When news silences satire: Why firing Kathy Griffin today weakens Anderson Cooper tomorrow
When the media takes down a comedian, we all lose. When the hubbub of Twitter firestarters and talking heads are starting fights to fill time, and when those shrillest voices of dissent cost a satirist their livelihoods, there is no excuse. It’s as wrong as it is shortsighted — and sadly, it seems to be happening more […]
Kumail Nanjiani visits “The Daily Show” to discuss his new movie and racial stereotypes
Last night, comedian and Silicon Valley star Kumail Nanjiani stopped by The Daily Show to talk about his new movie, The Big Sick, and to talk accents with host Trevor Noah. “What’s been really exciting for me is watching how you don’t always play the role that many people would want your accent to play,” Noah […]
Watch the premiere episode of Viceland’s “Funny How?” and learn all about the world of Christian comedy
Viceland’s latest comedy-centric show premiered last night, and you can stream the first full episode right now. Funny How?, a week-long miniseries hosted by comedy historian Kliph Nesteroff, takes an in-depth look at “the broad themes of the profession,” from tackling taboo topics to exploring fringe scenes — like the first episode, “For The Love […]
Pete Holmes gives a little insight into his new HBO show “Crashing”
In anticipation of Crashing, comedian Pete Holmes’ mostly autobiographical new show about a recently divorced stand-up setting out in the big city, The Daily Beast sat down with Holmes to talk “comedy, sex, and god” – the comics’ three areas of expertise. Holmes – the former host of TBS’ The Pete Holmes Show, which was […]
This week on TV: Despite all odds, “The Conners” premieres
Tuesday night is the night to tune into ABC for a premiere of a slew of its new comedy programming. Well, sorta new programming. As the much-ballyhooed revival of the reboot of Roseanne post Roseanne firing is set to premiere. The Conners will premiere on Tuesday night. Call it a new series, call it a […]
This week on TV: This week at the Comedy Cellar starts this week
The Comedy Cellar in New York is one of the most iconic comedy clubs in the nation, serving as a home base for some of comedies biggest names past and present. Many comedians consider getting passed (becoming a paid regular) at the club a high watermark on their resume in becoming a professional stand-up comedian. […]
Conan’s A Creep (video)
Apparently, Conan O’ Brien is covering Radiohead’s “Creep” on his current “Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television Tour.” We’re not quite sure what’s funnier – his rendition, or the mustache Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo is rocking for their cover of the same jam. You be the judge below.
Who Knew The iPad Was Such A Source For Comedy?
We’re less than 24 hours away from the release of Apple’s newest gadget, the iPad. We all know at least one person that’s planning to wait in line to get their hands on the device. But what we might now know is how big a source for comedy said iPad has been for television? It […]
Nikki Glaser, “Everybody’s In LA” & “Hacks” Among Top Comedy TV Nominees For 30th Critics Choice Awards
Nikki Glaser, John Mulaney’s Everybody’s In LA & Hacks. Courtesy of HBO/Max & Netflix. The Critics Choice Association (CCA) today announced the TV category nominees for the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards set to air on E! Sunday, January 12th with host Chelsea Handler. And among this year’s comedy nominations: stand-up comedy, late night & […]
“Mo” Reveals First Look & Premiere Date For Season Two On Netflix
Courtesy of Netflix. After more than two years since the premiere of the acclaimed Netflix comedy series Mo, starring stand-up comedian Mo Amer & co-created by him & fellow comic Ramy Youssef, we’ve finally got a return date for its second & final season. Mo has announced its January 30th, 2025 season two premiere date […]