Deep Dive
How did the hosts of the podcast meet each other?
The hosts met through various connections in the comedy scene. Liang Yan and Yang Mei met at an open mic event, while Yang Mei and Wen Chao met at a comedy club called 'Meet Comedy.' Wen Chao and Xiao Ze knew each other from their previous work at Sohu Video, where Xiao Ze was Yang Mei's boss. Their relationships were further solidified through their work on the 'Xifan Comedy' podcast.
What is the significance of the cat named 'Zhaocai' in the podcast?
Zhaocai is a cat that became a part of the Xifan Comedy community. Originally a stray, it followed one of the actors to the backstage of a show and was later adopted by the group. The cat is known for being very friendly and has become a beloved mascot for the community.
What is the story behind Yang Mei's first cat?
Yang Mei's first cat was adopted after she saw a post in a group chat about three cats needing a home. While discussing the adoption, she found a black kitten near her house and decided to take it in. The kitten, which she named 'Xiao Hei,' has been with her ever since.
How did Wen Chao and his wife meet?
Wen Chao and his wife met through a car club's offline KTV event. After the event, they went on a group trip to Shandong, where they developed feelings for each other. They got married six months later and have been together for 17 years.
What is the story behind Xiao Ze's encounter with his current girlfriend?
Xiao Ze met his current girlfriend, Ceci, at an event where he was the host and she was a dancer. After the event, Xiao Ze took her phone and left a note asking her to add him on WeChat. They have been together ever since.
What is the significance of the 'Tony Show' in the podcast?
The 'Tony Show' was a program at Sohu Video where Xiao Ze worked as a producer and scriptwriter. Yang Mei was hired as a writer for the show, which is how she and Xiao Ze first met. Although the show eventually ended, it marked the beginning of their professional relationship.
How did Liang Yan get into stand-up comedy?
Liang Yan was introduced to stand-up comedy by a friend who took him to an open mic event. Although the first show he attended was not very good, he later attended a commercial show by Danliren Comedy, which inspired him to start performing. He was encouraged by comedian Hao Yu, who pushed him to try stand-up, leading to his first performance at an open mic.
What is the story behind the 'Xifan Comedy' club?
The 'Xifan Comedy' club was formed by merging two smaller comedy clubs that were struggling. The merger was initially seen as a last-ditch effort, but it eventually grew into a successful and thriving comedy community.
What is the significance of the 'Harmony' song in the podcast?
The song 'Harmony' by Lu Bingchun is used as the background music for the podcast. It sets the tone for the discussions about fate and connections, which are central themes of the episode.
What is the story behind the 'Xifan Comedy' podcast's 100-hour award?
Listeners who have listened to the 'Xifan Comedy' podcast for 100 hours can receive an electronic certificate as a reward. This initiative encourages long-term engagement with the podcast and fosters a sense of community among listeners.
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- 喜番调频的成立是他们缘分的延续
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