Jaboukie Young-White

That is what I got into comedy for, to be able to challenge myself and just grow as a comedian and find new ways to be funny.

One time I spent more than $40 on groceries, and my bank thought someone stole my debit card.

The Internet has created so many niche audiences that when millions or even thousands of people can be on the same page it's a truly special thing.

There's a lot of times when I just want to scream into the void.

For me, I didn't really have family that was in entertainment. I didn't really grow up with an uncle that's a TV writer or something, so I didn't even know that it was possible at all. I slowly learned more about it and ended up here. I want people to not be discouraged by the fact that they don't have a legacy in Hollywood that's bringing them in.

Once I started getting serious about standup I got a better handle on word economy and making jokes punchier, which translated well to Twitter.