
Sure, stand-up comedy makes us laugh, but that's not its only purpose. Comics use the stage to make arguments and express bigger picture world-views, getting people to laugh in the process of making deeper points. In Funny You Should Mention, a new comedy series from Mike Pesca and The Comedy Cellar, Mike spends an hour with each comic, seeking to identify a broader thesis, and pressing comics to ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | a year ago |
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Comedian Liza Treyger explains why she prefers the 1:30 a.m. Comedy Cellar crowd—the drunk, the horny, the post-Broadway undead—and why bombing early is harder than thriving late. Her Netflix special Night Owl doubles as a thesis on power, hypocrisy,... more
Comedian Jay Jurden explains why nine years of theater training is his "superpower" on the stand-up stage—and why he treats every punchline like a line of dialogue rather than a personal diary entry. His new special, Yes Ma'am, argues that physical s... more
Mohanad Elshieky joins Funny You Should Mention with stories that make Benghazi feel less like a political Rorschach test and more like the small town where he learned comedy by roasting his siblings and dodging unlicensed militias. He walks us throu... more
Comedian Myq Kaplan joins the show for a deep dive into joke logic, philosophy, and the very slippery business of defining who counts as a comedian. Using his new special Rini as a jumping-off point, he and Mike wander through Grecian maxims, the par... more
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Amazing to hear Mike and Mohanad Elshieky dissect finding comedy in tragedy, and very impressed with Mike’s geopolitical grasp on top of natural rapport with guests. Insightful, revealing, and often touching- this is looking under the hood of comedy to find humanity and the universal factors that make us laugh
A practical comedian and a theoretical comedian walk into a bar and order a Mr. Pibb. If I were either of those, I’d be able to land the punchline, but thankfully both Mike and Myq are as practically funny as they are analytical and familiar with the technical aspects of comedy. If dissecting a joke kills the humor, vivisection of comedy in general reveals its miraculous operations. Pesca’s extensive and eclectic cultural knowledge introduced me to the Gricean Maxims, the working man’s “Dr. Pepp... more
Love hearing comedians and Mike talk about how jokes work or how someone came up with a bit. Bonus: I’ve also gone to see some of the comedians he’s interviewed, whom I had never heard of before. Mike’s interview skills combined with his love of comedy make this so much fun.
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This series presents a unique approach to stand-up comedy, emphasizing the exploration of deeper ideas and societal critiques through humor. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with a comedian, allowing a blend of comedy with rich discussions about personal experiences, social issues, and the art of storytelling. Guests often share insights into their comedic journeys, revealing how they engage with complex topics like race, identity, and relationships, all while maintaining a humorous perspective. The integration of humor with significant themes makes this a compelling listen for those interested in both the craft of comedy and its broader implications in society.
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