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Every book Felipe Esparza recommended on podcasts
Felipe Esparza’s most recommended books
- Ask the Dust by John Fante
- Fun by Unknown
- How to Write Funny by John Kachuba
- Arturo Bandini by John Fante
- Brotherhood Of The Grape by John Fante
- Comedy Writing Step by Step by Gene Perret
Felipe Esparza appears on episodes of The Joe Rogan Experience, where he discusses his background, his early days in stand-up comedy, and literary influences rooted in Los Angeles. During his podcast appearances, Esparza recommends specific instructional guides that helped him learn his craft, including John Kachuba's How to Write Funny and Gene Perret's Comedy Writing Step by Step, praising them as essential reads for anyone starting out in comedy. Beyond writing guides, Esparza frequently discusses the works of John Fante, highlighting titles such as Ask the Dust and The Adventures of Arturo Bandini. He talks about Fante's vivid descriptions of 1930s Los Angeles and notes how these books served as a major creative inspiration for other writers, such as Charles Bukowski, while reflecting on the gritty urban settings and character journeys that shaped his own appreciation for storytelling.
Books recommended by Felipe Esparza
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Ask the Dust
John Fante's celebrated novel captures the grit, struggles, and desperation of a young, aspiring writer navigating the harsh realities of Depression-era Los Angeles.
Discussed“he wrote a he wrote a book called ask the dust and um The Adventures of vuro Bandini”
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Fun
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel is a celebrated graphic memoir exploring family dynamics, sexuality, and the complex relationship between a daughter and her closeted father.
Recommended“another book called um how to write funny be funny and make money being funny and that was a real great book bro”
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How to Write Funny
How to Write Funny by John Kachuba is a practical guide designed to help aspiring humorists craft comedic material and navigate the business of entertainment.
Recommended“another book called um how to write funny be funny and make money being funny and that was a real great book bro”
Where to get it
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Arturo Bandini
Discussed“he wrote a book called ask the dust and um The Adventures of vuro Bandini”
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Brotherhood Of The Grape
Brotherhood Of The Grape by John Fante is a novel that explores immigrant experiences, family dynamics, and the Italian-American background centered around Roseville.
Discussed“he wrote a he wrote a book called ask the dust and um The Adventures of vuro Bandini”
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Comedy Writing Step by Step
Discussed“and she got me this book called comedy writing step by step by G Perret”
Where to get it
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| #2276 - Felipe Esparza | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2025-02-21 | 6 |
| #1150 - Felipe Esparza | The Joe Rogan Experience | 2018-07-31 | 1 |
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“so I went to a library to learn about writing Jean paret comedy writing step by step”