Category: Comedy

Get ready to laugh your heart out as the Traverse City Comedy Fest reveals its impressive roster of headliners for the upcoming 2024 edition. Traverse City, Michigan, is gearing up for another uproarious edition of its highly anticipated Comedy Fest. The festival, known for its stellar lineup of comedians and diverse range of shows, promises…

A review of Netflix’s new yuletide drama that tackles the challenges of family dynamics and the importance of togetherness during the holiday season. In the age of streaming, finding a movie that satisfies the diverse tastes of a multi-generational family can be a challenge. However, Netflix’s latest holiday offering, “Family Switch,” directed by McG and…

A team of drunk and high action heroes must save Las Vegas from destruction in this ’90s pastiche. In Netflix’s new series, Obliterated, creators Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald deliver a wild and wacky action-comedy that pays homage to ’90s blockbusters. With a premise that combines the absurdity of The Hangover with the…

Two new books explore the relationship between comedy and the ever-evolving landscape of cancel culture, shedding light on the historical context and the challenges faced by comedians in expressing themselves. In the age of cancel culture, where public figures are held accountable for their past actions and words, comedians find themselves walking a tightrope between…

Rife’s debut special, “Natural Selection,” has garnered attention for its offensive content and mediocre performance, leading to a broader discussion about the standards for comedy on platforms like Netflix. Comedian Matt Rife’s Netflix special, “Natural Selection,” has become a hot topic of debate and controversy since its premiere. While the show has achieved initial success…

Comedian Matt Rife’s first Netflix special, “Natural Selection,” falls short of expectations as it oscillates between uninspiring dick jokes and a defensive stance against online haters. Matt Rife’s Netflix special, “Natural Selection,” opens with a controversial joke about domestic violence, setting the tone for an hour of comedy that is defensive, aggressive, and lacking in…

Comedian Matt Rife’s first Netflix special, “Natural Selection,” showcases a defensive and antagonistic stance towards his audience, resulting in a lackluster and uninspiring performance. Matt Rife’s Netflix special, “Natural Selection,” opens with a risky joke about domestic violence, setting the tone for an hour filled with danger, naughtiness, and crossed lines. Rife, a young comedian…