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Comedy History 101We School You In Comedy! Author: Harmon Leon
Comedian and journalist Harmon Leon dives deep into the wild, weird, and hilarious history of comedy. Each episode explores the backstories of legendary comedians, iconic sketches, cult classics, stand-up milestones, and forgotten gems from the comedy world. From SNL to viral videos, we unpack the moments that shaped what makes us laugh. Whether you're a hardcore comedy nerd or just comedy-curious, this is your crash course in the funny business. Subscribe now and discover how comedy got to where it is todayone punchline at a time. More: harmonleon.com comedyhistory101.com Language: en Genres: Comedy, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! w/ Director Michael Bonfiglio
Monday, 2 February, 2026
I talk with Michael Bonfiglio, who, along with Judd Apatow, directed the new HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!. Michael shares behind-the-scenes stories from Young Frankenstein, Blazing Saddles, The Producers, and Spaceballs, and we explore how Mel Brooks reshaped American comedy. We also talk about Bonfiglio’s collaborations with Apatow, including co-directing George Carlin’s American Dream, and how Mel Brooks’ influence extends to comedy and filmmaking legends like Dave Chappelle, Conan O’Brien, Ben Stiller, Adam Sandler, and even David Lynch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
