Kathy Griffin - On Choosing Your Battles, Comedy, Trump Scandal, & Overcoming Cancer

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Today we're sitting down with two-time Emmy and Grammy award-winning comedian, Kathy Griffin. Kathy joins us for a discussion about her entire career journey. From being investigated by the federal government and growing up with a pedophile as a brother, to navigating the challenges of being a female comedian and addressing the gender gap in the industry. We also delve into her experiences living next to Kim and Kanye, her openness about plastic surgery, and her recent diagnosis with lung cancer. To connect with Kathy Griffin click HERE
✨ Chapters:
[00:00] The Fallout of the Photo
[05:34] Career Impact and Facing Backlash
[15:23] Challenges for Women in the Industry
[16:21] Celebrating Milestones and Women's Achievements
[18:25] Comedy Style and Mentors
[25:23] Plastic Surgery and Self-Perception
[27:58] Neighborhood Stories with Kim and Kanye
[28:56] Neighbors and Comedic Material
[34:51] Traumatic Childhood Experience
[35:39] Family Trauma and Addiction
[36:43] Personal Struggles and Career Resilience
[40:35] Personal Struggles and Resilience in Comedy
[42:07] Memorable TV Show Moments
[43:36] Favorite TV Shows and Guest Appearances
[45:58] Celebrity Encounters and Reality Television
[46:14] Reality Television and Authenticity
[48:02] Desire for Fame and Kim Kardashian
[49:15] Promoting Therapy and Wellness
[1:02:43] Dating and Gender Politics
[1:04:17] Finding a Partner and Kathy's Tour
[1:05:26] Writing a Book About the Trump Incident and Self-Publishing
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@sarahkathryngunn 2 ай бұрын

The BEST guest you have ever had. As someone who struggles with similar struggles… I loved listening to her 20 years ago at 15; now, at 35, I appreciate her even more! She’s able to not take herself too seriously, is very humble, hilarious, a great story teller, an overcomer, a warrior, beautiful, kind, a legend and the list goes on. Thank you for giving her the platform to share her truth; yet, the extreme threat if we nominate…fill in the blank. Do not kill me in comments please. I am human and “IT’S MY OPINIONNNNN”!!!! - Tamra Judge ❤ a friend of bill and bob

@SpaceyD 2 ай бұрын

I've seen Kathy Griffin 3x and every time was a banger! I tried to get tickets for this tour but they sold out quick!

@billbufford 2 ай бұрын

She's brilliant!

@greg-op2jh 2 ай бұрын

💯

@MsColetha 18 күн бұрын

Kathy’s great 🎉

@SuperMickeyr 2 ай бұрын

LOVE Kathy!!! She didn’t deserve all that crap that came with the Trump stunt. So glad she is BACK!

@Fohnah 2 ай бұрын

He’s said and done worse. Lmao. This is why I don’t care for the far left or right

@nicolemessiernm 2 ай бұрын

Well, what would happen if someone did that to Biden? He just sicks the DOJ, FBI, CIA, and media after them. Which is worse?

@justflem1 2 ай бұрын

Yes she did. She ain’t back because she’s never been on top.

@bkteleven 2 ай бұрын

Yes she did. She also should have been arrested.

@brian-ld4vd 2 ай бұрын

She thought she would impress her liberal communist buddies and they turned their back on her and threw her away. She's lucky she didn't get charged with treason.

@indigothecat Ай бұрын

I'm so glad that Kathy made it through. My first show I ever saw of her was actually after the whole Trump trying to get her arrested thing. The "Laugh Your Head Off" tour made me feel so good during that time, I was laughing the entire show all the way through. Thank you Kathy, and keep on keeping on!

@valamoss 2 ай бұрын

Her voice is getting better.

@jolynnhill8502 2 ай бұрын

I agree with Kathy about if it was a male comedian doing that stunt, it would not be as bad. Many male rock bands made fun of Trump and had horrible images of him being killed and nothing happened to them. They showed those images right after Kathy's, did not make any sense. I am glad you are doing better Kathy...

@russell-gt1dy 2 ай бұрын

That's nice

@Samster90 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been a fan of Kathy since the 90’s. What a fantastic person!

@user-nm5sn8sg5n 2 ай бұрын

Yes

@NoOneHere2Day 2 ай бұрын

Lies.

@Yofuggindaddybich 2 ай бұрын

Super fantastic person 😂😂😂😂😂😂 quit mething around over there

@691diesel 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is my Carol Burnett- she’s been entertaining me since Suddenly Susan and then I discovered the D List 😂 She is a treasure

@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi- 2 ай бұрын

Oh hell no, not even.

@KristineMaitland Ай бұрын

Kathy is a good comedian but she doesn't have the range of Carol Burnett. That's not her fault. She is from a different era where the expectations were not as high in terms of skills. Carol had to do comedy, sing,dance, do physical comedy etc.

@sydneymyers3836 2 ай бұрын

Prayers for you and your continued recovery. You are a warrior!

@joncerda351 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffin is the greatest. She deserves a redemption arc. Hope her tour is successful

@Lola_Nico 2 ай бұрын

She’s friends with Shane Dawson lol

@snarkyenigma9219 2 ай бұрын

It isn't ... she's coming here (a major city), and the (tiny) venue is still virtually empty. If it doesn't start selling, she will have to cancel.

@RyanMoonASMR 2 ай бұрын

I saw her in boston after the scandal and it was the funniest show ive ever seen. The whole audience was in stitches for the whol show. 3 1/2 hour show!!!

@EastSide-qc5oy 2 ай бұрын

You mean like right after? It was going on out in the world at the time of the show?

@hellskitchen360 2 ай бұрын

Well we know who you voted for because all she did was spew 3.5 hours of TDS.

@TamaraM71 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffin is the epitome of a strong, warrior woman! She has been through so much and still continues to make people laugh and forget their own troubles if only for a brief period of time. Love, love, LOVE her!

@supinedream 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffin is an absolute goddess! I love her yesterday, today, and for always!

@missychan63 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is the reason I started watching Seinfeld... I was flipping channels one night and saw her and immediately stopped of course. When Seinfeld was originally on I just thought it was the dumbest show I'd ever seen but I watched it again with Kathy and, " I thought it was a riot!" (A reference to the doll.)😂 I was hooked from that night on. I have to say that I thought the head was a little over the top, but she didn't deserve the ridiculous fallout. I'm glad she's back!!❤

@meltingmegan3948 2 ай бұрын

I’ve found my people! I’ve loved her for years and I’ve never understood the mass hate she receives

@wendygerrish4964 Ай бұрын

Money directed by Russia-China manipulating useful idiots to dissolve the United States of America.

@kimdavis1091 2 ай бұрын

Yes! Absolutely one of the best interviews…. My heart goes out to Kathy.. a warrior ❤

@theonlyexception54 2 ай бұрын

My favorite comedian of all time!!!!

@AnishinaabeWaterProtector 2 ай бұрын

WE LOVE YOU KATHY!!! So great to see her back out there again 💜 This was an awesome interview, great job guys! I’ve been a lifelong fan of hers, and will always support her!

@Calcifurr 2 ай бұрын

I think Kathy is an admirable person. She’s been through so much in her life and has been so resilient despite the backlash she’s received. I hope she keeps pushing through and continues to preserve.

@user-ze4nw5ot7n 2 ай бұрын

Likely the best guest you’ve had to date. What an interview

@johnnyleopard2668 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffith is a Legend! 😂 She's incomparably funny ❤

@oliverhatesgoogle9657 2 ай бұрын

She is so sweet and deserves so much more recognition and love than she gets

@heatherchessman 2 ай бұрын

God bless Kathy. I've always loved her and will ALWAYS love her! ❤❤❤

@ApplesThatRead 2 ай бұрын

Obsessed with her! She has survived EVERYTHING! Like one of those roaches that survives a full nuclear war, she's STILL here

@meghanhobhead5149 2 ай бұрын

Roach is the right word!

@leona2222 2 ай бұрын

Cher and Kathy.

@aagold76 2 ай бұрын

when they honored Rickles- was it the Mark Twain, I was so pissed off that the photo of him after the show was him- surrounded by 6-7 male comics. Kathy was hanging with Don- had him on her show, etc- none of these guys did, but they were the ones asked to honor him.

@Angela-tt5ik 2 ай бұрын

He was on her reality show and said she was an excellent host. Letterman doesn't socialize with anyone..didn't deserve to be there

@jeromelefebvre9546 2 ай бұрын

AaaH Kathy! The best antidepressant I've tried so far 💊

@mannnimsobored 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is an absolute legend 👏❤️

@Gurl-5150 2 ай бұрын

I ADORE Kathy Griffin. She is a thousand times more talented than SO MANY other fake azz celebrities. She's beautiful, inside and out!!

@MrSurfingdreamer 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffin is the best!

@AdrianBratu 2 ай бұрын

Naaaah she’s not - she’s an entertainer that was not relevant for many years and jealous of other comedians that are outselling shows and decided to get all political and upset 50% of the population - Please note there are many of us that do not care about the Biden/ trump idiots - we are focused on our families, making money, education and not paying taxes that we don’t have to pay - we were upset with her posting bloody heads, just like we were upset when the taliban was as posting heads of American citizens - I think that’s why she got this heat - don’t get me wrong, it’s a tough business and sometimes Artists need to be daring and witty but maybe this was not approach as she herself stated - the other thing as you will find out with her divorce coming out to public with the young man, she is a somewhat difficult person to collaborate with in both affairs of the heart or business related. In general I would advise people to not post pictures of bloody heads, it’s not cool, when a child will see their parent head like this. Do you think this is normal behavior? To post heads Like this - like the Taliban did

@pwrofmike 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is a living legend

@mimif.9447 2 ай бұрын

I just adore Kathy! So happy to see her voice is back to normal! ❤ She’s been through a lot. Sending love her way. Great interview!

@amberborn4705 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Griffin is the best! I’ve always loved her ❤️

@HildeAzul 27 күн бұрын

I am happy to see all the positive comments. She seems like a real one and I would love to have her as my neighbor.

@jorgeflores4928 2 ай бұрын

Ok, who the heck is on the left and right. This is my first time watching. Im here for Kathy.

@BB-qm1iw 2 ай бұрын

Their names appeared in the video

@nicolewade160 2 ай бұрын

Same 😂😂😂😂

@mattbernabe Ай бұрын

Ha. Same here! I don't know them. I'm only here for Kathy.

@roseelliott2728 2 ай бұрын

I’ve loved Kathy for over 30 years. Great interview ❤

@krista5712 2 ай бұрын

Love Kathy and her honesty!

@BeachLover263 2 ай бұрын

I’m really glad to see Kathy come back. While I dislike that infamous photo, it makes sense when she said she had no agency/PR person at the time because I was wondering who the hell told her that was a good idea lol. Everyone has made bad decisions in life. Kathy has acerbic wit that has entertained us for years & I’m glad fans are showing up for her. There are so many unfunny and copycat comics out there, I’ve always respected her knowledge of comedy & how hard she works on her material.

@belmy0836 2 ай бұрын

The Trump Mask picture i remember I didn’t know what was the big deal about it . 😂 I thought she was a comedian and I didn’t see any other strong line in the sand besides Kathy’s

@psps2034 2 ай бұрын

The big deal is that it incites murder and normalises the act of assassination. Its irrelevant if you like or dislike the person who it was about.

@aagold76 2 ай бұрын

yes, Kathy- you are in their class (Bruce, Carlin, et al)

@charlesyelton7389 2 ай бұрын

Great interview. Thanks for inquiring about her initial interest in performing and the path she took before having success. That is always the most interesting part of the story.

@HelloBombshell21 2 ай бұрын

Love her & am so sad she’s getting a divorce ): Rooting for Kathy!!!

@JenniferRicketts-sd2mf Ай бұрын

Her husband was a gold digger. And ass digger

@mistyfreeze2973 2 ай бұрын

Love Kathy! I've recently been enjoying rewatching "My Life On The D List" on KZfaq, so good!

@nicw9130 Ай бұрын

KATHY is a warrior woman 💪💪💪💪

@audreysgraveyard 2 ай бұрын

Her voice is sounding so much better ❤️

@kev7161 Ай бұрын

Yes, it is. She mentioned it still gets high-pitched during her shows. That is probably because of a) talking non-stop for a long period of time and b) having to project and modulate (louder and softer, up and down) for that length of time.

@piperatoms5926 2 ай бұрын

I loved that photo 😂

@iAmAlexRafael 2 ай бұрын

she is so smart and funny

@rtjb2074 2 ай бұрын

Love this episode, you guys are great interviewers!

@mysterio1570 2 ай бұрын

Kathy’s voice is basically back.

@mstwelvedeadlycyns 2 ай бұрын

Since Suddenly Susan, Kathy Griffin is comedy Gold!🎉❤😂😅

@zb2363 2 ай бұрын

Kathy, loved you before, during, and always will! I’m so sorry for all you’ve been through and hope all the best to come for you. ❤

@opendialoguepodcast 2 ай бұрын

Love her!!

@Angela-tt5ik 2 ай бұрын

I thought she was funny and cute on suddenly susan

@PoseyLane 2 ай бұрын

Please have Kathy on again! She is the best!! Love her!

@tnt01 2 ай бұрын

Stay strong, Kathy.👍

@JeffRebornNow Ай бұрын

Gore Vidal would be proud of her for not regretting the Trump photo and for not shutting up.

@dn8015 26 күн бұрын

She seems like a pretty nice person and is funny as hell.

@auntvesuvi3872 2 ай бұрын

Many thanks to Lauryn, Michael and Kathy! 🎙

@ubach33 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic interview! Love you Kathy, and I’m a Swedish man living in Barcelona, Spain, so it actually means something. 😉❤️

@Tf03 2 ай бұрын

God I love Kathy I’m so happy she’s returned!

@Benji_1982 2 ай бұрын

I am fascinated with Kathy from watching her on life on the d list to her specials to every podcast and I find more and more interesting

@Idontwant1 18 күн бұрын

Wow Kathy is just so funny and interesting. I’m so happy she’s healthy and doing good getting back to her life’s work.

@annm6181 2 ай бұрын

I felt so bad for her about her being canceled ...one bad joke shouldn't do that! What a world what world!

@VKfoodday 2 ай бұрын

Incredible episode! The pace of questions and answers was the best, kept me glued to the screen the entire time!

@cezartb 2 ай бұрын

I am so glad her voice is coming back. She really needs it to be as sharp as her humor.

@Rodrigolc86 2 ай бұрын

Legend

@user-nm5sn8sg5n 2 ай бұрын

Wow, so much truth

@nicksterp2805 2 ай бұрын

I love kathy

@rgomoffat 2 ай бұрын

I love Kathy!

@sylvain123 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is hilarious. I love her interview with Stevie Nicks my favourite singer. I don't understand the politics of USA, where people can't get along from opposite voting sides. It seems to be a huge part of life in USA. In my country no one really cares whether you're Liberal or Labor voter. Voting is compulsory here and we just get on and do it and that's the end of the matter. I have friends who don't vote the same as me. It's not a big deal. I don't think I'll ever understand USA politics. Great interview.

@zzizahacallar 2 ай бұрын

❤ her interviews. This is like the 3-4 most recent one. Thank you

@alfredorangel1592 2 ай бұрын

LOVE KATHY! Before and after, she’s just raw af ❤🎉

@livingintheforest3963 2 ай бұрын

Yes, she never deserved any of it. I’m happy to see her back and I hope that people leave her alone and allow her to be a human like all of us.

@user-jf9lb8tp3n 2 ай бұрын

I only subscribe to this channel because of Kathy Griffin. ❤

@LetsTalkWithMeriah 2 ай бұрын

I wish I knew she was going to be in Austin She is my Idol! Stop by in San Antonio next time Kathy!❤

@nothanksmegan 2 ай бұрын

I politically disagree with her but 100% support her photo of trumps head. And I love that she didn’t apologize for what she did! That is Americana.

@rickpedia6724 2 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💩💩💩💩🤡🤡🤡🤡💩💩💩💩

@megan893 2 ай бұрын

I love Kathy. Two shorts in and I just had to come over to the full video. LOVE YOU KATHY! ❤️❤️

@joeyfoster9237 2 ай бұрын

Love her. The Kim & Kanye stuff is hysterical, I laughed so hard! 😂 I love that she's wearing the Chanel J12 paradoxe watch.

@kalibbarnes9548 2 ай бұрын

The male host cannot get one word in lol but this is her interview so. Go off Katy!

@millsykooksy4863 2 ай бұрын

She’s awesome ❤

@Levacque 2 ай бұрын

58:34 the concept of a fool or jester in a king's court was to satirically criticize things that others were culturally/socially unable or unwilling to call into question. Arguably, that's still the entire point of the comedy industry.

@delusionsofgrandeur1330 2 ай бұрын

I respect how much respect she shows to Joan Rivers (who was the best) & although I find her kinda annoying at times, I respect how much love she shows the gay community 💥 sending her good vibes and glad she’s back!

@michaelvanmind 24 күн бұрын

The Great Kathy Griffin ❤

@F12247 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is a national treasure. Great interview.

@jastking 2 ай бұрын

Loooove Kathy!! 💙💙💙

@barb7528 Ай бұрын

Love you kathy!! So happy you're back!!❤😊

@aj-yi6os 2 ай бұрын

Blessings kathy😢

@mabadiz9798 2 ай бұрын

Great interview! LOVE KATHY!

@kreyna15 2 ай бұрын

Love Kathy so much!!!

@kellytew107 2 ай бұрын

I love her! This was a great interview!! ❤

@suemick8709 2 ай бұрын

Kathy is amazing. She did not deserve what happened to her over a joke. The full force of Trump's vicious personality is what made the biggest impression on me.

@mimir1885 2 ай бұрын

I literally subscribed to this channel just for this interview oh my God Kathy Griffin the goat

@MarkTara 2 ай бұрын

at 5:14 ish the guy asks if it had been a BIDEN mask. funny thing about TIME. theres now the BLACK PICK UP TRUCK with BIDEN hog tied on the back of the truck. wonder if thats being looked into. love Kathy.