TV-MA
2017
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Pop Culture & Celebrities
Ripped From the Headlines
Season 1, Episode 5
: From the invention of the monologue to the fake news shows of today, topical humor has roots that stretch way back into history.
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About the Series
The History of Comedy
Explore what makes us laugh and why we do it. See how comedy has influenced the social and political landscape throughout history.
SEASON EPISODES FROM EXISTING SERIES ENDPOINT
Episodes
1. F**king Funny
What defines inappropriate humor has evolved throughout the years. Meet the groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers to make a point.
2. The Funnier Sex
Watch the greatest female comedians of all time rise to success despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
3. The Comedy of Real Life
Comedians find inspiration all around us and uncover humor in the simple daily experiences we all share.
4. One Nation, Under Comedy
Comedians reveal how the art of the joke crosses cultural barriers to unite us in laughter.
5. Ripped From the Headlines
From the invention of the monologue to the fake news shows of today, topical humor has roots that stretch way back into history.
6. Spark of Madness
Explore the mind of the comedian and why many comedians seem destined to take a path on which mental illness and substance abuse are common.
7. Making Fun
When it comes to parody and satire, taking something serious and twisting it ever so slightly can turn out to be hilarious.
8. Politics Aside
Experts examine the many different ways comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.
SEASON EPISODES FROM NEW GETSEASON ENDPOINT
Episodes
1. F**king Funny
What defines inappropriate humor has evolved throughout the years. Meet the groundbreaking comedians who risked their careers to make a point.
2. The Funnier Sex
Watch the greatest female comedians of all time rise to success despite rampant sexism and prejudice.
3. The Comedy of Real Life
Comedians find inspiration all around us and uncover humor in the simple daily experiences we all share.
4. One Nation, Under Comedy
Comedians reveal how the art of the joke crosses cultural barriers to unite us in laughter.
5. Ripped From the Headlines
From the invention of the monologue to the fake news shows of today, topical humor has roots that stretch way back into history.
6. Spark of Madness
Explore the mind of the comedian and why many comedians seem destined to take a path on which mental illness and substance abuse are common.
7. Making Fun
When it comes to parody and satire, taking something serious and twisting it ever so slightly can turn out to be hilarious.
8. Politics Aside
Experts examine the many different ways comedy has lampooned and influenced politics over the years.
Season 1, Episode 5 - Ripped From the Headlines
Starring:
Judd Apatow, W. Kamau Bell, W. Bell, Larry Charles, Keegan-Michael Key, Conan O'Brien, Patton Oswalt, Rob Reiner, Sarah Silverman, Ali Wong
Release Year:
2017
Rating Information:
TV-MA
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