Book Review: Born Standing Up by Steve Martin - a podcast by ApocD

This book, the first of Martin's books that I've read, covers his time as a stand-up comedian. The writing is clear and the story engaging.

My favorite part was when he covered his time as a writer for The Smothers Brothers' TV show. I had no idea that the Smothers Brothers were so controversial. (I also had no idea that their anti-war stance is believed by some to have caused the Nixon administration to pressure the network to cancel the show.)

When Martin described his comedy routines, I was surprised by how many I knew. I must have seen them on SNL.

This book is recommended, although it's guaranteed to be a fast read. (I finished it in three days, which is really fast for a slow reader like me.) So, make sure you have your next book ready.

Now, when I die, don't think I'm a nut...

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