joe Pera is comedic legend. The awkwardness, authenticity and delivery make this man one of a kind. I’ve been a fan for years. Love to see him have a special and do so well.

[@Henrique-u5n]

Nós brasileiros que agradecemos, Joe!

[@michaelolesen5575]

João Perãõ

[@IncredibleIceCastle]

Come to Brazil

[@ILikeTurtles42069]

What's a Brazilian?

[@armandoguerra7658]

Thanks for what, what did he do?

[@roymakescomics]

​@@armandoguerra7658he taught them English via his television program..though apparently not enough to comment en Inglés

[@bloodstreamband]

First time I’ve cried to a comedy special. Absolute beauty. Bravo.

[@sidekickstreams]

That last lingering shot of the hands touching the block of ice is brilliant.

[@Titibasana]

It was a spiritual experience watching everyone blessed by Joe's block of ice.

[@aneurysm234]

Holy shit, the KZbin algorithm has blessed me. I’ve never heard of you before, Joe, but you literally had me cry laughing with your dead pan delivery. So glad I came across your act.

[@CloudBuilderMetba]

What a beautiful set. I teared up at 55:12 to 14 when one person fixes the ice.

[@DavoGalavotti]

Joe, thank you for delivering such a great show… it was exactly what I needed on this Friday night…

[@zacherybutter7349]

Even when Joe is joking, he brings tears to my eyes. His nuanced views and curiosity towards life is so wholesome.

[@whitneybladen9605]

Absolutely blown away. I love this guy so much. Completely unique, but knows where he belongs in his niche. He’s exactly what the comedy world needed.

[@lawrencesiu6065]

This is genius, the simplicity, humbleness and saying the things that are deep down inside contrasting the incongruities. First time seeing Joe, now I am a fan. Thank you Joe.

[@kimballbarker3572]

Joe Pera is so wholesome and tender, I found myself crying at the end. Anyone else?

[@TheAndrewj96]

Yep, same. He had me laughing my ass off with the “Do the Right Thing” joke and then two minutes later I was crying because of how beautiful the atmosphere was. For some reason I still haven’t watched his show. I’m going to remedy that today.

[@IsuiGtz]

The more I think about it, I think it should be expected. I'm not gonna recover from this... but in a good way.

[@MarkV.-zz4qe]

​@@IsuiGtzit's almost like his endings make you feel the full range of emotions which makes it more memorable

[@George.Andrews.]

When people touched the ice, for some reason, a surge of emotion came.

[@patrickisawesomer]

@@George.Andrews. agreed, the big ice cube part at the end was absolutely brilliant.

[@SuchNick]

Cubes for my boys 🧊

[@tatodarjany5067]

The New York Times column bit was like experiencing whiplash. Did not think it was possible that any of those words would ever come out of his mouth in that order

[@hpchris2006]

Joe, thank you. I sobbed and laughed through the last 20 minutes of your act. I thought about those nights holding her, the times spent growing up with my grandfather, the nights on the pond in the middle of summer, and so much more. Thank you for bringing me back to those places. I appreciate you.

[@michaelthomheadley]

Wonderful

[@mendedarrows9394]

Just finished the show, thank you and your team Joe. Also, it didn’t occur to me until the post credit ads that you kept ads out of the special, huge respect.

[@DrJellyFanguzzz]

I'm really really looking forward to this. I'm genuinely happy you exist within the comedy sphere. You're a breath of fresh air

[@ireaperslegend7426]

Thank you Joe Pera!🙏🏻