Why Are You Laughing?
Blind Mike Project
Breaking down the history of comedy and stand-up, one career, special, controversy, and storyline at a time.
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Dec 21, 2023 • 1h 58min
Opie vs Jim Norton
The official end of The Opie & Anthony Show came when SiriusXM tried to hang on to Opie and Jim Norton and the real feud was revealed.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Dec 14, 2023 • 1h 3min
Carl Reiner
On today's episode Mike and Craig look back at the career of Carl Reiner. blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 13min
Nathan For You
On today’s episode Mike and Craig look back at the show, Nathan For You.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Roast of Patrice O'Neal
Today Mike and Craig look back at the highs and low of Patrice O'Neal roast.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
The Rise and Fall of Tucker Max
This is an early Bonus WAYL from a few months back. For more bonus content, become a member or visit blindmike.netWe are joined by @KarlWATP to discuss Tucker Max, his Opie & Anthony appearance and the downfall that followed.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Amazing Johnathan
On today’s episode Mike and Craig look in to the very unique career of comic magician, The Amazing Johnathan.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 25min
Chris Farley
On today’s episode, Mike and Craig look back at the career of Chris Farley.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 13min
Howard Stern vs Opie and Anthony
On today’s episode Mike and Craig take a look back at the rivalry between the Howard Stern Show and the Opie and Anthony show.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 13min
Dan Nainan
Dan Nainan is a comedian who has opened for Russell Peters, Bob Saget & Robert Schimmel and has performed for Barack Obama & Hillary Clinton. Or has he? We discuss his feuds with Marc Maron, Nick Mullen & others. As well as his claims of fame and fortune.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 15min
Andy Kaufman
On this episode Mike and Craig break down the life and career of Andy Kaufman, who very well may have invented "alt" comedy.blindmike.netwww.verygoodshow.org
