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4 weeks ago | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
The lengths comedians will go — and the places they’ll perform — in hopes of a big break should be the subject of a scientific study one day. It’s the type of dedication only learned through countless hours onstage. And yet, some stand-ups still feel success should be given to them, while others do the work, find their people within the community and take it. is a name many comedy fans — especially those in L.A. — should recognize.
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4 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Ali Lerman
The lengths comedians will go — and the places they’ll perform — in hopes of a big break should be the subject of a scientific study one day. It's the type of dedication only learned through countless hours onstage. And yet, some stand-ups still feel success should be given to them, while others do the work, find their people within the community and take it. Jeremiah Watkins is a name many comedy fans — especially those in L.A. — should recognize.
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flipboard.com | Ali Lerman
3 hours agoAfter two seasons on the air, Taylor Tomlinson's late-night game show "After Midnight" is going dark. The CBS talk show, which filled the network's 12:30 a.m. slot following James Corden's 2023 departure from "The Late Late Show," will air its series finale in June, a year and a half after the …
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Jan 1, 2025 | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
Comedian, actress, writer, musician, podcaster, and roast master mommy Nikki Glaser has had an eventful year. Treasured in comedy for her unfiltered takes on sex, relationships and personal insecurities, Glaser’s fearlessness has earned her a dedicated fan following. But this year has been somewhat different for several roasty reasons. “Winning” Netflix’s live “Roast of Tom Brady” catapulted Glaser‘s reputation worldwide as a sharp-tongued killer, opening doors that had been shut tight. On Jan.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
msn.com | Ali Lerman
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
Comedian Adam Ray isn’t feeling quite like himself these days — and that’s just fine with him. Since becoming the doppelganger of daytime talk show therapist Dr. Phil McGraw, he’s actually never felt better. Who knew that his first Netflix special would require him to trade in his slick, radio announcer speaking voice for a North Texas drawl, his thick hair for a rather ample-yet-distinguished bald spot and his sharp, comedic wit for — OK, well, he still has that.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
Baltimore-born comedian, writer and podcaster Stavros Halkias was destined for the spotlight. He commanded a mic at age 3. Now he delivers authentic, unfiltered comedy that fuses his Greek American roots with sharp observational banter. He’s on his way to becoming a cult classic. Also known for his exceptional crowd work, Halkias is set to gain recognition for a different achievement: acting. Beginning Oct.
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Sep 29, 2024 | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
There’s something about your mom’s house that makes you feel loved and accepted. The same goes for the “ ” podcast, but the acceptance is a tad different. Hosted by husband-and-wife comedians Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky, “YMH” has the ability to make listeners feel welcomed into an unconventional family, where laughing at the dumbest jokes imaginable is actually encouraged. But it didn’t happen overnight and it took a village.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
latimes.com | Ali Lerman
Commentator, comedian, podcaster and author Kat Timpf isn’t here for your preconceived notions. Whether she’s bringing her vibrant personality to a stage or sharing her libertarian perspectives on “Gutfeld!” via Fox News, one can always count on her to make light of heavy topics with a witty and unapologetic approach. Originally from Detroit but launching her comedy career in Los Angeles, Timpf graduated magna cum laude from Hillsdale College.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Ali Lerman
Commentator, comedian, podcaster and author Kat Timpf isn’t here for your preconceived notions. Whether she's bringing her vibrant personality to a stage or sharing her libertarian perspectives on “Gutfeld!” via Fox News, one can always count on her to make light of heavy topics with a witty and unapologetic approach.
