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Jim Gaffigan on Donald Trump’s Unorthodox Comedic Style

Jim Gaffigan on Donald Trump’s Unorthodox Comedic Style

Update: 2024-12-05

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The Last Laugh listeners, please enjoy this excerpt from the latest episode of The Daily Beast's new podcast! Comedian Jim Gaffigan reflects on the surreal experience of performing at the Al Smith Dinner, describing Donald Trump’s unorthodox comedic style as “performing on his heels” and surprisingly “killing the entire time.” Gaffigan also jokes about parenting his five kids: “Every Monday morning is kind of a surprise for them. Like, ’What? There’s school?’”

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Jim Gaffigan on Donald Trump’s Unorthodox Comedic Style

Jim Gaffigan on Donald Trump’s Unorthodox Comedic Style