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The History Of Comedy

Explore what makes us laugh and why we do it. See how comedy has influenced the social and political landscape throughout history.
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Episodes

  1. S1 E1 - F**king Funny
    May 23, 2023
    42min
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    What defines inappropriate humor has evolved throughout the years. Meet the groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers to make a point.
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  2. S1 E2 - The Funnier Sex
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    Watch the greatest female comedians of all time rise to success despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
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  3. S1 E3 - The Comedy of Real Life
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    Comedians find inspiration all around us and uncover humor in the simple daily experiences we all share.
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  4. S1 E4 - One Nation, Under Comedy
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    Racial humor and comedy about shared experiences have evolved. Comedians reveal how the art of the joke crosses cultural barriers to unite us in laughter.
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  5. S1 E5 - Ripped From the Headlines
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    From the invention of the monologue to the fake news shows of today, topical humor has roots that stretch way back into history.
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  6. S1 E6 - Spark of Madness
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    Comedy is an industry where mental illness and substance abuse are common. Explore the fascinating mind of the comedian and why many comedians seem destined to take this difficult path.
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  7. S1 E7 - Making Fun
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    When it comes to parody and satire, taking something serious and twisting it ever so slightly can turn out to be hilarious.
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  8. S1 E8 - Politics Aside
    August 18, 2022
    42min
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    Experts examine the many different ways comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.
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  9. S1 E101 - The History of Comedy Trailer
    October 10, 2023
    1min
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    Explore what makes us laugh and why we do it. See how comedy has influenced the social and political landscape throughout history.
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Audio languages
English
Subtitles
English [CC]
Starring
Larry CharlesJudd ApatowSarah Silverman
Studio
discovery plus Comedy
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