Trying Way Too Hard
“Everybody’s In LA” is a series of live Netflix shows airing this week. As I explain in this review of the premiere, host John Mulaney and his staff forgot an important comedy concept: less is more.
Can’t Queue What’s New
I’m always on the lookout for new content to stream, but even after I hear about something interesting, it’s often impossible to find it on the streamers’ apps to add to my queue. Here are some examples.
Worst Theme Song Lyrics Ever
Did you know there were lyrics to “The Odd Couple” theme song? Did you know that they were horribly bad, and one of the most successful songwriters ever was responsible? Let me explain.
The Gentlemen
Looking for a new limited series to stream? We just binge-watched Guy Ritchie’s new Netflix show. Here’s why I recommend it.
Alan Zweibel
In 2007, comedy writer Alan Zweibel did something on David Letterman’s show I’d never seen before on late night TV. Here’s the video — and what he told me about it on my radio show.
Game Show Complaints
I’m a longtime viewer of “The Amazing Race,” “Survivor,” and “Jeopardy!” But there are aspects of the current seasons that are driving me crazy.