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Comedy History 101

Harmon Leon

Comedian and journalist Harmon Leon dives deep into the wild, weird, and hilarious history of comedy. Each episode explores the backstories of legendary comedians, iconic sketches, cult classics, stand-up milestones, and forgotten gems from the comedy world. From SNL to viral videos, we unpack the moments that shaped what makes us laugh. Whether you're a hardcore comedy nerd or just comedy-curious... more

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We go inside the PBS documentary series United States of Comedy with director Habib Azar. The five-part series spotlights diverse voices shaping stand-up comedy across America—capturing the next comedic generation redefining American comedy culture. more

The legendary Comedy Cellar - is the Yankee Stadium of NYC comedy clubs. Founded in 1982, the club has helped launch the careers of Jon Stewart, Dave Chappelle, Colin Quinn, Dave Attell, Amy Schumer, Ray Romano...(you get the idea).

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Before Hollywood, Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Uncle Buck, and Splash, John Candy was the heart of SCTV and Toronto’s Second City.

Paul Myers, author of John Candy: His Life in Comedy, shares Candy’s comedic rise alongside Eugene Levy, Catherine O’... more

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Joel Thurm was the casting director for such iconic movies as Airplane, Grease, Rocky Horror Picture Show, as well being the head of NBC casting for a solid decade. He is also the author of the new book, Sex, Drugs, and Pilot Season.

We do a deep di... more

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3.6 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Seriously Funny

    If a tale has funny bones Harmon Leon will find them. His hilariously thoughtful and thorough interviews and analysis will slip you past the censors, beyond the headlines and behind the curtain on some your favourite Comedy history personalities and breakthrough moments.

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    5
    John Brisson
    Canada2 years ago
  • These 2 are horrible

    What a waste of time 2 woke idiots

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Al Manzo
    United States3 years ago
  • Overall pretty meh

    Not very good audio quality. Using other people’s falls for their advantage without doing research.

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    1
    Beers and Badinage podcast
    United States5 years ago
  • Sasha Baron Cohen

    Can’t list to a podcast with poor quality sound. It sounds like they’re speaking through a tunnel.

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    2
    Annie Auckland
    New Zealand6 years ago
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    If you are looking for a legitimate history of comedy, look elsewhere. These guys see all comedy as applying to the present day, no questions asked.

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    crooked woody
    United States6 years ago

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