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All Physicians LeadFrom the Military to Medicine: Leadership Lessons with Dr. Gerald HarmonIn this insightful episode of All Physicians Lead, Dr. Leon Moores sits down with Dr. Gerald Harmon—a distinguished physician, retired U.S. Air Force Major General, and Interim Dean of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. With decades of leadership in military medicine, healthcare administration, and medical education, Dr. Harmon shares his remarkable journey, from his rural South Carolina roots to his pivotal roles in shaping healthcare policy and education.Listeners will gain invaluable wisdom as Dr. Harmon breaks down his "Four Cs" of leadership—Competence, Confidence, Compassion, and Character—and discusses how these principles guide physici...
2025-04-2257 min
Enjoy A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Riveting.Ghosts of Panama by Mark Harmon, Leon CarrollPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/125850to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Ghosts of Panama
Author: Mark Harmon, Leon Carroll
Narrator: Mark Harmon
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins
Release date: 11-19-24
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 74 ratings
Genres: Central America
Publisher's Summary:
Panama, 1989. The once warm relationship between United States and Gen. Manuel Noriega has eroded dangerously. Newly elected President George Bush has declared the strongman a drug trafficker and a rigger of elections. Intimidation on the streets is a daily reality for U.S. personnel and their families. The nation is a powder keg. Naval Investigative Service (NIS) Special...
2024-11-197h 59
Comedy History 101OJ Simpson's Hidden Camera Prank Show, Juice'd!CH101 Select: In 2006, a producer thought it would be a good idea for double-acquitted murderer OJ Simpson's comeback project to be a zany hidden camera prank show called Juice'd. As in, a prank is pulled, OJ Simpson pops out, and goes, "You've been Juiced," at which point the person pranked goes, "HEY, AREN'T YOU THAT GUY WHO MURDERED THOSE PEOPLE?! And I, Harmon Leon, was hired off an ad on Craigslist to be OJ's funny little sidekick..I pulled hidden camera pranks alongside OJ Simpson. What followed was the worst trainwreck in reality television history.
2024-04-111h 08
Oilfield TalkEp021 – BONUS – Don Harmon NMJC Instructor, Teaching ‘Lease Pumper’ – “Small Adjustments Make Big Changes”Don teaches the Class… “Nothing is more important than YOUR LIFE!”… “Safety is in YOUR HANDS” and “I Kill You Here, So You DON’T Get Killed Out There!”
Today’s BONUS Episode takes you to the Training Grounds where Don Harmon is teaching the ‘hands on’ portion of the - “Lease Pumper” course.
You get to experience the enthusiasm of both Don and the Students as he walks them through… step-by-step diagnostics of oil and gas wells as well as what to do when they have a problem in order for them to learn the safe and proper techniques...
2024-02-1749 min
Oilfield TalkEp020 - Don Harmon NMJC Instructor InterviewDon Harmon is teaching the ‘hands-on’ training at the NMJC Oil and Gas Training Program - “Lease Pumper” course; and what an outstanding teacher he is!
He gives the students of the “Lease Pumper” course solid foundation to start their career because of his firsthand experience doing the job since he was 8 years old with his father.
Sounds to me that he has definitely found his calling in life and with his faith and passion come though during the interview… after this interview; I hope you will want to listen to the next episode of Oilfield Talk w...
2024-02-1100 min
The Cannabis Coffee HourWolf Docs feat. Harmon Leon #160Rob visits with subversive comedian, author and filmmaker Harmon Leon (NEW book Tribespotting & NPR's This American Life). Harmon and Rob talk about key morning rituals, dope documentaries and ganja farm work.
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2022-02-1759 min
Comedy History 101History of The Chevy Chase ShowThe Chevy Chase Show premiered in 1993. It starred Chevy Chase - and was FOX's talk show answer to The Late Show with David Letterman.The former SNL star looked lost, uncomfortable, and out of his element. Not only did the show only last 5 weeks - but this late night disaster is also ranked as the one of the worst TV shows of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-09-0434 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of the Comedy Store CondoFrom the archives: The Comedy Store in Los Angeles is home to a zillion famous (and not so famous) comedians. The condo, directly behind The Store - was literally home to numerous comedians who went on to change the face of comedy. Sam Kinison, Andrew Dice Clay, Robin Williams, Yakov Smirnoff, Marc Maron, and more...This comedy frat house was both a humor incubator and a dark den of drugs and destruction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-08-281h 03
Comedy History 101History of the Blazing Saddles SitcomIn 1975, Warner Brothers filmed a sitcom spinoff of the hit movie, Blazing Saddles, called: Black Bart.The sitcom starred Lou Gossett Jr., featured pale imitations of the original cast, and had a canned laugh track. The only reason Warner Bros filmed the sitcom was due to a clause in Mel Brooks' contract - with the intent of producing a Blazing Saddles film franchise. Four seasons were filmed - and it was never meant to see the light of day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-08-1322 min
Comedy History 101History of the Unknown ComicThe Unknown Comic skyrocketed to fame - from his appearances on The Gong Show in the 70's. His schtick was to perform with a paper bag on his head - and rattle off a series of paper bag-related puns.But did you know that Murray Langston - the man behind the bag - got his start on Laugh-In and was a series regular on the Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour? Well, he was.In this episode, we'll dive into the Unknown Comic origin story -and how the paper bag on his head came...
2020-07-1735 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of George Martin & The BeatlesThe late George Martin will always be best remembered for his legendary work as the producer of The Beatles. Did you know that the man who made the Fab Four sound amazing got his start as a producer of comedy albums?Yes, the man behind creating the soundscape for A Day in the Life - also produced comedy albums for Peter Sellers, The Goon Show, and Beyond the Fringe (featuring Dudley Moore). Producing comedy is where Martin learned his chops to produce such Beatles classics as Strawberry Fields Forever. Learn more about your...
2020-07-1041 min
Comedy History 101History of Carl ReinerLet’s salute Carl Reiner! The comedy legend passed away this week at the age of 98. Here’s a man responsible for kickstarting the film career of Steve Martin, was a comedy partner of Mel Brooks, and created the iconic television sitcom, The Dick Van Dyke Show.It doesn’t get anymore comedy legend than the work of Carl Reiner! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-0142 min
Comedy History 101History of Dick Gregory: From Comedian to ActivistIn 1961, Dick Gregory was the first African American comedian to perform at a white club.A pioneer in the world of stand-up comedy, Gregory's material mocked the bigotry and racism of the time. Gregory is equally known for his activism as well as his comedy. He's one of the most influential comedians in comedy history; inspiring the likes of Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, and Chris Rock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-06-1232 min
Comedy History 101History of Fred WillardFred Willard was a true comedy legend. Not only did he appear in the classic Christopher Guest mockumentaries - but he also got his start at Second City in Chicago and was a member of a comedy team that was featured on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour and Get Smart.As a tribute to the great Fred Willard - we dive into his comedy history that spanned decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-05-2043 min
Comedy History 101History of Comedy After 9/11Needless to say, we are currently living through a crisis. But we know that laughter is the best medicine - and comedy will help us prevail.It’s helped us in the past - in dealing with tragic events.This episode, we look at comedy right directly after 9/11. They said irony was dead - but comedy help us pull through tragedy - especially with The Onion, SNL, Letterman, The Daily Show, and Gilbert Gottfried's legendary joke at the Friar's Club Roast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-05-0244 min
Comedy History 101History of Sam KInison & the Texas Outlaw ComicsWe dive into the Sam Kinison origin story - and his role as a member of the Texas Outlaw Comics in Houston, Texas during the mid-1980s..Kinison was a former preacher who turned to stand up comedy. During his Houston years, Kinison found his comedy voice - working alongsideanother future comedy legend: Bill Hicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-04-1045 min
Comedy History 101History of Bill Hicks & the Texas Outlaw ComicsThe Texas Outlaw Comics were a group of comedians based in Houston that formed at the Comedy Workshop in the mid-1980s. This collective oflike-minded comedians became an incubator of a unique style of comedy - that brought the world such legends as Bill Hicks and Sam Kinison.In Part One, we'll dive into the Bill Hicks origin story; from clean-cut suburban kid - to full-blown Texas comedy outlaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-04-0433 min
Comedy History 101History of Yakov SmirnoffYakov Smirnoff is a comedian from Russia. He's known for his catchphrase: "What a country."Yakov's comic persona was of a naive immigrant who was perpetually confused and delighted by life in the United States. And then came the fall of the former Soviet Union. What happened to Yakov's career? We have a surprise twist that will make you say....what a country! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-03-2749 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of Gallows HumorFrom the archives: Gallows humor is witticism in the face of – and in response to – a hopeless, tragic, or deathly situation. Gallows humor is typically made by or about the victim of such a situation. In this episode of CH!01 - we actually chart gallows humor - made by people in history right before they’re about to be executed.Yes, gallows humor on the gallows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-03-2044 min
Comedy History 101History of Spuds MacKenzie: The Original Party AnimalSpuds MacKenzie was the original party animal - that women adored. The fictional dog made his debut in a Bud Light beer commercial during the Super Bowl in 1987. Spuds appeared in a series of commercials and became a marketing sensation. The premise of every ad: once Spuds arrived, the party could really begin. And there was the Spudettes, of course. Long after the ads dried up, Spuds MacKenzie lives on in our pop culture through references on The Simpsons and The Family Guy.Let's hear it for the “Ayatollah of Partyollah!”...
2020-03-1243 min
Comedy History 101History of Fake Charlie ChaplinsWhen Charlie Chaplin hit the silver screen - the country suffered from a case of ‘Chaplinitis’. Audiences couldn’t enough of his films - so in 1917 a fake Charlie Chaplin, named Billy West, popped onto the scene. West stole Chaplin’s character and starred in 24 films - as a “tramp” character.Yes, being a hack was even a thing back in old-timey days.We also explore other comedians who tried to rip-off Charlie Chaplin - such as in 1920: Charlie Aplin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-02-2841 min
Comedy History 101History of Where's the Beef?"Where's the beef?" became the legendary commercial catchphrase for Wendy's.Back in 1984, the ad starred cantankerous old lady, Clara Peller, who uttered: "Where's the beef?" The commercial skyrocketed 81-year old Keller to fame - and the catchphrase is now in our pop culture lexicon. But things didn't go smooth with Keller and Wendy's - she was eventually fired from the ad campaign appearing in a Prego's commercial that broke her contract.Still: Where's the beef? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-02-0432 min
Comedy History 101History of Yo Mama JokesYo Mama jokes are a comedic staple. But did you know Yo Mama jokes date all the way back to ancient Babylon? Making fun of one’s mother was also mentioned in the Bible - and Shakespeare even utilized this comedy device.We also dive into the history of The Dozens - an interactive insult game - where participants try to one up each other - and saw the rise of Yo Mama jokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-2438 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of SCTVFrom the archives: We dive into the history behind the legendary sketch comedy show: SCTV.Learn how SCTV was an offshoot of the original Toronto company of Second City - and find out more about the original SCTV cast that consisted of John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Harold Ramis, and Dave Thomas.Hear what about our favorite episodes - and learn the meaning behind, "Crane shot!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-1759 min
Comedy History 101Histoy of Mother-In-Law JokesMother-in-law jokes were big back in the era of Mad Men and the ‘50s. The joke genre was once a mainstay for stand up comedians. The premise includes the stereotype that mothers-in-law are generally overbearing, obnoxious, and unattractive.What’s the historical origins of mother-In-law jokes - and what change in society led to their demise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-0630 min
Comedy History 101History of Comedians, The Mob, and The CopacabanaRemember in Goodfellas when mobster Henry Hill took his date, Karen, to The Copacabana? That was pretty true to form. The mob actually owned the legendary club. We saw this recently in the movie The Irishman - when Don Rickles was on stage performing for Crazy Joe Gallo.We dive into the mob’s connection with The Copacabana - where you’ll learn such interesting tidbits as what happened to comedian Allan Drake’s wife when she had an affair with a mobster. Spoiler Alert: It doesn’t end well… Learn more about your ad ch...
2019-12-2847 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of the Comedy Straight Man Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-12-2047 min
Comedy History 101History of Don Rickles, The Irishman, and The MobHave you seen The Irishman? There’s a scene where Don Rickles (played by comedian Jim Norton) is performing at the Copacabana for mobster, Crazy Joe Gallo - on the night he was gunned down. The incident is pretty true. And Don Rickles, much like other comedians of that era, had a history of working at clubs owned by the mob.We jumped into Don Rickles history with the mob - that eventually led him to a role in Scorsese’s Mob film: Casino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...
2019-12-0647 min
Comedy History 101History of the World's Oldest JokesThe oldest recorded joke in the world - dates back to 2,300 BC. It’s attributed to the Sumerians, Back in those old-timey days - fart jokes were all the rage. Go figure.In this episode, we dive into several of the world’s oldest jokes - to see what was making ancient people laugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-1831 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: HIstory of Moms MableyFrom the archives: The history of Moms Mabley, who was the first successful female standup comedian and had a career that spanned over 50 years. Moms bridged the gap between vaudeville and modern stand up comedy. She was also the first woman comic to play the Apollo theater and Carnegie Hall in 1962.Moms influenced the style of comedy legends Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, Whoopie Goldberg, and Eddie Murphy -who modeled the grandma character in Nutty Professor after her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-11-0443 min
Comedy History 101HIstory of Gallows HumorGallows humor is witticism in the face of – and in response to – a hopeless, tragic, or deathly situation. Gallows humor is typically made by or about the victim of such a situation. In this episode of CH!01 - we actually chart gallows humor - made by people in history right before they’re about to be executed.Yes, gallows humor on the gallows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-10-2344 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) History of DolemiteWe continue our history of: Dolemite. Eddie Murphy has a new Netflix bio-pic on comedian Rudy Ray Moore - and the making of the movie Dolemite. The movie was made for $100,000 in 1974- and in this episode we cover everything that went wrong during production; including a drunk director, hiring a real-life junky, and basically filming without permits. Be sure to subscribe and like CH101 on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-10-1449 min
Comedy History 101History of Dolemite“Dolemite is my name and f*cking up motherf*ckers is my game!” says Dolemite - the comedy creation of Rudy Ray Moore. There’s a new Netflix bio-pic coming out on Rudy Ray Moore called: Dolemite is My Name. It stars Eddie Murphy - and chronicles how Moore went DYI and produced the movie: Dolemite. In this episode we dive into the early days of Rudy Ray Moore, producing XXX Party Records - to the Dolemite origin story.Be sure to subscribe and like CH101 on iTunes! Learn more about your ad...
2019-10-0744 min
Comedy History 101History of Here Comes the Judge: Comedy's First MemeHere Comes the Judge is a 1968 song by legendary comedian Pigmeat Markham. It become one of comedy’s first memes when Sammy David Jr. made it a catchphrase on the TV show: Rowan & Martin’s Laugh In.The song, and Laugh In comedy sketch, became so huge - that 4 other versions of Here Come the Judge were released in the same year - all them making the charts. (The most famous by Shorty Long.) Here Comes the Judge - also inspired the Baskin-Robbins flavor: Here Comes the Fudge. Find out more about one of com...
2019-09-2734 min
Comedy History 101History of SNL Firing Cast MembersThis week, Saturday Night Live fired new cast member, Shane Gillis. Turns out he made racist comments on podcasts. Ugh! But there’s been numerous famous comedians who have been fired by SNL over the years. Adam Sandler. Fired! Chris Rock. Fired! Sarah Silverman. Fired! Not to mention, Norm Macdonald, Damon Wayons, Rob Riggle, Chris Farley, and of course, Iron Man: Robert Downey Jr….ALL FIRED! In this episode of CH101 - we cover all the performers who have been fired by SNL over the years.More at ComedyHistory101.com
2019-09-1948 min
Comedy History 101History of Monty Python's German EpisodesIn 1971, the legendary comedy troupe, Monty Python, went to Germany to film two episodes of: Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus.The Pythons were reluctant to do the episodes - largely because they had to do the shows..in German. The only problem was - none of the members of Monty Python could speak German. The Pythons had to phonetically learn the scripts - to appear like they knew German - to very mixed results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-09-1246 min
Comedy History 101Comedy History 101Traveling salesman and farmer’s daughter jokes - are the product of a bygone era. When these two joke genres collide, it involves a farmer, his daughter, and a salesman who is stranded in the country. Without fail, the salesman is warned to stay away from the daughter. Comedy ensues. Believe it or not - this joke has its origins in 13th century Iceland.. We give you the full traveling salesman/farmer’s daughter scoop in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-09-0341 min
Comedy History 101Comedy History 101In this CH101 Select - we dissect Caddyshack 2 - which is the worst comedy movie sequel OF ALL TIME!Sure, it's still a classic battle of the snobs vs. the slobs, but Caddyshack 2 has none of the charm of the original Caddyshack. And none of the original cast (except for a cameo by Chevy Chase). But what it lacks in all those other areas, the movie makes up with Dan Aykroyd in the most embarrassing supporting role in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-08-2644 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of DevoWe explore the comedy history behind the band DEVO - one of the funniest music groups of all time.DEVO first described their music as bombs dropping mixed with Alka Seltzer jingles and the overall mood of the band as a combination of Fritz Lang's Metropolis and Ronald McDonald. Find out about such carnations as Boogi Boy (Mothersbaugh's alter-ego), the red energy dome hats, and where they came up with the idea for the yellow jumpsuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-08-1250 min
Comedy History 101History of Frankie Fay: America's First Stand Up Comedian and Horrible RacistFrankie Fay was a vaudeville comedian - who in 1919 is said to have created modern day stand up comedy. Fay was the first comedian to come out on stage in regular clothes and just talk to the audience. He is also credited for creating the role of MC in comedy shows. Legendary comedians Bob Hope, Jack Benny, and George Burns all admired Fay’s stage persona. So why haven’t you heard of Frankie Fay - and why is he lost to history? Because he was also a horrible racist. In fact, in 1946 - a group...
2019-08-0544 minComedy History 101History of Mad Magazine (PT 2)We dive into Part Two of your history of the magazine. - covering some of the controversies over the years. Longtime editor, Joe Raiola tells us what happened when they had an article where the prophet Muhammad appeared in a pancake.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-07-2940 min
Comedy History 101History of Mad Magazine
Sadly, Mad magazine is ending its 67-year print run in August. Gone. Vanished. No more. But Mad will live on through how it influenced every comedic force that has ever thumbed its nose at authority, from The Simpsons and the Onion to Howard Stern, and Stephen Colbert.
I recently got a chance to interview longtime editor/writer for Mad, Joe Raiola - for a story I did in the Observer. Joe provided some great insights on his 33 years working for Mad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-07-2235 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of the Andrew "Dice" Clay Controversy
In the 80's, Andrew Dice Clay was one of the biggest comedians in America. He came into prominence with a brash, offensive persona known as "The Diceman." His material was heavily homophobic and misogynistic. He was banned from MTV and there were protests of his appearance on SNL.
Then his entire career came crashing down.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-07-1543 min
Comedy History 101History of Beavis and Butt-head's Frog Baseball
From the CH101 archives: We discuss the making of the Mike Judge animated short, Frog Baseball, which launched the MTV series: Beavis and Butt-head. We also dive into some of Judge's early animation work, such as Inbred Jed and Office Space.
But how did Beavis and Butt-head get it's start. What's the origin story?
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2019-07-0936 min
Comedy History 101History of Comedians Getting the Hook
A classic comedy trope is the comedian getting the hook - and being pulled off stage. But how did this come about in your comedic lexicon? It’s usually depicted as a shepherd’s crook. that pulls off a horrible act.
We dive into the history of comedians getting the hook - from the early days at the Bowery Theater to the legendary Howard "Sandman" Sims at The Apollo in Harlem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-07-0132 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) History of Lenny Bruce, Censorship, and Free Speech
We continue with the literal trials of Lenny Bruce - and the nature of free speech in comedy clubs.
Does free speech mean that we occasionally have to listen to what we don’t want to hear?
We dive into the gamut of free speech from the controversy of Milo Yiannopoulos appearing at a NYC comedy club - to comedian Ahmed Ahmed having a comedy club patron call 911 on him for making ‘Middle Eastern’ jokes.
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2019-06-2432 min
Comedy History 101History of Lenny Bruce, Censorship, and Free Speech
Lenny Bruce was a comedian who wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. And because of that, he became a martyr for free speech. Between 1961 to 1964, he was arrested on obscenity charges 8 times - for performing stand up comedy. You might have seen a fictional portrayal of Bruce on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
In this CH101 episode we dive into the history of Lenny Bruce, censorship, and free speech in stand up comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-06-1730 min
Comedy History 101History of Beatles Producer George Martin's Ties To Comedy
The late George Martin will always be best remembered for his legendary work as the producer of The Beatles. Did you know that the man who made the Fab Four sound amazing got his start as a producer of comedy albums?
Yes, the man behind creating the soundscape for A Day in the Life - also produced comedy albums for Peter Sellers, The Goon Show, and Beyond the Fringe (featuring Dudley Moore). Producing comedy is where Martin learned his chops to produce such Beatles classics as Strawberry Fields Forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
2019-06-0341 min
Comedy History 101History of Right Wing Comedians Punching Down
Roseanne was supposed to be the big comedy breakout star of Trump’s America… and look how that turned out. So, why are there so few right-wing Republican comedians who can extend the comedic olive branch across both sides of the political aisle? And how come every time there’s a Republican version of The Daily Show - it fails?
We dive into the fine art of right-wing comedy and its proclivity to punch down rather than punch up….Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-05-2847 min
Comedy History 101History of Tim Conway
Tim Conway was one of the greatest second bananas in comedy history. Sadly, he passed away on May 14th at the age of 85. Conway’s comedy career started on a local TV station in Ohio, and he made his mark in sketches alongside Harvey Korman on the Carol Burnett Show. He also starred in the much overlooked TV movie: Roll Freddy, Roll.
We love the comedy work of Tim Conway - and today’s CH101 episode is a tribute! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-05-2158 min
Comedy History 101History of Alex Jones on Austin Public Access TV
Alex Jones began his career in Austin, Texas, back in the ’90s, as a local cable access cult figure - and He built a rabid national audience by spewing out conspiracy theories.
To set the stage, ACTV (Austin Community Access TV) in the ’90s was pure Austin at it’s weirdest. Find out how Jones jumped on the scene as an amped up 22-year old - and originally wanted to be a standup comedian. Learn what happened when he got in a fight in the parking lot of ACTV - and claimed he was attacked by a man with “strange...
2019-05-1444 min
Comedy History 101History of Slipping on a Banana Peel
Since the beginning of the 20th century, slipping on a banana peel has been a fixture in physical comedy. A comedy trope, if you will. We’ve seen such legendary silent comedians as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, and Laurel and Hardy - all do a variation of the slipping on a banana peel gag.
But how did the “slipping on a banana peel” gag come into our lexicon? And why don’t we see people slipping on banana peels in 2019? Find out all this and more as we do a CH101 deep dive into the history of slipping...
2019-05-0648 min
Comedy History 101History of Knock Knock Jokes
Knock knock? Who’s there? It’s time for the history of knock-knock jokes…
Knock-knock jokes are the classic question and answer kid joke. But did you know that its origin goes all the way back to Shakespeare’s Macbeth? Well it does.
In the episode we dive into the joke’s origin - and how Rowen and Martin’s Laugh In - helped it’s comeback into pop culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-04-1534 min
Comedy History 101History of Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road
You know the classic childhood joke: Why did the chicken cross the road? Seems harmless, right? Well, this seemingly carefree joke has ugly disturbing origins - rooted in American racism. Eeewww!
We dive into the origins of this anti-joke - and show how things aren’t what they seem to be…Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-03-2534 min
Comedy History 101Plug: Comedy History 101 Live!
Comedy History 101 Podcast: Live is coming to NYC: Tues, 3/19, 7pm, The PIT Loft
Harmon Leon (Vice) and Scott Calonico (Sundance Film Festival) are joined by Chris O'Neil (StoryFest) will be bringing you: The History of XXX Party Records
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2019-03-1803 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) HIstory of the Purple Onion Comedy Club
Yes, we dive further into the history of the legendary San Francisco comedy club, The Purple Onion - up until it closed in 2012.
In the early days, the club launched the careers of Woody Allen, Richard Pryor, and Phyllis Diller. In this episode we cover the decline of the Purple Onion in the 70s and 80s - and how it resurrected as a garage rock club, and eventually returned to its comedy roots in the 90s. In fact, Zach Galifianakis filmed his comedy special, Live at the Purple Onion, ironically, live at the Purple Onion. Learn more...
2019-03-1141 min
Comedy History 101HIstory of the Purple Onion Comedy Club in San Francisco
The Purple Onion was a legendary comedy club in San Francisco. It was a small, basement club that had its heyday in the 1950s and 60s -and helped launch the careers of Phyllis Diller, The Smothers Brothers, Lenny Bruce, Woody Allen, and Richard Pryor.
Opened in 1952, the Purple Onion ran for roughly 60 years before closing its doors in 2012. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-03-0448 min
Comedy History 101History of the Smothers Brothers Meeting President Reagan
The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour ran from 1967-1970. It was considered the edgiest comedy show of the time. It also launched the careers of Steve Martin - who was a writer for the show, along with Rob Reiner and Bob Einstein aka Super Dave Osborne.
The Smothers Brothers constantly butt heads with the censors. But on November 12, 1987 President Ronald Reagan welcomed the duo into the White House.
What went down?
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2019-02-2234 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) History of National Lampoon Radio Hour
We continue with Part 2 of our history of the National Lampoon Radio Hour; the show that evolved into Saturday Night Live and featured such iconic comedy figures as John Belushi, Gilda Radner, Harold Ramis, Bill Murray, Christopher Guest, Richard Belzer, and Chevy Chase.
We cover our favorite episodes of the NL Radio Hour and how Lorne Michaels scooped up all the talent for SNL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-02-1528 min
Comedy History 101History of National Lampoon Radio Hour
The National Lampoon Radio Hour hit the airwaves in 1973 and was a direct offshoot of National Lampoon magazine. But it gets better - the evolved into the first season of Saturday Night Live and launched the careers of John Belushi, Gilda Radner, Harold Ramis, Bill Murray, and Chevy Chase.
When the National Lampoon Radio Hour ran its course, nearly everyone involved - both writers and performers - were scooped up by Lorne Michaels to create SNL history.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-02-0828 min
Comedy History 101(Pt2) CH101 Select: Comedy That Crosses The Line
It’s Part Two of our episode on comedy that crosses the line. You know, the edggggy comedy that goes too far for the times. We dive into Bill Hicks getting censored on the David Letterman show to the revolutionary comedy of Dick Gregory in the early ‘60s - to the cartoons of Charlie Hebdo.
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2019-01-2840 min
Comedy History 101(Pt1) CH101 Select: Comedy That Crosses The Line
On this episode of CH101, we explore the history of comedy that crosses the line. You know, the edggggy comedy. Sometimes it’s comedy that’s revolutionary and creates change, such as the comedy of George Carlin and Lenny Bruce. And sometimes, its comedy that goes too far - and is there just for shock value. (Michael Richards - we are talking to you.)
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2019-01-2135 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) History of Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's Comedy Influences
Rachel Brosnahan won for Best Actress at the Golden Globes for her portrayal of the Mrs. Maisel. On this episode, we dive into Part Two of the real-life comedy influences on the fictional Mrs. Maisel - and cover such legendary comics as Joan Rivers, Phyllis Diller, Anne Meara, Moms Mabley, Elaine May, Totie Fields, and Jean Carroll.
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2019-01-1423 min
Comedy History 101History of Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's Comedy Influences
Did you see the Golden Globe Awards? The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel was nominated for several. Rachel Brosnahan won for Best Actress for her portrayal of the Mrs. Maisel. The show is about a stand up comedian in New York City during the 1950s. But who were the real-life standup comedy influences on the fictional character?
We do a deep dive into the comedians that helped shape the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2019-01-0735 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) CH101 Select: History of SCTV
We continue with Part Two of our history of SCTV, the iconic TV comedy sketch show that launched the careers of John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Rick Moranis, and Dave Thomas.
This episode we dive into the later years of SCTV with such movie spinoffs as Strange Brew, starring Bob and Doug Mackenzie.
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2018-12-2833 min
Comedy History 101Ch101 Select: History of SCTV
We dive into the history behind the legendary sketch comedy show: SCTV.
Learn how SCTV was an offshoot of the original Toronto company of Second City - and find out more about the original SCTV cast that consisted of John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Harold Ramis, and Dave Thomas.
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2018-12-2230 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 2) History of Peep Show and Its American Pilot
We continue with Part Two of our history of the pilot for the American version of Peep Show. How did they take one of the funniest shows ever and turn it into one of the most unfunniest TV pilots of all time? David Mitchell and Robert Webb must be rolling in their graves. (Despite the fact that they are still very much alive.)
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2018-12-1432 min
Comedy History 101History of Peep Show and Other US Versions of British Comedy Shows
Peep Show is one the greatest British comedy shows of all time. So what did they do? They tried to bring the beloved show to the U.S. and make an American version. Do you know what? They failed miserably.
We dive into the history of the Peep Show American pilot and other British comedy shows that came stateside and completely missed the mark; including The IT Crowd, Spaced, and Fawlty Towers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-12-0729 min
Comedy History 101History of National Lampoon's Lemmings
National Lampoon: Lemming was a 1973 live stage show that spun out of National Lampoon magazine - and helped launch the careers of John Belushi, Christopher Guest, and Chevy Chase.
Lemmings was a take-off of Woodstock - and was toted as three days of peace, love and death - and Belushi acted as the festival emcee who encouraged everyone to kill themselves.
Lorne Michaels saw the show and scooped the talent for a show he was going to launch, called Saturday Night Live. Plus, for us New Yorkers, the show was performed at a venue on Bleeker Street and Thomas...
2018-11-3048 min
Comedy History 101History of Kentucky Fried Movie
Kentucky Fried Movie is a flick that not only launched the career of the Zucker Brothers but also film director John Landis. The movie was made in 1977 right before their comedies, Animal House and Airplane, became international sensations.
We dive into the origins of Kentucky Fried Movie, what it took to get made, and it’s place in comedy history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-11-2138 min
Comedy History 101History of Tunnel Vision: Comedy That Lead to SNL
Tunnel Vision is a 1976 movie that tried to predict what television would be like in 1985. It also laid the groundwork for the humor of early Saturday Night Live.
Basically, it’s a sketch comedy movie that features cameos from such future comedy stars before they were famous: John Candy, Chevy Chase, Joe Flaherty, Laraine Newman, and Al Franken.
Much like SCTV, the movie follows a typical day's programming on the network - while the president of Tunnel Vision has to defend his network in front of a Senate sub-committee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2018-11-1628 min
Comedy History 101History of The Groove Tube: Comedy That Led to SNL
The Groove Tube is a 1974 comedy film that gave both Chevy Chase and Richard Belzer their first screen roles. It’s also a film that laid the groundwork for the humor of early Saturday Night Live.
The low-budget movie, which satirizes TV and counterculture of the early 70s, began as an innovative theater show in NYC’s Lower East Side - with the Channel One Theater Company.
Directed by Ken Shapiro, The Groove Tube was the brainchild of the humor of the first generation of comedians coming to age in the TV generation. Learn more about your ad c...
2018-11-0933 min
Comedy History 101History of the Biggest Flop in TV Comedy History
Turn-On is considered the biggest flop in TV comedy history. The sketch comedy show was created in 1969 by George Schlatter - who was trying to capitalize on his other show, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In.
Only one episode ever aired. In fact, some stations pulled the show after the very first commercial break. A young Albert Brooks was one of the staff writers and the first episode of Turn-On was hosted by Tim Conway. Perhaps the show was too ahead of its time, or perhaps it was truly awful? We’ll just never know…Learn more about your ad choi...
2018-10-2941 min
Comedy History 101CH101 Select: History of Dead Baby Jokes
From the CH!01 archives: We explore the history of dead baby jokes - a popular joke genre that began the 60’s and ran through the 80s. Like gallows humor tried to make light the worst of human atrocities.
But social climate brought about this type of dark comedy.
Did you know the advent of the pill, the women's liberation movement, and the Vietnam War - were all factors in the rise of Dead Baby Jokes?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-10-2224 min
Comedy History 101HIstory of Trump Attempting Humor in the White House
From mocking a disabled reporter to make fun of a sexual assault victim - Donald J. Trump has proven there is a vastly different sense of presidential humor now coming from the White House.
I recently interviewed David Litt - head joke writer for President Obama - for an upcoming story in the NY Observer, to get his take on Trump as a purveyor of jokes and humor. We discuss his insights and the history of humor coming from Trump - The President.
Trump loves laughing at the misfortunes of others. Trump doesn’t love laughLearn mo...
2018-10-1639 min
Comedy History 101(PT2) CH101 Select: History of Louie Theroux
We dive into Part 2 of the history of one of our favorite documentary filmmakers: Louie Theroux. We discuss his long range of BBC specials - and his most recent project: My Scientology Movie.
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2018-08-2427 min
Comedy History 101(Pt 1) CH101 Select: History of Rutland Weekend Television
It's summer, so we are bringing you a CH101 Select
What did Eric Idle right after Monty Python? Rutland Weekend Television. Harmon and Scott dive into the history behind the 1975 cult TV show that was responsible for launching the legendary Beatles parody: The Rutles. Idle teamed with musician Neal Innes - from the Bonzo Dog (Doo-Dah) Band - who was considered the seventh member of Monty Python and crooned songs in Monty Python in the Holy Grail.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-07-2024 min
Comedy History 101HIstory of OJ Simpson's HIdden Camera Prank Show, Juiced
In 2006, a producer thought it would be a good idea for double-acquitted murderer OJ Simpson's comeback project project to be a zany hidden camera prank show called Juice'd. As in, a prank is pulled, OJ Simpson pops out, and goes, "You've been Juiced," at which point the person pranked goes, "HEY, AREN'T YOU THAT GUY WHO MURDERED THOSE PEOPLE?!
And I, Harmon Leon, was hired off an ad on Craigslist to be OJ's funny little sidekick.. I actually got to pull hidden camera pranks alongside OJ Simpson. What followed was the biggest train wreck in reality television history.
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2018-06-011h 04
The Secret Library Podcast#105 :: The Biz of Writing | Scott Carney (+ Harmon Leon + Ted Rall)Sometimes you just have to dive into an idea and get it done. A little over a year ago, many of you will remember that Scott Carney came on the show to talk about his book What Doesn't Kill Us. Toward the end of that conversation, he dropped a little bit of knowledge that made a light go on in my brain. "If you write 500 words a day 5 days a week, in a year you'll have a book." Boom. When Barry was editing the episode, he mentioned how bummed he was that we hadn't gotten to continue that part of t...
2018-05-311h 05
Comedy History 101The History of Trump hitting on Giuliani in Drag.
Donald Trump has once again reunited with Rudy Giuliani. But they’ve known each other for years. You’ve seen the video. Giuliani is dressed drag. Trump tries to play the lady’s man - and makes a inappropriate sexual advance by “motorboating” Giuliani’s faux breasts. With present-day context, the video is like something out of illuminati treasure trove
But where the hell did this video come from? What was the context? Was this the first time Giuliani dressed up in public in drag? Why is Trump our president?
Harmon and Scott dive deep into the history behind the Trump hi...
2018-05-1825 min
Comedy History 101History of the Comedy Store Condo
The Comedy Store in Los Angeles is home to a zillion famous (and not so famous) comedians. But at one time, directly behind The Store, the condo at 8420 Cresthill Road - was literally home to numerous comedians who went on to change the face of comedy. Sam Kinison, Andrew Dice Clay, Robin Williams, Yakov Smirnoff, Richard Pryor, and Marc Maron - either lived or hung out at this comedy habode.
This comedy frat house was both a humor incubator and a dark den of drugs and destruction. Harmon and Scott dive deep into the history of the Comedy Store...
2018-05-111h 00
Comedy History 101History of White House Correspondents' Dinner Comedy
Comedian Michelle Wolf caused controversy at the recent White House Correspondents' Dinner. The annual Washington event, that celebrates the media and free speech, has a long history of comedy. From the early days with Bob Hope to notable comedians as Richard Pryor, Stephan Colbert, and Jon Stewart - comedy has been an integral part of the gala.
Harmon and Scott take a deep dive into the history of comedy and controversies - at what Washington insiders call "nerd prom."Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-05-051h 11
The Bingle Show20: Harmon Leon infiltrates!On this episode Eddie invites comedian/author Harmon Leon into the Bingle Lair to talk about Harmon's experiences traveling the country writing his book "Meet the Deplorables: Infiltrating Trump America.
2018-03-151h 32
Comedy History 101HIstory of Caddyshack 2: The Worst Sequel Ever
Harmon and Scott dissect the history of the movie Caddyshack 2 - which is not only a sequel to the much beloved movie, Caddyshack, but it's also the worst sequel OF ALL TIME! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-03-0242 min
Comedy History 101History of National Lampoon's A Futile and Stupid Gesture
Harmon and Scott discuss the biopic: A Futile and Stupid Gesture which chronicles comedy writer Doug Kenney, during the rise and fall of National Lampoon. They compare it to the 2015 documentary: Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead: The Story of the National Lampoon, which chronicles comedy writer Doug Kenney, during the rise and fall of National LampoonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-02-2346 min
What's The Buzz NYWHAT'S THE BUZZ NY GUEST HARMON LEONNew York City based Comedian Nancy Lombardo, Nancy Lombardo has performed her unique comedy from coast to coast. TV credits include The Colin Quinn Show NBC, Saturday Night Live “All my Children” PBS, network and cable television Comedy Tonight, Nickelodeon and the Comedy Channel. She can be seen weekly on The Nancy Lombardo Show channel 56/83/34 NYC and live worldwide on www.mnn.org. She has written for Penthouse and Cracked magazine and created Ms. Quotable, a comic strip for Lady's Circle Magazine. Nancy was a winner of the Toyota Comedy Festivals "Laughter in Motion” and a Cable Arts Insight Comedy Award." S...
2018-01-2230 minWhat's The Buzz NYWHAT'S THE BUZZ NY GUEST HARMON LEONNew York City based Comedian Nancy Lombardo, Nancy Lombardo has performed her unique comedy from coast to coast. TV credits include The Colin Quinn Show NBC, Saturday Night Live “All my Children” PBS, network and cable television Comedy Tonight, Nickelodeon and the Comedy Channel. She can be seen weekly on The Nancy Lombardo Show channel 56/83/34 NYC and live worldwide on www.mnn.org. She has written for Penthouse and Cracked magazine and created Ms. Quotable, a comic strip for Lady's Circle Magazine. Nancy was a winner of the Toyota Comedy Festivals "Laughter in Motion” and a Cable Arts Insight Comedy Award." S...
2018-01-2230 min
What's The Buzz NYWHAT'S THE BUZZ NY GUEST HARMON LEONNew York City based Comedian Nancy Lombardo, Nancy Lombardo has performed her unique comedy from coast to coast. TV credits include The Colin Quinn Show NBC, Saturday Night Live “All my Children” PBS, network and cable television Comedy Tonight, Nickelodeon and the Comedy Channel. She can be seen weekly on The Nancy Lombardo Show channel 56/83/34 NYC and live worldwide on www.mnn.org. She has written for Penthouse and Cracked magazine and created Ms. Quotable, a comic strip for Lady's Circle Magazine. Nancy was a winner of the Toyota Comedy Festivals "Laughter in Motion” and a Cable Arts Insight Comedy Award." S...
2018-01-2230 min
Comedy History 101History of Moms Mabley
Harmon and Scott dive into the history of Moms Mabley, who was the first successful female standup comedian and had a career that spanned over 50 years. Moms bridged the gap between vaudeville and modern stand up comedy. She was also the first woman comic to play the Apollo theater and Carnegie Hall in 1962. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-01-1641 min
Comedy History 101History of Beavis and Butt-head's Frog Baseballl
Harmon and Scott discuss the making of the Mike Judge animated short, Frog Baseball, which launched the MTV series: Beavis and Butt-headLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2018-01-0934 min
Comedy History 101History of Weird Japanese Game Shows
Harmon and Scott revel over the history of crazy Japanese game shows. Learn about Takeshi's Castle - the granddaddy of all weird Japanese game shows. And find out about Candy No Candy - where contestants have to eat objects, like shoes, and determine if it's candy or not candy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-12-2745 min
Comedy History 101History of Jim Carrey and Andy Kaufman
Harmon and Scott discuss the new documentary, Jim and Andy, which is about Jim Carrey transforming into Andy Kaufman during the filming of the 1999 movie, Man on the Moon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-11-2348 min
Comedy History 101History of XXX Party Records
Harmon and Scott dive into the history of Party Records; particularly Laff Records, a small independent comedy label known for XXX humor and helped launch the careers of Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, LaWanda Page, and Skillet & Leroy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-09-2847 min
Comedy History 101History of the Comedy Straight Man
Harmon and Scott dive into the history and value of the straight man in comedy teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-09-0847 min
Comedy History 101History of Comedy That Crosses The Line
We explore the history of comedy that crosses the line. Scott and Harmon discuss comedy that's revolutionary and comedy that goes too far.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-08-011h 10
Comedy History 101History of SCTV
Harmon Leon and Scott Calonico discuss the history behind the legendary TV show: SCTVLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2017-05-0457 min
Comedy History 101History of Louie Theroux
We dive into the work of one of our favorite documentary filmmakers: Louie Theroux. We discuss his long range of BBC specials - and his most recent project: My Scientology Movie.Find out about Louie's early days as an intern at the San Jose Metro - and his work alongside Michael Moore on TV Nation. Get acquainted with Louie's first TV series: Louie Theroux's Weird Weekend; where he immersed himself into such subcultures as swingers, pro-wrestling, and porn stars.Also, find out about both Louie and Harmon's connection with the infamous Westboro Baptist Church. Learn more about y...
2017-04-0550 min
Comedy History 101History of Rutland Weekend Television
What did Eric Idle right after Monty Python? Rutland Weekend Television. Harmon and Scott dive into the history behind the 1975 cult TV show that was responsible for launching the legendary Beatles parody: The Rutles. Idle teamed with musician Neal Innes - from the Bonzo Dog (Doo-Dah) Band - who was considered the seventh member of Monty Python and crooned songs in Monty Python in the Holy Grail.
Rutland Weekend Television (RWT) was a television sketch show on BBC2 that was written by Eric Idle with music by Neil Innes. The show lasted for two series; with six episodes filmed...
2017-04-0547 min
Comedy History 101History of the Improv Comedy ClubHarmon and Scott talk about the history of the legendary Improv comedy club. Learn about Bud Friedman and his club that launched the careers of Andy Kaufman, Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Fallon, Sarah Silverman, and just about everyone else who is famous in the world of comedy.Find out about the humble beginnings in Hell's Kitchen. When did the iconic brick wall come about? How did the Improv became a megalopolis comedy brand?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
2017-04-0555 min
Sup Doc: A Documentary PodcastOJ: MADE IN AMERICA w Greg Edwards and Harmon LeonOn EP 35 hosts Paco Romane and George Chen examine O.J.: Made in America a 2016 American five-part documentary miniseries produced and directed by Ezra Edelman for ESPN Films and their 30 for 30 series. The documentary explores two of America's greatest fixations–race and celebrity–through the life of O. J. Simpson, from his emerging football career at the University of Southern California and why America fell in love with him, to being accused of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and his subsequent acquittal, and how he was convicted and imprisoned for another crime 13 years later. We are thrilled to have as our...
2016-07-251h 20