Why Are You Laughing?

Apr 09 2025 161 ep. 69 mins 485
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Breaking down the history of comedy and stand-up, one career, special, controversy, and storyline at a time.

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Weird Al Yankovic: The King Of Parody Songs

Apr 09 2025 60 mins  
We look back at Weird Al's legendary music and comedy career as well as his amazing attitude and self awareness. Joined by Karl from Who Are These Podcasts?FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

The Beauty of Bobo: Daniel "Bobo" Kurlan On The Opie & Anthony Show

Apr 03 2025 57 mins  
We look back at the best moments from Bobo on Opie & Anthony. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

Paula Poundstone

Mar 26 2025 64 mins  
Today we look in to the career of Paula Poundstone.FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

Richard Jeni

Mar 19 2025 59 mins  
Today we look back at the life and career of Richard Jeni.

Rodney Dangerfield: No Respect

Mar 12 2025 60 mins  
We analyze Rodney Dangerfield's 1980 Grammy Award winning album, No Respect. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

Robin Quivers On The Howard Stern Show: The First Lady Of Radio

Mar 06 2025 76 mins  
We look at Robin Quivers role on The Howard Stern Show and how she impacted radio. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

The Cancellation of Chris D'Elia

Feb 20 2025 72 mins  
We look back at the scandal that derailed Chris D'Elia's career and why opinions about the controversy have changed. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com

Married... With Children: The Bundy Family History

Feb 12 2025 68 mins  
We look back at Fox's classic sitcom, Married... With Children. A full history of the groundbreaking TV show starring Ed O'Neil, Katey Sagal, Christina Applegate & David Faustino. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectraf

I'm Telling You For The Last Time

Feb 05 2025 54 mins  
Today we take a deep dive into Jerry Seinfeld's 1998 special, "I'm Telling You For The Last Time."

History of the Joe Rogan Experience

Jan 29 2025 88 mins  
A full breakdown of The @joerogan Experience. From the early days of streaming to a massive Spotify deal. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com