Free Audio Book : Tremendous, by Joey “Coco” Diaz

A pariah. An outsider. A lawbreaker. An ex-convict... A cinematic icon. A dedicated family man. A humorist of legendary status.

Joey Diaz has worn many hats and been assigned countless labels. Now, in a groundbreaking move, he offers an unfiltered account of his unexpected ascension to stardom.

At present, he's featured in blockbuster movies, leads fully-booked tours, and is the voice behind the widely followed Uncle Joey’s Joint podcast. He's a caring father whose life wasn't always as ideal. Joey "Coco" Diaz attributes his accomplishments to his "immigrant mentality"—a relentless work ethic instilled in him by his mother, and a beacon for many battling the harsh realities of feeling alienated.

Diaz didn't always bask in the limelight, but comedy was ever-present in his soul—it just took time for him to realize it. His younger years were quite eventful: assisting his resilient mother in her bar, handling a firearm at the tender age of six, and later descending into the underworld of drug dealing and incarceration.

Tremendous charts the journey of Diaz's life, from a challenging childhood and wayward youth to his ultimate destiny in comedy. It's a memoir that will captivate immigrants, celebrity story enthusiasts, and comedy lovers alike with its uncensored, comedic, and starkly authentic narrative.

It's not a tale for the delicate, or for those unfamiliar with the reality of spending a week sleeping on playground equipment. Amidst the discovery of his mother's body, high-risk criminal activities, battles with addiction and depression, there lie numerous dark chapters in this saga. Diaz lays it all bare with raw honesty and wit, employing the same distinctive voice he'd use while engaging you from the stage or at a bar. He also unravels the tale of his unlikely climb to success and the rough journey that paved the way.

As a beacon of hope for every oddball out there, Tremendous is a masterclass in storytelling. It serves as a testament to the fact that even the most seemingly hopeless situations can evolve in ways beyond our wildest imaginations.