
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 19 | Founded | 9 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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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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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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Funny You Should Mention launched 9 months ago and published 19 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Funny You Should Mention include:
1. Django Gold
2. Sam Jay
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