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Funny You Should Mention

Mike Pesca
Stand-Up Comedy
Sam Jay
Mental Health
Comedy
HBO
Police Brutality
Racism
Gender Identity
Incarceration
Humor
Black Wealth
Masculinity
Covid-19
The Gist
Systemic Racism
Healthcare
Firefighting
Parenting
Family Dynamics
Mass Shootings

Sure, stand-up comedy makes us laugh, but that's not its only purpose. Comics use the stage to make arguments and express bigger picture world-views, getting people to laugh in the process of making deeper points. In Funny You Should Mention, a new comedy series from Mike Pesca and The Comedy Cellar, Mike spends an hour with each comic, seeking to identify a broader thesis, and pressing comics to ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes19Founded9 months ago
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Mohanad Elshieky joins Funny You Should Mention with stories that make Benghazi feel less like a political Rorschach test and more like the small town where he learned comedy by roasting his siblings and dodging unlicensed militias. He walks us throu... more

Comedian Myq Kaplan joins the show for a deep dive into joke logic, philosophy, and the very slippery business of defining who counts as a comedian. Using his new special Rini as a jumping-off point, he and Mike wander through Grecian maxims, the par... more

Dusty Slay drops by with "Wet Heat" fresh on Netflix to talk Opelika lore (a.k.a. Snopalika), becoming parade Grand Marshal, and how a onetime pesticide salesman turned country-music linguist builds jokes from tiny word quirks. We get into his love o... more

Kentucky-raised, New York-forged, and newly "A Jewish Star," Ariel Elias breaks down how outsider status becomes comic superpower. We talk growing up Jewish in the Bluegrass, explaining Kentucky to New Yorkers, the "Earl" name bit, airline misery (fa... more

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Django Gold
Stand-up comedian and veteran writer known for his work on The Colbert Show and The Onion.
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Episode: Funny You Should Mention: Django Gold
Sam Jay
Comedian, writer, and podcaster known for her work on HBO and Saturday Night Live
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Mike Pesca
Mike is an accomplished host known for his engaging interviewing style and deep knowledge of comedy. He skillfully combines humor with serious discussions, often probing guests to explore the societal implications of their craft.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
  • Great conversation and good way to find comedians you like

    Love hearing comedians and Mike talk about how jokes work or how someone came up with a bit. Bonus: I’ve also gone to see some of the comedians he’s interviewed, whom I had never heard of before. Mike’s interview skills combined with his love of comedy make this so much fun.

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    United States9 months ago

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Funny You Should Mention: Django Gold
Q: Have you been doing stand-up for long?
Gold mentions he's been performing for about 12 years, indicating a long-term commitment to developing his craft.
Funny You Should Mention: Django Gold
Q: So based on that, I've kind of gotten this weird, like, the character I would say is like neurotic, but also with like fear.
Gold elaborates that he has developed a stage persona that reflects a mix of humor and anxiety, which resonates with audiences.
Funny You Should Mention: Django Gold
Q: So does this come naturally? I mean, well, I shouldn't say this has come naturally. How intentional is it?
Gold implies that he is conscious about his comedic techniques and style, aiming to keep audiences surprised without startling them.
Funny You Should Mention: Roy Wood Jr.
Q: What do you think about the beating heart of your comedy?
I think a lot of people are just trying to feel good and consume things that make them feel good, which often results in a disconnection from the truth.
Funny You Should Mention: Mike Yard
Q: When did you start pursuing comedy?
Yard began pursuing comedy after prison when a friend introduced him to the world of stand-up, noticing his natural humor and knack for joke structure.

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This comedy series provides a unique blend of humor and thought-provoking discussions, where stand-up comedians are encouraged to explore deeper societal themes through their craft. Each episode features an in-depth conversation between a host and the guest comedian, shedding light on their comedic processes, personal narratives, and the broader implications of their performances. Episodes often touch on sensitive topics, ranging from race relations to mental health, using humor as a vehicle for commentary and connection. With a focus on both laughter and intellectual engagement, this series stands out by highlighting how comedians can challenge societal norms while entertaining an audience.

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