"RE-RELEASE: Chelsea Handler"

Key Takeaways

Chelsea Handler discussed how childhood trauma informed her adult behaviors, leading to 35 years of suppression.
Handler recounted a rebellious cross-country road trip at 19 with Andy Dick, involving cocaine.
A DUI class unexpectedly inspired Chelsea Handler to pursue stand-up comedy at age 21.
Handler shifted her comedy focus to political and world issues following the 2016 election.
Handler vets potential dates during COVID-19 with nasal swab tests and specific deal-breakers.
Chelsea Handler's book "Life Will Be the Death of Me" is being adapted into a TV series starring herself.

Comedian Chelsea Handler joined remotely from Las Vegas while on her "Vaccinated and Horny" tour.
Hosts introduced her as a hilarious, fearless comedian and actress.
Handler expressed a preference for constant movement over staying still, characteristic of her touring schedule.

Chelsea Handler's father was Jewish and her mother Mormon; her family did not seriously regard her mother's faith.
Her mother's Mormon background created complications for burial plots after her brother's death in a Jewish cemetery.
After her mother's death, Handler's father insisted on a Jewish funeral for her mother to allow burial next to her brother, despite her mother remaining Mormon.
Handler's mother converted to Mormonism after her brother's death, and Handler recounted reading the Book of Mormon at age 11.

At 19, Handler took a cross-country road trip in a car lent by her father, joined by Andy Dick.
Dick suggested they acquire cocaine for the journey to New York City.
Handler observed Dick's continuous talking and cocaine use during the drive and his hotel room behavior.
Following a disagreement in Maryland, Handler left a partner who then incurred a $2,000 taxi fare.

Chelsea Handler's stand-up comedy career was unexpectedly launched after she received a DUI at age 21.
During mandatory DUI classes, sharing her story led others to suggest she pursue stand-up comedy.
Post-2016 election, Handler shifted her comedy focus from observational humor to engaging with political and world issues.
She became more vocal about political topics, driven by a personal obligation despite potential backlash.

During COVID-19 lockdowns, Handler's dogs seemed to favor her housekeeper over her, which she found demoralizing.
Handler recounted being criticized in Whistler during COVID-19 for not leashing her two chow chows.
The conversation shifted to Chelsea Handler's podcast, where she shared a story about people getting hit on at funerals.

During COVID-19, Handler's sister and three adult children stayed with her in Los Angeles for three months.
This extended family stay prompted Handler to sell her house to avoid a repeat situation.
Handler discussed her nephew's sexual frustration during the pandemic and humorous dating advice.

Chelsea Handler vets potential dates during COVID-19 with nasal swab tests and interviews, having specific deal-breakers like pinky rings.
At 46, Handler tours four nights a weekend, prioritizing mental clarity over late-night partying.
Her career trajectory involved a four-year Netflix contract for documentary series before returning to stand-up.
Handler's book, "Life Will Be the Death of Me," is being adapted into a TV series where she will star.

Chelsea Handler expressed a lack of excitement for social media due to its absence of mystique.
She indicated potential openness to acting if the role is fun and challenging, recalling a canceled Netflix movie role.
Handler recounted loudly congratulating Laura Linney at a Goop panel for giving birth at age 50.
She also shared Laura Linney's joke about having a difficult time working with Jason Bateman on 'Ozark.'