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    Stay Hungry
    Stay Hungry
    Stay Hungry
    Audiobook7 hours

    Stay Hungry

    Written by Sebastian Maniscalco

    Narrated by Sebastian Maniscalco

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    From comedian and actor Sebastian Maniscalco—star of the film About My Father with Robert DeNiro—an inspiring, honest, uproarious collection of essays tracing his career from playing boxing rings and bowling alleys to reaching the pinnacles of comedy success.

    At twenty-four, Sebastian Maniscalco arrived in LA with a suitcase and saved up minimum wages. He knew no one and nothing about standup comedy, but he was determined to go for it anyway.

    Two decades later, he’s on the Forbes’ list of highest earning comedians, selling out arenas, and starring in numerous hit comedy specials including Why Would You Do That? and Is It Me?.

    Stay Hungry tells the story of the twenty years in between. On the way from clueless rube to standup superstar, Seb was booed off stages; survived on tips and stolen food; got advice from mentors Andrew Dice Clay, Vince Vaughn, Tony Danza, and Jerry Seinfeld; fell in love; and stayed true to his Italian-immigrant roots. The one code that always kept him going: stay hungry, keep focused, never give up, and one day, you’ll make it.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSimon & Schuster Audio
    Release dateFeb 27, 2018
    ISBN9781508255413
    Author

    Sebastian Maniscalco

    Sebastian Maniscalco is a stand-up comedian, actor, and host of the podcast Daddy vs. Doctor. He has released numerous comedy specials, including Why Would You Do That?, Aren’t You Embarrassed?, and Is It Me?. He has been on Forbes’ “The World’s Highest Paid Comedians” list and his major motion picture portfolio includes a voice-over for character Johnny the Groundhog in the animated feature Nut Job 2 and appearances in films including The House starring Will Ferrell and Tag, starring alongside Ed Helms and Jeremy Renner. He has also appeared in the films Green Book, The Irishman, and is currently starring in About My Father with Robert DeNiro. Maniscalco is currently the cohost of SiriusXM’s popular The Pete and Sebastian Show. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife Lana and their two children.

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    • 5/5
      I really enjoyed it. Sebastian offers some practical life lessons for everyone , whether you want to be a comedian, actor, or an accountant. He’s an excellent narrator and storyteller. Wonderfully written and performed.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      Sometimes I felt like the order of events was a little confusing, going back and forth between his career and his personal life, but it was fairly easy to figure out when things are happening after a little while.

      The narration was great, especially because Sebastian was the one to read it himself. You could really hear his personality in it, and I was laughing quite a bit during it. Very easy listen!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      This guy makes me laugh so hard, but what was surprising was he is a regular guy- unsure, worried, emotional. Can’t wait to hear more .

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Loved!! Such a great story and so funny. I was sad when it was over. I hope he writes another one!
    • 1/5
      It might be honest, but it's hardly inspiring and definitely NOT "uproarious." Maybe it would help if I was more familiar with this standup, but I only heard him on Howard Stern once day. I got halfway through the book, then I gave myself permission to put it down. The entire book is well-summarized by its title. 'Stay hungry," meaning hard work pays off. Good advice that does not warrant 13 chapters. Unfortunately, I came to the book hungry for humor and possibly insight into the life of a working comedian...and I'm still starving.
    • 5/5
      Funny and inspiring. Shows the details of a fifteen year journey that lead to an overnights success
    • 5/5
      Fantastic listen, Sebastian is a wonderful narrator and a great comedian. Thanks for sharing your story.
    • 5/5
      An amazing guy. Generous in his story and truly an inspiration! Hope to see him live on stage one day. And maybe even follow in his footsteps!