What If Jesus Saw You Doing That? | John Crist

Granger Smith Podcast Episode 283

Welcome back to the podcast!
This week John Crist talks with Granger about his journey into comedy. He recalls realizing he was funny during college while working in journalism, where his improvisation skills stood out. Encouraged to try stand-up, he pursued comedy despite his parents' disapproval. Raised in a strict household, John discovered comedians like Jay Leno, Kings of Comedy, and Katt Williams through sneaky means, as comedy was often seen as rebellious.
They discuss how comedy has evolved from being underground to mainstream, even appearing at political events. John notes that increased demand for comedy may indicate people are struggling more, similar to how alcohol sales rise in tough times. He reflects on how late-night shows once relied on structured bits, whereas modern comedy is more personal and unscripted.
They also touch on shifts in country music, from lighthearted storytelling to deeper, emotional themes. Granger brings up John's past church-planting satire, highlighting humor in cultural observations. Their conversation blends nostalgia, industry changes, and the enduring role of comedy in society.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
10:52 - How church affect the communities around them
15:18 - Jokes aimed at the church came from a place of anger
22:10 - Satirizing Church Culture
24:30 - Faith and Comedy’s Intersection
25:10 – I would look for bad thing being aid about me
26:42 – We as humans aren’t supposed to be worshipped in that way​
45:09 – AD’s
53:57 – Reacting to a line of suggestive sports attire with Christian references
01:12:00 – What do you think Jesus would have said to you if he saw you doing that?
01:17:00 – Do you remember when you became a Christian?

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