The reason I do what I do is because I was influenced by Steve Martin, by Woody Allen, by Bob Newhart, by Carol Burnett, by Lucille Ball.

The only thing I really recommend, if you're starting out in stand-up is to not try to copy anybody else. You can be influenced by people. I was influenced by Steve Martin and Bob Newhart and Woody Allen, but I never tried to be someone else. I always tried to be myself. And the reason people are successful is they're unique.

I was obsessed with Carol Burnett and then Tracey Ullman. Like, obsessed with their shows.

Woody Allen is a great dramatist and a great comedian.

Who are you, Woody Allen?

I loved the late Gilda Radner. I love Carol Burnett and Lily Tomlin.