Roots of Comedy With Jesus Trejo Season 1

May. 24,2024

Rating：

5.5

Genre：

Comedy Documentary

Trailer Synopsis

Part comedy, part social commentary, host Jesus Trejo embarks on a journey across America meeting with six rising comedians who explore the mosaic of our nation through the lens of stand-up comedy.

Episode 6 : Sierra Katow

June. 07,2024

In Los Angeles, Jesus Trejo embraces the hometown vibe, teaming up with multi-hyphenate comedian Sierra Katow. A fourth-generation Chinese and Japanese American, with deep L.A. roots, Sierra shows Jesus a side of the city he’s never seen before.

Episode 5 : Adam Pasi

June. 07,2024

In Portland, Oregon, Jesus meets with Samoan comedian, Adam Pasi. Voted Portland’s funniest comic twice, Adam takes Jesus behind the scenes, showcasing the grind it takes to become a successful comic.

Episode 4 : Tatanka Means

May. 31,2024

Exploring Chinle, Arizona, Jesus Trejo connects with Native American comic and actor Tatanka Means. Tatanka delves into his upbringing on the reservation, using humor to illuminate the enduring challenges faced by Indigenous communities nationwide.

Episode 3 : Eeland Stribling

May. 31,2024

Jesus Trejo travels to Denver to meet a comic whose life on the river is as important as his life on stage. Eeland Stribling strives to find true life balance in the outdoors of Colorado where he often calls on his experience as a wildlife biologist.

Episode 2 : Vanessa Gonzalez

May. 24,2024

Jesus Trejo follows Austin-based rising comedian Vanessa Gonzalez on a Texan adventure back to her hometown of Laredo. Vanessa shares the humor of her childhood as the daughter of first-generation, Mexican American border patrol agents.

Episode 1 : Ali Sultan

May. 24,2024

In Minneapolis, Jesus Trejo meets Yemeni comedian Ali Sultan. Ali opens up about his mental health struggles, weaving humor and vulnerability into a narrative of resilience and self-discovery, highlighting how comedy has helped his well-being.