The History of Comedy (2017)
Explore what makes us laugh, why, and how that's influenced our social and political landscape throughout history.
Season 2 Episode List
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Episode 1 - Carnal Knowledge
Release Date: 2018-07-15How sexual humor, one of the oldest forms of comedy, pushes the limits of both comfort and political correctness.
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Episode 2 - Sketch & Improv
Release Date: 2018-07-22Exploring the history of sketch and improv comedy and how it evolved into a significant part of comedic talent today.
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Episode 3 - Drawn To Be Funny
Release Date: 2018-07-29The history between animation and comedy.
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Episode 4 - Gone Too Soon
Release Date: 2018-08-05Exploring the passing of comedic legends and how the connection with their audiences make the loss more significant.
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Episode 5 - In It Together
Release Date: 2018-08-12The history of comedic duos and the evolution of comedy teams.
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Episode 6 - No Offense
Release Date: 2018-08-19Exploring family-friendly comedy and the struggles of abiding by strict network censors.