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Knives & Spoons
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Knives & Spoons is a raw, darkly funny, and deeply honest memoir chronicling the turbulent childhood of comedian and entrepreneur Luis J. Gomez. Beginning with the devastating loss of his father and ending with the equally tragic death of his mother, this book offers an unflinching look at a life shaped by heartbreak, chaos, and resilience.
Through vivid storytelling, Gomez navigates the highs and lows of a childhood marked by bullying, drug abuse, petty crime, and the crushing weight of poverty. Yet, amidst the darkness, readers will witness the origins of the humor that would define him—a defense mechanism turned into a powerful tool for survival and success.
A memoir that pulls no punches, this is a story about finding strength in unlikely places, about the power of laughter in the face of pain, and transforming even the darkest moments into fuel for success. Bold, unapologetic, and deeply moving, Knives & Spoons is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Through vivid storytelling, Gomez navigates the highs and lows of a childhood marked by bullying, drug abuse, petty crime, and the crushing weight of poverty. Yet, amidst the darkness, readers will witness the origins of the humor that would define him—a defense mechanism turned into a powerful tool for survival and success.
A memoir that pulls no punches, this is a story about finding strength in unlikely places, about the power of laughter in the face of pain, and transforming even the darkest moments into fuel for success. Bold, unapologetic, and deeply moving, Knives & Spoons is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
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About Luis J. Gomez
Luis J. Gomez is a comedian, writer, podcaster, and producer based in New York City. He is best known for hosting the popular podcasts Legion of Skanks, The Regz, and Real Ass Podcast. His television appearances include NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” Comedy Central’s “Roast Battle,” TruTV’s “Comedy Knockout,” two seasons of NBCU Seeso’s “What’s Your F@%king Deal?!,” “The Jim Gaffigan Show,” and more. Luis is a seasoned stand up who has performed his brand of edgy, in-your-face comedy all over the world. He was named a “Breakout Performer” at the prestigious Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and has performed at the Moontower Comedy Festival and on Bert Kreischer’s “Fully Loaded Tour.” Luis regularly appears on the largest podcasts in the world, such as The Joe Rogan Experience, Kill Tony, The Tim Dillon Show, and Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast. In 2016, Luis started the GaS Digital Network with his good friend and fellow podcaster, Ralph Sutton. That same year, he co-created the comedy festival Skankfest, which has now sold out seven years in a row and has amassed a cult-like following among comedy fans worldwide!
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