Why Are You Laughing?
Breaking down the history of comedy and stand-up, one career, special, controversy, and storyline at a time.
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- Ray Romano1 ep
- Nick Mullen1 ep
- Jim Norton1 ep
Also: Nick Kroll, Bob Saget, Bob Odenkirk, Aziz Ansari
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- 🇺🇸United States · Comedy InterviewsHOME#8921K to 109K
- 🇨🇦Canada · Comedy Interviews#170218 to 1.2K
- 🇦🇺Australia · Comedy Interviews#190123 to 653
- 🇿🇦ZA · Comedy Interviews#96107 to 566
- 🇪🇸Spain · Comedy Interviews#19582 to 433
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
21K to 112K🎙 Weekly cadence·196 episodes·Last published 3d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
42K to 225K🇺🇸97%🇨🇦1%🇦🇺1%+1 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
23K to 124K
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/22/26 | Why Comedians Hated Bob Hope | Bob Hope had a legendary comedy career but also lost the respect of fellow comedians. We breakdown the life and career of Bob Hope on Why Are You Laughing? FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttps://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttps://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS KC DAY / HACKRIDEhttps://hackridestudios.com | 58m 06s | ||||||
| 10/15/26 | How Adam Sandler Built a Comedy Empire | We discuss the life and career of Adam Sandler. From stand-up comedy to SNL to his hit movies like Billy Madison & Happy Gilmore.FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttps://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttps://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS KC DAY / HACKRIDEhttps://hackridestudios.com | 1h 27m 47s | ||||||
| 10/8/26 | Why Norm MacDonald was the Perfect David Letterman Guest | Norm MacDonald made the perfect guest for David Letterman's Late Show. We look at some of Norm's highlights and funniest moments, and discuss the history between the two comedy legends.FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttps://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttps://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS KC DAY / HACKRIDEhttps://hackridestudios.com | 1h 48m 03s | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | stand-up comedycomedians+4 | — | — | — | stand-upcomedians+5 | — | 1h 53m 17s | ||
| 5/21/26 | Amy Schumercomedy backlash+3 | — | Inside Amy SchumerLeather Special+1 | — | Amy Schumercomedy+5 | — | 1h 00m 43s | ||
| 5/14/26 | underrated comedyanimated series+4 | Nick KrollBob Saget+2 | HBOThe Life & Times of Tim+4 | — | The Life & Times of TimSteve Dildarian+8 | — | 50m 16s | ||
| 5/7/26 | stand-up comedycomedy evolution+4 | Jim Norton | Opie and AnthonyTough Crowd with Colin Quinn | — | Jim Nortonstand-up comedy+5 | — | 1h 19m 03s | ||
| 4/23/26 | cancel culturecomedy history+5 | — | — | — | cancel culturecomedy+7 | — | 1h 49m 19s | ||
| 4/16/26 | Mitch Hedbergstand-up comedy+4 | — | Mitch All Together | — | Mitch Hedbergstand-up comedy+5 | — | 47m 37s | ||
| 4/9/26 | comedy storytellingAri Shaffir+4 | — | Comedy CentralNetflix | — | Ari ShaffirThis Is Not Happening+5 | — | 1h 16m 25s | ||
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| 4/2/26 | George Carlinstand-up comedy+4 | — | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonHBO+2 | — | George Carlinstand-up comedy+6 | — | 1h 27m 05s | ||
| 3/12/26 | podcast historystand-up comedy+4 | — | Kill TonyComedy Store+1 | Los AngelesAustin, Texas | Kill TonyTony Hinchcliffe+5 | — | 1h 18m 31s | ||
| 3/5/26 | sitcom historycomedy analysis+4 | — | FXIt's Always Sunny in Philadelphia+3 | — | It's Always Sunny in Philadelphiasitcom+5 | — | 1h 10m 20s | ||
| 2/27/26 | Ray Romano's careerstand-up comedy+4 | Ray Romano | Everybody Loves RaymondMen of a Certain Age+3 | — | Ray Romanostand-up comedy+5 | — | 1h 03m 28s | ||
| 2/19/26 | shock radioOpie and Anthony+4 | — | Opie and AnthonyWNEW | Manhattan | Opie and AnthonyVoyeur Bus+5 | — | 48m 36s | ||
| 2/12/26 | prank callscomedy+3 | Nick Mullen | Cum Town | — | Nick Mullenprank calls+3 | — | 1h 11m 05s | ||
| 2/5/26 | comedy album reviewjoke construction+4 | — | Blind Mike ProjectSomething to Take the Edge Off | — | Doug Stanhopecomedy album+5 | — | 48m 23s | ||
| 1/29/26 | The Rise and Fall of Comedy Central | Comedy Central once defined what mainstream comedy looked like.In this episode of Why Are You Laughing?, we break down the rise and fall of Comedy Central — how the network became the center of stand-up comedy, political satire, and boundary-pushing television, and why that dominance slowly unraveled. From Chappelle’s Show and South Park to The Daily Show, we examine the shows that made Comedy Central essential viewing and the cultural moment that allowed them to thrive.We also look at Comedy Central’s stand-up and roast catalogs, how the network shaped comedy careers, and why its influence over stand-up, political comedy, and pop culture began to fade as media habits changed. This episode isn’t just about a network declining — it’s about how comedy itself moved on.TIMESTAMPS3:39 Origin of Comedy Central5:51 Bill Maher & Politically Incorrect12:06 South Park from Trey Parker and Matt Stone19:29 The Daily Show with Jon Stewart31:46 Comedy Central Presents & their stand-up comedy cataloged40:27 Dave Chappelle & Chappelle's Show49:09 Comedy Central Roasts56:23 Tosh.0 + The Downfall1:00:55 Tough Crowd w/ Colin Quinn1:05:29 Norm MacDonaldFOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 12m 44s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | Karl Pilkington: Idiot Or Genius? | Karl Pilkington is known from The Ricky Gervais Show & Idiot Abroad, among other projects. We examine his philosophy and personality traits that built a cult following. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 08m 07s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Steve Martin: A Wild and Crazy Guy | A breakdown of Steve Martin's 1978 stand up comedy album, A Wild & Crazy Guy. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 56m 28s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | History of The Ron & Fez Show Part 2: The WNEW Era | Former Ron and Fez producer Al Dukes joins us to discuss his experience on the show as well as interactions with Opie & Anthony. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 01m 05s | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | Top 9 Comedy Specials of 2025 | Top 9 Comedy Specials of 2025 Ranking the best stand up comedy specials of the year 2025. 3:30 Honorable Mentions11:20 9 Tim Dillon: I’m. Your Mother15:30 8 Ali Saddiq: My Two Sons22:20 7 Rosebud Baker: The Mother Lode25:45 6 Doug Stanhope: Discount Meat *31:10 5 Jordan Jensen: Take Me With You34:45 4 Ari Shaffir: America’s Sweetheart39:40 3 Joe List: Small Ball45:05 2 Jim Norton: Unconceivable51:30 1 Joe Derosa: I Never Promised You a Rose GardenFOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 00m 48s | ||||||
| 12/28/25 |  Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, Ricky Gervais & Louis C.K. On Talking Funny | A discussion and review of the 2011 HBO special, Talking Funny. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 10m 04s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 |  Jim Carrey: The Evolution From Stand Up To Movie Star | We discuss the life and career of Jim Carey. from stand up to his time on In Living Color and becoming a comedy film icon. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 1h 02m 35s | ||||||
| 12/4/25 |  Louis C.K.'s Chewed Up: Full Comedy Special Review | A breakdown of Louis CK's 2008 stand up comedy special, Chewed Up. FOR ALL THINGS BLIND MIKEhttp://blindmike.netFOR ALL THINGS CRAIGGERShttp://www.verygoodshow.orgFOR ALL THINGS HACKRIDEhttp://hackridethedemon.comFOR ALL THINGS DJ ELECTRA FRYhttp://djelectrafry.com | 56m 20s | ||||||
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Chart history for Why Are You Laughing?
Peaked at #89 in United States, currently #89 in United States.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | #89 | #89 | — |
| South Africa | — | #96 | #96 | — |
| BE | — | #125 | #125 | — |
| HK | — | #145 | #145 | — |
| Canada | — | #170 | #170 | — |
| Denmark | — | #179 | #179 | — |
| Australia | — | #190 | #190 | — |
| Spain | — | #195 | #195 | — |
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.