Comedian Matt Rife Shares The Best Advice Dave Chappelle Has Given Him

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7 ай бұрын

Comedian and Actor Matt Rife sat down with Forbes Reporter Rosemarie Miller at the Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit in Cleveland to discuss his days of performing standup in Columbus, what it's like having Dave Chappelle as a friend and what he would have done if comedy hadn't worked out.
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@rileymcphee9429 7 ай бұрын

The grandfather who carved into his retirement money to buy tickets to support his grandson's comedy is the man I strive to become.

@Anlonn 7 ай бұрын

i understand what you say, but it's a bad spell (and because it's a spell it may come true). i really hope you wont carve into your retirement money to help a relative. i hope you will have a lot of money and just be kind and help if you are asked for ;)

@rileymcphee9429 7 ай бұрын

@Anlonn I know what you're saying about being taken advantage of, but the grandfather was attending the shows so he saw the fruit of his investment. That's very different from some grandkid asking for money every few weeks for some hair-brained scheme that you later find out is for drugs or gambling.

@Valorince 6 ай бұрын

me too, i hope i can pass whatever i leave behind onto someone who can use it to boost themselves into a position of success.

@whatsupdoc904 5 ай бұрын

@@rileymcphee9429With you on that. One does love all the family members but more inclined to help those that wanna help themselves

@splattykidsart 7 ай бұрын

That lady was flawless. How good do you have to be as an interviewer that everybody notices you. Well done.

@egeemnz1 7 ай бұрын

Right?! She seemed so present in her own craft.

@darren763 7 ай бұрын

Literally came to the comments to see if anyone else noticed too. Apparently so.

@legasy825 7 ай бұрын

She was really great in this. I actually paid attention to her as well as Matt.

@mac9413 7 ай бұрын

This facts. She did her thing Matt R deserves the success he’s been having

@_______3558 7 ай бұрын

I was about to say that

@markozivanovic117 7 ай бұрын

This interviewer knows her job, she's amazing. Go Matt, you're a good soul

@earthtaurus5515 6 күн бұрын

Yup, she is pretty damn good.

@popstarbootycamp4304 7 ай бұрын

Can we acknowledge how great SHE was? She probed deeper and didn’t let it stay surface. Really enjoyed this. 🥳🥳

@metchac 7 ай бұрын

1000%

@doubled3082 7 ай бұрын

I know it doesn't matter but she's quite beautiful!!

@Xero_Wolf 7 ай бұрын

Everyone once in a while youtube throws me an absolute gem. I've never heard of Matt Rife before but I'm for sure going to remember him after this interview. Also how refreshing is it to have a great interviewer like Rosemarie Miller. She's genuinely interested and listening to what he has to say and asking relevant questions. Those are some real folks right here.

@Husani759 7 ай бұрын

He’s hilarious. Definitely worth checking out his standup on YT at the very least.

@skrufy11 7 ай бұрын

Yea he blew up on tik tok, and then threw a world tour and sold it out. Which is pretty hard to do as a comedian.

@laurethcurran7535 7 ай бұрын

I remember him from that "Bring the Funny" show with Chrissy Teigen, Keenan Thompson and Jeff Foxworthy. He was great.

@Tojoj22 6 ай бұрын

He can have a career like a Jim Carry, Robin Williams ect

@stephengraham2553 7 ай бұрын

Matt’s wisdom and maturity is shocking for his age. The sky is the limit for this young man. He could be one of the greats.

@abcqer555 7 ай бұрын

Definitely

@amulet137 5 ай бұрын

That is exactly what I came here to say. He’s got an emotional maturity rarely seen in public on this level. His willingness to be vulnerable is such a valuable trait to model to his fans 🙏❤️🌻

@theworldisimmense 5 ай бұрын

I mean hes 28, not just some 23 year old kid

@barbaracisternas6353 Ай бұрын

Absolutely

@harizhashim8520 7 ай бұрын

Wow this guys isnt just funny but his humility is amazing, its great that he is learning under a great comic like Dave Chapelle. Hope he gets to achieve and keep success in his journey.

@roguekgamer 7 ай бұрын

Bruh his ticket sales disagree XD

@foodtomeslowly1775 7 ай бұрын

@@roguekgamer His ticket sales are due to large hoards of women, who casually watch comedy, enjoying his act because they can yell things like "take off your belt" and bring him cookies. He is talented for sure. No one can take that from him, but his success is largely due to the fact that he is attractive. People who are fans of comedy know there are dozens of comedians who are considered elite and don't get nearly the same attention. There is no other reason why 90% of his audience would consist of women. Men are fans of comedy too so obviously something else is going on here.

@roguekgamer 7 ай бұрын

@@foodtomeslowly1775 I love his comedy and its to notch. Most of the men are little bitc8es these days who get offended and cry in the corner or in comments but it doesnt matter to him cause he dont care XD

@inquiringmind4976 7 ай бұрын

His shows are sold out through 2024.

@foodtomeslowly1775 7 ай бұрын

@@robinandersen7053 Like I said, "He is talented for sure. No one can take that from him" but your boyfriend is playing it cool. Knows you have a crush on Matt and is acting unphased so he doesn't come across as jealous. You get your little girls-night-out and everyone is happy. There are a million comedians that are way better than Matt on a technical level, but you don't care because Matt's jawline speaks for itself. Just make sure you return the favor to your boyfriend. Go take him to see a moderately talented woman with large breast somewhere or something.

@jaredrak6003 7 ай бұрын

What a great interviewer! She was keeping up and so supportive, and asked questions at the perfect time- incredible!

@brandoutmusic 7 ай бұрын

This reporter is amazing, asked the right questions in the right way to get the most genuine and open response from Matt!

@queenprincess4life 7 ай бұрын

Wow an interviewer who actually lets the interviewee speak and finish their sentences. It’s refreshing and I am now a new fan of hers too. ❤❤❤

@GridLockOnTheBeat 6 ай бұрын

“The competitiveness is all ego.” That is such a gem right there

@EvaandJavier 6 ай бұрын

Excellent interview. Matt conducts himself so well in interviews

@yodacoolest 7 ай бұрын

Kudos to interviewer, Rosemarie Miller on a wonderful job! Matt is so articulate and honest and she did an awesome job asking great questions to make the most of his honesty and candor.

@richvail7551 7 ай бұрын

They complimented each other very well. So well that each one has been given their share of positive feedback in the comments. They both showed up with wanting this interview to be honest and fun. So I’ll say kudos to both of them for talking like you were 2 besties. There’s ton of gold in this interview.

@brieebird5700 7 ай бұрын

The women who lead this interview was wonderful! Hope to see more with her.

@nannielson7790 7 ай бұрын

"Be okay with silence". There have been many minutes in his stand up where he was speaking sincerely to his audience. You could hear a pin drop it was so dead silent. He was talking about his OG Grandfather, and also anxiety, depression, and mental wellness. He had me on the verge of tears. It was so so great. That means he hooked his audience, and the millions of people who watched and rewatched it online. He is a natural. When he does the crowd work, it's like he's talking with his very good friends. So comfortable. He has confidence, not cockiness. I love everything he's done. He has earned all of the accolades he is getting. His success just exploaded in this past year. I'm rooting for him.

@DoctorMcHerp 7 ай бұрын

I think it was Dave Chappelle who said something along the lines of "silence during a stand-up set means the crowd is paying attention."

@nannielson7790 7 ай бұрын

Yes. I believe it was Dave Chapelle who said that. I think Matt Rife said that at the time. He mentioned that it was one of the most valuable pieces of advice he got from Dave Chapelle. Both of those comedians have achieved that in their shows. They can because they are so good. They leave you hanging on every word. It's incredible.

@skay6454 7 ай бұрын

It takes an amazing interviewer to get the best out of the guest. Amazing job done!

@imranvp 7 ай бұрын

Great interview! He's so generous with the pearls of wisdom he's received from the giants that came before him too - very uncommon amongst young artists these days, where they like to 'protect their energy'. Wish this dude all the success in the world. He deserves it!

@TeamProU 7 ай бұрын

True surprised he shared his gems in a non cliche way

@lissybrowning6452 7 ай бұрын

This is one of the best interviews that I’ve seen with Matt, who was flawless as usual. The lady did an excellent job, asking intelligent and interesting questions, nothing about his looks or who he’s dating or anything about his private life. I saw him on GMA or some talk show a while back, and the first thing the female host said was how cute he was, Christ! We get it the guy is attractive, but he is also a brilliant comedian. How about we concentrate on his body of work not just his physical body.

@Monica-mm2vv 7 ай бұрын

Yes, I’m floored at his intelligence and humility. If I could be a fly on the wall when he converses with Chapelle. I’m sure that would be a box office show. He will probably end up doing more than comedy and acting.

@ifelthope100 7 ай бұрын

I love that he's able to point that power of perception at himself. So few people are self aware

@Starlqqking1994 7 ай бұрын

I love these kind of interviews. We see how mature and Matt's genuine character. He is so much more than a comedian and a pretty boy. He is defying the stereotypes he gets.

@katenoel6843 7 ай бұрын

Matt Rife, I'm at the point in the interview where you admit what many can't. To be humble and understand that competition only exists when ego is taking a hit. So key to success. It's a lesson that goes far beyond the performing arts. It's life in general. I loved this interview.

@scottpaulson1714 7 ай бұрын

What a generous and open interview. Becoming one of my fav comedians

@SaitoLogan 7 ай бұрын

This is what an interview should be. Real, authentic to the core! Like a talk between friends.! Hands dowwn! Also, keeep up the work you are doing with your passion , Matt!! You got thiss mate!!!

@annasanz3331 7 ай бұрын

I'm in love with his brain, and the way he communicates. I wish him success and especially, happiness ❤ EDIT: Congrats to the lady for such an amazing interview.

@tinashejerry8010 7 ай бұрын

"A blessing out of its season is not a blessing" girl 🔥

@_lordphoenix 7 ай бұрын

GOAT... Not cause hes funny but because hes soooo precise and articulate of what is happenind in his head at that time... ... maybe that goes hand in hand with his humor.

@lucasley20 7 ай бұрын

I love that the interviewer allowed him to share his story without any interruptions. Rife is a great new talent and I hope he does listen to those providing him with great advice.

@XM110 7 ай бұрын

Matt, if you have love and respect for the military, PLEASE, join a USO tour. I cannot explain how much joy you could bring to the troops just by giving them an excellent comedy show.

@jworth7203 7 ай бұрын

He would be fantastic doing shows for the military!

@szortowniawordpresscom1388 7 ай бұрын

He's got his head in the right place, I'm sure it's just a matter of time :)

@vessy 7 ай бұрын

He is such a smart man. He deserves all the success and I can't wait to see him next year in Europe.

@CruzR1111 7 ай бұрын

She asked some brilliant questions and he answered so thoughtfully and eloquently. Great to see he is so grateful for his success and able to be so self aware and willing to grow. I think he’s funny AF but to see his dedication and emotional intelligence is inspiring. ❤

@nolorosales 7 ай бұрын

Great interview! Can't believe he was down 14 mons ago. Gives me hope. Just don't give up.

@Fifthelement203 7 ай бұрын

This was like sitting in on a therapy session. I feel like we were literally eavesdropping lol. Great job Matt. Congrats on all your success. Well deserved

@doctordark3527 7 ай бұрын

He’s dropping so many bombs I don’t think you guys realize. The whole interview is straight up industry facts. Wild he’s so open

@Neonb88 7 ай бұрын

Wait so true. I hope the next Matt is watching this right now

@VA-ie4qq 7 ай бұрын

Matt is so humble. What a great guy to emulate and look up to. This guy is going places and I hope he retains this humility as he will undoubtedly progresses to new highs.

@Patrick-jj5nh 7 ай бұрын

Rare combination of perfect interviewer and very generous interviewee.

@MadMarlin1964 7 ай бұрын

What a great interviewer and Matt is so humble and cognizant of what’s important. I tried to get tickets but the show sold out so fast I missed the opportunity.

@HopeNationRadio 7 ай бұрын

What a great interview! So much respect for Matt. I love his energy and honesty.

@ChemiiOneLegacy 7 ай бұрын

This guy is really talented. I've not seen crowd work like his probably ever, his ability to think off the cuff is great. Keep it up Matt.

@popstarbootycamp4304 7 ай бұрын

He put in the HOURS, right? Can you imagine putting in night after night for 10 years and then wham! Popping off like he did. Love his story. 🥰

@taraz6786 7 ай бұрын

Man this interviewer was captivating, she even outshined Matt. Impressive. 👏

@ricplay7890 7 ай бұрын

This interview was oozing in wisdom, self-awareness and empathy from both parties. Kudos.

@user-ne4ys9mj8b 7 ай бұрын

i loved especially the advice about doing at least 5 minute material daily, from which you can get as minimum 1 minute of a good material, that is equal to a new stand up show every year. This example of the discipline can be implemented in many spheres, not only the comedy

@NBTJacklyn 7 ай бұрын

Such an amazing interviewer

@giselleyvette 6 ай бұрын

Matt will be a Master Comedian in no time. His thought process in the craft is intricate and detailed. So proud of him.

@florencegrant-mc7bb 6 ай бұрын

Well said! I agree 100%, and I’m proud of him as well.

@princesseai 6 ай бұрын

My heart is really full after seeing this interview. They both did an amazing job, i can feel true kindness and warmth coming from both of them. Very inspiring!!!!

@ericainwndrlnd 7 ай бұрын

And this is why I’m in love with Matt he deserves all the success and so much more ❤ I can’t wait for the Netflix special to come out!!!! So happy for you Matt!!! ❤

@amyl6426 7 ай бұрын

This lady gave a great interview !

@traviswebb8003 7 ай бұрын

This dude is amazing. I was thinking how can someone so charismatic and good looking get down at all? But he has had many internal struggles that I’ve faced a lot. What a humble guy.

@Kristalaurene 7 ай бұрын

I really like this interviewer and her style. She was good as asking questions and giving him the platform to answer them

@SamStrayWood 6 ай бұрын

Such a good interview, she has amazing energy & allowed Matt to be comfy with being vulnerable & honest, ear candy & full of gems

@stellaferraz1668 7 ай бұрын

What an amazing interviewer! She is a breath of fresh air! So authentic and caring! She really asked those questions with full intention of listening like they have deep meaning for her and the audience. Finally! I forgot what that felt like with all these podcasts…

@ezhome9772 7 ай бұрын

Wow! That’s one of the best interviews I’ve ever listened to. She is so calm and intelligent and her questions/comments so insightful. And Matt is so smart…dare a say wise! I was a bit surprised. Great lessons he shared and his perspective is refreshing in this day and age.

@alexandernyamazana4795 7 ай бұрын

This man is so self aware it’s refreshing, i do try to hold myself accountable for how are feel negatively or what i think negatively, the fact that he did it on camera is brave and impressive.

@muhammadhassanliman9768 7 ай бұрын

This interview speaks to everyone. How you grow and how to handle success and criticisms.

@julylee2502 7 ай бұрын

He seems so genuine and the thought process of his is so relatable! Totally get how dreams come true can be also a little bit of nightmares. 😆 and also talking about jealousy etc. So open person. 🙏 appreciate those experiences!

@StephenBolger 7 ай бұрын

Really great interview. This is how you ask questions to get great answers.

@kimberlydavis571 7 ай бұрын

Wowwww❗️His level of maturity, impeccablle mannerisms, and an obvious, super-high IQ are BLOWIN ME AWAYYYYY❗️❗️❗️

@gabemorris6692 7 ай бұрын

This dude is hilarious and one of the best at improvisation I have ever seen, but every interview leaves me more impressed by his insightful maturity and wisdom.

@angelinek_ 7 ай бұрын

Wow, I love the way the reporter really took the effort to listen carefully, affirm Matt in his statements and ask such striking questions. So impressed and touched by her empathy! Also really love how sincere this entire interview is - it really spoke to me and I'm so glad the algorithm recommended this video to me haha!

@SurelyLord 7 ай бұрын

Ohio loves you Matt. It gave u great roots - even if middle of nowhere, right now there is some kid who has has hope that he/she can create a life for his/her family - just like you did. Listen to Dave and pace yourself - (like a school year - the structure helps.) God bless. ❤ PS - Remember Robin Williams did a lot of performances for the USO -- so you “can” serve the US if you want!

@tramahticgaming719 7 ай бұрын

I love Matt rife and he is incredibly talented and can we take a moment to get this interviewer a raise for how amazing she is at her job? I mean I noticed it and thought wow she is really good at this and went to the comments not expecting anyone else to see it like I did and I was pleasantly surprised that we all did. Give this woman a raise!

@PHaRTnONu 7 ай бұрын

Literally the best interview outside of a 2+ hour pod cast to date Ive seen (that include "talk shows" host) by far! Such good clarifying questions. I have to appreciate a host who can seamlessly dig for more information and keep a flow to the subjects at hand.

@MrKitts100 7 ай бұрын

As a Veteran. Yes Matt it’s exactly that. Discipline and order. But you are extremely talented and funny. Keep going.

@izlotus 7 ай бұрын

Bless up, this is humanity right here. At its finest. ❤

@Ducky_logan 6 ай бұрын

This interview has so much wisdom. And this interviewer deserves a the world.

@shanerichards9325 7 ай бұрын

This is such a synergetic interview. Matt Riffe has always been a pretty reflective person (most comedians are) and to match that with an interviewer who goes deeper makes for great enagement. Secondly, this is great advice for any medium you are in. 1) Do what you love or tolerate in any capacity. (focus on the action/performance) 2) Take small movements now for big leaps later on (writting every day) studying 30 min a day is completely better than cramming, trust me I know lol. 3) Make silence your friend. (Especially if you are person who needs to present on certain topics)

@clydekaila25 7 ай бұрын

Matt is definitely a Real One 💯 also what an amazing interviewer 💯👏🏾

@nizambao4653 7 ай бұрын

Matt Rife is definitely great. Dave Chappelle is definitely the greatest of all time. I love how Dave Chappelle is giving some advice to others.

@ceenahoo 7 ай бұрын

She was fantastic and it shouldn’t surprise anyone how smart Matt is. His crowd work is unreal.

@AlexMcDaniels 7 ай бұрын

How not to love this guy, he's such a cool dude.

@timothybayless9587 7 ай бұрын

Rosemary....Amazing! This interview as a whole was amazing. Rosemarie, you are amazing and keep doing what you do, don't become the mainstream that provokes...This was a conversation. Matt, good on you man. As an aspiring woodworker after 17 years in IT, this was inspiring. Likely one of the best interviews I have seen in years. So calming and host without hostility. You two are great and thank you. We need more of this.

@roswithaehrke6417 7 ай бұрын

I enjoyed the interview- and all the thoughts he shared as well as an interviewer who let him talk- I am very interested in comedy as most comedians are brilliant minds - very clever, very high on intellect and fast thinkers I enjoy that

@MarvelousPm 6 ай бұрын

What a great interview! Rosemarie did an outstanding job, I wasn't expecting her to be so present and supportive. She asked the right questions at the right time, and Matt dropped absolute gems of advice. Thank you both, you were amazing!

@BenTrajtenberg 7 ай бұрын

Love Matt, he seems like one of a kind. But funny enough, so many comedians are this intelligent, insightful, reflective, humble.

@user-fv5gw6wy4p 7 ай бұрын

One of the best interviews questions were in depth answers definitely insightful and demonstrate that he is genuinely a clever and honest man his comedy is appealing can't wait to see him in the future 😊

@stephen1Oace 7 ай бұрын

To say Matt is going places, you missed the boat. He's been places, he is the best new and upcoming Star for this decade. And we need him.

@TrinbagoVibes 7 ай бұрын

The interviewer in this one is the best interviewer I’ve seen to date

@evelynwashere13 7 ай бұрын

He's truly amazing and I really wish him all the best ❤

@laronhearst 7 ай бұрын

I loved that the interviewer had good follow up questions and that Matt was open and transparent

@JennyLouLou 5 ай бұрын

I really hope he has a good support system around him. He's so genuinely forthcoming but he also needs to keep pieces of him to himself for safekeeping. ❤

@dawnp7153 7 ай бұрын

I am beyond impressed with both interviewer and Matt. She is graceful with well thought out questions that are personal but not too personal. Matt's intelligence, compassion, humbleness, ambition and fortitude all shined like a beacon. I have no doubt he will be up there with all the timeless greats and I think that the life tragedies he has endured will in turn allow him the platform to bring awareness to help many. I'm looking forward to witnessing his journey and all the great things he will do.

@sEgeN111 7 ай бұрын

I have a lot more admiration for Matt after this interview, very well spoken

@kemjohnson5690 7 ай бұрын

I found out about Matt through KZfaq shorts and he is really funny and charismatic. I love his boyish charm. I have to find a way to see his show. Great interview!👍💜👏

@benceze 7 ай бұрын

Matt is so self aware and introspective.

@TolarRay 7 ай бұрын

Matt is probably the only comedian in the world to perform at the garden for his first arena

@SurelyLord 7 ай бұрын

…..opening for Dave. Amen.

@user-gc4zy2sr2g 7 ай бұрын

@@SurelyLordPerfection. I’m so happy to see him moving into success. He’s so snappy and clever! 🥰

@SurelyLord 7 ай бұрын

@@user-gc4zy2sr2g Me too. What I want for him is to stay inside the good lane he’s carving out for himself. There’s a reason why Dave raised his kids here. ❤️

@williamcoine3710 Ай бұрын

The sign of a great interviewer - she didn't interrupt him or talk over him like so many on TV. She listened - the major key - then she built on his responses. This kid is so interesting. His background has "made" him, and the fact that he can reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly is to his credit. You can tell that he gives so much credit to his grandpa - the love of his life. How refreshing. His insight into how to work an audience ("like an orchestra} is spot-on.

@Skibbidyboobop 7 ай бұрын

Self-awareness at such a young age. His extreme precociousness is one of the things that makes him such a great comic. I hope he can continue to build off of that platform and not get burnt out. Robin Williams is an example of such.

@wonderingwanderer6782 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing all of this so transparently Matt, and the interviewer lady, girl you did wonderful! Wishing you both well!

@jasonjohnson4803 7 ай бұрын

I love Matt and his comedy, but let's take a moment to say a shoutout and great job to Forbes Reporter Rosemarie Miller. Rosemarie I salut you! Amazing interview.

@thickivicki89 7 ай бұрын

wow! i love how they both were so comfortable in this interview😊 Wow! he is such a humble and dedicated man. i love this. Heart warming 💞

@nerdgasmicreview9598 7 ай бұрын

Give this woman a promotion and a raise for such an outstanding interview.

@bananatlw 5 ай бұрын

the interviewer was so sweet and matt seems so comfortable and relieved talking about his past, dont worry man there'll be more lows but also more highs, RIP grandpa rife