Albert Brooks Looks Back
Here are some of my thoughts after watching “Defending My Life,” the documentary about Albert Brooks made by his friend of sixty years, Rob Reiner (now streaming on Max).
An Albert Brooks Documentary
I am looking forward to seeing an HBO documentary about the comedian/writer/director/actor who I’ve been a fan of for nearly 50 years.
Sitting Down For A Standup
This is the story of the time I was the only one who didn’t give Jerry Lewis a standing ovation — right in front of him.
It’s Not About You
You might not think recent performances by Lady Gaga and Marc Maron could have anything in common, but they did. Let me explain.
John Oliver
I was already a big fan of John Oliver and his HBO show, but here’s why I am even more impressed after seeing him do standup.
Greg Warren, “The Salesman”
Three years ago, I praised a standup special by a comedian from St. Louis named Greg Warren. Now he’s back with another, “The Salesman.” You can read my review and watch the show here.
Kathleen Madigan, “Hunting Bigfoot”
One of my favorite touring comedians is back with a new special on Prime Video. Here’s my mini-review.
Richard Belzer
My memories of seeing the comedian (who died this weekend at 78) prowling the stage at Catch A Rising Star, and later as half of a morning radio show that only lasted a couple of years.