Podcasts about National Comedy Center

This Morning, a Billionaire Breakfast, we play OTF for prizes, we talk about some of the worst guests we had had visit us, West Herr's Brandon Tandoi joins us talking about Cars & Coffee, and Journey Gunderson from the National Comedy Center is on getting us ready for Lucille Ball's Comedy Festival! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Listen to past episodes on 97Rock. Follow the Show on Apple, Spotify or Amazon MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Gillis's collaboration with NASCAR for Netflix's 'Full Speed' Season 2. Tim Dillon discusses his preference for LA over Austin despite political issues. John Cleese reflects on the 50th anniversary of Monty Python's 'Holy Grail' and its impact on American culture. Seth Meyers comments on changes in the late-night comedy landscape, praising new shows like Taylor Tomlinson's 'After Midnight'. Other news includes Nikki Glaser's recognition in Time 100, Rami Yousef's commencement speech at Rutgers, Spotify's podcast payouts, Matt Ford's critique of the Edinburgh Fringe, and upcoming comedy stage shows and courses. 00:11 Shane Gillis Teams Up with NASCAR00:52 Tim Dillon's Take on LA vs. Austin01:32 John Cleese Reflects on Monty Python05:02 Seth Meyers on the Evolution of Late Night05:53 Nikki Glaser's Influence and Future Plans06:26 Ramy Youssef's Commencement Speech at Rutgers06:58 The Economics of Cramomedy08:32 New Comedy Stage Show: The Battle08:58 National Comedy Center's New Initiatives09:22 Mike Myers on Politics and ComedyGet the show without ads. Five bucks.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.    Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

National Comedy Center's Summer Comedy Festival lineup is revealed full 376 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:17:19 +0000 EPp8PNIyACVLlpa1XD9YHuLAxZzXuupv news A New Morning news National Comedy Center's Summer Comedy Festival lineup is revealed Collection of LIVE interviews from Buffalo's Early News on WBEN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepo

 Host Johnny Mac provides updates in the comedy world, including Nate Bargatze being chosen to host the 77th Emmy Awards, highlights from the upcoming National Comedy Center's Comedy Festival featuring Jon Stewart and Bill Murray, and details about the 'Office' spinoff with Oscar Nunez. Additionally, 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' celebrates its 20th anniversary with its 17th season, and Richard Pryor's albums get a new box set release. The episode also covers news about Craig Ferguson's new real estate purchase, Tim Dillon's comments on RFK, Tom Green's take on Canadian comedy, and the kickoff of the Sydney Comedy Festival. 00:43 Nate Bargatze to Host the Emmy Awards01:38 National Comedy Center's Comedy Festival03:08 The Office Spinoff: The Paper04:30 It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 1705:47 Tim Dillon on News Nation and Cancel Culture06:39 Tom Green's Canadian Comedy07:55 Gossip Corner: Craig Ferguson and Richard Pryor10:27 Sydney Comedy Festival Kicks OffUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsContact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.comDCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynewsYou can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews 00:43 Nate Bargatze to Host the Emmy Awards01:38 National Comedy Center's Comedy Festival03:08 The Office Spinoff: The Paper04:30 It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 1705:47 Tim Dillon on News Nation and Cancel Culture06:39 Tom Green's Canadian Comedy07:55 Gossip Corner: Craig Ferguson and Richard Pryor10:27 Sydney Comedy Festival Kicks OffUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsContact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.comDCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynewsYou can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Johnny Mac's Daily Comedy News focuses exclusively on the 50th anniversary celebrations of Saturday Night Live today. He highlights key events including the SNL 50 Homecoming Concert, a feature-length documentary on SNL's musical history, and the big anniversary special airing Sunday night. Johnny also reacts to IndieWire's list of the top 50 SNL sketches of the 21st century and USA Today's ranking of the best SNL cast members. Additionally, he discusses the National Comedy Center's preservation of SNL's creative papers and reflects on SNL's impact on young comedians today. 00:41 SNL 50 Homecoming Concert Details01:24 SNL 50th Anniversary Weekend Programming04:12 Top 50 SNL Sketches of the 21st Century08:02 Top 50 SNL Cast Members of All Time12:41 Does SNL Still Matter?15:27 National Comedy Center's SNL Collection16:25 Upcoming Episodes  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Jay and Kelly talk about what we got from our fathers, both good and bad. We also talk about the genius of George Carlin, living in the shadow of your parents, Crossroads School, Judd Apatow, taking care of you parents, the Emmy Awards, defining yourself, fans, wanting to make people laugh, and how pity sex is just fine. Kelly Carlin-McCall is an author, storyteller, depth psychologist, transformational coach and television producer. Her solo show, A Carlin Home Companion, was expanded and then published as a memoir by St. Martin's Press in 2015. Her television work includes being a producer of the showtime show, The Green Room with Paul Provenza, and in 2023, she won an Emmy as executive producer of the HBO documentary, George Carlin's American Dream. Her 20+ years of study and practice in Zen Buddhism, Co-Active Coaching and Imaginal Psychology are the foundation for her creative work and for her transformational programs through her Humans on the Verge community. She is proudly deeply involved in The National Comedy Center as an Industry Advisory Board member, and proud to be a Chautauquan since 2017 when she helped to launch the first ever comedy week hereEDITING NOTES: KELLY CARLIN I think incorrectly she helped stand ups. We can cut that out. .

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Tamara MC who shares her adventures exploring comedic icon Lucille Ball's hometown in Chautauqua County, New York.  Offering a unique blend of nostalgia, entertainment history, and small-town charm this adventure included a visit to the Lucy Desi Museum in Jamestown, along with the National Comedy Center, the Lucille Ball Memorial Park, Lucy's childhood home at 59 Lucy Lane, and Lake View Cemetery, Lucy's final resting place. More at: https://lucydesi.com/  Dr. Tamara MC is a seasoned travel journalist and cultural linguist from the United States with a track record of publications in high-profile lifestyle and travel outlets. With a keen focus on ecotourism, sustainability, wildlife, hiking, t cycling, gastronomy, and cultural tourism, Tamara brings a unique depth to her storytelling. Tamara has an impressive command of over eight languages and has ventured to nearly 80 countries, primarily solo. More at  https://tamaramc.com/  Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/  Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m  This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Vacation Station," "Toast to The Arts," and "Women Making History." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac dives into Lorne Michaels' decision to remove Shane Gillis from SNL and the rise in Gillis' popularity. Ricky Gervais' new tour 'Mortality' faces mixed reviews, notably criticized by Lewis Chilton of The Independent. Highlights include a review of Hasan Minhaj's latest special, beginning with a compelling, non-funny start before transitioning to humor. Upcoming comedy specials from Sebastian Maniscalco on Hulu and Fortune Feimster on Netflix are noted, as well as Sacha Baron Cohen's appearance on The Tonight Show with Borat and Ali G, who mock Trump and Kamala Harris. Additionally, Cohen donates $500,000 to help Sudanese displaced people, and the National Comedy Center's exhibit honors Norman Lear. The Back to the Future musical ends its Broadway run but plans performances in Germany, Japan, and on a cruise ship. Minhaj and Dez Bishop's comedy specials receive acclaim, and top comedy show recommendations for 2024 are discussed.00:00 The Lorne Michaels and Shane Gillis SNL Controversy00:58 Ricky Gervais' New Special and Tour03:44 Hasan Minhaj's Special Review05:33 Sebastian Maniscalco's Upcoming Special06:37 Fortune Feimster's Netflix Special06:58 Sacha Baron Cohen on The Tonight Show07:28 Borat's Hilarious Advice to Kamala Harris07:57 Ali G's Message to Trump and Harris08:32 Sasha Baron Cohen's Generous Donation08:49 Norman Lear's Legacy Exhibit09:33 Back to the Future Musical Ends Broadway Run10:46 Comedy Special Reviews and Recommendations11:34 Top Comedy Specials of 202412:19 Final Thoughts and FarewellUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get the other shows on the network ad-free!  $4.99, a no brainer. This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Oct. 9, 2024, we discuss the state of comedy in 2024 and hear about the National Comedy Center in Jamestown.

Host Johnny Mac delivers updates on the latest in comedy. He discusses Tim Dillon's new Netflix project and doubts about it being labeled a comedy special. Mac also provides insights into Michael Che's potential new late-night talk show and its development phase. The episode shares various comedy news, including Nate Bregazzi's involvement with the National Comedy Center and Andy Samberg's SNL portrayal of Doug Emhoff. Additionally, Mac humorously critiques Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonightmares' Halloween attraction at Rockefeller Center and reflects on recent episodes from popular podcasts and TV series.00:57 Tim Dillon's Unique Approach to Comedy02:17 Michael Che's Late Night Talk Show03:08 SNL's 50th Anniversary and Cast Updates03:29 Doug Emhoff and SNL Impressions03:53 Nate Bregazzi and the National Comedy Center04:38 Shain Brenden's New Album05:10 Jimmy Fallon's Halloween Attraction07:57 Podcast Recommendations and The Simpsons Finale08:38 Office Ladies Podcast Update09:39 Upcoming Comedy SpecialsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get the other shows on the network ad-free!  $4.99, a no brainer. This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Email/Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

In Hollywood today with the legendary George Schlatter, creator of Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In, an American sketch comedy television show inspired by the hippie counterculture, which aired on NBC from 1968-1973. The always vibrant (and perceptive!) 94 year old tells all about show biz - from getting the networks to pick up his shows 'Laugh-In', 'Turn On' and 'Real People', to working in Las Vegas with the greats like Lucille Ball, Frank Sinatra and Milton Berle; all the while keeping true to his core belief of how uncertainty  - and yes, even at times failure - generate more creativity than anything else. We also discuss his book 'Still Laughing' about the never before heard stories about this iconic producer and his groundbreaking television programming (with a documentary on his career soon to follow); his YouTube channel 'Clown Jewels' and the backstory about The National Comedy Center in Jamestown NY! Find out why George gives a whole new meaning on what it takes to make it in show business. Join us!About the Spotlight Conversations podcast:Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests know media, we're talkin'! Unscripted and entertaining, each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz; from where they started to how it's going. Join us in my swanky studio where drinks are always on ice; music + media are the conversation starters. New episodes every other Tuesday. Social media links, website and more hereFollow and subscribe to my podcast hereA very special thank you to friends who helped bring my Spotlight Conversations podcast together and especially for their continued support:Booth Announcer: Joe Szymanski ('Joe The Voice Guy')Theme Song Composer: Mark Sparrow, SongBird StudiosRadio Free RaleighHouston Radio Platinum

Johnny Mac welcomes Journey Gunderson, the Executive Director of the National Comedy Center, to discuss the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Jamestown, New York.The conversation dives into the history and significance of the festival, Lucille Ball's legacy, and the unique exhibits at the National Comedy Center. They also explore the impact of comedy legends, the handling of controversial material, and the efforts to preserve comedy archives. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media  Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Journey Gunderson from the National Comedy Center in Jamestown tells us how you can celebrate the history of comedy this weekend.

Journey Gunderson from the National Comedy Center calls in to promote their Lucille Ball Comedy Festival this weekend in Jamestown, NY.

This Morning, Family's can't even bury their loved ones anymore, The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia joins us for another week of Bills Training Camp, we see what trouble is happening in the Niagara Falls Police Blotter, and Journey Gunderson from the National Comedy Center joins us ahead of the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival kicking off at the end of the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LEGENDARY TELEVISION PRODUCER GEORGE SCHLATTER CREATOR OF "ROWAN & MARTIN'S LAUGH-IN" Throughout his long and successful career as a producer, director and writer, George Schlatter has been responsible for hundreds of hours of television series and specials. He changed the face of television when he created and produced such breakthrough series as Laugh-In and Real People. Over the years, George has received numerous honors and awards including: 25 Emmy Award nominations, three Emmys, three Image Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Television Critics Awards, Directors Guild Award, Producers Guild “Man of The Year,” and many others. On its 25th Anniversary, the Television Academy honored him for his outstanding contribution to television. In 1989, he was awarded a star on Hollywood Boulevard's Walk of Fame. Mr. Schlatter is a veteran of over 60 years in network television. He produced the first 5 years of the Grammy Awards plus series and specials starring Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Eddie Murphy, Cher, Elton John, Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Liza Minnelli, Michael Jackson, Doris Day, Jonathan Winters, Richard Pryor, Shirley MacLaine, Bill Cosby, Lucille Ball, Jackie Gleason, Diana Ross, Lena Horne, Dinah Shore, Nat King Cole, Placido Domingo and scores of others. In 1987, George Schlatter created and for 15 years produced the American Comedy Awards, an annual televised event designed to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of comedic actors and performers. George says, “Of all the work I've done, I am perhaps most proud of my involvement in the early careers of performers like Goldie Hawn, Lily Tomlin, Roseanne, Robin Williams, Ellen DeGeneres, and others who have gone on to greater heights. Working with stars is rewarding, but helping to create stars is the most fulfilling of all accomplishments.” In 1996, the Museum of Television & Radio did a special tribute to him for his contributions in the world of television. In honor of Frank Sinatra's milestone 80th birthday, George produced the Emmy-winning critically acclaimed special, Sinatra 80 Years: My Way.  Other credits include the Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration, which also won an Emmy for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special in 1990, the Muhammad Ali 50th & 60th Birthday Celebrations, Welcome Home America, the USO 50th Anniversary, The People's Choice Awards, the American Film Institute Life Achievement Award Salutes to Dustin Hoffman and Harrison Ford, and both the 54th and 55th Presidential Inaugural Opening Ceremonies of George W. Bush. In 2013, Pepperdine University presented Still Laugh-In, A Toast to George Schlatter acknowledging his innovative contributions to television over many decades and in December, 2014, George was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Pepperdine in recognition of his lifelong achievements. Most recently he produced a comedy collection for Sirius Radio and Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate for Netflix. Besides his work in television, George has been honored for his showmanship and involvement in many charitable causes including Finding a Cure… Nancy Reagan: A Love Story (for Juvenile Diabetes Research) and the Los Angeles Opera on Stage Gala starring Placido Domingo. Since 1990 he has produced every Carousel of Hope Ball for the Children's Diabetes Foundation, which has built and benefits the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Denver, Colorado. To further his support of comedy and the people who perform it, George has become an active supporter and Board Member of the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. He has donated much of his material to them and they have named their theater The George and Jolene Brand Schlatter Theater in his honor. George's book, Still Laughing: A Life in Comedy was released in July, 2023. In it he shares many of the hilarious adventures he had in his early years of television. George is married to former actress Jolene Brand who was a regular on the Ernie Kovacs Show and they have two daughters. Maria is an Emmy award winning television producer and is now writing for the theater. Andrea Justine is a champion equestrian rider and trainer.

Daily Comedy News: Thunderstorm Edition with Johnny MacIn this special thunderstorm edition of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac braves the rain to discuss various celebrity stories and comedy updates. Topics include Olivia Munn and John Mulaney's rumored marriage, Jim Norton's new album 'Gender Reveal Disaster' and his wife's difficult immigration journey, and Stormy Daniels branding herself still a Republican despite legal issues with Trump. The National Comedy Center announces Nate Bregazzi as the headliner for the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, and updates on Jimmy Kimmel's guest hosts. Additionally, Martin Short's character Jiminy Glick's unique interview with Bill Maher, Danny Jealous' upcoming special at the Roxy Theatre, the intriguing development of 'Spaceballs 2' by Josh Gad and Mel Brooks, and Ian Karmel's new book about his weight loss journey are also covered. National Donuts Chain T-Shirts are in: https://caloroga.com/product/national-donuts-chain-unisex-garment-dyed-heavyweight-t-shirt/ Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and sign up for our newsletter here. See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media. www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/dcnpod - join us to to discuss comedy and your favorite comedians. YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@dailycomedynews?sub_confirmation=1 Twitter is @dcnpod because the person with what I want tweeted once Email: john at thesharkdeck dot com Daily Comedy News commentary includes satire and parody. Daily Comedy News is a production of Caloroga Shark Media, the leading company in short form daily podcastsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-the-daily-show-about-comedians-and-comedy--4522158/support.

We talked to Executive Director Journey Gunderson from the National Comedy Center.

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. Imagine one of the more creative, interactive museums of the US that is also the repository of some of the greatest comedic minds in history. Peter sits down with George Carlin's daughter Kelly Carlin to discuss her father's career and legacy. Then, conversations with Journey Gunderson - Executive Director of The National Comedy Center and Lucy Desi Museum - and Dr. Laura La Placa - VP of Archives for the National Comedy Center's Carl Reiner Department of Archives and Preservation and for the Lucy Desi Museum - for a in-depth look at the history and future of comedy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg - from The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. Imagine one of the more creative, interactive museums of the US that is also the repository of some of the greatest comedic minds in history. Peter sits down with George Carlin's daughter Kelly Carlin to discuss her father's career and legacy. Then, conversations with Journey Gunderson - Executive Director of The National Comedy Center and Lucy Desi Museum - and Dr. Laura La Placa - VP of Archives for the National Comedy Center's Carl Reiner Department of Archives and Preservation and for the Lucy Desi Museum - for a in-depth look at the history and future of comedy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The madness of the year has already gotten to us, and if it's going to continue through the already-declared politics-free summer, perhaps its time to get out of dodge and head on up to the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY? What nonsense is happening this week? First off, can anyone fluent in finance explain how Truth Social makes money? While we're at it, can someone also tackle inflation? While on the topic of explaining things, a Michigan rep could use some help identifying a college basketball team. An MLB player could use some help determining if Wyoming is real, and Tennessee needs to figure out what exactly is the deal with Chemtrails. As always, Lewis is here to help navigate the madness. This week's rants are live from the road in Providence, Boston, and Portland, ME. ___________________ For advertising opportunities email: rantcast@thesyn.com ___________________ TOUR DATES: http://www.lewisblack.com/tickets GET MERCH: http://www.lewisblack.com/collections ____________________ SUBMIT RANTS TO LEWIS Have something you want to get off your chest? http://www.livelewis.com _____________________ SUBSCRIBE TO THE RANTCAST http://www.lewisblacksrantcast.com ____________________ FOLLOW LEWIS https://www.lewisblack.com https://www.instagram.com/thelewisblack https://twitter.com/thelewisblack https://www.facebook.com/thelewisblack https://www.youtube.com/OfficialLewisBlack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OMG, where has George Schlatter been my whole life? I could've been a contenda! George Schlatter relishes the accidents and has made a career and created a legacy spinning them into comedy gold. Sock it to me! Here comes the judge! Look that up in your Funk and Wagnells! It's not everyone who creates language that becomes part of the lexicon. 25x Emmy Nominee, 3x Emmy Winner, Golden Globe WInner, Producers Guild Winner, and Directore's Guild Man of the Year, George Schlatter is all that and so much more. A television icon, I'm beyond thrilled to have had this opportunity to chat and get to know him with y'all. Creator and producer of Laugh-In, for that alone he should be canonized, George changed the face of television. He also created and produced Real People, produced the first 5 years of the Grammy Awards plus series and specials starring Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Eddie Murphy, Cher, Elton John, Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Liza Minnelli, Michael Jackson, Doris Day, Jonathan Winters, Richard Pryor, Shirley MacLaine, Bill Cosby, Lucille Ball, Jackie Gleason, Diana Ross, Lena Horne, Dinah Shore, Nat King Cole, Placido Domingo and scores of others. George Schlatter created and for 15 years produced the American Comedy Awards. Most recently, George produced a comedy collection for Sirius Radio and Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate for Netflix. Besides his work in television, George has been honored for his showmanship and involvement in many charitable causes. To further his support of comedy and the people who perform it, George has become an active supporter and Board Member of the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. He's donated much of his material to them and they've named their theater, The George and Jolene Brand Schlatter Theater, in his honor. George's book, Still Laughing: A Life in Comedy, which dropped in July, is a feast for show biz and comedy lovers. I devoured it. And he shares so many gems from it with us here, from the creation of Laugh-In, finding Goldie, Lily, Artie, Judy, Henry, Ruth, Dan, and Dick, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Robin Williams, Lucy, Steve Lawrence, Judy Garland, Cher, Diana Ross, more, more, more! https://www.amazon.com/Still-Laughing-Comedy-Creator-Laugh/dp/1951213793 We had a near-miss encounter 37 years ago when he was producing Comedy Club and I was visiting my Laughter Company Improv cohort, Bob Nelson. I didn't let him get away from me this time! Where has George Schlatter been my whole life? No matter, he's here now. And that's no accident! George Schlatter Live on Game Changers with Vicki Abelson Wednesday, March 6, 5 PM PT, 8 PM ET Streamed Live on my Facebook Replay here: https://bit.ly/49LIQ0L

The Insomnia Project: Episode Show NotesEpisode Title: Around the World in Museums (Listener Request!)Hosts: Amanda Barker and Marco TimpanoToday's episode:Inspired by a listener request from Ashley, Amanda and Marco take listeners on a whirlwind tour of unique and fascinating museums around the world. From the musical wonderlands of the Banjo Museum in Oklahoma City to the historical insights of the Tenement Museum in New York City, they weave a tapestry of cultural experiences.Prepare to be transported to the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, a haven for all things pop culture, and then get ready to giggle at the Comedy Museum in Jamestown, New York. The conversation wouldn't be complete without a nod to their shared love for museum gift shops, and of course, a visit to the iconic Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Museum in the same town.Settle in, relax, and let Amanda and Marco guide you through these extraordinary museums, all from the comfort of your own bed.Additional Resources:The Insomnia Project website: http://www.theinsomniaproject.com/The Banjo Museum: https://americanbanjomuseum.com/The Tenement Museum: https://www.tenement.org/Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP): https://www.mopop.org/The National Comedy Center: https://comedycenter.org/Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz Museum: https://lucydesi.com/ Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-insomnia-project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Clemente started doing stand-up when he was 36 years old and is doing all he can to keep comedy alive in Jamestown, N.Y. Always a performer at heart, he did improv at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival and is trying as hard as he can to get local comedy into the National Comedy Center. The only constant member of the Jamestown comedy scene and the founder of Crescent City Creative and Karate Sleepover, he's been bringing in talented comedians from Buffalo, Rochester, Erie, Pa., and Pittsburgh for years. He's also a life-long Pittsburgh Penguins fan and used to run a successful blog. Follow Paul Clemente: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_boopaul/Karate Sleepover: https://www.facebook.com/karatesleepoverCrescent City Creative: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552211034875Support the show

TVC 633.5: David Bianculli talks to Ed about how the battles between CBS network executives and Tom Smothers over censorship of behind The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour (CBS, 1967-1969) “were like parents who were too strict trying to discipline children who were too rebellious”; the return of The Smothers Brothers to CBS television in 1988, and the emergence of Tom's “Yo-Yo man” character; and the final public appearance of the Smothers Brothers during the launch of a Smothers Brothers exhibit at the National Comedy Center. David's books on television include Dangerously Funny: The Uncensored Story of The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, a behind-the-scenes look at the lives and careers of Tom and Dick Smothers and the legacy of The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Tom Smothers passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26 at age eighty-six. Want to advertise/sponsor our show? TV Confidential has partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle advertising/sponsorship requests for the podcast edition of our program. They're great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email sales@advertisecast.com or click the link below to get started: https://www.advertisecast.com/TVConfidentialAradiotalkshowabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We talk about NYE, The National Comedy Center, and Olive Garden.

We drunkenly recap our trip to The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY.

The National Comedy Center honors the late Tom Smothers. Theater Talk with Peter Hall and Anthony Chase

Journey Gunderson of the National Comedy Center on Tom Smothers

Niagara Falls, the LSD teepee, & the comedy magic wing of the National Comedy Center, with Penn & Teller: Fool Us host Brooke Burke.          

David Letterman will appear on Colbert on Monday, marking his first return tot he Ed Sullivan Theater.Bert Kreischer explains what went down with the Iditarod protestor.The National Comedy Center announces a robust Don Rickles exhibitThe Arab American Comedy Festival is tomorrowVulture didn't like Matt Rife's special eitherSupport the show by supporting out sponsors: Expressvpn.com/dcn for the hookup. I seriously use it every single day. Go to TODAY TIX dot com slash dcn and use promo code dcn to get twenty dollars off your first TodayTix purchase! Support the show! Join the $2 Club! at Buy Me A Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews www.linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/dcnpod - join us to to discuss comedy and your favorite comedians. YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@dailycomedynews?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram is @dailycomedynews https://www.instagram.com/dailycomedynews/?hl=en Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/dailycomedynews/ Web version at www.dailycomedynews.com Twitter X is @dcnpod because the person with what I want tweeted once Email: john at thesharkdeck dot com Daily Comedy News commentary includes satire and parody. Daily Comedy News is a production of Caloroga Shark Media, the leading company in short form daily podcastsThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4522158/advertisement

More backstage banter from the green room of The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presented by The National Comedy Center in Lucy's hometown of Jamestown, NY. Comics from across the U.S. whose credits include Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show, Last Comic Standing, Conan, Late Night with Seth Meyers and The Late Show with David Letterman bring their unique brand of humor to the podcast and take the audience on a journey into their creative process. This episode features observations, insight and inspirations from Paul Morrisey, Eitan Levine, Marcus Monroe, Dean Edwards, Chris Martin and Rachel Feinstein.

Backstage at The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presented by The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York. Comics from around the nation who have appeared on Comedy Central, MTV, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The Late Late Show with James Corden will be performing their newest and often truest material. This episode features Tony Deyo, Ashley Austin Morris, Adam Mamawala, Turner Sparks, Sarah Tollemache and Jon Laster. After their sets in The Tropicana Club (a re-creation of Ricky Ricardo's famous Manhattan Night Club) the comics join Pat Hazell on the podcast to discuss their creative process, career development and views on the world of comedy.

Conan O'Brien was afraid of Letterman's shadow and proposed changing the name of Late Night.Is Adam Sandler's new movie any good? Sacha Baron Cohen is bringing back Ali G....but totally not for a movie because there's a writers strike and an actor's strike so it's totally not a movie.The National Comedy Center and Lewis Black will honor Mark Russell tonight.Marlon Wayans has had it with cancel cultureJenny Yang does not want the Sixers to move to Chinatown Support the show! Join the $2 Club! at Buy Me ACoffee:www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewswww.linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsFacebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/dcnpod - join us to to discuss comedy and your favorite comedians.YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@dailycomedynews?sub_confirmation=1Instagram is @dailycomedynews https://www.instagram.com/dailycomedynews/?hl=enReddit https://www.reddit.com/r/dailycomedynews/AI generated transcripts at www.dailycomedynews.comTwitter is @dcnpod because the person with what I want tweeted onceEmail: john at thesharkdeck dot comDaily Comedy News commentary includes satire and parody.Daily Comedy News is a production of The Shark Deck, the leading company in short form daily podcastsThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4522158/advertisement

Details will be released today regarding two new lawsuits connected with the May 14 attack on the Jefferson Avenue Tops. Lewis Black is hosting a special dedication for Mark Russell at the National Comedy Center. He spoke with Jay Moran. The game of cricket is growing in Buffalo. WBFO's Holly Kirkpatrick reports.

Welcome to Heilman & Haver - Episode 77.  We hope you enjoy the show! Please join the conversation - email us with thoughts and ideas and connect with the show on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram and at heilmanandhaver.com. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sam Wasson Joining us for Episode 77 is "one of the great chroniclers of Hollywood lore" according to Janet Maslin of The New York Times, and "a fabulous social historian" and sleuth in the eyes of Hilton Als of The New Yorker.  Sam Wasson is the author of six books on film, including The New York Times bestsellers Fifth Avenue, 5AM: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and the Dawn of the Modern Woman; The Big Goodbye: Chinatown and the Last Years of Hollywood; and Fosse.  An L.A. native, Sam studied Film at Wesleyan University and at the USC School of Cinematic Arts before publishing his first book, A Splurch in the Kisser: The Movies of Blake Edwards and in addition to his work as an author and publisher, Wasson has written for numerous publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The New Yorker, and has won three Los Angeles Press Club Journalism Awards. He's served as a consultant for The National Comedy Center in New York and The Film Society of Lincoln Center, was a Visiting Professor of Film at Wesleyan University and Emerson College and, as a panelist and lecturer has appeared all over the world. In 2020, Wasson and producer Brandon Millan founded Felix Farmer Press to publish necessary books on the art, business, culture and history of the Hollywood film. His latest book Hollywood: The Oral History - co-authored with renowned film scholar and educator Jeanine Basinger - was released last year and called “Hollywood's ultimate oral history” by The New Yorker, and “majestic” by The Los Angeles Review of Books.  Wasson's biography of Francis Ford Coppola's real-life dream studio, American Zoetrope, The Path to Paradise: A Francis Ford Coppola Story, will be published by HarperCollins this December.  You can find Sam online at www.samwasson.com and he joined us from his home in Laurel Canyon.

Journey Gunderson is the Executive Director of the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY  – the United States' official cultural institution dedicated to the art of comedy – where she led the planning, strategy, fundraising and creative development for its acclaimed museum and archives. Named one of the Top 50 Museum Influencers worldwide by international museum and attractions authority Blooloop, Gunderson has guided the National Comedy Center in its 21st Century museum design, featuring state-of-the-art technology, interactivity and personalization. Since its opening in 2018, the National Comedy Center was named “Best New Museum” in the country by USA Today, one of the “World's Greatest Places” by TIME magazine and one of “100 Reasons to Love America” by People magazine. Based on the vision of Jamestown native Lucille Ball for her hometown in Western New York to become a destination for comedy, the non-profit Comedy Center showcases comedy's great minds and unique voices in ways that educate, engage and inspire future generations. Journey also serves as Executive Director of the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, both of which have reached new heights under her leadership.

Dave Chappelle will once again do outdoor shows in Yellow Springs...next week. Kevin Hart says, "We have to be aware of the times because to not respect the times and not respect change is just ignorant." George Lopez is making "How the Gringo Stole Christmas.” Matt Rife is not the Meme Kid Jay Leno, Arsenio Hall, and Craig Ferguson are doing at least one show as The Kings Of Late Night. The National Comedy Center opened a Caroline's exhibit Jay Pharaoh will tape a new special in August Mo Amer has a new podcast  Fortune Feimster's engagement Mae Martin on their changing labels. Rob Schneider supports RFK Jr. a look at some of the JFL Montreal panels and no Jury Duty season 2. Support the show! Join the $2 Club! at  Buy Me A Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Listen Ad-Free and get the episodes early with a premium subscription for $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-comedy-news-podcast-a-podcast-about-comedians/id1474309028 www.linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/dcnpod - join us to to discuss comedy and your favorite comedians. YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@dailycomedynews?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram is @dailycomedynews https://www.instagram.com/dailycomedynews/?hl=en Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/dailycomedynews/ AI generated transcripts at www.dailycomedynews.com Twitter is @dcnpod because the person with what I want tweeted once Email: john at thesharkdeck dot com Daily Comedy News commentary includes satire and parody. Daily Comedy News is a production of The Shark Deck, the leading company in short form daily podcastsBuy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journey Gunderson, Executive Director of the National Comedy Center, tells Newsline with Brigitte Quinn that Joan's meticulously organized archive will one day be on display at the museum in Jamestown, New York.

Colin is off this week, so we decided to do a Nose without him — and a Nose all about stuff Colin doesn't care about: video games and things video games-adjacent. Comedian Shawn Murray guest hosts. The Super Mario Bros. Movie is the highest-grossing movie of 2023, the highest-grossing video game adaptation ever made, and the third-highest-grossing animated movie of all-time. None of that, of course, means it's particularly good. And: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Wild is the 20th entry in the main Legend of Zelda series of video games dating back to 1986. It is the second Zelda game for the Nintendo Switch, and a direct sequel to 2017's Breath of the Wild. Tears of the Kingdom came out last month and reportedly sold 10 million copies in its first three days of release. It's the fastest-selling Nintendo game in the Americas — ever. Oh, and it's already showing up in discussions of the greatest video games ever made. Some other stuff that happened this week, give or take: Taylor Swift And Matty Healy Have Reportedly Broken Up Best believe she's still bejeweled. How the Marvel Cinematic Universe Swallowed Hollywood Robert Redford, Gwyneth Paltrow, Paul Rudd, and Angela Bassett now disappear into movies whose plots can come down to “Keep glowy thing away from bad guy.” The Binge Purge TV's streaming model is broken. It's also not going away. For Hollywood, figuring that out will be a horror show. Why Is Everyone Watching TV With the Subtitles On? It's not just you. ‘Perry Mason' Canceled By HBO After 2 Seasons A ‘Crown Jewel of Comedy': The Joan Rivers Card Catalog of Jokes Finds a Home Take a look at some of the artifacts from her archive, which includes 65,000 cross-referenced gags and is headed to the National Comedy Center. Kylie Jenner Casually Pulled Out A $40,000 Rolex During A “What's In My Bag” Video, And People Have Thoughts The post just called me broke. How to Talk to Your Child About Minesweeper This Sandwich Is Due to Go Viral Any Second The absurd moo yong sandwich is just what the internet craves. Why haven't we heard more about it? GUESTS: Carolyn Paine: An actress, comedian, and dancer; she is founder, director, and choreographer of CONNetic Dance Brian Slattery: Arts editor for the New Haven Independent Pedro Soto: President and CEO of Hygrade Precision Technologies Bill Yousman: Professor of media studies at Sacred Heart University The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Shawn Murray contributed to this show.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journey Gunderson, Executive Director of the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY, joins the podcast to discuss the intentionality in curating the museum, its reception from patrons across the country and the comedians themselves the museum aims to celebrate, and everything else in between.

In this episode of The Bill Squire Show, we (Bill, Tommi, and Pants) explore the topic of paying back parents. We delve into whether it's an appropriate ask and discuss the toxic family dynamics that can arise from such situations. The conversation also touches upon a variety of other topics, including the aftermath of a food hangover, Bill's Jamestown getaway (National Comedy Center), and drinking on Super Bowl weekend. We also share their thoughts on DC Universe, James Gunn, Flash, and our opinions on who should play the next Superman and Batman. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/billsquire/support

When you think of the most diverse Cities (per capita) in all of New York, Western New York doesn't typically come to mind - Jamestown is reshaping that narrative.  In this episode, Neil and Will sit down with the Mayor of Jamestown - Mayor Eddie Sundquist.  Mayor Sundquist, having recently announced his bid for reelection, discusses how diversity and inclusion plays a key role in his administration as well as in building a more resilient Jamestown.  Take a listen as he talks about the challenges he has dealt with during his current term as well as the assets of Jamestown and how they have created a national center based on one of the more famous assets - hint "I Love Lucy!"  You might even hear how Western New Yorkers identify with being Appalachian and why Neil has been in mourning for most of the week.  Also, don't forget about the #AppBiz of the week: The National Comedy Center!  Mayor Eddie Sundquist:   www.jamestownny.gov/mayors-office/  The National Comedy Center: www.comedycenter.org/  Lucy Desi Museum: www.lucy-desi.com/  ARC Appalachian Entrepreneurship Academy: www.arc.gov/appalachian-entrepreneurship-academy/  ARC Appalachian STEM Academy: www.arc.gov/arc-oak-ridge-summer-program/  The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club: www.groundhog.org/     

On tonight's edition of The Other Side of Midnight: Frank begins the show by discussing Pamela Anderson and her #MeToo movement comments and Groundhog Day. Then, he is joined by Gary Hahn. Vice-President of Marketing and Communications for the National Comedy Center to talk about the National Comedy Center, the new Carl Reiner exhibit, and Groundhog Day. Not long after, Frank talks about Open AI launching ChatGPT Plus and Jamie Lee Curtis being forced to take down a photo of a painting on her Instagram. Frank raises the stakes with Councilman Jesse Kurtz, Republican City Councilman in Atlantic City, NJ for the AC Report. Later, Frank talks about Tom Brady retiring and then talks to Brian Kilmeade, New York Times best-selling author, co-host of Fox and Friends on Fox News and a radio talk show host heard every morning from 10am-Noon on 77WABC about the news of the day to round out the show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Morano interviews Gary Hahn. Vice-President of Marketing and Communications for the National Comedy Center about the National Comedy Center, the new Carl Reiner exhibit, and Groundhog Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Rarified Heir Podcast, we present another encore episode, this time with Kelly Carlin, daughter of iconic stand-up comedian George Carlin. We spoke with Kelly, who we met at the National Comedy Center in 2018 and who was essentially the impetus for the podcast about a variety of subjects. Some of the great things we chat about with Kelly are her memoir, A Carlin Home Companion : Growing Up with George, her career as a monologuist and therapist, her iconic dad's humor, his early comedy partner Jack Burns and much more. This is both a funny and deep conversation with Kelly as we delve into Ram Dass, Jungian therapy and her Women on the Verge program as well as what made her dad laugh, how his humor influenced her own humor and his ‘time on the road' being at home without dad. It's a spiritual and deep episode with a few well timed laughs as well. We hope you like listening to this one as we did making it. This is the Rarified Heir Podcast and this is one great episode if we do say so ourselves.

David Pogue looks at concerns over the AI writing program ChatGPT. Plus: Ben Mankiewicz talks with Harrison Ford about his new western series, "1923"; Rita Braver looks back on the presidency of Lyndon Johnson; Jim Axelrod visits with the children of Carl Reiner to discuss his comic legacy; Lilia Luciano visits an exhibition of Native American art made of glass; Nancy Giles looks at the public reaction to the unveiling in Boston of "The Embrace," a statue honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King; and Seth Doane explores the ancient Korean art of making "hanji" paper.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 30) of actor, playwright and Grammy-winning comedian Lewis Black with this ENCORE of an interview from 2020. In this episode, Lewis discusses the inventiveness of Pixar, the cinema of Barry Levinson, the timelessness of “Dr. Strangelove” and the political comedy of Mort Sahl, Dick Gregory, Paul Krassner and the Smothers Brothers. Also, Christopher Walken cracks a joke, Ruth Buzzi meets Michael Corleone, Ed Sullivan chews out Jackie Mason and Lewis tours the Middle East with Robin Williams. PLUS: Topo Gigio! Saluting Joe Grifasi! George Carlin leaves a message! The musical satire of Mark Russell! And Lewis sings the praises of the National Comedy Center! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summertime and the living isn't so easy. So it's time to reclaim the joy of the season and have fun, fun, fun until our collective T-Bird gets taken away, or yet more of our Constitutional freedoms are negated by radical, extremist justices who wouldn't recognize fun if you spotted them the F and the U. The warm glow of summer also gets diminished by the constant reminder that every new high temperature, wild fire, and melting tarmac portends the increasingly imminent melt down of the planet. But let's get out there and have some fun while we can still tolerate being more that 4 feet from an air conditioner. Lewis offers some recommendations for summer fun, including seeing relatives, taking in a theatrical production, visiting a museum, and partaking in some fine dining and beverages. If you're anywhere near the Upstate New York area, you can check out the National Comedy Center, comedycenter.org, the Chautauqua Institution, chq.org, or your host on 7/22 at the Falls View Casino in Niagara Falls (the Canadian side): https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/10005C70D4EF4D55. And for those of you in the DC-Metro area, there's a production of Lewis''s play "One Slight Hitch" at the Bowie Community Theater through the end of July: https://www.bctheatre.com. The rants this week take on a slight international flavor with submissions from New Zealand and Canada, and also include ones about the many inconveniences and struggles of modern life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it. But those who don't know comedy history are doomed to repeat it wrong, and completely screw up the punchline! Journey Gunderson, who runs the National Comedy Center, comes by to spread the word about her amazing new institution. Plus - looking for some simple gardening tips? Okay, well, how about some really complicated and confusing ones? It's the premiere of “Garden Time with Captain Crinkle!” GUEST Journey Gunderson Executive Director of the National Comedy Center  https://comedycenter.org HOUSE BAND Kristen LeJeune www.kristenviolin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices