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I think having an outsider's viewpoint is interesting and good, especially for a comedian.

Being a comedy writer gives you permission to be an outsider and poke fun at what people think about other people.

As much experience, education and awareness as one can attain is important for a comedian.

The average comedian is kind of an observer looking at everyday things that everyone could relate to and then trying to find the exaggeration in those things.

As a comedian, you're kind of like a blues musician; you have to live a little bit.

Comedians tend to find a comfort zone and stay there and do lamer versions of themselves for the rest of their career.

Great Canadian comics are often outsiders and insiders at the same time. That's a great perspective for a comedian.

There are comedians who focus on everything that is external. They focus on politics and the news, what's going on in that city and that night.

I was stuck in the benefits of being a known comedian.

I'm not a comedian, I'm not a stand-up and I don't come from a comedy background. I am an actor, but I've had a very fortunate foray into comedy, and it seems to have become a bit of a strength, and you can't complain when you become known for something.