Andrew Schulz views performing in a comedy show at a benefit concert as a high-stakes energy exchange where a comedian must masterfully read the audience.

“it's really kind of like a dance as corny as this might seem but like it's an energy exchange you know and like just because they're giving you was perceived as negative energy it doesn't mean it's negative they're giving you something so you can hit that back”

Charlamagne tha God expresses skepticism about the value of celebrity events like the Met Gala, contrasting them with his preference for authentic comedy.

“i don't give a [ __ ] if matrix doesn't win a oscar when it comes out i'ma see that [ __ ] because i like it like people go out see fast and furious so we'll never win an award ever it will make more money than all those [ __ ] that make awards”