Welcome back to Comedy Saved Me! I’m your host Lynn Hoffman, and today we’re revisiting one of our most memorable conversations - my sit-down with the incomparable Rich Vos.

Rich Vos is a comedy institution. With over four decades in the business, he’s gone from the gritty streets of New Jersey to becoming one of the most respected names in stand-up comedy. You know him from his countless appearances on the Opie & Anthony Show, his work as a Comedy Central Roast Battle veteran, and his scene-stealing role in the acclaimed series “Crashing.”

But what you’re about to hear goes deeper than the punchlines. This is Rich at his most honest - talking about the struggles that shaped him, the addiction he overcame, and how comedy literally saved his life. From his early days battling personal demons to finding his voice on stage, Rich’s story is raw, real, and ultimately redemptive. Rich Vos has mastered the art of comedic advice.

Whether you caught this episode the first time around or you’re discovering it for the first time, Rich’s journey is one that resonates now more than ever. Because this isn’t just about making people laugh - it’s about how laughter can pull us back from the edge.

So settle in for this special replay as Rich Vos shares how comedy saved him and how humor and improv matter more than ever.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Comedy Saved Me! I&rsquo;m your host Lynn Hoffman, and today we&rsquo;re revisiting one of our most memorable conversations - my sit-down with the incomparable Rich Vos.
Rich Vos is a comedy institution. With over four decades in the business, he&rsquo;s gone from the gritty streets of New Jersey to becoming one of the most respected names in stand-up comedy. You know him from his countless appearances on the Opie &amp; Anthony Show, his work as a Comedy Central Roast Battle veteran, and his scene-stealing role in the acclaimed series &ldquo;Crashing.&rdquo;
But what you&rsquo;re about to hear goes deeper than the punchlines. This is Rich at his most honest - talking about the struggles that shaped him, the addiction he overcame, and how comedy literally saved his life. From his early days battling personal demons to finding his voice on stage, Rich&rsquo;s story is raw, real, and ultimately redemptive. Rich Vos has mastered the art of comedic advice.
Whether you caught this episode the first time around or you&rsquo;re discovering it for the first time, Rich&rsquo;s journey is one that resonates now more than ever. Because this isn&rsquo;t just about making people laugh - it&rsquo;s about how laughter can pull us back from the edge.
So settle in for this special replay as Rich Vos shares how comedy saved him and how humor and improv matter more than ever.
See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

From the creators of the hit shows Takin’ A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.

 

Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.

 

New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

From the creators of the hit shows Takin&rsquo; A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.
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Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.
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New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

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"Rich Vos : How Stand-Up Comedy Saved My Life | Comedy Saved Me Replay with Lynn Hoffman"

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