The Gist Funny You Should Mention: Liza Treyger
Jan 16, 2026
Liza Treyger, a stand-up comedian and podcaster known for her Netflix special Night Owl, shares her unique perspective on late-night crowds at the Comedy Cellar. She argues that comedy thrives in spontaneity and discusses the darker side of fame, particularly why some men irrationally hate Taylor Swift. Liza also delves into her true-crime podcast work, examining how comedy can intersect with societal issues, and reflects on her upbringing in Skokie while humorously confronting the nuances of free speech and audience reactions.
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Late Shows Favor Loose, Risky Comedy
- Liza Treyger prefers late-night Comedy Cellar crowds because they're looser, drunk, and more 'alive.'
- She finds late sets more rewarding despite being harder to perform for earlier audiences.
Performative Fear Versus Actual Precautions
- Treyger argues many men loudly fear false rape accusations yet act in ways that increase risk.
- She frames rape as about power and criticizes selective male precautions as performative.
Fatal Attraction Joke Flips Victim Blame
- She used Fatal Attraction to underline how culture often blames female victims and excuses male cheaters.
- Her joke flips the sympathy to the man who cheated, mocking that mindset.
