The History of Comedy (2017)
Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
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Episodes
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1. F***ing Funny2017-02-09 · 45mThe evolution of inappropriate humor throughout history is traced, showcasing the work from groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers, prison sentences and even their lives
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2. The Funnier Sex2017-02-16 · 45mA look at the greatest female comedians and how they were able to succeed in every genre where humor is found despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
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3. The Comedy of Real Life2017-02-23 · 45mA look at how comedians find humor in the simple, daily experiences most people share.
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4. One Nation, Under Comedy2017-07-16 · 45mThe evolution of racial humor and how comedy about shared experiences can cross cultural barriers to unite people in laughter are explored.
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5. Ripped from the Headlines2017-07-23 · 45mThe origins of topical humor are traced, from the invention of the monologue to the "fake news" shows of today.
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6. The Spark of Madness2017-07-30 · 45mThe mind of the comedian is explored, as well as the difficult road that many seem destined to take where mental illness and substance abuse are remarkably common.
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7. On Parody and Satire2017-08-06 · 45mDemonstrating how effective and funny it can be when you look at something serious and just twist it ever so slightly.
- 8 8. Politics Aside2017-08-13 · 45mA look at the many different ways that comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.
Cast
Ali WongSelf
Larry DavidSelf - Creator, Seinfeld
Rain PryorSelf
Gilbert GottfriedSelf
David ZuckerSelf
Kent AltermanSelf
Rob ReinerSelfAnne BeattsSelf
Betty WhiteSelf
Todd BoydSelf
Patton OswaltSelf
Judd ApatowSelf
Cindy ChupackSelf
Bobcat GoldthwaitSelfImages
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