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How Did ‘Fat Guy Plus Thin Guy’ Become a Big Comedy Trope?

From Laurel & Hardy to ‘fat guy in a little coat,’ a physical mismatch works on so many levels

The Raunchy Muslim Comedy of Sadia Azmat

The British stand-up is attempting to change the perception of Islamic women one dick joke at a time

Eugene Mirman Is Ready to Start Getting Personal

Following unimaginable loss, the legendarily sweet-natured ‘Bob’s Burgers’ star is looking for ways to reconcile comedy with tragedy

The Gentle Comedy and Uplifting Americana of 1940s Radio Shows Are the Perfect Quarantine Binge

At a time when the country is seemingly as fractured as ever, it’s comforting to hear how comedians like Jack Benny not only brought it together but reshaped the American dream in the process