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fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

"The Drama" Is One Long Troll

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in a film that explores the fallout of a shocking revelation, sparking significant discourse.
Television
fromThe Atlantic
13 hours ago

Who Is Black Comedy For?

Dave Chappelle faced pressure to alter his sitcom to appeal to white audiences, highlighting systemic issues in the representation of Black artists.
NYC music
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Steve Schirripa to host "Garden of Laughs" at Radio City Music Hall with star-studded lineup on April 13 * Brooklyn Paper

Steve Schirripa will host the fifth 'Garden of Laughs' fundraiser benefiting the Garden of Dreams Foundation on April 13 at Radio City Music Hall.
fromLaughing Squid
2 days ago

A 'Smile' Horror Movie Parody Poking Fun at New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Famous Grin

The Mayor's Office poked gentle fun at Mayor Zohran Mamdani's famous grin with a parody of the horror movie franchise for the annual Inner Circle fundraiser gala.
NYC politics
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Ross Mathews on the hot thing his husband does: "There's nothing sexier" - Queerty

Demonstrating a willingness to do chores is attractive in relationships, as highlighted by Ross Mathews and a recent study.
New York Mets
fromFingerlakes1.com
2 days ago

CONCRETE JUNGLE: Mets and Yankees Continue Winning Ways to Open Season (podcast) | Fingerlakes1.com

The Mets and Yankees maintain strong starts to the 2026 season despite challenges like injuries and bullpen issues.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

One of the stars of smash hit comedy The Studio launches a quizshow: Best podcasts of the week

Mindy Kaling participates in Ike Barinholtz's trivia podcast, blending light-hearted chat with various topics.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

SNL Seemingly Cracks a Joke About the Idea of Trump Getting Assassinated Audience Cheers Wildly

Che's joke during Weekend Update suggested that President Trump's theater visit could end badly, drawing a parallel to Lincoln's assassination. The audience reacted with loud cheers and applause.
Humor
DC food
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Afroman Announces New Album Freedom of Speech, Expands 2026 Tour

Afroman announces new album 'Freedom of Speech' after winning a lawsuit against Ohio's Adams County Sheriff's Department.
#donald-trump
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago
US politics

Trump Argued He's Like A Rapper, Federal Judge Dropped Bars In Response - Above the Law

Donald Trump seeks to dismiss a civil case related to January 6, but a judge ruled some actions fall outside immunity protections.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Comedians & pundits mock "butthurt" Trump for taking winner's Nobel Peace Prize - LGBTQ Nation

President Donald Trump accepted the Nobel Peace Prize medal given to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the White House.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Trump Argued He's Like A Rapper, Federal Judge Dropped Bars In Response - Above the Law

Donald Trump seeks to dismiss a civil case related to January 6, but a judge ruled some actions fall outside immunity protections.
fromAllHipHop
6 days ago

Action Bronson Teaches NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Albanian Blessing

Mamdani opened up about his journey from immigrant child to becoming the city's 112th mayor, calling it a dream realized. Born in Uganda in 1991 and arriving in New York at age 7, he's now the youngest person to hold the office in over a century and the city's first Muslim and African-born mayor.
New York City
#joe-rogan
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

I Can't Believe We Went To This War': Joe Rogan and Theo Von Trash Trump's Decision to Go Into Iran

Joe Rogan and Theo Von criticized Trump's decision to wage war in Iran, expressing confusion and concern over the situation and its implications.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

I Can't Believe We Went To This War': Joe Rogan and Theo Von Trash Trump's Decision to Go Into Iran

Joe Rogan and Theo Von criticized Trump's decision to wage war in Iran, expressing confusion and concern over the situation and its implications.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Verge subscribers: Join us for a movie night in New York City, hosted by The Vergecast

A special screening of Sneakers will be held in New York City for Verge subscribers, featuring a discussion with Vergecast hosts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Stephen Colbert Applauds Trump's Concise, Intelligent' National Address Then Drops the Act

Colbert began his monologue by stating, 'Folks, it was a big night on all the broadcast networks. Donald Trump at 9 o'clock gave a national prime time address. It was concise, intelligent, and brought the nation together with shared purpose.'
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Commentary: Spencer Pratt is sharing a Miami sound machine ad. It won't play in LA.

The AI-animated music video praising Spencer Pratt features lyrics like 'Latinos for Pratt we're singing/Because we're tired of this dirty beat,' but the musical style is more Miami and Cuban than reflective of L.A.'s Latino heritage.
Los Angeles
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen Moved Up to Replace The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

"I created and launched Comics Unleashed 20 years ago so my fellow comedians could have a platform to do what we all love - make people laugh. I truly appreciate CBS' confidence in me by picking up our two-hour comedy block of Comics Unleashed and Funny You Should Ask, because the world can never have enough laughter."
Television
fromVulture
3 days ago

Jack White Puts Domingo Out of His Misery

Jack White took a humorous approach to stop Domingo from singing, bonking him on the head with a frying pan to enforce the no singing rule.
NYC music
Humor
fromVulture
5 days ago

It's Nice to See Donald Glover Be Silly Again

Donald Glover embraces whimsy as he promotes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, showcasing his charm and humor while voicing Yoshi.
#comedy
Film
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Gaten Matarazzo, Sean Giambrone & Lulu Wilson on Pizza Movie, Body Swaps, and Building a Cult Classic: Podcast

Pizza Movie transforms a late-night food run into a bizarre adventure with body swaps and hallucinations, showcasing intentional humor and character dynamics.
Film
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Gaten Matarazzo, Sean Giambrone & Lulu Wilson on Pizza Movie, Body Swaps, and Building a Cult Classic: Podcast

Pizza Movie transforms a late-night food run into a bizarre adventure with body swaps and hallucinations, showcasing intentional humor and character dynamics.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Joe Rogan Rips MAGA Fringe as Bunch of F*cking Dorks' Lumped With Real Patriots'

Joe Rogan criticized the MAGA movement, labeling many supporters as uninteresting and unintelligent while questioning Trump's approach to the Iran war.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
1 week ago

Mamdani, reporters, trade jabs at the Inner Circle show

Mayor Mamdani humorously addressed the wealthy at the Inner Circle show, showcasing his unique approach to leadership and public engagement.
Humor
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Arsenio Hall's Stories from the '80s and '90s Are Truly Wild

Arsenio Hall reflects on his career, personal experiences, and the impact of racism in Hollywood and beyond.
Arts
fromArtnet News
6 days ago

Performance Artist Crackhead Barney Moves From the Streets to the Stage: 'Art Should Be Going Insane'

Crackhead Barney is a performance artist known for her viral heckling of protestors and celebrities, significantly impacting NYC's political landscape.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Chris Hayes Has Some Advice for Keeping Up With the News

Attention has become the defining commodity of modern life, influencing everything from entertainment to global conflicts.
Humor
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Getting 'Cancelled' Only Takes a Couple Years to Wear Off, Apparently

Cancel culture is ineffective as evidenced by Louis C.K.'s return to comedy after allegations of sexual misconduct.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

I Went to a Hip-Hop Streamer Convention and All I Got Was This Piece of Content

Twitch streamer Tylil James captivates fans at MVP Arena with viral dance performances, showcasing the intersection of online fame and live entertainment.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Jon Stewart Throws Elon Musk's Insults Right Back at Him in Tiff Over Podcast: Come on the Show!'

Jon Stewart and Elon Musk exchanged sarcastic insults regarding Musk's influence on elections and social media algorithms.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Larry David Is Telling the Story of America

Larry David creates a comedy sketch series celebrating America's 250th anniversary with historical figures and events reimagined through comedic scenarios.
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Bill Maher Vented About the Oscars on This Week's "Real Time"

You've got to show [people] government can work. Shapiro made a straightforward but understandable case, arguing that not solving problems can lead to an increase in cynicism. He mentioned the evolution of the permitting system in Pennsylvania under his tenure as governor as one example of demonstrating governmental effectiveness and addressing constituent concerns through tangible policy improvements.
SF politics
Music
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

The 2Slimey Roundtable

An underground hip-hop competition centered on distorted, apocalyptic interpretations of Playboi Carti's rage rap style has produced 2Slimey, a 20-year-old Oklahoma rapper whose significance remains debated among critics.
#netflix
Humor
fromVulture
1 week ago

9 New Comedy Specials You Should Definitely Watch (When You Have a Moment)

Netflix's early stand-up special for Zach Galifianakis initiated a revolution in comedy specials, leading to a vast increase in monthly releases.
#bill-maher
Humor
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Bill Maher "Honored" to Receive Mark Twain Prize After Reaching "Compromise" with Trump

Bill Maher will receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and plans to give it to Donald Trump as part of a compromise.
Humor
fromVulture
1 week ago

Prepare for Unbearable Levels of Smugness

Bill Maher is the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, despite recent criticism from Trump.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill Maher Tells All About Trump Dinner And Texts Afterward Amid Rage-Feud: Just to Set The Record Straight!'

Bill Maher refuted Trump's account of their dinner and revealed post-dinner text exchanges during his New Rules segment, claiming Trump misrepresented events on social media.
fromDefector
3 weeks ago

Netflix Has Trapped Pete Davidson In His Garage | Defector

The discoverability problem is that the medium still hasn't figured out a reliable, easily reproducible way to capture and hold a listener's attention. It's easier to stumble upon video curated and served via algorithm than it is to click several buttons in a dedicated app in order to listen to a piece of audio.
Podcast
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill Maher Slaps Schiff With Big 'Gotcha' Moment On Trump

Bill Maher caught Senator Adam Schiff criticizing an Obama administration statement on military force authority, which Schiff believed was from Trump, exposing inconsistency in his positions on presidential war powers.
#trump
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Bill Maher Effect

Trump's influence at the Kennedy Center has led to significant changes and controversies, including the awarding of the Mark Twain Prize to Bill Maher.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Bill Maher Effect

Trump's influence at the Kennedy Center has led to significant changes and controversies, including the awarding of the Mark Twain Prize to Bill Maher.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Life is such a pain in the ass': what Talk Easy host Sam Fragoso has learned in a decade of grilling celebs

Describing himself as where underground journalist Nardwuar (disarmingly well researched) meets NPR legend Terry Gross (sensitive, direct) meets late talkshow host Dick Cavett (intellectual, sophisticated), he is a freakishly intuitive listener. The way you construct the narrative of my life is so true that it's just a little startling, actor Michelle Williams told him in 2023.
Podcast
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Michael Henry talks gay culture, social media & stand-up comedy - Queerty

Michael has become a must-follow voice in queer comedy thanks to his sharp observations, deeply relatable videos, and his ability to capture the messiness, humor, and contradictions of gay culture. Whether he is skewering dating apps, touring internationally, or turning dumpsters, French onion dip, and therapy into comedy gold, his work resonates because it is honest and very funny.
SF LGBT
fromVulture
1 week ago

Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week

ARMY Twitter was aflutter with accusations that the warm-up comic for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon made a racist joke. He said, 'Anybody here from the North? No? Nobody?' Fans interpreted that as being directed at the band, implying that one of them was from North Korea.
Humor
Television
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Movie cameo sensation Radioman steps into his first starring role | amNewYork

Craig Castaldo, known as Radioman, has appeared in over 300 films after his accidental discovery on a movie set, becoming a beloved Hollywood icon recognizable by his signature boombox.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A loving homage to pop culture's also-rans: best podcasts of the week

Several new podcasts celebrate overlooked pop culture figures, explore nuanced cultural debates, critique AI-generated content, examine Viking history, and investigate a wrongful murder conviction case.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jerry Springer of Political Television': Ben Shapiro Slams Piers Morgan For Hosting America Haters' Like Dave Smith

Piers Morgan, who has sort of made a mockery of the entire industry by putting on screen whatever dregs are still willing to go on [his show]... He had on Dave Smith, who has, you know, apparently, his job is to never tell jokes but to instead, give poorly-informed foreign policy takes... And to also hate America.
Right-wing politics
NYC LGBT
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Connor Storrie and "SNL" Revisited the Art of Being a Gentleman

Connor Storrie successfully hosted SNL for the first time, demonstrating strong comedic timing and chemistry with the cast through elaborate sketches and a charming monologue.
Tech industry
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

"TBPN" and the Rise of the Tech-Friendly Talk Show

Two tech entrepreneurs launched TBPN, a daily live-stream talk show promoting technology with an enthusiast perspective, securing a partnership to broadcast from the New York Stock Exchange trading floor.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Julio Torres Makes Everything Funny-Including Color Theory

Julio Torres blends surrealism and humor in his work, exploring unique ideas about color in his HBO special 'Color Theories'.
fromwww.nydailynews.com
1 month ago

Trump lashes out at criminal' Robert De Niro, suggests he leave the U.S.

If you've ever loved your country, this is a time to show it. If you want our leaders to be accountable, if you're devoted to the Constitution and the rule of law, if you want the United States of America to be worthy of your love, be ready to take to the streets together and we will take our country back.
US politics
fromDefector
1 month ago

Rich Paul's Podcast Was Built To Be Useless | Defector

The only good reason to be mad at him is that he has leveraged the unlimited resources and power of Klutch Sports, CAA, Spotify, and The Ringer to make daytime SportsCenter simulacrum without the catchphrases. Paul and Kellerman's FanDuel-sponsored podcast is bad. It's bad in the sort of banal way that most podcasts are bad-the hosts don't say much of substance, they are stricken with red light syndrome, and their riffs are obtuse and unimaginative.
National Basketball Association
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Michael Rapaport slammed for Colton Underwood sexuality comment in The Traitors

"This man is responsible for chirping in everybody's ear. And this man-after the challenge today-was openly in my face questioning me, and then when I walked away, he said my name out loud to a group of people. [He was] holding court, and this man should be keeping his mouth shut. Because last night, this man organized and colluded to get rid of a good Faithful. I'm angry, I'm pissed off, and I'm isolated because of him," Rapaport continued. "Nobody in this room would be better at holding a secret than you."
LGBT
National Football League
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Who Cares?!' Mike Francesa Shreds Big Bunny' Halftime Show Discourse

Critics shifted from political objections to English-language complaints after Bad Bunny's Spanish-heavy Super Bowl halftime show, while many viewers expressed indifference and criticized NFL pageantry.
Media industry
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Listening to Joe Rogan

A talent for conversational storytelling and late-night radio culture fueled the creation of a major online media platform that wields political influence.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | This is wild! Curtis Sliwa, hundreds of hipsters - and a rented groundhog

Hundreds of hipsters in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, are gearing up to watch a rented groundhog whisper in the ear of ex-mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa in McCarren Park on Saturday to see whether they'll be getting six more weeks of winter. The loopy local twist ahead of Feb. 2, Groundhog Day's official date, is the brainchild of 26-year-old event organizer Riley Callanan - who shelled out $2,250 to rent the varmint from an animal rental service.
New York City
Podcast
fromDefector
1 month ago

Tank Me Later, With Ock Sportello And Sam Sheehan | Defector

Nothing But Respect podcast episode features discussions on Kevin Durant, Rich Paul's podcast, tanking discourse, and various media phenomena with guests Ock Sportello and Sam Sheehan.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill Maher and Adam Carolla Bash Exclusionary' Liberals for Sticking to Groupthink': They're Not That Bright!'

They are very exclusionary, Maher said on the Monday episode of his Club Random podcast. They really just don't want to breathe the same air if you're not exactly with the groupthink while they're not that bright! Carolla said he completely agreed and that he found that mindset to be counterproductive. The comic and podcast veteran said he is always amazed at how Democrats are incapable of seeing where they may agree with conservatives they speak with;
Left-wing politics
Music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Finally, Someone (Mark Ruffalo) Tells Kevin O'Leary to Shut Up

Celebrities defended Billie Eilish's political acceptance speech against Kevin O'Leary's criticism, prompting public backlash and sparring on Threads.
#colton-underwood
fromBustle
2 months ago
Television

Exclusive: Colton Underwood Was "Rattled" By Michael Rapaport's 'Traitors' Comment

fromBustle
2 months ago
Television

Exclusive: Colton Underwood Was "Rattled" By Michael Rapaport's 'Traitors' Comment

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

WATCH: Podcaster Tim Dillon Hilariously Roasts Barry Weiss With Drag Impersonation and Alleged Political Biases

From The Free Press, this is Honestly,' and I'm Bari Weiss, Dillon said as he pretended to host Weiss's Honestly podcast. Dillon then made savage fun of Weiss's politics. We started this podcast nine years ago because a white woman in Minnesota served a chicken quesadilla to a man and was immediately accused of cultural appropriation, Dillon said. That man's name was George Floyd.
Media industry
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

An Interview with The Kid Mero, the New Best Hope of Hot 97

Kid Mero's Hot 97 morning show channels New York hip-hop debate energy, blending Bronx roots, media evolution, and passionate listener opinions on rap greatness.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Kimmel, Colbert, Jon Stewart Address Alex Pretti's Murder, Fallon Says Nothing

"being forced to play a game that has no rules."
US politics
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Long before the podcast boom, Howard Stern built the template for intimate, wide-ranging interviews - Poynter

Howard Stern's candid long-form interviews revealed guests' vulnerability, helped normalize discussions of mental health, and helped pioneer modern long-form audio media.
#the-traitors
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Fundamental Flaw of Pete Davidson's Podcast

The Pete Davidson Show is a Netflix-only video 'podcast' without a dedicated audio feed, adopting lo-fi podcast aesthetics while functioning as a video talk program.
Media industry
fromAxios
2 months ago

Bari Weiss adds new podcasters and writers as CBS contributors

CBS News added independent, opinionated contributors under Weiss, prompting staff concerns about editorial independence while seeking cultural relevance and broader audience engagement.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

What Is This, A Louis C.K. Bit? - See Also - Above the Law

Recent developments span prosecutorial minimization of alleged sexual conduct, Defense Department limits on elite law school tuition aid, judicial restraints on ICE, and financial threats to law schools and students.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Is That a Podcast or Just Cheap TV?

Davidson's debut episode, featuring Machine Gun Kelly, is assembled from the rough, requisite symbols of podcasting: host and guest sunk into plush, beat-up chairs vaguely facing each other, chatting and smoking cigarettes in a space that's presented as Davidson's garage, Benjamin Moore paint tubs doubling as an ashtray stand. Good pals, their conversation is loose and circuitous; their discussion drifts from adventures while getting high, stints in rehab, and - because this is the first episode - what a podcast even is.
Television
#jeffrey-epstein
fromVulture
2 months ago

Pete Davidson Is Doing a Netflix Podcast From His Garage

The video podcast will release episodes weekly, beginning January 30 at 12:01 a.m. PT. Each episode will feature a "candid, no-holds-barred" conversation between Davidson and a pal that takes place in his garage, per Netflix. "Netflix was the home of one of my first stand-up specials," Davidson said in a statement, "so it felt right to bring the podcast there, too. It's me and my friends talking about anything and everything. It's going to be a great time."
Television
Television
fromKqed
5 months ago

7 Essential Episodes of Marc Maron's 'WTF' Podcast

Marc Maron concluded the WTF podcast with its 1,686th episode, revisiting influential interviews and reflecting on grief, vulnerability, and the show's cultural impact.
Humor
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Nate Bargatze Joined Bill Maher to Talk Comedy and Books

Stand-up comedy now offers broader pathways to success, with larger live audiences, generational career differences, and increased emphasis on mentoring younger comedians.
Television
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Netflix's first original video podcasts feature Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin | TechCrunch

Netflix is expanding its exclusive video podcast lineup with new original series hosted by Pete Davidson and Michael Irvin to attract subscribers.
Television
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Marvel's "Wonder Man" Builds a Bleary Showbiz Buddy Comedy For the MCU | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Wonder Man centers on a mentor-mentee bond between aspiring actor Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery, blending acting obsession with concealed powers and espionage.
Television
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Bill Maher Had Gambling On His Mind

Episode covered the Super Bowl halftime controversy, John Mellencamp’s career and tour plans, and frank reflections on aging and longevity.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

No Cap: SNL Just Killed Gen Z Slang

On last night's Saturday Night Live, we learned that time stops for nothing-not people and not language. Marcello Hernández, the cast member perhaps most likely to become SNL's next breakout star, dropped by the "Weekend Update" desk to inform the Millennial co-anchor Colin Jost-and, by proxy, many Millennial audience members-of the slang terms favored by Gen Z.
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

An Absurdly Permissive Seth Meyers Won Late Night This Week

Late-night shows heavily integrated brand promotions and celebrity tie-ins, blending sponsored content, side hustles, and theatrical collaborations in the week before the Super Bowl.
Television
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Why, Dax, Why?

A parent offered his 11-year-old daughter the option to freeze her eggs, prompting public discomfort over appropriateness and perceived oversharing.
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