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All Episodes of The History of Comedy

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All Episodes of The History of Comedy

Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
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Season 1

  • F***ing Funny
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    F***ing Funny

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/9/2017

    The evolution of inappropriate humor throughout history is traced, showcasing the work from groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers, prison sentences and even their lives as they fought against censorship.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Funnier Sex
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    The Funnier Sex

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/16/2017

    A look at the greatest female comedians and how they were able to succeed in every genre where humor is found despite rampant sexism and prejudice.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Comedy of Real Life
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    The Comedy of Real Life

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/23/2017

    A look at how comedians find humor in the simple, daily experiences most people share.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • One Nation, Under Comedy
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    One Nation, Under Comedy

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/16/2017

    The evolution of racial humor and how comedy about shared experiences can cross cultural barriers to unite people in laughter are explored.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Ripped from the Headlines
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    Ripped from the Headlines

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/23/2017

    The origins of topical humor are traced, from the invention of the monologue to the "fake news" shows of today.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Spark of Madness
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    The Spark of Madness

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/30/2017

    The mind of the comedian is explored, as well as the difficult road that many seem destined to take where mental illness and substance abuse are remarkably common.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • On Parody and Satire
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    On Parody and Satire

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/6/2017

    Demonstrating how effective and funny it can be when you look at something serious and just twist it ever so slightly.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Politics Aside
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    Politics Aside

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/13/2017

    A look at the many different ways that comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown