Comedian Maria Bamford says she is endlessly baffled by the adulation she receives from her stand-up comedy peers. Marc Maron ...

The 1960s marked a turning point in comedy, when performers began pushing beyond punchlines and embracing satire, social commentary, and more personal styles of humor. This era produced comedians who ...

From a construction site to the comedy stage -- meet local comedian Jerry Wayne Longmire. Find out what made this internet personality go viral, racking up millions of views online. But that's not all ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The hosting slot on a comedy show is a serious job for any stand-up. They arrive early to warm up the crowd and ...

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The 1970s were a golden age for stand-up and sketch comedy, launching careers that would shape humor for decades. While a handful of comedians became household names, many equally sharp and original ...

Comedian Alexandra Haddow has shared the book that gives her hope in tough times, as this week’s guest on Like This Love This, The Independent’s podcast. Each week, special guests tell Lucie McInerney ...