11 Episodes

Reverse

Social media provides new ways for standups to communicate directly with their fans, comedy content is democratized, Netflix floods the market, and a new comedy boom explodes that is even bigger than the last one. This is the final episode of a 6-part series featuring interviews with comedian Jimmy Pardo and journalist Julie Seabaugh. The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

6. Boom 2.0

2018-10-2300:33:287

As the comedy club boom goes bust, standups adapt to this new reality. A DIY ethic emerges and spreads from coast to coast as more and more comedians take control of their own destinies. Meanwhile, FOX helps usher in a golden era for African-American comics. This is episode 5 of a 6-part series featuring interviews with comedians Margaret Cho, Janeane Garofalo, Tig Notaro, and journalist Julie Seabaugh. The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

5. Alt Comedy and Def Comedy

2018-10-1600:50:2212

A fast and unexpected proliferation of comedy clubs cover the country. Long Island natives Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld ascend to legendary status as a growing glut of standup TV programs crowd the airwaves. This is episode 4 of a 6-part series featuring interviews with comedians Margaret Cho, Tig Notaro, and Ritch Shydner. The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

4. The 1980s Comedy Boom

2018-10-0900:39:0513

In the 1970s a successful appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” was the goal of every young standup, as was epitomized one night in 1973 with Freddie Prinze. Then Saturday Night Live and HBO changed the playing field. This is episode 3 of a 6-part series, and features clips with Freddie Prinze, Jimmie Walker, George Carlin, Steve Martin, and Richard Pryor, among others. The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

3. Carson, SNL, and HBO

2018-10-0200:33:367

The comedy albums of the 1960’s ushered in a new era of standup, eventually leading to the the worlds first comedy clubs opening their doors, helping drive the standup comedy boom of the ’80s. This is episode 2 of a 6-part series, featuring a look into Judd Apatow’s childhood record collection, plus we speak with Zoe Friedman, daughter of the founder and original proprietor of The Improv Comedy Club, Budd Friedman.The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

2. Comedy Albums and Comedy Clubs

2018-09-2500:40:3614

Television and standup have been intertwined since their conception. Which is why, when two historic television programs debuted just days apart in 1948, NBC’s Texaco Star Theater and The Ed Sullivan Show, the standup world was forever changed. This is episode 1 of a 6-part series featuring interviews with comedy icons including Judd Apatow and historian Kliph Nesteroff.The History of Standup is a Castbox Original, produced by The Podglomerate.

1. In One, Television, and the Birth of Standup

2018-09-1800:34:16125

Find out the secret to great stand up from Judd Apatow, and subscribe to The History of Standup — new episodes start next week, September 18th.

Sneak Peek — Judd Apatow

2018-09-1200:01:346

Here's a sneak peek at what's in store on "The History Of Standup" as we talk with journalist Julie Seabaugh about the Roast Battle.“Every Tuesday night at midnight in a dark corner of the Comedy Store, a beautiful and hilarious fight breaks out. Starving comedians drown their prejudice in comedy. It’s scary. It’s hilarious. It’s completely punk rock. Burgeoning comics and cast-aside performers have moments of heroism, and we all get the rare chance to cleanse our sins in humor.” - Jason ReitmanEpisode 1 of The History of Standup coming September 18th.

Sneak Peek — Roast Battle

2018-09-0400:07:033

Join comedian Wayne Federman and Andrew Steven for The History of Standup, a look back at some of comedy’s most interesting moments. Full episodes start September 18th. Brought to you by Castbox with production help from The Podglomerate. Follow us on Twitter at @histofstandup, @federman, and @andrewsteven

The History of Standup — Trailer

2018-08-2800:01:273

Wayne Federman has been performing standup for over 30 years and has appeared in numerous television programs and films including Step Brothers, Crashing, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and was the head monologue writer for Jimmy Fallon. Federman is also a professor of standup and comedy history at USC, and a comedy historian, having written articles for Vulture, Splitsider, and The Atlantic. He appears in the second season of CNN’s The History of Comedy and co-produced the HBO Documentary The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling.Andrew Steven's credits aren't as impressive.Together they're looking back at 'the history of standup.' Episodes start September 18th on Castbox, Apple Podcasts, or whoever you listen to podcasts.

The History of Standup — Teaser

2018-08-2100:01:00

Comments (18)

saileen

Came here after a plug on The Box of Oddities podcast. What a treat! Thanks for a great walk. I'm loving it.

Nov 9th

G

This is awesome!!

Oct 31st

Richard O Leary

great show guys. I keep taking screenshots anytime a name is mentioned and I want to get more info myself....I'm gonna be busy😂😉✌️✌️✌️

Oct 30th

I loved the podcast and found everything interesting. As a fellow fan of comedy I thank you. ✌️

Tim Hunold

as much as I hate him, Dane Cook really changed things long before Bo, by using Myspace. I actually dislike both immensely but I respect how they got their audience and nurtured it and became big stars.

Oct 29th

Mike Himes

That was fascinating and fantastic. Thanks for creating this.

Oct 26th

Peter Jones

too many comedy specials on Netflix right now. I like to laugh but most of that content is just not very funny.

Oct 23rd

Peter Jones I'm with you on that. I consume comedy big time via streaming, satellite radio and the clubs on Sunset blvd and the Netflix stuff is over saturated and out of synch with the clubs.

Cary Schmidt

I like the podcast. how about Carol Burnet, Tim Conway, Harvey corman

Oct 21st

Vanessa an Holguin

DISCUSSION

Oct 19th

Brabo

This podcast is a blast! Love it!

Oct 3rd

Jay Hopkins

This podcast is amazing. Can't wait for next week's episode. if you're into the history of British stand up at all I would highly recommend the book 'Getting The Joke' by Oliver Double.

Sep 26th

Jason D'Cruz

nice podcast!

April Wilson

Love the pure definition of standup used here: a guy/gal on a stage with a mic—no props, no musical instrument or any gimmicks. There’s something very primal about the lone comic confronting the audience with nothing but his or her wits to get them through the ordeal. The phrase “killing the audience” is perfect for what a great comic does. I loved the first show. Looking forward to the rest.

Sep 22nd