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Comedy Central Developing a “TripTank” Spin-Off and “The Amazing Danny” From Sean Donnelly and Alessandro Minoli

November 25, 2014

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(via The Hollywood Reporter)

Comedy Central has announced its latest addition to their development slate, which is two live action/animated hybrid projects from Sean Donnelly (Note: not this Sean Donnelly) and Alessandro Minoli.

One, Jeff & Some Aliens, follows an average guy voiced by Brett Gelman whom aliens will base the fate of the entire human race. It was one of a series of animated shorts on TripTank, which aired on Comedy Central earlier this year. The other, The Amazing Danny, delves into “the mind of a lovable schlub in his mid-20s”.

If both go to series, it would be surprising if they didn’t have a series crossover.

UCB’s Beige Knows How to Give a Farewell

November 24, 2014

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If you ever have to part ways with any sort of group, hope that this sketch from UCB’s Beige in NYC is how that they send you off.

If that is how you get a farewell, you must be part of one hell of a sketch group.

Help “Keith and The Girl” Do 30 Hour Comedy Marathon and a Tour Marking 10 Years Anniversary

November 24, 2014

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There are very few podcasts, let alone comedy podcasts, that have made it to a decade of longevity and are still thriving after all this time.

One of those podcasts is Keith and the Girl with Keith Malley and Chemda Khalili and they’re coming up on the 10 year milestone with their show. It’s a big occasion and Keith and Chemda have something appropriately big in store to celebrate.

They are gearing up to go on tour across the U.S. as well as do a 30 hour comedy marathon featuring a plethora of great comedians. That all sounds great, but they’re doing a Kickstarter to raise enough money to pull all of their 10 year master plan off.

They’re looking to raise $15,000 by Dec. 19th and, as of this post, are at $6,216. Watch their video, read about the prizes, and donate to their Kickstarter here.

Submissions for 2015 Bridgetown Comedy Festival Now Open

November 24, 2014

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One of our favorite comedy festivals The Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland, OR is raring up for their 2015 edition and if you want to possibly be one of their performers, you can now make a submission as an individual performer or a show a la Competitive Erotic Fan Fiction, Set List, etc.

For now, the submission fee is discounted at $20 until Jan. 11th and it goes up to $25 until Feb. 1st. Bridgetown will then take place May 7th-May 10th.

If you want to submit, do so here.

Nick Offerman’s “American Ham” Comedy Special Will Be on Netflix Next Month

November 24, 2014

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I made you a gift of #Ham. @BarackObama @VogtRoberts @netflix @carrieunderwood I am a HUMORIST. 12/12 on NETFLIX. pic.twitter.com/kDP4LD2mVZ

— Nick Offerman (@Nick_Offerman)

November 24, 2014

On top of being Ron Swanson, a craftsman entrepreneur, and a proponent of a positive facial hair inspired lifestyle, Nick Offerman has also made a comedy special entitled American Ham, directed by Jordan Vogt Roberts (Mash Up, Kings of Summer, You’re The Worst), that has only played at Sundance thus far.

Well, it will be now coming to Netflix on Dec. 12th. So, American Ham should be the holiday ham that we all have this holiday season.

Rashida Jones and Rob Lowe Will Return to Parks and Recreation for Final Season

November 24, 2014

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The seventh and final season of Parks and Recreation will indeed have Ann Perkins and Chris Traeger back in the mix. Amidst all of their project that they’re developing or that they’re actually in, Rashida Jones and Rob Lowe have made time to return to Pawnee once more.

Mark Brendanawicz/Paul Schneider, however, has yet to be seen again from seasons 1 and 2.

John Oliver on Turkey Pardoning and When Last Week Tonight Is Coming Back

November 24, 2014

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John Oliver and company on Last Week Tonight are having the holiday season off. However, they made sure to make another web exclusive video breaking down the ridiculous tradition of the Presidential Turkey Pardon just in time for Thanksgiving.

While breaking down a time honored tradition by the Executive Office of The United States, Oliver also mentions that they’ll be back in February, which will leave more than plenty for him and his team to catch up on.

LA Comedy Rundown 11/24/14

November 24, 2014

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ON THE HORIZON
Andres du Bouchet Record Release Party @ The Federal Bar Tues. Nov. 25th 8:30PM $10
Barry Rothbart is Famous Now, Seriously @ UCB Franklin Tues. Dec. 2nd 7PM $5

COMEDY CRAWL
Stories Books & Cafe Presents: Up on the Roof @ Ace Hotel-Rooftop 7:30PM FREE
SideOneDummy Presents: Greatest Hits @ Comedy Central Stages 8PM FREE w/RSVP
Hot Tub with Kurt Braunohler & Kristen Schaal @ The Virgil 8PM $5 in adv., $8 at door
The Heart, She Holler Season 3 Sneak Preview @ Cinefamily 8PM FREE w/RSVP
The Black Version @ Groundlings 8PM $17
The Blind Barber’s Secret Show @ The Blind Barber 8PM FREE w/RSVP
The Night of Our Lives @ UCB Sunset 8:30PM $5
Behind the Bookcase with Jay Larson @ Bar Covell 8:30PM $5 w/password (password: #GiveMeThatGumbo)
Getting Doug with High @ Largo at the Coronet Theatre 8:30PM $20 (stand by only)
Kibitz Room Comedy @ Canter’s 9PM FREE
FRINGE with JC Coccoli @ 1739 Public House 10PM FREE
The Very Important Show @ UCB Franklin 11PM $5

OPEN MIC RUN
SAL’S COMEDY HOLE 7356 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 5PM/Starts 6PM/5 min./First come, first served
SARDO’S 259 N. Pass Ave., Burbank, CA/Sign-up 6PM/Starts 6:30PM/Ends 8:30PM/7 min./First come, first served/15 guaranteed spots/1 drink min.
ROCKPAPER COFFEE 7509 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 5PM/Starts 6PM/End 8PM/First come, first served/One item min.
IO WEST 6366 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 6:15PM/Starts 6:30PM/Ends 8PM/Lottery/3-5 min.
ANCHOR BAR 2675 Irvine Ave., Costa Mesa, CA/Starts 7PM/Sign-up at evan@dudelyjones.com/4-5 min.
THE WAREHOUSE LOUNGE 4499 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, CA/Starts 7PM/Ends 7:45PM/First come, first served/5 min./8 spots only/No purchase necessary
THE GOOD NIGHT 10721 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood, CA/Sign-up 7:30PM/Starts 7:45PM/Ends 9:30PM/Lottery/3-5 min./1 item min./Hosted by Ever Mainaird, Lisa Laureta, Ryan Walker, and Caitlin Bergh
ECHOES UNDER SUNSET 1310 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 8PM/Starts 8:15PM/Lottery/One item min./Hosted by Jay Weingarten
TRIBAL CAFE 1651 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 7:30PM/no purchase necessary/first come, first served
BREWDOG PUB 8300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 7:45PM/Starts 8PM/First come, first served/5-7 min./Hosted by Pamela/1 item min.
THE PALACE RESTAURANT 2112 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 8:45PM/Starts 9PM/3 min./Lottery/1 item min./Hosted by Meg Swertlow, Wanjiko Eke, Chloe McGovern
JAKE’S 38 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA/Sign-up 9:30PM/Starts 10PM/Lottery/3 min./No purchase necessary

Jason Bateman on How He Would Host a Talk Show, Kids, and Will Arnett

November 24, 2014

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Jason Bateman is always a good late night guest with his stories, quips, reactions, etc. His panel interview from Conan this week is a perfect example.

Going through dealing with kids, how horrific a talk show would be for him to want to host it, and addressing the “bromance” with Will Arnett, Bateman showcases why Conan O’Brien asked him about talk show hosting.

Neil Gaiman Reads Entries For “Bad Gaiman Challenge” on Wits

November 23, 2014

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The latest wonderful meta pop culture mash-up for John Moe to cook up on Wits is a doozy as he got people’s submissions for a “Bad Gaiman Challenge”, where people do their worst written impression of Neil Gaiman’s prose, and had none other than Neil Gaiman read it aloud.

Despite it being the most exaggerated that Gaiman-esque passages could be, Neil’s voice makes it all the better. Watch/listen here.

Please Enjoy Brent Weinbach’s Latest Short Film “I Don’t Dance”

November 23, 2014

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Whether you know it or not, you’ve probably enjoyed the directorial efforts of Brent Weinbach before. If you’ve seen Gangsta Hotline or Busdriver’s brand new music video, then you most certainly have enjoyed Weinbach’s touch as a director.

So, with that in mind, please do yourself a favor and enjoy Weinbach’s latest work, in which he stars, writes, produces, and directs, “I Don’t Dance”.

FX/FXx Announces Premiere Dates for Archer, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Man Seeking Woman

November 23, 2014

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(via HitFix)

January 2015 is setting to be a good month to tune into FX and FXx.

Both networks have premieres of several season and series premieres lined up, which you shouldn’t miss.

Season 6 of Archer starts Thurs. Jan. 8th 10PM on FX.
Season 10 of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia starts Wed. Jan. 14th 10PM on FXx.
Series premiere of Man Seeking Woman starring Jay Baruchel debuts Wed. Jan. 14th at 10:30PM on FXx.

Plan your January accordingly.

Conan Explores What You Would Do With a 10 Second Earthquake Warning App

November 23, 2014

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If you live in Southern California, you probably have the ever present fear of a big earthquake looming in your psyche. While there has been an app that could possibly detect and warn you of an earthquake, it could only supposedly give you a 10-second warning.

What can you do with that 10 seconds?

Don’t answer or think about it. Let Conan O’Brien and company do that for you because their answer is probably way more entertaining yours.

LA Comedy Rundown 11/23/14

November 23, 2014

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ON THE HORIZON
Anderson & Anthony @ Steve Allen Theater Mon. Dec. 1st 8PM $8
Rendezvous @ Artisan House LA Sun. Dec. 7th 8PM FREE

COMEDY CRAWL
ASSSSCAT @ UCB Theatre 7PM FREE
Harmontown @ Nerdmelt Showroom 8PM $10
Re-Animator The Musical @ Steve Allen Theater 8PM $25/$12.50 w/Goldstar
Top Story Weekly @ iO West 8PM $5
Bo Burnham & Friends @ Largo at the Coronet Theatre 8:30PM $30 (stand by only)
Church @ UCB Sunset 9PM $5
French Toast @ Taix 9:30PM FREE
Power Violence @ Theatre 6470 9:30PM FREE
Shitty Jobs @ UCB Franklin 9:30PM $5 (stand by only)
Search History @ UCB Franklin 11PM $5

OPEN MIC RUN
ROCKPAPER COFFEE CO 7509 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 4PM/Ends 6PM/5 min./One item min.
TRIBAL CAFE 1651 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 5PM/Ends 7PM/First come, first served/No purchase necessary/Hosted by Chris Gardener
SILVERLAKE LOUNGE 2906 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 4:30PM/Starts 5PM/Lottery/5 min./Hosted by Lizzy Pilcher
SAL’S COMEDY HOLE 7356 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 5PM/Starts 6PM/5 min./First come, first served
LYRIC HYPERION THEATRE 2106 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 7PM/3 min./Lottery/No purchase necessary/Hosted by Miranda King and Kat Yeary
THE LEXINGTON 129 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA/Sign up is 12PM at Facebook page/See http://www.facebook.com/BombShelterComedy for more info and to sign up/Starts 5PM/Ends 9PM/Lottery/5 min./Hosted by John Silver & Ryan Pfeiffer
LIQUID ZOO 7214 Sepulveda Blvd., Van Nuys, CA/Sign-up 8:30PM/Starts 9PM/First come, first served/7 min./One drink min.
THE PALACE RESTAURANT 2112 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 8:30PM/Starts 8:45PM/Lottery/No purchase necessary/Hosted by Harry Moroz, Pedro Salinas, and Sarah Morisano
COCK N BULL 2947 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA/Sign-up 8:45PM/Starts 9PM/First come, first served/5 min./No purchase necessary
THE COMEDY STORE BELLY ROOM 8433 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 11:30PM/Lottery/3 min./Hosted by Erik Marino and Brian Moses

Lauren Lapkus Plays Special Guest Every Time on Her New Earwolf Podcast

November 23, 2014

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Rather than taking on hosting duties of a new podcast and leading new conversations within the same arena, Lauren Lapkus is making herself just a guest of her own podcast on Earwolf, “With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus”, where she’ll have guests host whatever “podcast” they choose.

For instance, this first episode has Lauren in character as a guest on Paul F. Tompkins one-off podcast Public Domain. We’re hooked on the idea alone and we’ll be listening to this before we’re even going to try to catch up with the rest of you with Serial.

Listen/subscribe here.

“Entertainer at Rest” Takes a In-Depth Look at Comedian Matt Champagne In His Home

November 22, 2014

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Entertainer at Rest is a series where one Alex MacInnis takes a look into the quieter moments in the life of a performer, particularly the ones at home.

It’s fascinating to see the contrast of someone that’s, perhaps, so lively on stage and very reserved at home. Just take a look at the latest episode following the hilarious Matt Champagne in his apartment sans cars or coffee.

Cameron Esposito Answers Your Questions That You’d Ask a Lesbian

November 22, 2014

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One of the more informative and funny BuzzFeed videos of late is a series of a questions that many people are curious about when it comes to lesbians.

BuzzFeed got some great answers to those questions that come from none other than the hilarious Cameron Esposito along with her fiancee Rhea Butcher.

Watch Questions You Want To Ask A Lesbian here.

If You’re Wondering Why The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club Is Closed…

November 22, 2014

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(via The Hollywood Reporter)

Currently, The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club at Universal CityWalk has shut down and ceased any and all operations. Their Twitter avatar even reads “CLOSED”.

Now, you might wondering why that might be.

Well, there has been a financial dispute between the club’s namesake Jon Lovitz and the man Lovitz hired to manage the club, Frank Kelley. Both alleged several claims of irresponsible handling of money for and made by The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club. Such claims include Lovitz saying Kelley pocketed money for performers and Kelley saying Lovitz not offering needed financial backing for the venue.

However, both have now amicably resolved the dispute, but the club still remains closed and, according to our sources, they might be moving to another new location. Details on when and where they would happen, if that is indeed the next step for The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club, have yet to be announced.

Conan’s Propmaster Bill Tull Gives His Budget Thanksgiving Tips

November 22, 2014

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One of our favorite on-going bits on Conan is the Budget Tips of Conan’s propmaster Bill Tull. If you’re in a pinch, money wise, Tull’s timely tips are helpful, sort of.

Watch the Thanksgiving edition here.

LA Comedy Rundown 11/22/14

November 22, 2014

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ON THE HORIZON
Power Violence @ Theatre 6470 Sun. Nov. 23rd 9:30PM FREE
Richard Pryor: Live in Concert & Live on Sunset @ New Beverly Cinema Wed. Nov. 26th 7:30PM $8

COMEDY CRAWL
ANIMATION BREAKDOWN 2014: Sat. Afternoon Warner Bros. Toons Hosted by Phil Lord and Chris Miller @ Cinefamily 2PM $12
Best of UCB Sketch @ UCB Sunset 7PM $5
Last Comic Standing Tour @ Saban Theatre 8PM $39-$75/$17.50 w/Goldstar
An Evening with David Sedaris @ Long Beach Convention Center 8PM $30-$50
Brian Posehn @ Hollywood Improv 8PM/10PM $18/2 item min.
Ithamar Has Nothing to Say @ Second City Hollywood 8PM $10/$5 w/Goldstar
Re-Animator: The Musical @ Steve Allen Theater 8PM $25/$12.50 w/Goldstar
Yellahammered! in Los Angeles, CA 8PM FREE
ASSSSCAT @ UCB Franklin 8PM $10 (stand by only)
Pete Holmes Living at Largo @ Largo at the Coronet Theatre 8:30PM $30
Jensen Karp & Sean O’Connor Live @ UCB Sunset 9PM $10 (stand by only)
The Movember Nerdmelt Comedy @ Nerdmelt Showroom 9PM $10
ANIMATION BREAKDOWN 2014: Fox ADHD Animation Hour w/Ben Jones & Friends @ Cinefamily 9:30PM $12
Underbelly @ Echoes Under Sunset 10PM FREE
Ben Schwartz Presents Snowpants @ UCB Franklin 10PM $10 (stand by only)
Punchline Punchout @ Nerdmelt Showroom 10PM FREE
Don’t Stop or We’ll Die @ UCB Sunset 10:30PM $5
12 Shiny Nickels @ Westside Comedy Theater 11:30PM $10
Let’s PARTY @ UCB Franklin MIDNIGHT $5
Tomorrow w/Ron Lynch @ Steve Allen Theater MIDNIGHT $8

OPEN MIC RUN
ROCKPAPER COFFEE CO 7509 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 3:30PM/Starts 4PM/Ends 6PM/5 min./One item min
MAKAI COFFEE 2771 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA/Sign-up 4:30PM/Starts 5PM/First come, first served/5-7 min./No purchase necessary
SAL’S COMEDY HOLE 7356 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 5PM/Starts 6PM/5 min./First come, first served
FLAPPERS BURBANK YOOHOO ROOM 102 E. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA/Starts 4:30PM/First come, first served
THE LEXINGTON 129 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 6:30PM/Starts 6:45PM/First come, first served/5 min./No purchase necessary/Hosted by Kasey Koop and Jenny Young
GROUNDWORK COFFEE 1501 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, CA/Starts 7PM/Ends 10PM/First come, first served/5 min./One item min./Hosted by Raab
GAL PALACE 131 S. Rampart Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 6:45PM/Starts 7PM/Ends 8:15PM/5 min./First come, first served/mixed mic/Hosted by Chrys Anthe/No purchase necessary
HOLLYWOOD HOTEL 1160 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA/Sign-up 6PM/Starts 7PM/https://www.facebook.com/ComedydeBasement/First 20 spots guaranteed on Facebook/Lottery for remaining spots/Hosted by Pablo Avion & Eric Bustamante/5 min./1 drink min.
THUNDERGOAT IN TUSTIN, CA 540 Pacific St., Tustin, CA/Sign-up 6:30PM/Starts 7PM/First come, first served/5 min./No purchase necessary
FLAPPERS BAR 102 E. Magnolia Ave., Burbank, CA/Sign-up 11PM/Starts around 11:30PM/lottery/3-5 min.

Tina Fey and Robert Carlock’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” Moves From NBC to Netflix

November 22, 2014

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It shouldn’t be surprising that another network lets go of another sitcom on their programming schedule these days, but, in the case of “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” from Tina Fey and Robert Carlock starring Ellie Kemper, the show hadn’t even premiered yet.

Still, going with network trends towards drama, NBC is letting go of the series to Netflix where it has two seasons ordered as well as an expanded episode order for its first season. NBC chairman Bob Greenblatt even admits, “While it was originally developed for NBC, we have a very drama-heavy midseason schedule, so we’re thrilled about this Netflix opportunity.”

So, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt will be another thing to watch for on Netflix like a bunch of other series that you’re probably streaming right now while reading this sentence.

Help Iowa’s Green Gravel Comedy Festival Keep Going for 2015

November 22, 2014

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The Green Gravel Comedy Festival in Iowa is coming around for its second round and is looking to be another fantastic weekend of comedy in the middle of the country. So far, they’re looking to bring Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell/Too Many Cooks creator Casper Kelly, live animated comedy show Picture This!, and more to Iowa City, IA on Feb. 27th-28th next year.

They’re just looking to raise $3000 by the end of this month in order to help festival costs, cover flight and hotels for performers, etc. You can donate on gofundme here.

Fahim Anwar Makes Late Night Stand Up Debut on Late Night with Seth Meyers

November 21, 2014

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Stand-up has been happening more on late night over the last few months, a trend we’re definitely on board for. More folks like Fahim Anwar get to make their debut because of it.

Watch him in a slick suit and slick hair doing his first stand-up performance on late night on Late Night with Seth Meyers.

“Last Man on Earth” Premieres on Fox March 2015

November 21, 2014

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#TheLastManOnEarth premieres with a special one-hour event of back-to-back episodes Sunday, March 1 on @FOXTV! pic.twitter.com/6d9cPKgqSV

— Last Man On Earth (@LastManFOX) November 21, 2014

The thankfully high concept single camera sitcom Last Man on Earth has finally gotten a premiere date. This series from Hollywood’s current comedy golden boys, Phil Lord and Chris Miller, starring Will Forte has had us excited ever since we saw a trailer earlier this year.

Sun. Mar. 1st will be the day when we get to see Forte walk the earth solo and, with that, it should be a pretty good day.

Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Meet Once Again on The Colbert Report

November 21, 2014

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The days of The Colbert Report are coming to a close and thus, it was inevitable that Jon Stewart would once again face his former employee Stephen Colbert on The Colbert Report.

It just took The Colbert Report ending and Jon to direct Rosewater to have this happen. Still, it’s always fun to see the two edges of the same side of the same coin go at it.

Watch parts one and two of Jon Stewart’s appearance on The Colbert Report here.