Ep 22. Ken Tries Stand Up

Ken Tries Stand Up follows Ken Jeong, who is also the executive producer and star of this series, as he embarks on a new adventure – stand-up comedy. Dr. Ken is a medical practitioner and is well-known for his unconventional ways of handling patients, but in this episode, he tries to step outside of his comfort zone and explore his comedic side.

The episode premieres with Ken and his wife, Allison, at a comedy club enjoying a night out. Watching the comedians perform, Ken is inspired to give stand-up comedy a try. Desperate for a new challenge, he decides to sign up for an open mic night at the same comedy club where they are watching.

Ken struggles with his routine as he tries to come up with fresh and funny material. He enlists the help of his fellow doctors, including Pat and Damona, to bounce ideas off of them, but he still finds himself struggling to find the right material for his routine.

Allison is skeptical about his new endeavor, but Ken is determined to give it a shot. As he prepares to take the stage, he is overcome with nerves. He worries about the audience's reaction and whether his jokes will land.

Finally, it's Ken's turn on stage, and he jumps right in, delivering a raunchy joke that falls flat. As he stumbles through his routine, he realizes that performing stand-up comedy is harder than he thought. His jokes fall flat, and no one laughs.

As the night goes on, Ken continues to struggle on stage. But, despite the audience's lack of reaction, he refuses to give up. He knows that comedy is subjective, and he may not be everyone's cup of tea.

After the open mic night, Ken is heartbroken, but he doesn't give up. He knows that his comedy needs work, and he vows to work on his material. He enlists the help of a fellow comedian to coach him and help him refine his routine.

As Ken gets back on stage for an encore, he receives a warmer reception from the audience, and he finally feels like he has cracked the code to stand-up comedy. He realizes that it takes a lot of hard work and dedication, but he is determined to pursue it further.

Ken Tries Stand Up is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that showcases Ken Jeong's comedic talents. It's an episode that everyone can relate to, as we all have dreams and aspirations that we want to pursue. Despite the odds against him, Ken proves that with hard work and determination, he can achieve his goal of becoming a successful comedian.