Joe Pera Talks With Me

[@nootnoot7396]

One time I randomly sent joe pera an instagram DM telling him about how his show on Adult swim really helped pull me out of a funk and find light in my daily life as a Michigander and he said some very nice things and sent me a free hat. Wear it every day, I never knew I’d find a hero as an adult

[@ladybugd0ts]

that is so sweet :D

[@hamsandwichson]

That's really lovely. What a nice guy.

[@poopyfartboi]

Omg. That is so sweet. Joe Pera is one of the most adorable people I’ve ever seen and I mean that solely as a compliment on his character, I respect the hell out of him because even though he’s playing a character most of the time-that character is a reflection of his genuine, warm and loving attributes. I live in a stressful volatile environment and Joe Pera not only calms me and soothes my soul but brings me back from the throes of toxic masculinity. Thank you Joe for creating a space where we can cultivate wholesomeness in this crazy twisted world.

[@bruceniblett959]

Joe Pera Connor O'mally.. magic

[@chriswieman]

Couldn't have said it better myself -- thanks!

[@Berd]

joe pera is my favorite guy

[@chicharraun8525]

Joe berda

[@TumbleWeed411]

Im callin the cop

[@josephsim8401]

You are my favourite berd fank you

[@dangdelucia]

I fell asleep listening to Joe's podcast on my kitchen floor next to my cat the night she died. She had aggressive cancer and deteriorated in the span of 7 days. I will always remember that night, those soothing sounds and conversations in the midst of a sudden & heartwrenching loss. I owe Joe a lot. Thank you, Joe.

[@mierardi88]

it's either the deepst character ever played or he is a very sweet man who is inherently funny and fascinating in how mundane he is. what a delightful conversation!

[@IvanSN]

It's both. :) He's a trained comedian who went to a performing arts university. He is doing a caricature of himself: it's real in one sense, but an exaggeration. And it's wonderful. :)

[@kevinm8871]

Based on the now hard to find videos I've heard of him speaking what I assume to be in his normal voice, he sounds pretty much exactly the same, but just doesn't talk with the cadence of an 85 year old man like he does in character.

[@nicolasburroughs2823]

There’s a video of him on AV Club with Connor O’Malley where he’s almost completely out of character I would say. Just a normal nice guy like his character it seems.

[@audreymuzingo933]

Sometimes life imitates art. I reckon after "doing" Joe Pera a long time, he has likely become who he plays, even in his inner dialogue.

[@SeanMacadelic]

I’m not lying when I say that Joe Pera’s wholesome comedy saved my life.

[@twickymitch1]

Talks With You is on constant rewatch in my home, because it never fails to ground me when I’m feeling terrible. I really hope it gets revived in some way

[@DrJellyFanguzzz]

Same here. Oddly enough, it was the bean arch video, and subsequent KZbin video at the end of the season. It gave me a sense of hope, as weird as it sounds

[@CirclingTheDead]

Relaxing Old Footage has helped me through some tough times

[@IvanSN]

@@DrJellyFanguzzz God the bean arch was amazing. The fact that they cancelled this show will never be forgiven. It made me so fucking happy.

[@lilzigzag7842]

Joe Pera's devilishly good lucks and charm saved my life

[@philmccraken]

Joe Pera is so good. Love that you made this happen

[@avijitthapar7149]

It seems Joe made it happen!

[@copyrightsmopyright]

​@@avijitthapar7149what a sweetheart

[@Letsplaypodcast]

It felt like Joe was too embarassed to flat out say "I reached out to you because I like your stuff". What a wholesome, standup guy.

[@ArkenB13]

What a "standup" guy.

[@imgermain]

Finding and watching Joe Pera Talks With you during the pandemic helped me stop panicking all the time. It really helped me take a breather and chill out. Thanks Joe! You saved my life from spiraling

[@Drivesfastlikescats]

Replying to boost your comment hoping for the off chance Joe reads this haha 😅 I was in the same boat, Joe is a much treasure beam of comforting wholesomeness in this world

[@sepiarain]

Agreed! Life became very sedentary, which weirdly meant sleep hygiene wasn't great, but discovering the talks you to sleep material, meant that difficult time, struggling for sleep was made enjoyable and loaded emotionally.

[@jakefavre]

Then the "pandemic" aka democrat covid policy killed it

[@duffmanx2000]

Joe Pera reads you the church announcements is one of the most joyous episodes of television in the medium’s history.

[@NoUploadJustComment]

TEEEENAGE WASTELAAAAAAAAAND The moment when the pizza man rings the bell and Joe pulls him inside then the hard cut to to them rocking the fuck out to the Who will never not be amazing.

[@THNF89]

Everything about that episode is perfect

[@hamig306]

@@NoUploadJustCommentthe fact hes 35 years old repeatedly calling radio stations to hear a song lmao

[@ApocalypseMoose]

Very kind of you to retroactively give Who's Next a 10 just for Joe. What a wholesome melon.

[@silverman1601]

i love how ur talking about how wholesome stuff is but ur pfp is fucking G.R.

[@TeaDrinker3000]

Nice pfp my dude 👌 I HAVE KEPT THIS (interview) LOCKED AWAY

[@milky64646]

why you have that pfp

[@Drivesfastlikescats]

​@@TeaDrinker3000I tried to tag on a Lock Your Doors joke for your pfp but couldn't think of something 😔 sorry comrades

[@TeaDrinker3000]

@@Drivesfastlikescats You'll get it next time 👌

[@ZyxthePest]

In 2018, I was going through a giant rough patch. I'd lost my job, I was a year into a bad break up that was finally starting to sink in, and I was developing anxiety that was starting to inhibit me from enjoying life in general. Before Talks With You had premiered proper, I'd found the Talks You To Sleep short on KZbin and used Joe talking about batting cages as the intro to a mix that I made for myself at the point. Every time I'd listen to that mix, I'd always play the intro to remind myself that I could always find something to lose myself in to find solace, even if it was only for a bit. It helped me get through one of the hardest periods of my life. I ended up meeting Joe later that year and told him how much his comedy and show had done for me that year and even though he only replied with a simple "Thank you, that means a lot.", it was cathartic to have everything come full circle and talk to the man who saved my life that year. Joe, once again, thank you.

[@Drivesfastlikescats]

Joe is truly Chicken Soup for the Soul incarnate. This guy has been a place of comfort in so many turbulent times that it warms my heart just seeing him a little box next to the mellon. 💚💚💚 thank you Anthony

[@sourbaileys]

The show lowkey made me shed a tear, just the emotional tone and also to see how far Joe has come. Really respect Joe Pera. He really is one of the trailblazers of this generation in comedy.

[@DerelictCountry]

Was honestly expecting Joe to push into his character for the majority of the interview but to see him earnestly speak on his method and motives was really insightful. Obviously he wasn't going to do a bit for an hour and twenty but letting people into his creative process really compounds just how brilliant of an artist he is. Saw him in Dublin this year and it was worth every penny. Hopefully when he comes back we'll have Bluetooth by then.

[@joma4452]

cancelling Joe Pera Talks With You was and is a crime against humanity

[@whitneyc123]

😞

[@aedangadsby1402]

They canceled it? Thought they were going to come out with another season 😢

[@PotatoNirvana]

Its so cool to see Anthony geek out over the same stuff I was when I first watched JPTWY. The music is such a deep part of the show it makes me so happy to see appreciation for Ryan Dann's work that gives the "Joe Pera" character so much dimension. I appreciate how thoughtful Joe is as a writer. Thank you for having him on, I hope Joe or Ryan Dann can come back to talk about their work more.

[@breeban3388]

Friend of mine introduced me to the 10 hour loop of his animated episode of talks you to sleep, I found the show on adult swim and I can’t believe how quickly talks with you became my comfort show. I think everyone should strive to be a bit more like joe

[@caahj]

The show is so simple yet one of my favorites ever. such a shame it got cancelled

[@veins91]

This is wild. I literally just learned about Joe Pera this week from the Townsends and got in a Joe Pera, Conor O'Malley rabbithole the last few days.

[@tylerscott4396]

Shoutout to Townsends, one of the best KZbinrs out there

[@SingTheSorrow7]

The Fantano/Townsend expanded universe is massive

[@Nj-mt6bz]

I love O’Malley. Rebranded Mickey Mouse is a masterpiece

[@tylerscott4396]

great username dude@@SingTheSorrow7

[@tylerscott4396]

for me it is fuckcoin, gotta watch it once every couple of months@@Nj-mt6bz

[@JorgeGomez-hx5uu]

Joes on a higher level of existence then we could ever experience. His calmness is beyond comprehension

[@liamejohnson]

This was the first interview I've seen where Joe isn't doing a bit and I am so grateful for it. Really amazing to hear about his creative process. Thanks!

[@crashlanderman2239]

The collab I didn't know I needed

[@SinclairPoppins]

Mr. Pera in an uncharacteristically high energy mood

[@rudeboyspodcast]

You can really tell how happy he is to get to do what he loves. Good for him!

[@bananaguy123456789]

I also feel like he’s more of his “real” self in this interview than in a lot of his content where he hams up the slow contented wholesomeness.

[@FlarkusChunswen]

​@@bananaguy123456789this isnt some kind of epiphany to you is it? That the guy onstage isn't the real guy?

[@Dumb21]

@@FlarkusChunswenyeh but he’s probably done the character so much it’s almost become part of him I have stupid characters I do often that feel natural now

[@WeekendUpdate7]

Been meaning to watch Joe's special. Going out to check it out tonight!

[@TheAndrewj96]

You’ll love it. It’s hilarious and the ending made me cry.

[@StevieDamnit]

Hey there, Joenthony Perantano here.

[@chinman5708]

bro I love joe pera so god dam frickin much bro it's insane. hes so wholesome and adorable and kind i wanna hug the homie so bad. I watched his show "Joe Pera Talks With You" and it's one of my favourite shows, not for some convoluted plot or star stunning cast but, for how wholesome and good the show makes me feel. I really wish for the show to come back. I NEEED MOREE!!

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love Mr pera

[@c11p]

THIS is top-tier Melon. Brilliant interview.

[@vsf_dave811]

Loving the exposure for Joe Pera. Few things would make me happier than Joe Pera Talk with You getting picked back up to make more seasons

[@LaBooF42]

Just finished Slow and Steady - and oh boy. It’s one of the best I’ve seen in such a long time.

[@courtcat339]

I would love a muppets version of this.

[@nahometesfay1112]

Both of them would make GREAT muppets

[@genequist3859]

Love Joe Pera so much. His comedy used to be very punk rock and avant garde. Now it's refined into a sort of tongue in cheek wholesomeness that I think he does even better.

[@gokugotengohannaruto]

Have you got any examples of his old material?

[@Michael-cv5wk]

I doubt Joe will read this but I've always wondered if the Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami has ever been an influence on his work. The Koker Trilogy for example has a really similar blend of humor, spirituality, innocence, and humanity. Would definitely recommend to any fans of Talks With You.

[@johanneslebrecht3097]

2:58 Joe’s response is so freaking cute. Love that he cracks Anthony up.

[@caahj]

THE MOST UNEXPECTED COLLAB EVER

[@faultystep]

The episode of Joe Pera Talks With You where he hears The Who for the first time is my favorite thing on tv from the last ten years

[@southbeachtalent]

From Tim Heidecker, to Townsend's, now to the internets busiest music nerd, Joe Pera is making the rounds of my favorite KZbin personalities. Must be the reason he's my favorite comedian

[@carpeimodiem]

Joe Pera is a genius. Thanks for doing this!

[@pondy1]

perfectly timed with my recent joe pera obsession, thank you so much

[@GuitarExplicit]

Joe seems like one of the most humble and genuine people in his field. Really strikes me as being a very kind person - like the kind you find in life that will turn your worst day into a total win

[@greatheightsu]

Joe Pera is a treasure.

[@jacoballison316]

HOLY SHIT THIS IS THE CROSSOVER OF A CENTURY

[@W00DSMAN]

Still mad at adult swim for cancelling the show, it was an absolute joy to find it back in 2018 and theres been nothing else quite like it since.

[@mrscardycreeper8972]

Holy smokes, I wouldn't expect Fantano of all people to be talking with Joe checking Pera!

[@indiemind14]

Like, so, Fantano and Joe Pera are totally the same kind of chill dudes. I totally admire, respect, and appreciate both of them so much. I'll forever remember how Joe Pera Talks With You was, like, this almost, like, therapeutic experience during one of the darkest, gloomiest depressive periods of my life. When I make it over to the USA, I'd totally love to check out that Michigan area where the show takes place, for sure.

[@Robyamdam]

The interview we didn't know we wanted and definitely needed.

[@raven_g6667]

I cannot explain to you how comforting Joe Pera made me during a time when I was going through a lot.

[@rickenbacker40011]

Yeah, love this conversation, I love him so much

[@jgp6574]

its like when you introduce bros from two different friend groups, and everything goes great

[@youthgonewild]

3 minutes in and I'm already drifting off. Thank you, Joe ❤

[@NoUploadJustComment]

DUUUUUDE This is the best interview guest you've had yet.

[@matteomoceri4895]

literally just found joe from the special. great timing!

[@TheEchonomic]

Saw Joe Pera live with my brother a day after a bad breakup. He made it an amazing night. Love him

[@mariacrochet8379]

I just discovered Joe Pera and absolutely love listening to him speak. His soothing voice and style of humor has me hooked. Love him!

[@x83b6an0s9cm]

Thank you for having Joe Pera on - i like him - great conversation and interview.

[@Gamertrip4life]

Joe Pera knows exactly where to show up to get me watching. Everywhere I look, everything I care about, Joe Pera is there and calming me down.

[@karolkuziak]

I DID NOT EXPECT THAT CROSSOVER! So happy to see Joe getting more recognition!

[@alexmichael5190]

What a thoughtful interview. Thanks to both of you! 🧊

[@Aphexrain38]

Joe reminds me of back in the day when i would drop Owsley level strength LSD on sugar cubes for some wholesome fun adventures. Everything just felt so right knowing that i had 'cubes for my boys' 😁

[@YoshsWorld]

there are so many types of humor out there and typically the types that make me really really laugh hard are the ones that leave *Most* people scratching their head. Like one time this kid was talking and he he was saying somehting about M&Ms and he said "N&Ms" and I had to leave the room because I was laughing tears down my face. Jack Handey is my all time favorite and Joe is right up there ,

[@ykwhat2do]

No fucking way this is so awesome, haven't started it yet but I hope they talk about Teenage Wasteland

[@davidjlosi]

Great interview. I really hope the show can continue, someday.

[@Tocinos]

It's great that Melon interviewed himself with hair.

[@ATSinclair11]

Feels more like West Coast cousin interviews a small-town Midwest cousin

[@LazedMusic]

It's assuring to know that people who I know from Marquette, MI absolutely adore his show.

[@pelicanpelican2055]

listening to the joe pera talks with you soundtrack is the only way i’ve been getting through exams. love this man.

[@cacacalr]

I love Joe Pera nice to see him in this channel

[@carson5804]

For those who haven't seen it, he narrated a visualizer for the latest Parquet Courts album. It's actually how I first heard of him!

[@plasmaWisp]

Joe Pera's my favorite comedian/media figure/TV show to come along in the last handful of years. He's a special one. Thanks for doing this interview.

[@kassmccullough9017]

He is literally like Bob Ross and Mr. Rogers…he’s an amazing human being and I wish him nothing but happiness. Joe Pera and his show on Adult Swim helps me so much during bad times/when I am losing hope.

[@cameronlamb1869]

This was a cool break from the music reviewing. I like seeing this expansion of your range senor melon

[@austinsteed1581]

Joe Pera saved me in my darkest days. Thanks for doing this Tony

[@MoonMunchr]

Joes podcast has relaxed and helped me sleep for 3 months specifically the soup episode, it really helps if your struggling. Trust me.

[@ZeeDDD65]

every time Joe Pera speaks I surge with protective instincts like I've never felt before

[@Blanco_Brad]

One of your Top 5 interviews.

[@rlynch1980]

This crossover made my day. Joe’s show gave me an incredible amount of hope during a dark time in my life. I just watched his special and am grateful he’s getting the Internet buzz he deserves. Fantano is doing his community service for us all. 🙏🏼

[@ImpendingRiot83]

11:22 Conner did it, he really restarted the Irish Mob

[@lynnpehrson8826]

Joe Pera is so good, especially since so many artist and creators right are trying to be as edgy and negative as they can.

[@evanevans5428]

Cubes for my boys🧊Ive watched his new special twice already❤ I liked how they kept cutting back to the old security guard enjoying the show ❤

[@knudtson00000]

Joe is one of the funniest alt comics ever. He just makes it work at levels that only those who know, know…

[@ThePassiveEye]

I caught his show in Amsterdam and he had to do a long prelude to the squirrel bit explaining what a pita chip was to Europeans. He also got excitedly sidetracked when somebody told him there were no squirrels in Amsterdam, it started a long debate between the crowd and I’m still not sure if it’s true or not. Thanks for this interview! Joe Pera was a huge inspiration for me starting my own sleep music channel.

[@bronsoncastro]

It’s truly a shame his show was cancelled. I watch a lot of “cutting edge” tv in all genres, so I don’t say it lightly when I say his show on adult swim was brilliantly crafted and most well rounded body of work in the modern comedy genre. Love it so much; so sad it’s gone 😢

[@nickbarreira7030]

great to see a convo between the two genres of weird music nerds i met in college ! wouldn't be who i am today without you two smoking cigarettes with me outside of a local venue !

[@ryanguzman4480]

😂😂

[@patrickmccutcheon8860]

I was the Joe Pera guy smoking Marlboros.

[@brycejackson1320]

Did not expect this, but I freaking love it!

[@steinthor]

Gald Dam. You two have a unique blend of approaches to life perspectives, and truly brought out some of the best of each other. Aesop Rock is my favorite, and I enjoyed this conversation more than your breakdowns of Aes. This is a spectacle to behold.

[@OmnomnomPancake]

So much fucking Pera all over the internet, all my favourite buds just vibing with he king of calm and serenity. This man just plants kindness and harvests love. Such a joy, thanks lads!

[@JillKnapp]

Joe Jack Talcum from The Dead Milkmen turned me on to Joe Pera's show during the darker covid days. I savored every episode and I purposely never watched the final two episodes because I never wanted the show to end. I wanted to know that if I ever had an extra-shitty day I could have a new-to-me episode. Joe's the best.

[@bigmistqke]

joe pera is a poet

[@PogieJoe]

This is a geniunely wonderful meeting of the minds. And Anthony has become such a terrific interviewer with time

[@cameronlamb1869]

Great to see the return of Conner O'Malley's Irish Mob

[@oxxn111]

i thought i'd never see the day. the perfect collab

[@DougMold]

Joe Pera best of the era

[@miserablessed86]

My life would be complete if I saw Joe Pera and Lightning Bolt at the same space and time. Seeing each separately over the years has been transformative enough.

[@ryanfeeney3075]

Joe Pera taking the DJ Drama role on a Westside Gunn record would be revitalize the Buffalo economy.

[@Captain0conrad]

Finally! I get to see Joe break character.

[@tmtmtg]

HOLY FUCK THIS IS SO AMAZING IVE BEEN WATCHING JOE PERA FOR YEARS NOW IM SO EXCITED IM SUCH A BIG FAN OF COURSE I MISSED THIS LIVE AHHH UGH THIS IS AMAZING THO

[@jurdski]

Joe Peras show is the best thing to put on before bed, dude is so calm and relaxing it just puts you in a zen state.

[@atomic-omelet]

This was a great interview. Awesome to gain insight about so many things, especially the influence of David Byrne. Would've loved to hear how Joe ended up narrating the Parquet Courts video album but you're forgiven.

[@mattj5772]

Every time I've heard Joe Pera, I've always wondered if the voice is just a character. Unless Joe is an absolute maniac at staying in character, then it would seem that everything is uniequely 'him.' Maybe just turned up a little. I really love Joe's work, and I loved the special.

[@protogon]

I feel like this interview finally confirmed to me that Joe isn't just playing a character 24/7, he just seems way too genuine here for that to be the case

[@madimi156]

Joe Pera is actually an Angel.

[@Michael-cv5wk]

The Freezer Aisle from the soundtrack is a genius piece of music.