Chrissie Mayr: Comedy, MAGA, and Free Speech WARRIOR!

Join Big John on Big Questions with Big John as he chats Scouts with comedian and podcaster Chrissie Mayr. Explore Chrissie’s journey from Long Island roots to stand-up comedy, her time at Compound Media, and her political evolution from liberal to libertarian to MAGA supporter. Topics include free speech, cancel culture, conspiracy theories, the “Dabbleverse,” and her take on comedy’s role in society. Hear about her diving career, improv vs. stand-up, and personal life as a new mom.

Chapters:
00:01:04 Guest Introduction: Chrissie Mayr
00:01:58 Origin of "Big John" Nickname
00:03:07 Admiration for Stand-Up Comedy
00:03:25 Chrissie’s Childhood and Early Humor
00:05:27 Athletic Background and Discipline
00:06:30 College Improv and Media Internships
00:08:05 High School Comedy Alumni
00:10:21 Compound Media Experience
00:12:24 Anthony Cumia’s Persona
00:15:08 Political Evolution: Liberal to Libertarian
00:17:02 Shift Toward MAGA and Trump Support
00:18:23 Contrarian Comedy and Free Speech
00:19:11 Motherhood and Conservative Views
00:20:30 Free Speech as Core Issue
00:21:35 Comedians Self-Censoring
00:23:15 Disappointment in Comedy Icons
00:27:34 Triggering Jokes and Social Media
00:30:05 Corporate DEI and Data Misuse
00:32:00 Misinformation and Free Speech Abuse
00:36:26 Addressing Conspiracy Theorist Label
00:39:28 Moon Landing and Flat Earth Theories
00:43:44 Commercial Space Travel Future
00:45:40 Chrissie’s Comedy Goals
00:47:17 Exploring Acting and Projects
00:48:18 Work-Life Balance Challenges
00:49:43 Improv vs. Stand-Up Comedy
00:52:58 One-Woman Show: Hope
00:54:05 The Dabbleverse Origin
00:57:56 Dabbleverse Community and Market
00:59:56 Discussing Greg "Opie" Hughes
01:05:12 Silly Questions
01:12:02 Chrissie’s Upcoming Gigs and Socials