COMEDY 101

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"Comedy 101" is a laugh-out-loud podcast that's perfect for comedy lovers and those eager to learn about the art form. Each week, your jovial hosts, break down the intricacies of creating humor, inviting listeners into their world of stand-up, improvisation, comedic writing, and beyond.

  1. 2 GÜN ÖNCE

    Comedy 101, now in its third season, turns the spotlight toward the legendary tradition of Borscht Belt comedy, the training ground that shaped generations of stand-up performers and rewired the mechanics of American humor.

    Comedy 101, now in its third season, turns the spotlight toward the legendary tradition of Borscht Belt comedy, the training ground that shaped generations of stand-up performers and rewired the mechanics of American humor. In the resort circuit scattered across the Catskill Mountains, entertainers worked relentlessly, sometimes multiple shows a night, learning timing, audience psychology, and the ruthless efficiency of the punch line. Venues such as Grossinger's Catskill Resort Hotel became laboratories where raw talent was refined in front of vacationing families expecting to laugh hard and often. Icons like Henny Youngman mastered the rapid-fire one-liner there, proving that brevity, rhythm, and persona could create explosive impact. This episode traces how that ecosystem produced durable techniques—setup compression, misdirection, and crowd calibration—that still underpin modern stand-up, late-night writing, and sitcom structure. By examining the circuit’s cultural roots, immigrant influences, and relentless performance schedule, listeners gain a practical map of how adversity, repetition, and community can forge comic excellence. Season three honors the stages, the sweat, and the lineage that continue to echo every time a microphone clicks on and a comedian steps into the light. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 dk.

  2. 14 ŞUB

    Comedy 101, in its third season, features dry humour, a sharp and understated style of comedy where wit hides behind calm delivery and the punchline often arrives without warning. This episode explores how timing, restraint, and subtle contrast create l

    Comedy 101, in its third season, features dry humour, an exploration of the refined art of delivering comedy with subtlety, restraint, and absolute commitment to seriousness while the absurd quietly unfolds beneath the surface. In this episode, we examine how minimal expression, deliberate pacing, and precise word choice can create explosive laughter without ever announcing that a joke has been told. The conversation unpacks why audiences often respond more intensely when humor is discovered rather than displayed, turning silence, awkwardness, and understatement into powerful comedic tools. Through examples, analysis, and playful breakdowns, listeners gain insight into the intelligence and discipline required to master a style where the performer rarely breaks character. This installment celebrates the elegance of wit that whispers instead of shouts and proves that sometimes the calmest delivery produces the loudest reaction. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3 dk.

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    Comedy 101, in its third season, features deadpan comedy—a masterclass in restraint, timing, and the art of delivering humor with a perfectly straight face.

    This episode explores how understatement can become the loudest punchline, where minimal expression, controlled cadence, and emotional neutrality create space for the audience to discover the absurdity on their own. Rather than chasing big reactions, deadpan thrives on precision, contrast, and the tension between what is said and what is felt. The discussion breaks down technique, rhythm, and the subtle psychology that makes this style so enduring across stages, screens, and generations of performers. Listeners will learn why commitment to seriousness often amplifies hilarity, and how silence, pauses, and micro-expressions can carry enormous comedic weight. By examining the mechanics behind the calm exterior, this feature reveals the craftsmanship required to make “doing less” achieve so much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    34 dk.

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    Comedy 101, in its third season, features a tribute to Catherine O'Hara, celebrating her legendary contributions to comedy and character-driven performance.

    Comedy 101, in its third season, presents a heartfelt tribute to Catherine O'Hara, one of the most influential and versatile figures in modern comedy. Renowned for her extraordinary ability to disappear into characters that are both hilariously exaggerated and deeply human, O’Hara’s career spans decades of iconic work across sketch comedy, film, and television. From her groundbreaking performances in ensemble comedy that redefined character-driven humor to her unforgettable roles in beloved films and critically acclaimed television series, she has consistently demonstrated a rare blend of fearlessness, precision, and emotional intelligence. This episode explores how her comedic genius lies not only in delivering laughs, but in elevating comedy into an art form—using timing, voice, physicality, and vulnerability to create characters that linger in cultural memory. As we celebrate her enduring legacy, Comedy 101 honors Catherine O’Hara as a master of her craft, a trailblazer for performers, and a timeless source of laughter whose influence continues to shape comedy across generations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    29 dk.

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    In its third season, Comedy 101 leans into the clever, lighthearted world of puns—where wordplay takes center stage and humor is built on wit, timing, and linguistic twists

    In its third season, Comedy 101 leans into the clever, lighthearted world of puns—where wordplay takes center stage and humor is built on wit, timing, and linguistic twists. This episode celebrates the art of the pun, delivering jokes that are smart, playful, and irresistibly groan-worthy. Designed to entertain while showcasing how language itself can be a source of comedy, the episode reminds listeners that sometimes the simplest turn of phrase can produce the biggest laugh. Comedy 101 Season Three proves that when words are used creatively, laughter is never a pun-ish experience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3 dk.

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    Comedy 101, in its third season, features Pun Jokes, delivering a clever and lighthearted exploration of wordplay at its finest. This episode celebrates the art of linguistic humor, where meaning twists, double entendres, and unexpected phrasing turn or

    Comedy 101, in its third season, features Pun Jokes, offering a deep and entertaining dive into one of comedy’s most deceptively clever forms. This episode explores how puns transform everyday language into humor by exploiting double meanings, homophones, and unexpected linguistic turns, creating jokes that are both simple and intellectually satisfying. Often dismissed as “groan-worthy,” puns actually require sharp timing, cultural awareness, and an understanding of how the brain processes language and surprise. From classic one-liners to modern wordplay woven into conversation, the episode highlights how puns have endured across generations, languages, and comedic styles. By breaking down why these jokes work and why they provoke both laughter and eye-rolls, Comedy 101 reveals that puns are not the lowest form of homour but one of the most universal, accessible, and enduring tools in comedy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 dk.

  7. 22 OCA

    Comedy 101, now in its third season, features slapstick jokes—celebrating the timeless art of physical comedy through exaggerated movement, visual gags, and perfectly timed mishaps. This season explores how pratfalls, double takes, and expressive body

    Comedy 101, now in its third season, features slapstick jokes as a celebration of comedy in its most physical, visual, and universally accessible form. This season dives deep into the art of exaggerated movement, precise timing, and playful chaos, where pratfalls, facial expressions, and unexpected mishaps become powerful storytelling tools. Slapstick comedy strips humor down to its essentials, relying not on dialogue alone but on rhythm, surprise, and the shared human experience of clumsiness and vulnerability. From the silent-film brilliance of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton to the bold physicality of modern performers, this season traces how slapstick has evolved while retaining its core appeal. Comedy 101 examines why audiences across generations continue to laugh at physical humor—because it transcends language, culture, and age, tapping into instinctive reactions and collective joy. By exploring the mechanics, history, and psychology behind slapstick jokes, this season highlights how physical comedy remains a vital and influential force in entertainment, proving that sometimes the simplest jokes leave the most lasting impact. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    3 dk.

  8. 18 OCA

    Movie 101 Review, in its fourth season, features The Running Man (1987 and 2025) The Running Man Revisited: 1987 vs. 2025 — Dystopia, Media, and the Evolution of Control

    Movie 101 Review, in its fourth season, features The Running Man (1987 and 2025) as our movie of the night, offering a compelling comparative look at two films separated by nearly four decades yet bound by the same dystopian premise. This episode revisits the 1987 original—an iconic product of its era, shaped by Cold War anxieties, hyper-masculine action cinema, and satirical undertones about media, power, and spectacle—while placing it alongside the 2025 reimagining, which reframes the story through a modern lens of algorithmic control, reality television culture, social manipulation, and mass surveillance. The discussion explores how each version reflects the fears, values, and technologies of its time, examining differences in tone, pacing, character development, visual style, and thematic depth. By comparing performances, directorial choices, and narrative priorities, Movie 101 Review highlights how the same story can evolve to speak to new generations while retaining its core warning about entertainment as control. Season Four’s exploration of The Running Man becomes not just a film review, but a broader conversation about society, media, and how dystopian fiction continues to mirror the world we are building. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    29 dk.
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"Comedy 101" is a laugh-out-loud podcast that's perfect for comedy lovers and those eager to learn about the art form. Each week, your jovial hosts, break down the intricacies of creating humor, inviting listeners into their world of stand-up, improvisation, comedic writing, and beyond.

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  • Kanal
    Universal
  • Yaratıcı
    Daniel Lucas
  • Aktif Yıllar
    2023 - 2026
  • Bölümler
    64
  • Sınıflandırma
    Uygun
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    © Daniel Lucas
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