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Matt Braunger Offers a Great Follow-Up to Horrific “How to Talk to Women Wearing Headphones” Article

August 31, 2016

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Matt Braunger Offers a Great Follow-Up to Horrific “How to Talk to Women Wearing Headphones” Article

Basically, this sentient-grease-fire of an article called How To Talk to a Woman Who Is Wearing Headphones by Dan Bacon was just posted that not only encourages unwanted advances by men to pick up women, but reinforces patriarchal gender roles and stereotypes to the point that you might question whether you’re living in 2016 yet.

Comedian/sane human being who does live in 2016, Matt Braunger, felt that that Dan Bacon left out a few steps and offered his own satirical corollary, How To Talk to a Woman Wearing Headphones Pt. 2 that almost washes out the bad taste of the source material out of your mouth.

Aasif Mandvi Developing Dark Comedy ‘Fatwa’ at Showtime with Writer/Producer Dave Holstein

August 31, 2016

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Aasif Mandvi Developing Dark Comedy ‘Fatwa’ at Showtime with Writer/Producer Dave Holstein

It’s about time someone made an entire dark comedy series about cartoonists who get death threats for certain cartoons that cross certain religious lines.

Aasif Mandvi and Dave Holstein, who Mandvi worked with on The Brink, are developing the dark comedy Fatwa over at Showtime that will focus entirely on that and have Mandvi star.

It should be a nice follow-up to the last series that Mandvi got top-billing in, Halal in the Family.

You’re The Worst Season 3 Premieres Tonight

August 31, 2016

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You’re The Worst Season 3 Premieres Tonight

This is just a friendly reminder that the wonderfully dark romantic comedy series You’re The Worst finally returns.

Don’t miss out on the season 3 premiere tonight at 10PM on FXx.

Issa Rae Inks First-Look Deal With HBO Before Insecure Even Premieres

August 30, 2016

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Issa Rae Inks First-Look Deal With HBO Before Insecure Even Premieres

Issa Rae, the co-creator of upcoming comedy series on HBO, Insecure, just got a big vote of confidence from the premium cable network.

Over the next two years, Rae will get to develop projects for all HBO platforms as part of this first look deal.

We’re pretty sure that says a good deal about how good HBO thinks Insecure is, especially since the show hasn’t even premiered yet.

Danny McBride and Walton Goggins Do Their Own Trashy Versions of Corporate Mascots

August 30, 2016

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Danny McBride and Walton Goggins Do Their Own Trashy Versions of Corporate Mascots

Ronald McDonald, Hamburglar, Mr. Clean, The Jolly Green Giant, Chef Boyardee, and The Pillsbury Doughboy all get the McBride/Goggins treatment in a photoshoot for GQ.

The accompanying video has Danny McBride and Walton Goggins keep their edgy Vice Principals rivalry going as well as document their ridiculousness of the whole affair.

Watch and enjoy all those classic mascots get a devil-may-care makeover and upgrade at the link above.

Eric Andre Reviews/Trolls/Roasts Public Art in NYC

August 30, 2016

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Eric Andre Reviews/Trolls/Roasts Public Art in NYC

With the objective of reviewing giant free-standing sculptures throughout NYC, do you think Eric Andre is just going to break down the significance and historical context in which said art was brought to the city?

Nope. He’s going to ask a bunch of strangers questions that would probably never make it into an art magazine.

Watch it at the link above.

THR Interviews Kathryn Burns, The Emmy Nominated Choreographer of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

August 29, 2016

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THR Interviews Kathryn Burns, The Emmy Nominated Choreographer of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

There are many special things about the musical numbers that they do on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. One of the biggest reasons is choreographer Kathryn Burns who has intersected the worlds of dance and comedy so wonderfully for so many years.

As she is now an Emmy nominee, The Hollywood Reporter chatted with her about ins-and-outs of crafting the routines on the show and all the other great work where she has put her dance and comedy chops to use.

RIP Gene Wilder, 1933-2016

August 29, 2016

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RIP Gene Wilder, 1933-2016

Gene Wilder had a hand in some of the most iconic comedic films of all time including Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein, and Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. Today, he has passed away apparently due to complications stemming from Alzheimer’s disease.

Whether you’re familiar with his work or not, you should definitely rewatch or watch, discover, and be amazed for the first time by his long and storied filmography.

So much of it holds up even though this is 2016.

Justin Roiland Has Just Co-Founded, Squanchtendo Games, a VR Game Studio

August 29, 2016

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Justin Roiland Has Just Co-Founded, Squanchtendo Games, a VR Game Studio

The co-creator of Rick and Morty has teamed up with gaming veteran EP Tanya Watson to develop and make VR games with their new company Squanchtendo Games.

You can let your mind run wild with what that might be like and how fun whatever Roiland and Watson come up with based off of current Rick and Morty games, Pocket Mortys and Rick and Morty’s Rushed Licensed Adventure.

Kyle Kinane’s New Special “Loose in Chicago” to Premiere on October 15th

August 29, 2016

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Kyle Kinane’s New Special “Loose in Chicago” to Premiere on October 15th

Mark your calendars everyone as a new hour from Kyle Kinane is almost annual event that you’ll never want to miss.

Again, that’s Saturday, October 15th on Comedy Central.

Since Concealed Carry on College Campuses Is Now Legal in Texas and Carrying Sex Toys Are Not, a UT Alum Is Putting on a Pretty Great Protest #CocksNotGlocks

August 29, 2016

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Since Concealed Carry on College Campuses Is Now Legal in Texas and Carrying Sex Toys Are Not, a UT Alum Is Putting on a Pretty Great Protest #CocksNotGlocks

Has there ever been another moment in human history where protesting concealed carry of a firearm with a permit on a college campus was done by the rebellious open carry of sex toys?

We can’t remember one and maybe that’s because Texas’ SB 11 law that allows for concealed carry by students on a college campus exists at the same time where certain student bylaws prohibit someone freely carrying around a dildo.

The absurdity of the situation was pointed out by University of Texas alum Jessica Jin as a joke and then has turned into this powerful protest (that’s still pretty funny to look at as well).

Open Mic Run Updated for Next Week 8/29

August 29, 2016

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Open Mic Run Updated for Next Week 8/29

Anything from stand-up open mics to an open screen are all listed for the Greater LA Area for the coming week.

The Goddamn Comedy Jam Special Premieres Tonight

August 28, 2016

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The Goddamn Comedy Jam Special Premieres Tonight

Tune in at 11:30PM on Comedy Central.

Pete Davidson, Natasha Leggero, Jim Jefferies, Jay Pharoah, Adam DeVine, Josh Adam Meyers, and his band Elemenopy will dish out jokes and then rock the mic with a song of their choosing.

Don’t worry, you should have time to watch both the MTV VMAs and then immediately after.

Comedy Crawl Updated for Next Week 8/28

August 28, 2016

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Comedy Crawl Updated for Next Week 8/28

Goddamn Comedy Jam, Josh Fadem Does an Hour, Tig Has Friends, and more.

Bob Odenkirk to Write a Book of Personal Essays

August 27, 2016

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Bob Odenkirk to Write a Book of Personal Essays

Odenkirk actually thinks of this more as a ‘comic bildungsroman’, which is a label that’s more often applied to coming-of-age stories in a much more dramatic sense.

Still, Odenkirk worked his way up to be a cult comedy legend then transitioned into being a celebrated dramatic actor and that journey will be an undeniably engrossing one.

We’ll also be curious to see how, if at all, meta he gets in this first book.

There’s Bonus Footage/”Poop” from Triumph the Insult Comic Dog’s Recent Election Special

August 25, 2016

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There’s Bonus Footage/”Poop” from Triumph the Insult Comic Dog’s Recent Election Special

It turns out that Triumph’s Summer Election Special 2016 was so filled to the brim with material that there’s plenty of bonus footage or, as Triumph calls it, “bonus poop” involving the Westboro Baptists, Media Row, a fake book signing, one more attempt to “help” Chris Christie, and more.

Fortunately, they’ve cut all of this together and made a special half hour so-called “Bonus Poop” available on Hulu.

The ‘Lincoln Calling’ Festival Is Bringing Adam Cayton-Holland, Jo Firestone, Brett Davis, and David Venhuizen to Nebraska

August 25, 2016

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The ‘Lincoln Calling’ Festival Is Bringing Adam Cayton-Holland, Jo Firestone, Brett Davis, and David Venhuizen to Nebraska

If you’re a festival goer, you’ll notice more and more these days that big music and arts festivals are including a significant comedy portion in their programming.

Lincoln Calling in Nebraska, happening from Thursday, October 6th-Saturday, October 8th, is doing just that with the names above (who we feel that you should be well acquainted with for how funny they are if you’re not already) and many more.

If you’re in or around Lincoln, NE at the beginning of October, you can (and should) get your tickets here.

Doug Stanhope Next Special “No Place Like Home” Is Coming to Seeso Next Month

August 24, 2016

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Doug Stanhope Next Special “No Place Like Home” Is Coming to Seeso Next Month

In a year where Doug Stanhope is getting really personal (check out his book Digging Up Mother: A Love Story), Stanhope made sure that his latest special was literally close to home.

That’s right, this latest special No Place Like Home was shot in Bisbee, AZ where Doug currently resides.

You won’t have to wait long before you can see it as it is slated to premiere and stream on Seeso on September 15th (You do have Seeso, by now, right?).

Channel 4 Orders ‘The Bisexual’ Comedy From Desiree Akhavan

August 24, 2016

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Channel 4 Orders ‘The Bisexual’ Comedy From Desiree Akhavan

If you’re familiar with Desiree Akhavan, you’ll be hoping that this series finds it way stateside just like Catastrophe from Sharon Horgan and Rob Delaney did.

If you’re not, just watch this trailer for her film Appropriate Behavior.

Comedy Central Greenlights Full Fledged TV Series Starring James Davis After His Successful Snapchat Series

August 24, 2016

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Comedy Central Greenlights Full Fledged TV Series Starring James Davis After His Successful Snapchat Series

James Davis has carved out his own slot at Comedy Central by explaining urban slang in his Comedy Central Snapchat series Swagasaurus. Now, he’s getting a big upgrade with a weekly show that will expand on delving into his “urban point-of-view” starting early next year.

Anyone think this will make up for The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore getting cancelled?

Taran Killam Starring In and Craig Johnson Directing/EP’ing Showtime Comedy Pilot “Mating”

August 23, 2016

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Taran Killam Starring In and Craig Johnson Directing/EP’ing Showtime Comedy Pilot “Mating”

The vague, well-trodden premise a man re-entering the world of modern dating might just get enough intrigue from the guiding hand of the director and co-writer of The Skeleton Twins and Taran Killam getting top billing.

Also, this will be an anthology series that might end up going head-to-head with HBO’s anthology comedy series from The Duplass Brothers.

Colin Quinn, Reggie Watts, Michael Che, Dana Carvey, and More Are Getting Netflix Comedy Specials

August 23, 2016

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Colin Quinn, Reggie Watts, Michael Che, Dana Carvey, and More Are Getting Netflix Comedy Specials

Netflix has built up its comedy branding so well, especially when it comes to comedy specials, that they now almost deal exclusively in big names.

It’s great to see Quinn having one of his solo shows get turned into a special it’ll also be fascinating to see what Watts does with the freedom of a Netflix special given that his last hour was done live in Central Park.

Jim and Jeannie Gaffigan Are Ending “The Jim Gaffigan Show”

August 23, 2016

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Jim and Jeannie Gaffigan Are Ending “The Jim Gaffigan Show”

While we would have liked to have seen more of The Jim Gaffigan Show, we are glad to hear that Jim and Jeannie are ending the show on their terms.

Keep in mind that Jim was balancing this show, his stand-up, writing books, and, of course, having his big, lovely family and that he could make a quality sitcom with all of that is amazing.

Adult Swim Wants You to Watch and Rate Their New Pilots: Apollo Gauntlet, Hindenburg Explodes, Hot Streets, Bad Guys

August 22, 2016

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Adult Swim Wants You to Watch and Rate Their New Pilots: Apollo Gauntlet, Hindenburg Explodes, Hot Streets, Bad Guys

Following Amazon’s pilot model, Adult Swim has put four of the pilots they’ve had in development, Apollo Gauntlet, Hindenburg Explodes, Hot Streets, and Bad Guys, online for you, the Internet to weigh in.

Of course, it being Adult Swim, your options in feedback are limited to five arcade game style buttons labeled “laugh”, “kill this”, “fart”, “tomatoes”, and “skwisgaard”.

We’re just glad that networks are letting the general public get to see pilots more and more.