Comedians and scientists team up to find the funniest joke in the world. They explore the science of humor, cultural differences in comedy, and why certain jokes are universally funny. The quest for laughter leads to surprising discoveries and shared moments of joy.

Comedy legends Mike Birbiglia and Tig Notaro share hilarious and heartwarming stories, from Tig coming out to her children to a wild lesbian party bus adventure with Sarah Paulson. They discuss finding comedic voices, unexpected attractions, and mishaps on a clown costume-filled parenting journey.

 Tig Notaro feels gay about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Tig sits down with Conan once again to discuss which of her kids she thinks is going into comedy, favorite jokes and pranks, and her inability to identify celebrities. Plus, Conan and his team issue an inaugural broadcast from their brand new podcast space. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan.

Join Tom Hanks, the legendary actor, alongside comedians Fortune Feimster, Mae Martin, and Tig Notaro, as they delve into the joys of road trips! They share hilarious travel mishaps, engage in playful banter about horse costumes, and reminisce about memorable journeys, including a notable trip to Canyonlands. Discover their unique takes on freedom found in driving and the mishaps that make road trips unforgettable, all infused with Tom's warm charm and the comedians’ sharp wit!

Comedian Tig Notaro shares her insights on crafting jokes, the element of surprise in comedy, and the quest for the funniest joke. She discusses her comedic evolution, joke refinement, and favorite jokes. Get ready for dumb and fabulous jokes with Tig!

The many highs of Tig Notaro’s comedy career (Emmy and Grammy nominations, creating TV shows, and hosting the “Don’t Ask Tig” podcast) may seem predestined. Yet these are all things that seem beyond the realm of possibility for young Tig. In the early 2000s she’s told that because she’s a woman, and she’s gay, and she’s low-key and deadpan, she’ll never make it. Today, she shares the story of how she learns to keep going, no matter how impossible the road may seem, and to remember that there’s no one way to get somewhere.Listen to Michael Imperioli's Meditative Story, "Michael Imperioli: having the courage to create": https://listen.meditativestory.com/MichaelImperioliPIOFind Tig’s tour dates: tignotaro.comListen to Tig’s podcast, Don’t Ask Tig: dontasktig.org andListen to Tig's podcast True Story: headgum.com/tig-and-cheryl-true-storyFollow Tig on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TigNotaroInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealfluffnotaro/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tignotarocomedy/If this story resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to share your reflections by rating and reviewing Meditative Story in your podcast player. It helps other listeners find their way to show, and we’d be so grateful.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian Nicole Byer of 'Nailed It!' asks about weird pets on Handsome podcast. Topics include phone etiquette, Dianne Wiest story, and new merch. The hosts banter about makeup, relationships, hypothetical scenarios like facing a cannibal in a mall, communication styles, musical mishaps, reckless school antics, unconventional pets like goats, celebrity pets, and owning unique animals like gophers and kawakas.

Comedian Tig Notaro reflects on her career with a new joke format. She discusses controversial jokes, encounters with celebrities, and incorporating Adele's song into her set. Tig shares personal stories about health challenges, body image, and finding empowerment through comedy.

Comedian Tig Notaro discusses her Netflix special 'Happy to Be Here' focusing on humorous take on marriage and quirky questions from her partner, creating confusing yet funny moments. She shares disbelief and happiness in a fulfilling marriage, ending with a mention of her show on Netflix.

Stand-up comedian and cancer survivor Tig Notaro helps a listener deal with a vindictive neighbor by advising to take control of the situation with humor and clarity. Suggestions include gardening with headphones and channeling the hero in your favorite movie. The podcast explores empowering assertive communication, reclaiming personal boundaries, and finding resilience through humor in challenging circumstances.