Hi, I’m Reggie Watts, comedian, musician, and author of GREAT FALLS, MT. Ask me anything!

What’s the stress level like running the house band for a late night show? How did you decide you wanted to take the gig?

Stress level is pretty low. In the beginning it took some getting used to, but it quickly leveled out. I took the gig because they allowed me to do whatever I needed to do for the job.

Holy shit! I loved your old band Maktub - well, still do. I was in Portland in 2002-ish in a dark bar and heard you guys play No Quarter. Instant fan!

Do you miss being on the road with a band? I certainly miss seeing you at High Sierra and The Independent.

Also, thanks for the 'Tram Heavy Black Frame' recommendation from your last AMA. You're right. Perfect baby making music.

I loved being in bands, but I don’t necessarily miss it. It’s a lot of work but very rewarding.

You did a performance of a song called Information on CONAN with the Dance Cartel once and it was one of my favorite songs of all time. It’s not on YouTube anymore and I need to listen to it. Can you bring it back?

I’ll ask the Kohn team. I think the song was called information

Mr. Watts, in the past I’ve asked plenty of people (from scientists to actors, musicians to pornstars) whether a hotdog was technically a sandwich. But as a got a older in my years, I’ve come to terms with my youthful arrogance and I think I’ve got a new and improved question that deserves the right answer:

Is a hotdog a taco?

Yes, a hotdog is a type of taco

How did you enjoy Jeopardy?

I had a really good time on Jeopardy. I wish that I had a less hyper coplayer but it was really fun.

Hi Reggie! Thank you for doing this AMA. Now that your memoir is out, what has been the most surprising response you've had from readers? What part of your story was hardest to dive into in the book?

Not really a surprise, but definitely a comfort is that people really resonate with being an outsider. I guess many people have always seen themselves as such. Maybe talking about my mother, was the most difficult part her death.

What sources do you draw from for inspiration for all of your wacky shit? Everything I've seen has always seemed pretty out there in a sorta uncommon way. Hard to put my finger on it but not many do it like you, maybe it's just a more refined level of chaos.

Also, story time, your vide for Fuck Shit Stack blew me away when I was a wee lad. Had dozed off watching something on Adult Swim and woke up to that beautiful monstrosity of a video/song. My mind didn't know what to think of it, thought I was dreaming. And since I wasn't super familiar with The Internet™ I could never find it again and assumed it was a dream until much later in my life. But that was a pivotal moment in my development, I think I can trace all my interest in the weird and wacky back to that moment. So thank you.

And the mods say I can ask for more proof so can we get like a back of the knee shot to really confirm?

Ha ha yes, it really is me!

Is Cibo Matto the most amazing band on the planet?

One of the best

Hey Reggie! What's your favorite way to hit the mental reset button and find new inspiration when you're not feeling particularly creative?

I usually just play video games take a walk or take a nap. Then I might have a feel free for some boost inspiration.

Are you also surprised at websites running with your comments about Tool? Because as a Tool fan, you didn't even say anything rude.

But my real question: where are you on the call sheet?

Yeah, I don’t think I said anything terrible about tool. It was just a personal experience. How do you mean the call sheet?

What music are you currently digging into and enjoying lately ? Also what do you think of sandwich?

Really loving, visible cloaks. It’s ambient music but it’s just brilliant.

What's the first thing you bought after you felt you "made it" in the industry?

A really nice stereo

What does the experience of joy feel like to you?

It feels Automatik with no effort at all!

How does one go about getting a loaner 911 from Porsche?

Just contact Porsche and see if they’ll do it!

What’s your preferred handgun?

Sig P 226

Was expecting a Glock but I understand some people are wrong

Glock=Volkswagen

Sig=Porsche

Both great options one a bit more groovy