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Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
5 hours ago

Attending multiple places of worship is the norm for many Americans

Many U.S. adults attend multiple congregations, with 12% doing so regularly and 45% occasionally, influenced by political and religious affiliations.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Jon Stewart Ridicules Trump Allies For Claiming President is Playing 5D Chess' Against Iran: Trump is Playing Hungry Hungry Hippos'

Jon Stewart mocked claims that Trump was playing advanced chess against Iran, highlighting the lack of success in his strategies.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

Tucker Carlson Slams Ben Shapiro for His Many Attacks on Jesus' But Provides Zero Examples

Tucker Carlson criticized Ben Shapiro for his views on hometown living and alleged attacks on Jesus without providing specific examples.
#comedy
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Book Shop Comedy at Adobe Books (SF)

A free comedy show at Adobe Books features local comics in an intimate setting, encouraging donations to support the artists.
Television
fromQueerty
3 days ago

WATCH: New indie comedy aims to be Sex And The City but gay(er) - Queerty

The new series features a group of friends navigating life, love, and creativity through a podcast format, reminiscent of 'Sex And The City.'
Humor
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Collective Unconscious: Comedy at The Faight Collective

Collective Unconscious is a unique comedy showcase featuring top talent at The Faight Collective in San Francisco.
Humor
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Stand-Up Comedy Show: "Low Acidity Laughs" at Alpha Acid Brewing Co

Stand-Up Comedy returns to Alpha Acid Brewing Co on April 17th featuring local performers auditioning for a professional show.
Humor
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Cobb's Free 2026 Comedy Nights (Roast Battle Bay Area)

Cobb's Comedy Club offers free comedy shows with RSVP, featuring local comedians and a two-drink minimum.
Media industry
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Alan Piket on Comedy, Discipline, and Building a Career That Lasts

Alan Piket's career in comedy emphasizes honesty, connection, and long-term thinking, blending humor with empathy and resilience.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Graham Norton: Back in the day, my monologues were full of terrible jokes about people'

Graham Norton is a prominent television host, comedian, and author known for his work on The Graham Norton Show and various other entertainment projects.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Stephen Colbert Rips Trump With Kendrick Lamar-Inspired Pope Diss Track': They Not Pious'

Hey, Peppers on my beef, yo, Leo, here to defend my papacy bro. You got JD, I got JC though. You keep Rubio, I ride around with the holy trio.
US politics
#dave-chappelle
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
LGBT

Dave Chappelle's complaints about Republicans are so dumb, even Lauren Boebert is calling him out - LGBTQ Nation

fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago
LGBT

Dave Chappelle Slammed Republicans For Their Transgender Jokes, And People Are Not Having It

Humor
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Dave Chappelle Resents Republicans for Weaponizing His Transgender Jokes

Dave Chappelle criticized Republicans for misusing his comedic style on transgender issues, claiming they weaponized his approach for political gain.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Dave Chappelle blasts GOP for "weaponizing" his anti-trans jokes. His trans critics are unimpressed. - LGBTQ Nation

Dave Chappelle distances himself from the political exploitation of his transgender jokes, asserting his intent was misrepresented by Republicans.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Dave Chappelle's complaints about Republicans are so dumb, even Lauren Boebert is calling him out - LGBTQ Nation

Dave Chappelle's transphobic humor has been criticized, with claims he exploited a hostile political climate for personal gain.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

Dave Chappelle Slammed Republicans For Their Transgender Jokes, And People Are Not Having It

Dave Chappelle expresses frustration over the politicization of his trans jokes by others, particularly the Republican Party.
Humor
fromConsequence
5 days ago

Dave Chappelle Resents Republicans for Weaponizing His Transgender Jokes

Dave Chappelle criticized Republicans for misusing his comedic style on transgender issues, claiming they weaponized his approach for political gain.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Dave Chappelle blasts GOP for "weaponizing" his anti-trans jokes. His trans critics are unimpressed. - LGBTQ Nation

Dave Chappelle distances himself from the political exploitation of his transgender jokes, asserting his intent was misrepresented by Republicans.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

Tour news: Aziz Ansari, Murphy's Law, David Cross, Uranium Club, Loser's Lounge Plays Duran Duran, more

Numerous music events and tours are scheduled, featuring various artists and bands across different genres and locations.
Podcast
fromDefector
4 days ago

A New Space In Which To Be Stupid, With Michael Schur | Defector

Baseball's emotional impact fluctuates, with teams' performance affecting fans' feelings throughout the season.
#david-cross
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process on stage.
DC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

David Cross continues to push boundaries in stand-up comedy with new material and a unique writing process that relies on live performance.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Most Important Thing Dave Chappelle Ever Did Was Walk Away

Black comedy's history includes significant contributions that thrived independently, which were overlooked in the narrative of crossover appeal.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Comedy night has line-up of autistic performers

I felt a sense of injustice that there were so many talented comics that, through no fault of their own, could not take part in standup comedy and I was determined to address that.
London music
#bill-maher
US politics
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Bill Maher Had a Lot to Say About Awards (and UFOs)

Bill Maher receives the Mark Twain Prize amid political controversy and discusses various issues with Senator Elissa Slotkin on his show.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Bill Maher calls Trump administration the "gayest" ever - LGBTQ Nation

Bill Maher humorously describes Trump's administration as both macho and gay, citing shoe gifts and decor changes as evidence.
Humor
fromConsequence
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Stephen Colbert on Trump's Vatican feud: Damn, the pope just read you for filth'

Late-night hosts humorously addressed Trump's conflict with the pope and high gas prices, highlighting absurdities in political statements and actions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
5 days ago

When Jokes Won't Do: Affective Shifts in U.S. Late-Night Comedy

News avoidance is rising due to negativity, while late-night comedy provides catharsis through affective shifts during crises.
Podcast
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

I was dropped from a faith podcast for being queer

An ordained queer minister faced cancellation from a podcast due to conflicting views on LGBTQIA+ topics, highlighting the need for awareness in faith spaces.
History
fromemptywheel
1 week ago

Hegseth, the Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch, and Mark Twain - emptywheel

Busy pastors seek rest after Easter amidst reflections on military valor and divine providence.
NYC LGBT
fromPage Six
1 week ago

Exclusive | Judy Gold shocked by 'brazen' antisemitism during two NYC shows this weekend

Antisemitism has become increasingly brazen in New York comedy clubs, shocking veteran comedian Judy Gold during recent performances.
Film
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

This Easter weekend, watch sexuality & spirituality collide in this campy melodrama about naughty nuns - Queerty

Outside The Walls explores the intersection of faith and queerness through a lesbian love story set in a convent during the Spanish Inquisition.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Packaging evil into something funny': is making fun of Trump now just clownwashing'?

Comedy can challenge authority and prevent normalization of harmful political realities, but it risks becoming a safety valve for apathy instead.
Right-wing politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Pete Hegseth quotes Samuel L. Jackson's fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction during sermon

Hegseth's prayer during a Pentagon service closely resembles a fictional monologue from Pulp Fiction rather than the actual biblical verse from Ezekiel.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Pray With Me Please': Pete Hegseth Reads Fake Bible Quote From Pulp Fiction' During Pentagon Prayer Service

The path of the downed aviator is beset on all sides by the inequities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men. Blessed is he who in the name of camaraderie and duty shepherds the lost through the valley of darkness, for he is truly his brother's keeper and the finder of lost children.
Right-wing politics
#trump
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
US Elections

White House removes widely mocked video of Trump's "faith" leader comparing him to Jesus - LGBTQ Nation

US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

White House removes widely mocked video of Trump's "faith" leader comparing him to Jesus - LGBTQ Nation

The White House removed a video of Paula White comparing Trump to Jesus after it sparked mockery online.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Jon Stewart on Trump's Jesus photo denial: Do you even care about lying to us any more?'

Late-night hosts criticized Trump's response to the Pope's peace message and his controversial AI-generated image depicting himself as Jesus.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks 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.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
1 month ago

Trey Parker and Matt Stone Are Still Writing The Book of Mormon

The Book of Mormon is being updated for its 15th anniversary, including new references and jokes about current events.
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

John Fugelsang's Separation Of Church And Hate Is Antidote To Blasphemous Trump Posts - Above the Law

Fugelsang's book provides insight into the complexities of Catholicism and its intersection with contemporary political issues.
Humor
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

There's a type of person who becomes the funniest one in every room and the loneliest one in every car ride home. The humor isn't hiding sadness. It's redirecting attention so skillfully that nobody ever thinks to ask the comedian a real question. - Silicon Canals

Humor often masks emotional struggles, as those who use it to deflect may be the least comfortable expressing their true feelings.
fromThe Bold Italic
1 month ago

Hunky Jesus Is Back, and Now He Has a Documentary

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence's annual Easter in the Park returns to Mission Dolores Park on Sunday, April 5, with the full sacrament: drag performances, live music, the Easter Bonnet contest, Foxy Mary, and the Hunky Jesus competition that gives the whole thing its name. Sister Roma, Peaches Christ, and Honey Mahogany are hosting.
NYC LGBT
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
1 month 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.
Humor
fromVulture
3 weeks 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.
Podcast
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Tig Notaro on Cheryl Hines no longer talking to her: "Things shifted very severely" - Queerty

Tig Notaro ended her podcast with Cheryl Hines and their friendship after Hines' husband Robert Kennedy Jr. announced his presidential run and his views gained mainstream attention.
fromQueerty
1 month ago

WATCH: Dan Levy is a not-so-celibate gay pastor making Big Mistakes in new Netflix comedy series - Queerty

Two deeply incapable siblings who are in over their heads when a misguided theft for their dying grandmother accidentally pulls them into the world of organized crime. Blackmailed into increasingly dangerous assignments, they clumsily fail upwards, sinking deeper into chaos they're ill-equipped to handle.
Television
Podcast
fromVulture
1 month ago

Tig Notaro Calls Former Friend Cheryl Hines MAGA Turn 'Very Strange'

Tig Notaro ended her podcast and friendship with Cheryl Hines due to irreconcilable political differences stemming from Hines' husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s right-wing political career and MAGA alignment.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Comedy Powerhouse "Jessica Kirson" Live at the Castro Theatre (SF)

Win tickets to Jessica Kirson's comedy show at Castro Theatre on April 26 by emailing contest details before the 5pm Friday, April 24 deadline.
fromKqed
10 months ago

'Steve Martin Writes the Written Word' Shows Depth of Comedian's Talent

Steve Martin Writes the Written Word is an aptly-named collection and excellent introduction to the comedian's best writings, including some new material. In another piece, he makes the list of 100 greatest books he read laugh out loud funny with fake titles such as "Omelet: Olga - Mnemonic Devices for Remembering Waitress' Names" and "Marijuana! Totally Harmless (can't remember author)."
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Palestine Comedy Club review roving performance collective finds light in darkness

They are exploring the nature of comedy and standup as a response to being a Palestinian now. This documentary follows the group as they attempt to put together a national tour, with shows in Ramallah, Nablus, Haifa, Nazareth and Jerusalem. In so doing, they encounter the basic problem of struggling through roadblocks, and sheer dismay and horror at the wholesale destruction of the war between Israel and Hamas.
Film
Arts
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: Does 'The Book of Mormon' hold up in darker times? - 48 hills

Political mismanagement and performative leadership strain civic institutions, yet local community support and live theatre attendance sustain cultural life.
fromQueerty
1 month ago

"It was touching my flesh": This hot real-life priest is calling it quits due to his too-powerful sexuality - Queerty

I could have decided to live in a grey area and lead a double life, as perhaps other priests do. But at a certain point, I realized that it wasn't right. I don't agree with celibacy or the doctrine that supports it.
LGBT
fromNature
1 month ago

Knock knock, no one's there. Study finds scientists' jokes mostly fall flat

Two-thirds of the attempts at humour during these talks fell flat, drawing either polite chuckles or no laughter at all. Almost one-quarter of attempted jokes were judged as a "moderate success", eliciting audible laughter from around half the audience. Only 9% prompted most or all of the attendees to laugh enthusiastically.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Rosie Jones looks back: Without realising it, I'd been workshopping jokes down the pub, saying, I'm not disabled, I'm drunk'

I was a smiley, happy child. I've had cerebral palsy since birth, so I've never known any other reality. At three years old I went to a disabled nursery connected to a disabled school, and I remember thinking, Why am I here? At the end of the day, the teacher brought my parents in and said, Rosie should be in a mainstream school.
Television
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
1 month ago

Tourette's Activist Group Calls SNL Sketch 'Not Acceptable'

Tourettes Action condemned SNL's sketch mocking Tourette's syndrome as unacceptable, emphasizing the disability is a serious neurological condition, not entertainment or a personality trait.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

'It's for perverts who know death!': Josh Sharp on wild PowerPoint comedy show

It's his sort-of coming out story imbued with the trauma of losing his mother Amy to ovarian cancer, told via a 2000-slide PowerPoint presentation and finished off with a genuinely impressive magic trick (Sharp was a childhood magician). On the subject of finishing, it's an abundance of sordid sex tales that fill the gaps between Sharp's god-fearing childhood in America's south, and his mother's crushing death in 2010.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The "Ins" and "Outs" of Comedy: Dealing With the Outflow

Readers who saw my previous post will recall its focus on a recurring pattern of laughter and humor found during my deep dive into the humor of the Seinfeld series. I wondered why we tend to laugh at various things going into our bodies and tried to explain why we might be so inclined using the Mutual Vulnerability Theory of Laughter.
Humor
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

He found out his brother - and best friend - died while sitting on 37B. Now KevOnStage has a stand-up about grief.

It was the only ticket available at such short notice," he told Business Insider. He joked that, if his sibling were going to pass, he could at least have waited until he wasn't packed like a sardine. It would have been more thoughtful of him, Fredericks said, if he hadn't learned of the tragedy while sandwiched "in 37B" between two strangers.
Humor
#standup-comedy
#stand-up-comedy
Humor
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

SF's "Catholic School Survivors" Comedy & Storytelling Night (North Beach)

A live comedy and storytelling show turns Catholic school memories into funny, raw, and relatable performances that invite laughter and communal healing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Saturday Night Live Bafta sketch branded horrific' by leading Tourette syndrome charity

This is not acceptable. Mocking a disability is never acceptable. It would not be tolerated for any other condition, and it should not be tolerated by people with Tourette's.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Anatoly: An In-depth Look at His Heavyweight Humor

Anyone who spends untold hours surfing the Web for humorous content will eventually find the work of one Vladimir Shmondenko, a prankster who goes by the name Anatoly. He's developed a faithful following, and, as far as I can tell, makes a comfortable living entirely from his TikTok and YouTube videos.
Humor
Humor
fromVulture
1 month ago

'He Is Basically the Goop That's Inside a Lava Lamp'

Comedian Chris Fleming delivers hyperspecific, manic observational comedy wrapped in performance-art strangeness, creating absurdist humor through elaborate tangential narratives and surreal character dissections.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
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