Jerry Seinfeld: Larry David, stoicism and filming 'Unfrosted' | Full Interview
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มิ.ย. 2024
- Graham and team travel to New York to spend time with Jerry Seinfeld. The comedy icon recalls the secret of Seinfeld's success and his crucial decision early in the sitcom's history. Seinfeld also opens up about his struggles after the sitcom wrapped up and searching for direction on what to do next. The stand-up star discusses his early days of finding his purpose on stage and an impactful conversation with the legendary comedian Jackie Mason. Seinfeld also shares his family's impact on his life and the significance of exercise and meditation. Finally, Seinfeld reveals the phone calls that led to an all-star cast of his new film, Unfrosted.
0:00 Early Comedic Days
1:05 Judging Other Comedians
3:30 Getting Big Break
4:20 Impactful Conversation With Jackie Mason
6:00 First Show At Catch A Rising Star
8:16 Fear Of Going On The Tonight Show With Johnny Carson
9:12 Growing Up/Relationship With His Parents
14:50 Mind Working Faster Under Pressure
15:50 Perfecting His Bits
23:52 Relationship with George Shapiro
26:30 Starting Seinfeld
29:38 Importance of Timing
31:20 Taking Time Off/COVID Impact
32:40 Impact of Exercise Over The Years
34:23 Significance of Meditation
39:00 Obama in Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
40:30 Mental Health/Mood Dips
43:10 Family/Marriage
48:18 Visiting Israel
50:30 Unfrosted Film
54:30 Turning 70/What’s Next
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The best thing about unfronsted is all these new Seinfeld interviews. Always equal parts creative process and philosophy. So much to learn from him.
Exactly
@@thebrokerofbrokerstv68doesn’t say much about the quality of the film then! 😂
I was thinking the same thing. He's talking to every body.🎤
lol there is nothing to learn here
Man, I love how candid and direct Seinfeld talked in this interview. No pretense at all. I'm happy i saw this interview.
I sense sarcasm in this comment. I think Seinfeld does not give good interviews, he could as well made it all up.
And he’s always good natured.
@@boredstrayingtheinternet2557 I don't know. I loved the interview!
I like the few celebrities that never lose appreciation for their position in life. They don’t take their talent for granted.
IDK but you seem gullible and just licking all over his body like a housefly. Jerry would take you out as soon as he was aware of you. 🪰
so many nights I have relied on old Seinfeld episodes to reset my bad day. his humor is very unique.
When I want to laugh it's one of the big shows I put on. It's up there with the likes of I love Lucy, Beverly Hillbillies, Sanford and Son, The original Night Court, Everybody Loves Raymond, Jefferson's. when I laugh I put on one of those.
There was a time in my life i was so lost and depressed. Seinfeld got me through those tough times.
Definitely my stress relief too. My hubby puts it on for me if I've had a trying day.
Dull you mean? Yes, I agree. The show was the other characters. Mr. Stiller, Kramer, George + that angry medium aged woman and the guest stars... But yes, I found it amusing too back in the day. Jerry was already then a bit annoying with his constant bickering about the smallest things.
Seinfeld is hands down my favorite sitcom of all time! It never gets old!
It still makes me laugh the 3rd or 5th time!😆 I always said there’s a Seinfeld episode for nearly every situation in life! I love learning something new behind the scenes, like Jerry Stiller not being the first Mr. Costanza. And how he decided to play it differently than the more subdued character Larry and Jerry had written. When they heard the audience laughter they went with it. It was brilliant. I recently read the number of Kramer’s funny entrances. It was over 100. He got too many laughs and threw off the timing of the show.
But the finale was horrible.
There's never been such a popular tv-show with a bad actor as Jerry. His stand-up material was never THAT funny and look how he failed at his own project coffee & cars. Seinfeld was Larry's jokes + hired writers to do the good stuff. Larry IS funny and have proved it with curb. Seinfeld has aged into an old tired: "there were good people on our side, send the others to the ☢camps" kinda guy.
I watched Unfrosted last night. I had read that “either you love it or hate it”. I LOVED it. Fell off my chair laughing a few times, which *never* happens. I think it is brilliant.
I especially loved seeing Seinfeld style comedy with no commercials and no laugh track.
Melissa McCarthy is gold. So is Hugh Grant as a Shakespearean actor playing the role of Tony Tiger “Grreeaat!” And so many other wonderful recognizable comics and actors.
Some of the humor is baby boomer stuff, perhaps, such as the imitation of Walter Cronkite.
I loved it too, also fell outta my chair. It’s all about the jokes with Seinfeld and the jokes were a riot. “Excuse me, I was serious about the 1940s question...” “Can ve jast move onn?”
When I heard Hugh Grant would be Tony Tiger I just don’t see him in that role. I have a decades long image of Tony and he sure doesn’t have a British accent! I’m going to watch it this week. Glad to hear it was so funny after reading mixed reviews.
Ok, now I’ll prob sign up for Netflix for a month to see it. He’s my generation. Am liking a deeper look into his mind. He was my impetus decades ago to learn TM and I never regretted it eve tho I practice less regularly now. Still, it was a great technique to learn from a certified teacher.
Jerry Seinfeld is a national treasure. 🇮🇱 🇺🇸
How can anyone not like him?
A🕊️ wonderful man
INDEED!!! !! !!
I don’t think I’ve ever lined up and agreed more with anyone speaking publicly in my entire life.
Perfectly said. ✔✔✔ ...or is it: Said perfectly. ✔
Jerry explains comedy better than anyone else today. Genetics - absolutely.
Agree. He is a great comedian. A great writer. A great story teller. Is there anything he can't do?😮
Yes absolutely!!
I watched this guy for years growing up, but I never recall an interview with him. Longest I've seen him get interviewed was on a late night show. Thanks Graham!
I've been religiously watching Seinfeld since I first saw it in the 90s. I just can't stop!
Me too, I was drawn to it from the first time I saw it in 1990.
The genetic component to a persons humor profile is a super good point Jerry makes. Love how he credits his pops to being a true key to his delivery and wit.
Can't believe Graham does not believe that. He thinks comedy is just something you learn. I mean, you can and should learn how to write/produce humor, but if you lack the genetic component, you're going to be a Bania of sorts.
There is something about Jerry that is so endearing to me…I really like him as a person ….plus he is sooo funny
Well, of course, because he cannot not be funny.
YES!!!! Hour long interview with the GOAT?! 🐐
Finally Graham is releasing long format. Been asking for these forever
Seinfield is so raw, no filter.....he doesnt try to be nice he's just real.
He’s totally vanilla with no actual social relevance whatsoever.
EXACTLY!
Might be the best interview ive seen with Jerry yet. Especially since Unfrosted.
Glad you're releasing the full interview. The previously released excerpts are so good! Revealing and Insightful!!
GOLD! Transcendental Meditation + Lift Weights + Espresso ❤
This is me too.
😅🎉
Forget about Jerry's enormous talent... I LOVE him as a human being! GREAT interview!!!!!
It's hard to believe that Jerry is 70. I guess that's just me refusing to accept that I'm getting older.
No he looks amazing, he easily could pull of being a 50 year old
exceptional interview exchange; best of Jerry Seinfeld. Congrats.
yeah...let's call it like it is...Graham NAILED this interview. He was fanstasic. Jerry was interested. That means you're doing well. Jerry doesn't like crappy work. He only likes EXCELLENCE. Graham met the challange and Jerry pluged into his soul. It was really beautiful.
Those stories about just those two people from his past that pushed him to pursue comedy. I still remember a friend from high school telling me he admired my ability to go after what I want, which is driving me till this day about 8 years later.
We've watched the series Seinfeld countless times from beginning to end. It never gets old. The episode about the angry Mohel was pure genius. I could watch it every day and would still laugh to the point of tears.
I coulda been a kosher butcher like my brother.
i ran into jerry in nyc and as a ny're the unwritten rule is to treat them like any other person you see in nyc, ignore them :) but i got to stand next to him and his wife and overheard him speaking to her a few minutes. He is an authentic person - he talked about the things you would expect to hear from him and in true seinfeld style made fun of and drove a stake into the absurd with good old logic. One of the coolest celebs i ever "met".
nice you could keep it in yr pants now there might be a comic in you " Stealing from overhearing the Guy"
@@misterghee1 lol. well i grew up in nyc see celebs all the time. some i know pretty well. the way to meet them is simple - talk to them just like u would anyone else and they will engage. they feel weird when people gush all over them. rupual used to be the bouncer in a lot of nyc clubs, what a bitch, but she like me. i thnk it's because we are both 6'3". mila kunis - used to hang with her at raves A LOT... i could go on but to me they are just like my other non-famous friends. that said, it was hard not to gush over jerry, he is one of my fav's of all time
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Comedy!
Hi Kevin Hart!
I'm not normal.
That part about his parents being orphans was really fascinating! It makes you wonder about their upbringing and how it might have shaped Jerry's sense of humor. It would be incredible to see him team up with someone like Henry Louis Gates Jr. on "Finding Your Roots" to explore his family history further. There could be some amazing stories hidden there!
The fact that he can say "Exercise is so unfunny. I can't talk about it." with a little smirk on his face... and leave me in stitches just by saying that... really shows what a comedic genius this guy is.
I started "Unfrosted" yesterday and so far I think it's hysterical! It's great to see these awesome interviews with Jerry. There's no question that he's one of the best comedians ever!
When Jerry talks about his first times on stage 😳. So exciting.
Almost worth a billion dollars, I’d say you’re pretty talented Jerry. Love you man
Graham, over the years (I haven't tuned in to you in a couple at least) you clearly have blossomed into a thoughtful, intellectually stimulating interview. I'm a big Jerry Seinfeld fan and I study body language. I can easily discern when he's interested in an interview or he's not. I can also tell when he has respect and fondness for the interviewer. Doesn't happen often that way for him. BUT, it certanly did with this interview. A+ my friend. EXCELLENT interview. Jerry likes you. Jerry enjoyed talking to you. Within the first few seconds of the interview Jerry CHOSE to connect with you. That had to feel awesome. It sure projected as awesome. Anyway, I could say more but I'm certain you get it. Just great work, Graham. Thank you for doing your job well. People notice that stuff. You're into this and you're engaged and commited to never ending improvement. YOU ARE ALIVE AND KICKIN' Take care. )
Great interview. Thank you, Graham Bensinger. Jerry doesn't sit down with just anyone; he has to like you. And if Jerry likes you, that means you must be a good person which of course you are.Thank you both for this intelligent, benevolent, calm and interesting conversation.🙏🙏
Jerry is a good man. A success far beyond his wealth. ❤ A moving interview.
I truly loved this interview. I will watch again. I am not a comedian nor am I particularly into comedy, but Seinfeld is a master of his craft, and the concepts he expresses here apply universally.
I like this interview much better than the sitcoms because I don't often like watching much fiction. This interview contains a substantial amount of reality, yet with a healthy splash of Seinfeld's brilliant comedic thinking. Jerry's self-improvement advice is top notch.
Thank you Jerry! You have given us SO much over the years!b
Such an incredible interview! Jerry is such an intelligent, interesting, focused individual. ❤️
❤ I love you Jerry 😊! Your interview was great. From humble beginnings… thank you.
Always fantastic to hear Jerry share. Thanks for conducting a great interview!
great interview. Thanks graham
The clips of this were so good
Thank you! Fantastic interview. I love Jerry Seinfeld. And Larry David. Genius. Real.
This was propersteriously insightful.
Worth MULTIPLE viewings.
Thank you
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Great interview!
Masterclass in comedy. I wish many comedians I've seen at the Improv would give this a listen. Write and don't acknowledge the bombing, it's your fault, not ours.
Terrific interview 🎉🎉
Great a full hours interview not looking for cheap laughs thats why he's still at the top. Thanks from England.
Before this morning I was not aware of Graham Bensinger. I am now a subscriber. What a great interview with Seinfeld. I cant wait to see more of Bensinger.
I was an NCAA Pole Vaulter and Decathlete…I haven’t been to a gym in 20 years…could start tomorrow & would be so damn sore! But no problem returning to it.
One of the better interviews I've seen
His view of aging is my favorite view I have ever heard
Very interesting iterview! Thank you.
Thank you.
Great interview! A pinch of two worlds colliding gave it substance.
Such a great interview
Learning so much from Jerry! Thank you.
7:10 Jerry paints a clear picture of the fright a comedian feels walking onto a silent stage. It's something we all have thought of and suspected but watching and listening to Jerry express it, does wonders to drive the point home. I'd have a heart attack if it were me, for sure. Kudos to all comedians who got up on stage and did it, first of all, and then went back again and again. There ought to be an award for the very act of doing your act. But it's like Jerry has been saying on this latest circuit promoting his movie Unfrosted, where he has learned the philosophy of working on the craft as what counts, and not whether or not people validate you. Still though, that doesn't diminish the reality of the fear newbie comedians must experience going up under the spotlight. After all, no one wants to be hated, disgraced, or humiliated either. Bravo on an exquisite career, and hats off to all in your footsteps. It's a damn hard job.
Such a great interview. Jerry is such an amazing guy and talent!
I just love this guy so much, thanx Jerry, You're Great!!!!
Great interview❤❤
Great interview! Love him even more! Meditation, lift weights, espresso - YES!
Jerry! This is your nature and pretty much you have been describing the nature of a Taurus. You are describing exactly how I feel ~ it is so fabulous to know I’m not alone!
I can relate to Jerry in many ways. I have practiced meditation since 1988, so I get what he’s talking about. His ability to capture the essence of things is displayed here concerning the benefits of meditation, but there is of course so much more to be discovered by consistently practicing meditation. But his emphasis on energy is the salient point in this venue. There is a lot more to unpack from this interview, but this is not the time or place to do so. All I’ll say is the interaction with creativity is an uplifting endeavor and to share it with others is as rewarding a life as there can be. Still enjoy hearing George yelling: JERRY!!!
Really enlightening !
Saw you live at Atlantis Bahamas around 8 years ago. I just want to say I appreciated being able to be there . Enjoyed the show tremendously. Thanks
I loved this interview. Graham obviously did his research.
everyone always talks about "meditation" but nobody ever explains what it is 😂
Great insight into what it's like on stage, what precise science stand up comedy material is, it's fascinating. Love Jerry Seinfeld
What a wonderful background for an interview. A million dollar set and a nice discussion.
Love his wisdom.
Nice interview. The take away Jerry will never retire, he will always be challenging himself by working towards something funny.
I love that Hugh Grant and Jerry are kinda friends.
That's gold Jerry, gold!
I knew about Marcus Aurelious's meditations, but I will definitely check it out now. That and daily meditation, he got me sold on it.
Great interviewer who actually got research done
You still make me laugh, Jerry! I’ve seen you in concert and I’m almost on the floor laughing! But you make me laugh doing these interviews also. The more I see, the more I want to see. You’re SO FUNNY!!
This is comedy gold
Live and Let Live!! ❤️
I love jerry. He tells it as it is honestly
Love seeing this personal side of Jerry Seinfeld!!!
Great interview
Really. He is terrible. Very robotic.
Awesome.
Amazing! What a brilliant person…
I am looking forward to seeing his movie, Unfrosted. It seems like a lot of fun.
Seal Team 6 😂 I love Jerry's humor!
Jerry is such an intelligent comedian. I love his honesty.
Wow, I just like this guy more and more and more
Jerry is the man
I hope Jerry makes more movies.
We need him.🙂
Thats gold Jerry, gold! We are all perishable like Marcus Aurelius states, but Seinfeld series was gold imperishable. Like the Honeymooners in its time. I loved the finale too.
What a great bloke
Jerry always has the best sneakers.
I love Jerry. One of the last great sitcoms.
Jerry on being in Israel, being under a missile attacks and finally getting the answer to his lifelong question” What is war like?”…interviewer, “Unfrosted”.
I became a Seinfeld fan in high school and every year I like him more. His brand of comedy has aged well.
Israel and the Jewish people will never forget your support when so many are too cowardly to stand with us in our time of need. We love you, Jerry!
I don’t stand with you. I’m not jooish. Does that make me a coward?
Jerry is an amazing person
I’m in that part of my life, where Jerry just finished the sitcom lol
seinfeld could never be made today. to many hurt feelings. such good memories