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Why Are You Laughing?

Blind Mike Project
Comedy Specials
Will Ferrell
Comedy Central
Carl Reiner
Stand-Up Comedy
Nathan For You
Adam Mckay
SNL
The Amazing Johnathan
Anchorman
Gallagher
Dumb Starbucks
Netflix
Youtube
The Office
Chris Farley
Las Vegas
David Copperfield
Tucker Max
Norman Lear

Breaking down the history of comedy and stand-up, one career, special, controversy, and storyline at a time.

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Albert Brooks
Legendary comedian and filmmaker, known for iconic roles and his unique style of alt-comedy.
Episode: Albert Brooks:The Mystique Behind A Comedy Legend
Norm MacDonald
Canadian stand-up comedian, writer, and actor known for his deadpan style and unique storytelling abilities.
Episode: Norm MacDonald On Dennis Miller's Show
Harvey Pekar
Comic book writer known for American Splendor.
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Episode: Harvey Pekar vs. David Letterman: Late Night's Most Confrontational Guest
Steven Wright
Legendary stand-up comedian known for his one-liners and absurd style.
Episode: Steven Wright
Daniel Kurlan
A well-known contributor to the Opie & Anthony show, often referred to as Bobo, recognized for his endearing presence and comedic interactions.
Opie & Anthony
Episode: The Beauty of Bobo: Daniel "Bobo" Kurlan On The Opie & Anthony Show
Paula Poundstone
Stand-up comedian and actress known for her unique voice and oddball humor.
NPR
Episode: Paula Poundstone
Robin Quivers
Radio legend and co-host of The Howard Stern Show
The Howard Stern Show
Episode: Robin Quivers On The Howard Stern Show: The First Lady Of Radio
Brendan Ayer
Comedian, formerly on The Rad Dude Cast.
Episode: Comics to Watch in 2025
Ari Matti
Regular on Kill Tony, rising comedian.
Episode: Comics to Watch in 2025

Hosts

Blind Mike
Host and comedic commentator with a background in comedy analysis and critique. Known for his deep insights into the history of comedy and connections to various comedic figures and events.
Mike
Co-host with contributions focusing on diverse comedic perspectives and interaction with the audience regarding the comedy landscape.
Craig
Co-host recognized for his comedic contributions and dynamic chemistry with Blind Mike, enhancing the approach of comedy discussions through engaging commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Really good

    Blind Mike is on a heater! The past couple episodes are stuff I’d never look into but found very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reviews. De Tellim
    United Statesa month ago
  • pobody's effect

    just finished the albert brooks episode, thoroughly enjoyed it! correction: jack benny never hosted the tonight show. not trying to be a troll, i'm a lifelong comedy nerd & this show was made for people like me. stand up is my football. all the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJH!!!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Howard Stern Rules! This podcast? Meh.

    Obvious Howard Hater who wasn’t even alive during most of Stern’s most popularity.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    1224NoYesNo
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoroughly entertaining. Relevant and timely. Mike is great at breaking down the subject, keeps my interest in those that I thought would be a snooze.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MK
    3 months ago
  • Need a podcast that runs down a comedian's life or acts? This is it! Love how the hosts talk about the comedians and their comedy with knowledge and humour. Great podcast.

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    Flavio
    4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and in-depth analysis, recognizing the hosts' deep respect for comedy and its history.
Positive feedback emphasizes the insightful commentary on various comedians while also appreciating the hosts' unique personalities.
Several reviews highlight the engaging nature of the discussions, particularly for fans of stand-up history and personal anecdotes from the hosts.

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Sam Hyde vs. Tim Heidecker: The End Of World Peace
Q: Didn't you campaign against our show? Didn't you talk to people to tell them you didn't like the show?
Nope. I've been pretty straightforward about it.
Sam Hyde vs. Tim Heidecker: The End Of World Peace
Q: Shouldn't you be employing more women now?
We employ a shitload of women. We pitch shows with women. We bring women in.
Sam Hyde vs. Tim Heidecker: The End Of World Peace
Q: Didn't you want the show to cancel?
I didn't really have a strong feeling about it either way. The only shows I don't want canceled are my own.
Steve Rannazzisi: The 9/11 Lie
Q: Do you think you would have come forward on your own or would you have just kind of tried to let it die?
Rannazzisi admits that he did come forward to friends and family before the New York Times outed him, but he did not know how to publicly address it until he was confronted.
Steve Rannazzisi: The 9/11 Lie
Q: Did you figure out how they figured out that you were lying about your experience during 9-11?
Rannazzisi believes he was outed by friends or family who knew about his false narrative, although he never found out exactly how it got exposed.

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The content primarily examines the intricate world of comedy, focusing on the historical context of various comedians, stand-up specials, and significant controversies that have shaped the comedy landscape. Episodes feature in-depth discussions about the legacies of iconic figures in the field, exploring both their successes and the challenges they faced throughout their careers. Unique to this collection is the blend of humor with critical analysis, often including anecdotes and personal reflections from the hosts as they connect the dots between comedic evolution and cultural context. This offers listeners not just entertainment, but a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of comedic artistry and its impact on society.

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1. Albert Brooks
2. Norm MacDonald
3. Harvey Pekar
4. Steven Wright
5. Daniel Kurlan
6. Paula Poundstone
7. Robin Quivers
8. Brendan Ayer

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