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In this high-energy episode of The Herd with Colin Cowherd, comedian and SNL alum Jay Pharoah joins Joe and Jada for a wild, unfiltered conversation filled with hilarious impressions, personal stories, and deep reflections on fame, resilience, and identity. Pharoah delivers legendary impersonations of Eddie Murphy, Jay-Z, and Rick Ross, while recounting his journey from a bullied, overweight kid in Chesapeake, VA, to a household name at Saturday Night Live. He shares raw anecdotes about being thrown out of a movie theater for laughing too hard, surviving childhood trauma, and overcoming self-doubt through relentless work and comedic instinct. The conversation dives into the absurdity of Southern slang, the myth of the 'glizzy fan club,' and the real-life impact of being a 'fat kid' in the hood. Pharoah also reflects on the importance of mental toughness, the pressure of fame, and the legacy of comedy legends like Robin Harris and Eddie Murphy. The episode closes with a fiery tribute to his upcoming album 'The Odyssey,' a sci-fi-inspired project about self-discovery and spiritual growth, and a call to action for listeners to support his music and show.
Comedy is a survival tool forged in childhood trauma and bullying—use humor to disarm and connect.
Consistency and relentless work ethic are non-negotiable for long-term success in any creative field.
True resilience comes from protecting your mental health and staying grounded, even when fame and fortune arrive.
The most powerful art often comes from personal pain and transformation, not perfection.
Legacy isn't built on hits alone—it's built on staying present, authentic, and committed to your craft over decades.
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Intro: The Joe and Jada Show Begins
The episode opens with a chaotic, comedic intro featuring exaggerated personas of Joe and Jada, setting a tone of absurdity and energy. The hosts establish the show's irreverent style with references to 'dummy bombs' and 'glizzy fan clubs,' immediately signaling a wild ride ahead.
Jay Pharoah: The Legend of the Impressionist
“You think of the guy who stood up at the biggest comedy institution in America and said, nah, we need more black women in the building. You know what I mean? Knowing full well it could have cost them everything. You think fearless.”
From Chesapeake to Comedy Stardom
“I was Fat Joey since I was born. Nah, that's... Fat. Joey since I'm two years. The first thing I ever heard somebody calling me was, hey, Fat Joey, and since I was a fucking baby.”
The Glizzy Fan Club and Southern Slang
“Every game, I have a glizzy fan club. They know I'm going to the... They tell me security is like, you're going for the glizzies, right? I said, yeah, I'm going to the glizzies.”
The Psychology of Comedy and Resilience
Pharoah reflects on the emotional toll of being a comedian, the need to develop thick skin, and the importance of staying consistent. He shares how he learned to laugh at himself and use humor as armor against pain.
“When you get those things, man, it's not going to fulfill you. The most important thing is having love in your life and having God in your life. That's what it is.”
“You think of the guy who stood up at the biggest comedy institution in America and said, nah, we need more black women in the building. You know what I mean? Knowing full well it could have cost them everything. You think fearless.”
“You think of the guy who stood up at the biggest comedy institution in America and said, nah, we need more black women in the building. You know what I mean? Knowing full well it could have cost them everything. You think fearless.”
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Jay Pharoah
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Joe and Jada
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Saturday Night Live
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Glizzy
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Eddie Murphy
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Jay-Z
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Rick Ross
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The Odyssey
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Chesapeake, VA
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Steve Harvey
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