Chris Gethard Archives

June 5, 2016

Published by Christina Stiehl at June 5, 2016

TCGS Finale Recap and Cliffhanger: Will Chris Gethard Be Erased From Existence?

Vacation Jason has kidnapped Chris Gethard’s pal the Human Fish, and the talk show host won’t stand for it. At least, that’s where we begin during The Chris Gethard Show’s finale on June 1, in what becomes an epic showdown of good vs. evil, saving Human Fish vs. not saving Human Fish, pro wrestlers vs. tropical fruit.

June 1, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at June 1, 2016

Big Comedy Happenings All Over Chicago This Weekend

There are gigantic events happening all over Chicago this week which is why we are swooping into town to cover them. No, we’re not talking about […]

May 21, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at May 21, 2016

TCGS Recap: The Brain Health Episode with Maria Bamford!

Of all the taboo topics Chris Gethard has covered on his show (gender fluidity and obscenity on TV, among others), the May 18 episode about mental illness is his most honest to date.

May 20, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at May 20, 2016

Mike Birbiglia’s Don’t Think Twice Coming This Summer. Watch the Trailer Now.

Mike Birbiglia's improv comedy Don't Think Twice has gigantic buzz after premiering at SXSW and finally you can get a look at some of it in this new trailer.

May 19, 2016

Published by Christina Stiehl at May 19, 2016

The Incredible Evolution of Chris Gethard

Chris Gethard is one of those rare comedians who has been able to blur the lines of improv, sketch, alt comedy, and stand up, all while staying true to his voice.

May 18, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at May 18, 2016

Annual Del Close Marathon Posts Massive Line-up

Comedians famous for televised, live, sketch and unscripted comedy are flocking together once again for the 18th Annual Del Close Improv Comedy Marathon this June.

May 14, 2016

Published by Christina Stiehl at May 14, 2016

Episode Review: The Chris Gethard Show: A Very Weird Family Dinner

The Chris Gethard Show’s audience often feels like a family, a group of disenfranchised weirdos who find a commonality in the accepting humor and wacky bits. Chris Gethard even said in the cold open that he thinks of the TCGS tribe as the family he chose.

May 11, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at May 11, 2016

Mike Birbiglia Tested Out Babies and Movies at Kimmel’s House

Mike Birbiglia has a new movie coming out, Don't Think Twice, and he's really excited about it.

May 9, 2016

Published by Interrobang Staff at May 9, 2016

Joe Machi, Mike Recine, Emily Heller, Ramon Rivas and More Will Tape Half Hours For Comedy Central

This summer, some of our favorite young comics will be recording half hour specials with Comedy Central. We're very excited to see these 17 tremendous young talents getting the recognition and the opportunity to record their first specials.

May 7, 2016

Published by Christina Stiehl at May 7, 2016

TCGS Recap: Episode 206: Donald Trump Brings the Weird to the Weirdos

Chris Gethard may call his fans weirdos, but even they’re no match for the May 4 show, titled (appropriately), “The Truth Might Be Out There?” […]

May 5, 2016

Published by Rachel Crowe at May 5, 2016

Birbiglia Will Tour the Country Screening ‘Don’t Think Twice’ With a Team of Improvisers

If audiences are half as excited as Mike Birbiglia is about the North American premiere of Don’t Think Twice, then we should be creepy stoked-- just drink the Kool Aid amped and then some

May 1, 2016

Published by Christina Stiehl at May 1, 2016

TCGS Episode Review: Is This Offensive? Chris Gethard Takes on The Censors

No one would particularly call out Pete Holmes for being a controversial comic. His innocent, happy-go-lucky, “gee, I’m so excited to be here!” shtick doesn’t lend […]