GUEST: Joe DeRosa

Joe DeRosa (born August 6, 1977) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, podcaster, musician, and restaurateur known for his raw, unfiltered comedy style blending brutal honesty and frustration with the world. He began his career in the early 2000s performing in Philadelphia and later New York City comedy clubs, quickly gaining recognition with appearances on shows like Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend” and “Comedy Central Presents.”
DeRosa has released several comedy albums including The Depression Auction and You Let Me Down, and made notable television appearances on Better Call Saul (as Dr. Caldera), Louie, Inside Amy Schumer, and Bored to Death. He has writing credits on Netflix’s Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp and Crashing, and co-wrote and starred in the short film Cheat.
In addition, Joe co-hosts the podcasts We’ll See You in Hell and Taste Buds, and in 2021 opened Joey Roses, a popular sandwich shop in New York City. His comedy is marked by sharp wit, vulnerability, and a countercultural edge, making him a favorite on the stand-up circuit and beyond.
Title: The Vile Horrendous with Joe DeRosa
Host(s): Bobby Lee and Andrew Santino
Guest(s): Joe DeRosa
Episode Number: 283
Air Date: Aug 18, 2025
Merch Call to Action: Last chance for hats, shirts, and socks from Bad Friends merch. (0 to 29 seconds)
Drunk Charm: Joe DeRosa and the hosts talk about how charming Bobby Lee is when he has a slight buzz. (48 to 110 seconds)
Sponsor Read (Acorns): The hosts introduce the sponsor Acorns and talk about the app's features. (110 to 191 seconds)
Comedy Club Stories: Joe DeRosa tells a story about meeting a guy who was a fan of his at a club. (492 to 670 seconds)
Sponsor Read (Factor): The hosts read a sponsor ad for Factor, a meal delivery service. (670 to 734 seconds)
Mikel Arteta and Comedy: Discussion about the Arsenal coach and how he could be a comedian. (734 to 860 seconds)
Moving from LA to New York: Joe DeRosa talks about leaving Los Angeles and his love for New York. (1043 to 1184 seconds)
Sponsor Read (True Classic): The hosts read an ad for True Classic, an apparel brand. (1184 to 1251 seconds)
Keith and the Girl: The hosts discuss the podcast Keith and the Girl and their live streams. (4200 to 4250 seconds)
Joe DeRosa: https://www.google.com/search?q=Joe+DeRosa+comedian
Bobby Lee: https://www.google.com/search?q=Bobby+Lee+comedian
Andrew Santino: https://www.google.com/search?q=Andrew+Santino+comedian
Charles Bukowski: https://www.google.com/search?q=Charles+Bukowski+writer
Andrea Jin: https://www.google.com/search?q=Andrea+Jin+comedian
Carlos: https://www.google.com/search?q=Carlos+Bad+Friends+podcast
Sarah Melo: https://www.google.com/search?q=Sarah+Melo+comedian
Marc Maron: https://www.google.com/search?q=Marc+Maron+comedian
Bill Burr: https://www.google.com/search?q=Bill+Burr+comedian
Rob McElhenney: https://www.google.com/search?q=Rob+McElhenney+actor
Pat Walsh: https://www.google.com/search?q=Pat+Walsh+comedian
Les Moonves: https://www.google.com/search?q=Les+Moonves+CBS
Mikel Arteta: https://www.google.com/search?q=Mikel+Arteta+football+coach
Oneonta, New York: https://www.google.com/search?q=Oneonta+New+York+college
Bethlehem: https://www.google.com/search?q=Bethlehem
Acorns app: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Acorns+app
Factor meals: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Factor+meals
True Classic: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=True+Classic+apparel
Bad Friends Merch: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bad+Friends+merch
Joe DeRosa's Tour: Mention of being on tour and being tired. (1165 seconds)
Joe DeRosa's Wild Comedy: Joe tells a story about his history with Bobby and how they used to "wild out" on stage together. (1930 seconds)
Getting Fired from CBS: Joe tells a story about a CBS executive, Les Moonves, telling him he was "too disgusting" and firing him from a show. (2060 seconds)
Bobby's Drunk Charm: The hosts make fun of how Bobby Lee becomes a "charming charmer" and "dapper" when he has a slight buzz. (48 seconds)
Comedy is about finding the joy: A humorous take on how they're all in comedy because they're looking for joy, but they're not getting it. (1870 seconds)
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Dr.+Jekyll+and+Mr.+Hyde+book
Lord of the Rings: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Lord+of+the+Rings
Better Call Saul: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3032476/
Wet Hot American Summer: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Wet+Hot+American+Summer
Jeff and Some Aliens: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6027376/
Casablanca: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034583/
Iron Maiden: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Iron+Maiden+band
The Trooper: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Trooper+song
Sex and the City: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0159206/
And Just Like That...: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13912166/
Keith and the Girl: https://www.google.com/search?q=Keith+and+The+Girl+podcast
The Comedy Store: https://www.google.com/search?q=The+Comedy+Store+Los+Angeles
Laugh Factory: https://www.google.com/search?q=Laugh+Factory
Comedy Cellar: https://www.google.com/search?q=Comedy+Cellar+New+York
Tommy Bahama: https://www.google.com/search?q=Tommy+Bahama+restaurant
Margaritaville: https://www.google.com/search?q=Margaritaville+restaurant
Cigarettes: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cigarettes
Lighter: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lighter
Dog stuff: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dog+stuff
Tennis balls: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tennis+balls
