Andrew Schulz: A Comedian on the Rise
From Open Mics to Netflix Specials
Andrew Schulz is a comedian who has quickly gained popularity in recent years. He first started performing stand-up at open mics in New York City in 2010. In 2015, he released his first comedy album, "5:30." In 2017, he was featured on the Netflix comedy show "The Standups," which led to him getting his own Netflix special, " Schulz Saves America," in 2019.
Schulz's comedy is often political and tackles social issues. He has been praised for his sharp wit and his ability to make people laugh even when talking about difficult topics. In 2020, he released his second comedy album, "Schulz," which was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Schulz's Podcast and Controversy
In addition to his stand-up comedy, Schulz also hosts a popular podcast called "The Brilliant Idiots." The podcast features Schulz and his co-host Charlamagne tha God discussing current events and pop culture. The podcast has been praised for its humor and its honest and insightful discussions.
However, in 2021, Schulz was involved in a controversy when he made a joke about transgender people on his podcast. The joke was widely criticized as being transphobic, and Schulz later apologized for making it.
Schulz's Future
Despite the controversy, Schulz's career continues to grow. He has a new Netflix special coming out in 2023, and he is set to star in a new movie called "I Want You Back" with Charlie Day and Jenny Slate.
Schulz is a talented comedian with a unique voice. He is not afraid to talk about difficult topics, and he always manages to make people laugh. It will be interesting to see what he does next in his career.