What does it take to break through as a comedian and then pivot into a provocative voice in media and politics? Pete Dominick, stand-up comedian, SiriusXM veteran, and host of the podcast Stand Up, joins No Wrong Choices to share his inspiring career journey.
Pete opens up about:
- How he broke into New York's competitive comedy scene and thrived as a club emcee.
- Landing high-profile gigs like warming up audiences for The Daily Show and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
- Why 9/11 and fatherhood shifted his focus from comedy to creating thoughtful conversations in political media—leading to appearances on shows like Real Time with Bill Maher.
- Building resilience after losing his dream job at SiriusXM and reinventing himself as an independent creator.
From backstage stories to life lessons on persistence, adaptability, and finding purpose, Pete’s journey offers valuable insights for anyone navigating their career.
Key Highlights:
- Turning early challenges into opportunities in comedy.
- The grit required to succeed as a performer in NYC.
- Pivoting from comedy to thought-provoking, impactful conversations in media.
- How setbacks can lead to unexpected growth and community-building.
This episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and actionable takeaways to inspire your own career journey.
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