Before they were killing on stage, they were just trying to make it — and comedian Anthony Amorello wants to know how.
In Paving New Roads, the veteran stand-up and former asphalt man sits down with comedy’s most compelling voices to uncover the gritty, funny, and downright weird paths that led them to success.
Recorded high above Sunset Boulevard at the legendary Andaz West Hollywood, just steps from The Comedy Store, each episode mixes raw storytelling with sharp humor and a dash of Hollywood chaos. From tales of early jobs and side hustles to lessons learned bombing in dive bars, Paving New Roads is where real comedians share what it really takes to make it.
Whether you’re chasing your own dream or just love a good laugh about the hustle, Paving New Roads with Anthony Amorello is the podcast that proves every detour can still lead to the stage.
This week, you’re going to laugh and finally feel something at the same time.
In this episode, comedy star Saul Trujillo gives us a convo that shows you how much of a struggle being a comedian in LA can be. Saul opens with his journey through stand-up comedy, what it actually takes to make it, and the life experiences that almost broke him.
You’ll hear about his first job at John’s Incredible Pizza, why getting jumped can be normal where he’s from, gambling all night then still showing up to work full days, and even what it was like living out of his car. You may recognize Saul from Funny AF with Kevin Hart on Netflix (dropping next month), his appearance on Late Night with Stephen Colbert, or his stand-up special “Yolanda” now streaming on Apple TV. If you’re into comedy podcasts, stand-up, real-life stories, mindset, and growth, this episode delivers.
It’s funny, and it’s the kind of convo that just sticks with you.
Checkout previous episodes of Paving New Roads HERE
