Sebastian Maniscalco OPENS UP About IMPOSTER SYNDROME, MENTAL HEALTH & His Parents' Divorce
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Welcome back! Today, Lewis interviews the incredibly talented comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. They dive into Sebastian's journey from waiting tables in Hollywood to becoming a comedy sensation. Sebastian shares his insights on perseverance, the importance of family, and the behind-the-scenes struggles of his career. He opens up about the challenges of balancing work and personal life, dealing with self-doubt, and the pressure to constantly evolve. Lewis and Sebastian also discuss the significance of gratitude and how to find joy in the moment despite the chaos of life and work.
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0:00 Intro
00:04:29 - Overcoming Discouragement and Building a Career
00:09:00 - The Road to Success
00:13:20 - Parental Concerns and Supporting Children's Potential
00:22:26 - Decision-making and Remodeling
00:27:00 - Financial Preparedness and Support from a Spouse
00:31:48 - Vulnerability and self-editing
00:36:28 - Surreal Moments in My Career
00:41:06 - Finding Peace in Positivity
00:45:33 - The Daily State of the Industry Update
00:49:50 - Overcoming Insecurity and Pressure in Acting
00:54:07 - Crying on Set with De Niro
00:58:53 - The Rise of Comedy in the Age of Social Media
01:03:54 - The Challenge of Social Media Success
01:08:17 - Making My Mom Laugh
01:13:15 - Cherishing Family Moments
01:18:27 - The Pressure to Monetize and Share Everything
01:23:06 - Giving Back on the Tour
01:27:19 - Spreading Positivity and Laughter
01:31:51 - The Power of Acknowledgment
01:36:20 - Acknowledging Success in Comedy
01:40:40 - Finding Greatness Through Others
01:45:24 - Reserving greatness for true greatness
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Thanks to Sebastian for sharing his wisdom with us! Leave a “YES” if you enjoyed this and share the biggest moment for you. And make sure to subscribe to never miss out on inspiring content like this again CZcams.com/lewishowes
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Yes! ❤
Yes! :))
Absolutely!
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It’s great to see someone at Sebastian’s level to be so down to earth and vulnerable and honest. This is why I’m a fan .
He is a genuine guy! Humble and cute and sensitive!
Comedians are highly sensitive and are prone to depression! Sebastian, you’re raising a family, touring, making movies. Don’t discourage yourself! We love you! ❤
This interview reveals Sebastian Maniscalco as not just a man who really helps to make so many people laugh, but has a great, gentle heart.
I have so much respect for Sebastian. His comedy, his character and his authenticity all are top notch.
Beautifully said, Carmen! ❤️
Sebastian is an excellent comedian, and his podcast ,The Pete and Sebastian Show, is hilarious! Looking forward to this one! 👍
ditto
You are always funny! U have helped me so much,, I’ve lol please know, you are incredible. When I start going down,I watch you..please know how funny you really are! Always you pull me up and make me laugh.
Saw Sebastian in Atlanta a couple of years ago. He walked by, and I said, "Here you are!" He answered, "How're you doin'?" Personable guy! Great show! So nice to hear from him in this way! Hope to see his show on tour again! ❤🌟
Sabastian is one of the funniest comedians and he comes across as a genuinely good-hearted man. It’s so nice to see someone so successful who is still grounded and stays true to who he is. Great interview!
I agree. But maybe because I grew up in Chicago so I may be a bit biased.
But I do find it very disheartening and at times infuriating when people who call themselves fans leave nasty and very critical comments on The Pete and Sebastian podcast channel specifically towards Sebastian. It looks as though most love Pete Corealle and can't say enough good things about him. But they constantly bash Sebastian. So I often end up giving those trolls a piece of my mind. I feel like they just don't understand where he's coming from and they just have a very negative perspective of him.
So my protective side comes out. Probably because I've often been misjudged and attacked unfairly too but no one ever stood up for me.
I hope these guys become friends in real life because they both have hearts of gold. I can see love in Sebastian's eyes when Lewis shares more about himself...
What beautiful vulnerability. I just cried with him and I could see the emotion in Lewis’ face, too. What a blessing. What a lovely human being ❤I know he just made his mom cry, too.
Thank you, Sebastian . You are hilarious. I’ve loved watching you for years: your physical comedy, the subway sandwich routine, going on a first date, hiding from a visitor coming to your house in the old days, digging through merchandise at TJ MAXX🤣…
I really appreciated your vulnerability and honesty in this podcast - so likable and relatable. Thank you. Best of luck to you and your family.
The Pete & Sebastian podcast is the most underrated podcast out there!
PETEYYYYYYYYYY
When I recently found Sebastian comedy, I laughed so hard I cried, and I posted clips of his comedy on my Facebook page one after the other so I could show my family and friends!
Yes, cuz his comedy is pretty clean and he is relatable.
I love Sebastian! I quote him often in conversation with friends. He’s so relatable
I find Sebastian to be a talented comedian and a good hearted person. That's part of the appeal! His success is well deserved and earned the old fashioned way....hard work!
Mental health is such an important topic. Taking care of your mental well-being is just as crucial as looking after your physical health. It involves managing stress, practicing self-care, seeking support when needed, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Sebastian is awesome comedian, he always make me laugh, he is real
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Lewis I Saw him back in 2015
Dinner and show in NJ , he was great ! He’s still the best out there right now
He is definitely one of my faves. Check out Ali siddiq as well. Another great one
I've loved Sebastian for years. Not only the funniest comedian, but so down to earth and real. Made me cry when he talked about his mom, and made me laugh when he talked about the constant need to post everything and zero privacy. I miss those days!
He’s the man! True soul and artist. Love when good folks make it and remain humble and true.
Wow. The intelligence, the depth of mind of both of these great men. Louis asking bold, to-the-bone questions; Maniscalco spilling, unwittingly, diamonds- pieces of his heart. Amazing. Bravi.
I watched one special and was hooked. I was like, "Who IS this guy?!" He's one of the best in comedy.
Sebastian makes me laugh out loud like no one else. His special at Radio City - his impression of his grandmother walking from the fridge to the table had me on the floor. Thanks for doing what you do and thanks, Lewis, for this outstanding interview that sheds light on the process with both its challenges and highlights. I'm a stand-up and I'm learning so much here!
Sebastian is so relatable…he makes me laugh just thinking about his shows. I think the fact that he planned and his saved up for it. Still, that is just funny to me. Compared to others. He will always have his crowd. ALWAYS.
I appreciate his authenticity, down to earth and charming nature. He slides in that comedic side too😂 OMG, I relate to the 15 minutes delayed doctor’s appointment😂. Interesting interview 👍🏾
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
That was one of the best interviews I've ever seen. Both of you were so open & real. And, as you mentioned, I love that Sebastian didn't feel the need to show his comedic side throughout the interview. It helps us, as an audience, to see the real person behind the comedian, as well as people who suffer with things like anxiety, self esteem & over thinking to share a sort of trauma bond with people we respect from afar that we may not have ever had a chance to without your platform. Thank you!
I love that the two of you met. Lewis is such a great hearted guy, I'm sure Sebastian was like "I love this guy"
I feel like this is /and or can be a wonderful friendship. It’s a neat thing to see two people, really connect and isn’t always that common.
I met Sebastian in 2009 in Hollywood, CA at the Laugh Factory. He had me laughing until I couldn't breath. At the end of the show, I shook his hand and told him that he was super funny. I also told him that he was going places. Look at where he is today. I'm so happy for what he's done and am excited to see him more.
❤love/laugh on your mom while you can. My mom passed last December and I miss her and I wish I had valued her moments with me more. We always think we have more time. Love Sebastian's perspective. My husband is from Italy and I can so relate and understand . Live your life for you❤. There was life before social lense
This was really sweet and powerful. Love Sebastian’s comedy, but it was also great to peek behind the curtain to see his more vulnerable, tender side. And what a great job by Lewis of “coaching” him in a loving, supportive way, especially towards the end. Beautiful display of nurturing masculinity (not the stereotypical toxic masculinity we see too often in our culture)!
I think they just became friends for life ❤
"He's doing another one??"🤣🤣 This was one of my favorite episodes!! Sebastians realness is so refreshing and Lewis pushing things with coaching in an optimistic way... brilliant show.
Coming from the exact Sicilian family I can understand and relate and that’s what makes him so funny to me. If you know you know!! Excellent interview.
I never miss Pete & Sebastian. They are both brilliant comedians as well as devoted husbands and fathers which makes me love them all the more. Get Pete on.
Sebastian is one of the most brilliant, creative, and intelligent comedians of this century!
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I use my humor, and making people laugh to cover up my pain. Making others laugh gets me through my chaos. I'm so used to being in survival mode, I don't know true peace, and breathing .
Me too, I’m always the clown.. making everyone laugh in my dysfunctional family. It’s extremely exhausting
@@amystuckey5900 Me three!!
I think Sebastian is honest and upfront in telling his feelings……He’s not full of himself, but down to earth and knows where he came from and where he hopes to go….Love the Pete and Sebastian show,,,,,,,They work great together,,,,,Pete is the perfect partner! Their wives are their grounding, 🙏🏽❤️
His podcast with Pete Correale is probably my favorite podcast. They are absolutely hilarious together, and genuinely enjoy each other. It’s at least as entertaining as their standup ( which is also some of the best out there). Just love em. This is the first time I’ve seen this cast as well and really think Lewis is better than most. Genuine, likeable, insightful questions. I feel like I’m learning some things that relate to all of us. Really top rate!
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He had the ''Cobra Plan''. So real, so Midwest !
Thank-you. The part about his mom. My ❤️ heart.
I am so happy to have found the Lewis Howes channel. He's so thoughtful, insightful & vulnerable with all his guests. I have learned much from his shows and really enjoyed this particular talk with Sebastian.
What an extra treat this week seeing Sebastian on a podcast being interviewed! Already watch the Pete and Sebastian show and a big fan of both. Loved this podcast, and thank you for asking great questions. Please interview Pete Correale next. Just subscribed 👏🏻👍🏻🇬🇧
Only a kind, open hearted and down to earth guy like Lewis can let people open up this way. I love Sebastian and it’s so refreshing to get to know him better thanks to this excellent episode ❤
Firstly, I feel truly blessed to have heard and received this message from Lewis and Sebastian Lewis for sharing his wisdom and Sebastian for receiving it with humility. Sebastian is my favorite comedian and The School of Greatness is my favorite Show. What more could I ask for!😀
Thank you and everyone that made this genuine conversation possible!
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
@1:15 …. I teared up too. Italian upbringing is all about family and togetherness, but anything you do in life that involves following your passion whatever it may be doesn’t come without sacrifice and as you get older and your parents get older sometimes you wonder if it was all worth it. Missing birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s Day, just poppin over the house, seeing a relative at Wegmans grocery store, bringin ur car down the street to have your great uncle check it out or just as simple as Sunday Sauce doing nothing but watching football all day hangin round the house. The little things. 😢
Big fan of Sebastian! Love his podcast with Pete! 😊
49:44 52:47 YES!🎉 context. I love the interactions between you two.
I love both these guys. I’ve seen Sebastian on stage and he’s very funny but I also love how deep he is and what’s in his head besides comedy. Lewis, one of the top 5 podcasters I listen to. He has really come into his power. Love love it ❤
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Lines from his shows have become part of our household vernacular
You did a great job Lewis. Have seen many interviews with Sebastian and this is the first time I’ve seen him get emotional. I really enjoyed seeing his vulnerable side. ☺️
Glad you enjoyed it
Sebastian, I understand your anxiety, AND judging purely by your results, you are a responsible, resilient & talented man I admire. Keep learning, living & entertaining the world however you do it. ❤
Whenever I feel depressed whenever I am crying for no reason I put on Netflix and listen to Sebastian and suddenly my tears are now laughs I love him he does so much for my broken heart
Im a long time fan of Sebastian's comedy and cast, and just want to say how much I appreciate him always being vulnerable and expressing himself. That was a beautiful moment he shared about how he feels about his mom, and a great reminder to not take the people we love for granted.
Love this ! love Sebastian , he knows himself and has so much acceptance of his strenghts and difficulties. Love how authentic he is.
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
❤ the idea that Lewis gave Sebastian to take a minute during his shows to remind people to participate in charitable acts (spread joy)
Brought me to tears when he said he loved making his mom laugh
Looked for this bc Sebastian spoke about it on his cast this week. Great interview! I was all choked up when he was talking about his sweet Mom❤ Thank you!
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Me too! Sebastian was in awe of Lewis's podcast and rightfully so, I've been following Lewis for many years and he (and his team) has successfully conquered in this arena by providing quality, relevent content, with superior, genuinely authentic interview skills that put his guests at ease and they feel safe being vulnerable and human. For Sebastian to have gracefully accepted Lewis's advice speaks volume to Lewis's character and the genuinely compassionate vibe he gives off. He truly does try to empower everyone to be the best version of themselves and foster greatness wherever they may be. ❤❤❤this guy 🙏👏
Love Sebastian. I swear we had the same Italian father. I watch his specials over and over. He’s one of the greats like Bill Burr, Tom Segura, and Dave Chappelle. Never missed the Pete and Sebastian show. I love Pete too. He’s a great guy.
You’re my favorite comedian. Speaking your mind and what’s in the head of millions of people. I’ve seen you live and I’m in tears of how much I’m laughing. The best !!
One of the best interviews you've had! A great open and genuine conversation between two people. I really liked what you said about acknowledging a person. A great lesson to learn as a human and as a mother. Thank you for adding positivity to our lives every day!
My husband told me to watch one of his shows and I was just CRYING with laughter the whole time. You dont realize how much you needed to laugh until you really, really laugh. Thank you for the laughter and thank you both for this fine interview
You're welcome,thank you for tuning in 🧡
Yes great interview! Favorite part was when Sebastian got emotional talking about his Mom. ❤
Love Sebastian but probably for different reasons then many. I've been able to talk to him and my son for about thirty minutes a few years back. I'm an italian girl with a typical Italian father like Sebastian's. I've never felt like my dad really liked me but after seeing Sebastian live and a great conversation with him after my dad passed away unexpectedly (and a LOT of regret and very confused) Sebastian helped me completely unwind fifty years of my life. Now I'm a VERY PROUD Italian daughter of my father! I'm also going to see Sebastian next Thursday!! Thank you Sebastian for everything🇮🇹
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I met Sebastian many years ago at the Hollywood Improv and he was so funny and down to earth. Would love to go see him again
Just saw him live for the very first time in Atlanta with my husband and our cheeks hurt after the show. The month prior introduced my 87 year old mother to his Netflix stand up. She howled with laughter. He’s so talented and I appreciate his old school edge and how he’s not afraid to say what many of us are thinking!
Wow- hard to believe I never crossed paths with Sebastian. We're in the same age and went to school in the same town. LOL I guess I didn't get out.
Great man- very underestimated on in a lot of areas imo. We know him as a hilarious comedian but he's genuine, intelligent and a real guy. I can relate, being the same age to so many of the things he's said and being from an Italian family. Glad this guy is out there - Keep on going Sebastian! Thank you!
“Gotta deliver on stage” !! 👍🏻👏🏻 …. sometimes it feels people don’t know the difference
I so enjoyed this cast with Sebastian getting to see a side of him I don't see otherwise. I loved his openness and authenticity as well as Lewis's, It was pure joy to listen to. I can these two guys being friends, very good friends. Sebastian is so relatable, not only in this cast but in his comedy and in his podcast with Pete. So many comedians are phony hiding themselves in their comedy but Sebastian is different, he's somehow vulnerable. I believe that is why he is so successful. Humanity relates to humanity.
Love me some Sebastian!!❤️😃
Wow that last part about acknowledging someone else and yourself! ❤❤😢😢 Got me to the core .. from now on I will start doing that because I looked for it my whole life. Grateful for this real conversation ❤
I love seeing Lewis and Sebastian talk. Lewis is SUCH an uplifter. What a heart. And it's great to see him challenge Sebastian on some of his self-deprecation. Hey I get it, he's humble, and sometimes being from an immigrant family can do that to you, but I think Sebastian needs to give himself a little grace.
@1:21:00 Just WOW! 👏 💯 Gold
Sebastian is my #1. He is unique.
My favorite comedian of all time😁
I just got back home from a vacation in Mexico city and I was struck by the poor. I am determined to help them in some way. I can’t forget about them.
Love this interview the ONE question I wish you would’ve asked was “How do you do a show or prepare yourself to be “on” when you’re having a bad day, when you just don’t feel like being funny” !? ….. how do you still get the energy and mental focus to deliver.
Raised with Italian mentality, very relatable.
I absolutely love these two. One is younger, the other is older, but both are learning from each other 😇
Sebastian! Please receive and enjoy ALL your own GOOD!!!!!! I am your BIGGEST fan and want you to know how WONDERFUL AND AMAZING you are!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉
Wow. It was really beautiful to listen to him. Talk about his love for his mom. Calling her, “Gold”. Really sweet to see this super funny man get so emotional about his family/parents and mom and show his vulnerable side. Great interview. 😊❤
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
@@lewishowes you’re a great interviewer! New subscriber. Thanks! 👍💜
Welcome to the community!!!
I have been watching Sebastian for many years in stand up and on the podcast with Pete. I can totally relate to many of his experiences and perspectives on so many things in life. As a Greek American, I grew up in a conservative ethnic family in Ohio a lot like he grew up in America with close Italian roots in Chicago. This was a great interview bringing out more than just his comedian skills. It showed us how vulnerable and relatable he can also be when dealing with people and just every day things in life. Thank you for making this interview possible.
Sebastian brings a smile to my face on the daily even on the hardest days!Can't wait till he comes to Canada this fall!!
WE NEED TO LAUGH IN LIFE U BRING JOY N SMILES TO PEOPLES FACES BECAUSE U R FUNNY KEEP IT COMING 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗👏👏👏👏👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟loveys here in NY❤🇮🇹🇮🇹😍😍HERES TO SEBASTIAN🥂🥂🤗🤗🤗🤗
EPIC! Sebastian is my favorite comedian
Yes!!! I can relate to him saying that his family always has to take the rough road and that nothing came easy. Bless him dearly.
Imposter syndrome is a bitch to get over. No compliment will ever be believed. Parents usually played down achievements or said you should do better, so you have to be perfect, no room for mistakes or you will feel like a failure. It's hard to accept that you are enough! You have to learn to pat yourself on the back and know that you are more than enough because you beat anxiety and IS every day! ❤
What’s so funny is Sebastian holds so tightly to the vest ALWAYS. Literally avoids these kinds of things to NOT be vulnerable.. and Lewis. Chooses to make the thumbnail. “ I didn’t want to cry”. lol. Com’ on man!!! 😂
What a great interview!! Thank you for doing this! It was great to see how down to earth Sebastian is.
Sebastian strikes me as an authentic type, one of the reasons i like this guy
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Love seeing Sebastian get sentimental - gives him so much depth and credibility in my opinion! I’m so thrilled for you Sebastian! Live your best life!
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It's interesting the experiences Lewis Howes and Sebastian Maniscalco share about remaining authentic when the pressure of a certain social role is high. And how, in order to be successful at our jobs, for instance, we are sometimes expected to drastically adjust (almost distort) our personality to fit a certain social profile. Thank you for bringing awareness on the matter 👍
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TWO OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE TOGETHER ❤❤LOVE THIS SHOW ❤
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I’m so glad you’re real! People see that and can relate and love you for it! I wish you all the success and happiness in this world! A day without laughter is a day wasted as Charlie Chaplin once said. Thank you for the laughter!
Great interview, as always thank you! Sebastian is an amazing comedian! He got very sensitive talking about his mother and family ❤
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I told my staff (in a meeting-out of the blue) to call their parents real time and tell them “I you love”. That’s it. The responses were priceless, especially from the parent who answered. We get caught up in life/work and forget those who are important. Take a minute to just say hi.
Gotta say if the doctor wanted me to come in 15 minutes earlier,my thoughts would be the same,Sebastian,you are not alone.
Love him. He's hilarious😅
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Fantastic interview and interviewer 😊 thank you 😊
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it!
Sebastian's Dad when he was a child ...... "hey go start a Business" 😂
This has to be my favourite interviews you have done so far. Sebastian is the real deal & he is so humble enough to engage with your suggestions. It felt like watching 2 old friends chat. Brilliant! I’m in awe of you both 🙏
Thank you so much for your feedback 🙂
Pete it’s amazing ! Love listening to him asking questions and making logic comments ! Very smart and real
Love this podcast love the content, loves Sebastian Maniscalco wonderful interview.❤
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