George Carlin live on HBO March 1
by George Carlin’s evolution from family-friendly comedian to maverick to renegade to cantankerous hoot continues this Saturday, March 1, when his 14th HBO special airs live …
Fred Simmons in The Foot Fist Way
In case you were wondering about the Fred Simmons appearance last night on Conan O’Brien, here are some clues to unlock the mystery for you. …
Todd Barry on Conan tonight
Todd Barry, last seen filling in on drums for Yo La Tengo on night two of the three-night Invite Them Up finale at Rififi, will …
Reluctantly linking
Jerry Seinfeld’s lawyers are arguing that Seinfeld essentially botched a joke about the woman who’s suing his wife for plaigarism. What’s the deal with that? …
Colbert’s first 2008 Word: Good Bad Journalism
Apparently, the New York Times has some learning to do. Last night, The Colbert Report released its first post-strike edition of "The Word." And it …
Tim Minchin returns to NYC for extended run
Remember when Tim Minchin told me in November how much he loved his first visit to New York City and would love to return in …
Review: Todd Barry, “From Heaven”
Todd Barry’s third comedy CD, "From Heaven," comes out next Tuesday. Perhaps you’ve heard that. But you’re wondering more. What’s on the CD? Is it …
David Steinberg hired by Interview mag
Women’s Wear Daily reported today that Interview magazine has hired David Steinberg to be its comedy editor. Why didn’t I know this job was even …
Paul Scheer’s success impedes Human Giant tour
Developing: Paul Scheer of Human Giant writes to announce that he has gotten a part "in the new Jack Black/Michael Cera film Year One and …
Tuesday To-Do’s: Sweet, Hicks, Fluff
If you’re looking for something to do tonight in New York City, and think it might be a wee bit crowded at Rififi for night …