New documentary on John Candy uncovers the comedian’s battle with severe anxiety
Documentary Explores John Candy’s Life John Candy often felt he was living on “borrowed time.” He tragically passed away from a heart attack on March 4, 1994, at the age of 43 while filming *Wagons East!* in Durango, Mexico. Now, a documentary titled *John Candy: I Like Me*, directed by Colin Hanks and produced by […]
Trevor Noah discusses Charlie Kirk, Saudi Arabia, and American comedians being cautious during Trump’s presidency.
Trevor Noah discussed how comedy is often one of the first casualties in authoritarian regimes, pointing out that his fellow comedians feel they are “sacrificing themselves” under Trump. He recounted his childhood, highlighting that from the ages of six to nearly ten, he experienced a lack of freedom of speech in South Africa, where he […]
Comedians at Saudi Arabia festival criticized by Washington Post
Criticism of Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival The Washington Post Editorial Board expressed strong disapproval on Tuesday regarding the participation of stand-up comedians at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival. The board described the performances as “bad jokes” and raised concerns about the financial ties to an oppressive regime. In their editorial, they condemned around 50 […]
Did American comedians compromise for Saudi money? The Riyadh double standards revealed
From September 26 to October 9, 2025, Saudi Arabia will host its inaugural Riad Comedy Festival, which is part of the country’s Vision 2030 entertainment initiative. Notable American comedians including Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Bill Burr have received offers to perform, with fees ranging from $300,000 to $1.6 million. However, the conditions for their […]
American Comedians Removed from Their Moral High Ground in Saudi Arabia
Chappelle at Riyadh Comedy Festival Comedian Dave Chappelle spoke to the audience at the Riad Comedy Festival this past Saturday, as reported by the New York Times. Riyadh serves as the capital of Saudi Arabia, a country often linked to significant topics like “Oil,” “Islam,” and “Al-Qaeda.” Chappelle is among “over 50 comedian icons,” which […]
David Cross criticizes comedians taking part in the comedy festival in Saudi Arabia
David Cross Critiques Comedians at Riyadh Comedy Festival Comedian David Cross voiced strong disapproval over his fellow comedians’ participation in the Riyadh Comedy Festival, which kicked off in Saudi Arabia on September 26 and will run until the end of October. This event features a lineup of 50 well-known comedians, including stars like Kevin Hart […]
Marc Maron, champion of the anti-fascist comedians
Mark Maron: A Comic at Crossroads Mark Maron feels a bit like a hack. In terms of his politics and comedy, it just doesn’t resonate with some people. This sentiment might seem extreme, but it’s worth exploring. One night at an open mic in Echo Park, a fellow comedian, Freddie Nietzsche, warned me, “Be careful.” […]
Chicago comedians assert that the Colbert cancellation will not result in fewer jokes about Trump.
A Chicago comedian voiced on Tuesday that the cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” might actually inspire more humor about President Donald Trump, countering the worries expressed by some liberal critics. After CBS revealed a few weeks back that Colbert’s show was ending, reactions ranged from commentators to lawmakers deeming the move an […]
Chicago comedians say Stephen Colbert’s cancellation won’t result in fewer Trump jokes
A comedian from Chicago expressed on Tuesday that the cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” might actually lead to increased jokes about President Donald Trump, contrary to concerns raised by liberal critics. Following CBS’s announcement a few weeks back regarding the cancellation, many, including commentators and lawmakers, labeled the move as authoritarian. They […]
Chicago comedians claim that Colbert’s cancellation will result in more jokes about Trump.
The Chicago comedian expressed on Tuesday that the cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” might actually inspire a new joke about President Donald Trump, which contrasts with concerns voiced by some critics on the left. Following CBS’s recent announcement of the show’s cancellation, various commentators and lawmakers criticized the decision, branding it as […]