Chris Rock
Mentioned in 27 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A stand-up comedian known for his meticulous craft and prolific career, discussed across podcasts for his disciplined approach to writing material and notable moments in comedy culture. Podcasts reference his work ethic in developing jokes over extended periods and cite his observations on wealth and adaptation. He gained additional podcast discussion prominence following the 2022 incident involving Will Smith at the Academy Awards.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 15, 2026
What Yall Got This Robot Dog In Here For?
“Vintage comedy bit about taxes and minimum wage cited to illustrate public frustration with tax burden”
Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out · Apr 13, 2026
Nikki Glaser: The Team Captain of Comedy
“Anecdote about encountering him at Comedy Cellar when Nikki was early in her career”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Apr 8, 2026
Call These Times What They Are: Janky with Hasan Minhaj
“Cited as pivotal comedic influence on Hasan Minhaj's awakening to comedy as irreverent social commentary”
Fresh Air · Apr 7, 2026
Comic Jeff Ross on roasting, loss and his epic bar mitzvah
“Slapped by Will Smith at Oscars after making alopecia joke; discussed in context of Ross's own alopecia”
Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Mar 31, 2026
Episode 312 - Nick Swardson
“Encountered at Comic Strip after Swardson bombed, delivered memorable line that haunted him for weeks”
Call Her Daddy · Mar 27, 2026
Adam Devine: BDE & Pitch Perfect (FBF)
“Referenced as example of famous comedian who shows up alone to comedy clubs”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 15, 2026
Dana Carvey + Jay Mohr (Carolla Classics)
“SNL cast member in junior varsity group with Farley, Sandler, and Spade during Dana Carvey's era”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 9, 2026
Wanda Sykes Returns
“Mentor who Sykes opened for during 'Bring the Pain' tour and later hired her as writer on Chris Rock Show”
In Depth With Graham Bensinger · Feb 27, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld: If you’re not writing every day, comedy will leave you behind. | Trending Now
“Mentioned as having worked on three jokes for over ten years for his last special, illustrating comedy's iterative nature”
Adam Carolla Show · Feb 25, 2026
Earthquake’s Wild Military Stories, How Steve Harvey Made Him + His New Bill Burr Sitcom
“Performed at Earthquake's comedy club during its successful run in Atlanta”
Joe and Jada · Feb 23, 2026
The Real Report - Tracy Morgan breaks down near-death crash, 30 Rock & SNL success, Brooklyn roots & being cousins with Nas
“Mentioned regarding Oscar slap incident; Morgan clarifies it was between Chris and Will Smith”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 23, 2026
How To Handle the Feeling of Never-Enough, Quiet the Comparing Mind, and Reduce Financial Anxiety | Morgan Housel
“Comedian; quoted on hedonic adaptation: 'If Bill Gates woke up with Oprah's money, he'd jump out the window'”
The Fighter & The Kid · Feb 5, 2026
The Epstein Files Are Everywhere — Plus Bryan’s TRT Confession | TFATK Ep. 1162
“Discussed as prolific comedian; compared to brother Tony Rock regarding stand-up talent and consistency”
THE ED MYLETT SHOW · Feb 3, 2026
Change Your Brain with Dr. Amen
“Actor involved in Oscar incident with Will Smith, referenced in discussion of psychedelic therapy outcomes”
We Might Be Drunk · Feb 2, 2026
Ep 269: Adam Ray
“Comedian; victim of Will Smith's slap at Oscars; discussed as comedy incident”
Shawn Stockman's On That Note · Jan 21, 2026
Reginald Hudlin | Boomerang
“Featured in Boomerang cast”
The Journal. · Jan 8, 2026
The Man Who Wants Netflix to Save Hollywood
“Major stand-up comedian signed to Netflix deal as part of strategy to compete with HBO's comedy dominance”
R&B Money · Dec 24, 2025
Deon Cole
“Sent Deon a text 'Welcome to the club' after watching his Netflix special, leading to instant sold-out shows nationwide”
Angie Martinez IRL · Dec 22, 2025
Charlamagne Tha God On Truth, Accountability & Talking To Complicated People
“Comedian; shared wisdom with Charlamagne about superheroes trying out new superpowers when gaining fame”
SmartLess · Dec 11, 2025
"RE-RELEASE: Adam Sandler"
“Comedian who auditioned with Sandler for SNL in Chicago; Rock was hired immediately as cast member”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Nov 20, 2025
Kevin Hart: They're Lying To You About How To Become A Millionaire! I Was Doing 28 Sets A Weekend!
“Gave Hart pivotal career advice to 'get out the country' and broaden his comedy beyond local material”
So True with Caleb Hearon · Oct 30, 2025
Punkie Johnson Fell in a Hole
“SNL host whose work ethic and joke development process Punkie particularly enjoyed observing”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Oct 15, 2025
#617 - Aziz Ansari
“Met Aziz at a party; spoke at Lucian Hold's funeral; discussed as comedy peer”
Bad Friends · Oct 6, 2025
Dimorphous Expression w/ Are You Garbage?
“Referenced as performing at comedy venues where guests observed his sets”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Oct 2, 2025
#614 - New York Circus
“Comedian who appeared backstage during Theo's comedy special taping in New York”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Sep 19, 2025
#611 - Louis C.K.
“Described as Louis's best friend and mentor; known for challenging honesty; hosted birthday party attended by both guests”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Sep 5, 2025
#608 - Jim Norton
“Cited as major comedic hero that Jim Norton got to meet”