The Comedy Cellar: Live from the Table
Comedy Cellar Network
For 30 years, New York's legendary Comedy Cellar has served as the launching pad for greatest stand up comedians in the world. Colin Quinn, Dave Chappelle, Ray Romano, Dave Attell, Chris Rock, Jon Stewart, Dane Cook, Robert Kelly and Greg Giraldo are just a few of the comedians who began as Cellar regulars. But classic stage performances have never been the only show going on at the Cellar. The biggest comedians in the world come to sit at the table upstairs, where comedians come to argue and discuss the events of the day and their lives, sharpening their their comedy knives on each other. This kibitzing (an inspiration for Comedy Central's Tough Crowd), has always been a private affair... until now. Join us for a weekly peek into the happenings at the Comedy Cellar's comedian table, where the funniest people in the world debate and discuss. Subscribe now and don't miss a second of it. We would love to hear your comments. Email them to podcast@comedycellar.com
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Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 5min
What's Right (and Wrong) with the Police with Ed Obayashi
Ed Obayashi is the Deputy Sheriff and Policy Advisor for the Modoc County Sheriff's Office. He also serves as a law enforcement advisor for numerous law enforcement agencies, joint powers authorities for law enforcement (insurance funds), and law enforcement advisory organizations. As a licensed attorney, he also serves as the Legal Advisor, General Counsel, and official training advisor related to Use of Force and Police Practices for these entities. He is recognized as a foremost legal and training expert in California, nationally, and internationally in law enforcement matters, particularly in Use of Force and Internal Affairs Investigations issues. He is one of the most in demand legal lecturers in Use of Force and Police Practices for law enforcement legal associations, including the State BAR of California.
Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 17min
An Israeli liberal mugged by reality. Uncomfortable Conversations within Israel - Rafi DeMogge is the pseudonym of an Israel-based author and political demographer.
Voice was converted using elevenlabs.io You can follow him on Twitter @HeTows.Raffi's articles are published here: https://mosaicmagazine.com/author/rafi-demogge/
Apr 15, 2024 • 57min
Abigail Shrier - Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up
Abigail Shrier, author of Bad Therapy, discusses the risks of therapy for children, redefining mental health norms, parenting challenges like screen time limits, discipline, and cultural affection. The conversation also covers expanding vocabulary, setting boundaries, and iatrogenic harm in gender dysphoria treatment.
Apr 15, 2024 • 41min
Is Israel Withholding Aid as a Weapon in Gaza? - Times of Israel - Jacob Magid
Jacob Magid, Times of Israel US Bureau Chief explains the aid situation in Gaza.
Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 17min
U.S. Support for Israel’s War Has Become Indefensible?
Atlantic writer Phil Klay https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/03/gaza-war-indefensible-united-states/677896/ discusses his recent article.
Apr 11, 2024 • 39min
A Deeper Look into the Hamas Prisoner Amputations Story - With Haaretz Reporter Michael Hauser Tov
Haaretz Reporter Michael Hauser Tov analyzes and explains what has gone wrong that has led to injuries and amputations of prisoners at an Israeli field hospital.Also covered are the "Hannibal Directive" and other issues relating to the conflict.
Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 20min
Live from The Table: Jon Hoffman - Israel Is a Strategic Liability for the United States.
Foreign policy analyst Jon Hoffman discusses his recent article and worldview."The special relationship does not benefit Washington and is endangering U.S. interests across the globe."https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/03/22/israel-gaza-biden-netanyahu-security-united-states/
Apr 1, 2024 • 11min
Hatem Gabr responds to Sam Harris on Radical Islam
My friend Hatem Gabr objects to many of the things Sam Harris said, and recorded this response.
Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 29min
Sam Harris on Israel, Radical Islam, Trump, Taking Ecstasy, and more.
A special Comedy Cellar Live From The Table one-on-one interview with Sam Harris.
Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 23min
The History of Greenwich Village
The founder of Epic Walking Tours provides walking tours in Greenwich Village, New York, to educate, entertain, and inspire the public. We are regaled with stories of some of the most remarkable heroes and innovators who lived, worked, and advocated there.
