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How Comedy Bang! Bang! became the 'SNL' of podcasts for funny performers who act on their feet


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Published in Humor and Quirks on Thursday, December 12th 2024 at 19:51 GMT by Los Angeles Times   Print publication without navigation

  • The podcast recently returned from a tour that took creator Scott Aukerman and guests around the country and to the U.K. Friday, the tour culminates in a show at the United Theater on Broadway.

The article from the Los Angeles Times discusses the 15-year anniversary celebration of "Comedy Bang! Bang!" hosted by Scott Aukerman. The event, titled "Comedy Bang! Bang!: The Comedy Spectacular," took place at the Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, featuring a lineup of comedians and musicians who have been part of the show's history. Aukerman reflects on the show's evolution from a podcast to a TV series, its impact on comedy, and the unique blend of absurdity and sincerity that has defined its style. Notable guests included Paul F. Tompkins, Lauren Lapkus, and musical performances by Reggie Watts. The celebration highlighted the show's influence on the comedy scene, its ability to foster a community of comedians, and its role in launching careers, all while maintaining its core essence of spontaneous, off-the-wall humor.

Read the Full Los Angeles Times Article at:
[ https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2024-12-12/comedy-bang-bang-comedy-spectacular-scott-aukerman-15-year-anniversary ]

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