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I’m Marcella Arguello, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and host of Tubi’s The Cache. AMA.
Edit - Thanks everyone, if you enjoyed this I know you'll love The Cache streaming free on Tubi!
Hi Reddit. It’s comedian/podcaster/TV host Marcella Arguello, here to answer your questions on life, love, being funny, personal hygiene, and anything else redditors tend to struggle with. Answers start at 10AM PST / 1PM EST!
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More Me:
My comedy clip show The Cache streaming free on Tubi right now.
My podcast with Niccole Thurman, The Scroll Down
My Comedy Album, The Woke Bully
MarcellaArguello34 karma
I loved living with David Gborie (a great comedian for those that dont know!). Sharing a bathroom with him was the worst thing that's ever happened to me.
DeadHeadSticker24 karma
Hi! Love your Twitter. How can we stay informed but not constantly outraged?
MarcellaArguello29 karma
Thank you! I am great at twitter. The trick to staying informed but not constantly outraged is setting boundaries they way you do with anything else. Go outside. Sometimes I call a friend if I’m outraged. You end up talking about something else eventually. Hope that helps!!
BetaAlex8115 karma
Your Beetlejuice costume and antics were some of the best Halloween content I came across on Twitter, thank you for that. How long did it take to get ready? How much help did you have, was it professional? Those Michael Keaton-esque mannerisms...did you practice them? They come naturally? Just incredible stuff.
MarcellaArguello19 karma
THANK YOU. I've always wanted to be Beetlejuice for halloween but knew I needed time to do it right. I did it all myself thankyouverymuch. It took about three hours. I watched the movie early October to start studying the mannerisms. I watched a YouTube make up tutorial to get some ideas. And watched the movie WHILE doing my makeup to refresh on the voice and mannerisms. I actually lost a Funniest Costume contest that night because my hometown has no real sense of humor lmao but THANK YOU, it was my favorite.
BetaAlex818 karma
Absolute home run, made even more impressive that you spent all that time and effort and did it yourself. I don't know who won, but you were robbed!
OleGravyPacket11 karma
Woke Bully was fucking amazing. Do you have any Spotify playlists of comedy you personally like that you can share?
MarcellaArguello16 karma
Thank you, I agree with your incredible mind. I don't, that's a great idea but until then check out Laurie Kilmartin's new album Corset.
kplaysbass10 karma
what's your favorite podcast to be a guest on and what's your favorite just to listen to?
MarcellaArguello32 karma
I really enjoy being on All Fantasy Everything because I get to be mean to them and they’re not fucking crybabies about it ;)
and right now I LOVE the podcast LOUD: the history of reggaeton
babymargaret7 karma
I learned about you from r/AllFantasyEverything - I LOVE how you all interact!
disfordanie8 karma
Why do celebs keep sharing their hygiene habits?! Is it truly narcissism?!
baltinerdist6 karma
My bathroom door constantly sticks. When I first moved into the house, it didn't do this, but over repeated uses now it has gotten harder to close and when you open it, it sticks a bit and you really have to pull to open it. Do you have any advice for how to make it smooth again?
MarcellaArguello15 karma
Hmm, sounds to me like you and your housemates are taking too many long hot showers and your door can no longer handle expanding. I hate to say it but you should seriously consider purchasing a new door before someone gets trapped inside. Also, check for black mold.
milkmade6 karma
Hi Marcella! I recently discovered you on Twitter and think you’re pretty badass.
How tall are you and how do you keep that body so bangin’? As a 6’ tall lady, I need tips!
Also, have you had any disappointing encounters with any comedians/celebrities that you admired? If so, what happened?
MarcellaArguello17 karma
Thank you. It's all lighting and angles and good genes.
Bitch, I'm not talking shit about your faves on reddit r u twisted!!!
babymargaret5 karma
I’ve got young kids and I probably fucking suck at parenting - did your parents do anything particularly good/bad that you want other parents to be aware of?
MarcellaArguello6 karma
I mean the fact that you're asking is already ahead of most parents. I never understood the yelling. I think clearly communicating with them is always good and being aware, as they get older, that they know more than they let on. Thats a big one.
kimmyz2995 karma
You’re totally my WCW by the way!!! How do you watch comedy without being afraid that it’ll subconsciously make you steal the jokes? I’ve always been hesitant because I don’t want it to mess with my natural funny. Tips??
MarcellaArguello8 karma
First of all, it's Tuesday.
Second, there's always parallel thinking. The more you stay true to your own personal experiences the less likely that'll happen.
theredditforwork4 karma
Hi Marcella! If you had one thing to say to David Gborie right now, what would it be?
MarcellaArguello22 karma
Hmm. Great question. My father was a huge Beatles fan, so I hate them all equally. Hope that helps!!
highseasofemotion4 karma
Is there any crowd work that you've done that sticks out in your memory?
MarcellaArguello13 karma
Well, if you've ever seen me live then you know I have a story about breaking a couple up. No further details, come see me live so I can ruin your marriage!!
theshwarts4 karma
Being a comedian I'm sure you've had your fair share of hecklers.
What was your worst experience with hecklers and what happened?
MarcellaArguello7 karma
there was a show where katt williams was sitting in the front row and it was not fun for me. I'll say that! I still love him forever tho.
comedianthrowawayyes3 karma
I enjoy your comedy but I’ve noticed you’re really mean to people on social media. Does this mess with your bookings?
MarcellaArguello14 karma
I don’t think I’m too mean on twitter, I think people are too sensitive. It’s weird when a complete stranger expects you to act a certain way to their reply to you.
Also what stops me from getting booked is sexism.
babymargaret3 karma
Have you encountered many comedians moving up in the business that cant/won’t/don’t do a drug? Do you think the ability to party is a must?
MarcellaArguello8 karma
No, look at Taylor Tomlinson, she's killing the game and doesn't use. Love her btw.
LIP-INJECTIONZ3 karma
Okay, I have one more question, what’s the worst public restroom you've ever used and was it in San Francisco?
MarcellaArguello12 karma
Oh man. I was in WeHo at a gay night club, coke and blood everywhere!!!
MarcellaArguello5 karma
Probably not no, sorry!!!! But thank you for listening, I'm very proud of my album.
KageSaysHella3 karma
Where's your favorite place to eat in Modesto?
If you had the choice, which comedian (living or dead) would you want to work with on a project?
MarcellaArguello5 karma
my favorite place to eat in Modesto is my moms house.
"I don't dream of labor"
ecuchoco3 karma
Saw you in Boston with a crowd that kinda sucked (drunk college chick trying to finish your jokes). Will you be coming back?
Turd-ferg-993 karma
Do you think average height guys or short guys are more intimidated by you?
MarcellaArguello10 karma
Well for me, there's no such thing as average height because they're all shorter than me. And I think they're all equally intimidated.
MarcellaArguello6 karma
Hmmm... tough one but I would say a young Tim Curry as Dr. Frank N. Furter.
MarcellaArguello8 karma
Very simple: me making fun of viral videos in front of a green screen. Free on Tubi check it out: https://tubitv.com/series/300007927/the-cache?start=true
10thunderpigs2 karma
Who was your most influential teacher in school, why, and do they know how much they've impacted you?
MarcellaArguello2 karma
I would say my gender studies professor at Stan State, and she absolutely knows. I was probably 19/20 when I had her and she was just the first person that made me think my life could be more than just staying in Modesto.
MarcellaArguello7 karma
Yes. Actually my brother went as Borat one year for halloween. I also get Howard Stern, Slash and my personal favorite, Slender Man.
leo_cor632 karma
I've been a big fan since I first saw you on @midnight when I was like 15-ish, so I'm curious who you would say is your all-time favorite comedian?
MarcellaArguello4 karma
15!! Thats crazy. Thank you I dont have all time faves because comedians are rarely that consistent. BUT I will forever love Carlin, Bill Burr, Patrice O"Neal and Laurie Kilmartin. And the young guns right now: Lydia Popovich, Petey DeAbreu, David Gborie, Aida Rodriguez.
I_Tell_Penis_jokes2 karma
For those of us who are vertically challenged, what should we know about the tops of our refrigerators?
MarcellaArguello6 karma
Are you doing my material back at me? You know damn well what's up there - FILTH.
I_Tell_Penis_jokes1 karma
Sorry. I couldn't resist. I remember you yelling at everyone in the Brainwash that their fridges were gross.
MarcellaArguello4 karma
we've discussed it and it could work if we cheated on each other the whole time. but girl I've shared a bathroom with him, I'm good.
slmngrndy1 karma
Do you like performing at colleges? I understand a lot of big name comedians quit playing them
babymargaret1 karma
Do questions/comments about your height drive you bonkers or are you pretty used to it?
MarcellaArguello2 karma
It's cute for a moment but I am regular as fuck and prefer people to understand that.
mg4401 karma
how does your approach to performance differ from stage to tv to podcast? When you’re on TV do you think about the camera/audience at home, or just focus on staying present
T3canolis29 karma
What is your best safe-to-share story about living with David Gborie?
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