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Comedians Regret Austin Move: 'Soulless' Comedy Scene

7/30/2025

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Joe Rogan's 2020 relocation from Los Angeles to Austin promised a vibrant new chapter, lured by lower taxes and fewer restrictions. Yet, comedians Shane Gillis and Tim Dillon now voice their disillusionment, branding Austin as "soulless" and lamenting its oppressive heat and homelessness, expressing deep regret over their choice amid a lackluster comedy scene.

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Joe Rogan's 2020 relocation from Los Angeles to Austin promised a vibrant new chapter, lured by lower taxes and fewer restrictions. Yet, comedians Shane Gillis and Tim Dillon now voice their disillusionment, branding Austin as "soulless" and lamenting its oppressive heat and homelessness, expressing deep regret over their choice amid a lackluster comedy scene.