July 31, 2015

Between Two Summers: A Guide to The Stars of Wet Hot American Summer

Wet Hot American Summer was more than just a cult classic summer movie, it was also a career changer. Some of its stars, like mvie stars Bradley Cooper got their start in WHAS in 2001. Check out our guide to the stars of your favorite summer movie and what they've been doing since their first summer at Camp Firewood.
June 29, 2015

Amy Poehler, Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, Matt Walsh, Ellie Kemper, Nick Kroll and More Honor Del Close Plus! News From Rick Glassman, Dustin Ybarra, Zach Woods and More

Jeffrey Gurian is a writer and comedian in New York who loves to Jump Around. Follow his regular column, right here, to find out what’s happening in comedy, and who Jeffrey Gurian ran into this week in and around New York. This week, Jeffrey visited The Stand, UCB Chelsea, the theater at FIT and more!
April 27, 2015

Jerry Seinfeld Pops In, Jordan Rock Making Moves, An Andy Dick Update, Amy Sedaris Spotting and News from the “Guys We F***ed” Podcast

Jeffrey Gurian is a writer and comedian in New York who loves to Jump Around. Follow his regular column, right here, to find out what’s happening in comedy, and who Jeffrey Gurian ran into this week in and around New York. This week, Jeffrey reports from Comedy Juice, New York Comedy Club, The HiFi Lounge, Carolines, The Comedy Strip and more!
March 16, 2015

Amy Schumer Hits Up Gotham Unannounced with Chris Rock, Janeane Garofalo in Gaffigan’s New Series, Lil Rel News and More From the NY Clubs

Jeffrey Gurian is a writer and comedian in New York who loves to Jump Around. Follow his regular column, right here, to find out what’s happening in comedy, and who Jeffrey Gurian ran into this week in and around New York. This week, Jeffrey reports from Gotham Comedy Club.
February 4, 2015

He’s More Than Just Saul: 7 Amazing Moments In Bob Odenkirk’s Career

Bob Odenkirk worked with and has written for some of the funniest people in the world including Chris Farley, Ben Stiller, David Cross, Gary Shandling, Larry David, Tim & Eric, and the names can go on and on. Bob's now the titular Saul in AMC's spin off of Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul. In everything Odenkirk has done, he is a stand out. Whether it's his writing, his performing, or both, his contribution is always memorable. He's got a starring role on a gigantic new TV show in Better Call Saul but he's had some tremendous career highs even before Saul ever showed up on Breaking Bad. Here are 7 of them.
January 5, 2015

Artie Lange’s New Podcast, Details on Wet Hot American Summer, Tammy Pescatelli Working on a Sitcom, and a Prestigious Club Sets a World Record

Jeffrey Gurian is a writer and comedian in New York who loves to Jump Around. Follow his regular column, right here, to find out what’s happening in comedy, and who Jeffrey Gurian ran into this week in and around New York. After missing two weeks to make some room for year end specials, this week, Jeffrey found out what's new with Janeane Garofalo, what Artie Lange has planned for his first podcast, the story behind Greer Barnes' new CD and a full report from the Metropolitan Club's 60 hour world record breaking show marathon.
November 24, 2014

Fred Armisen Sings for Doctors Without Borders; Tom Rhodes Tommy Chong Hit Up New York City Clubs (UPDATED)

Jeffrey Gurian is a writer and comedian in New York who loves to Jump Around. Follow his regular column, right here, to find out what’s happening in comedy, and who Jeffrey Gurian ran into this week in and around New York. This week, Jeffrey spent the week with international super star Tom Rhodes.
November 2, 2014

Our Top Picks for What To Do at the New York Comedy Festival

This week the New York Comedy Festival takes over a long list of New York City theaters and clubs. With well over 100 shows to choose from over the course of 5 days, you might be looking for some help deciding which events to attend.
October 27, 2014

New York Comedy Festival Lineup 2014

The New York Comedy Festival is coming to town and New York is ready, planning FIVE spectacular days, over ONE HUNDRED shows, nearly TWO HUNDRED performers. Stay tuned for our Editors Picks and more names to be added as the New York Comedy Festival approaches.
October 22, 2014

Add It To Your Queue: Vol 6: The Comedy Queue

So, you’ve seen the blockbusters, and all the Oscar contenders, but you still are looking for something to watch. Maybe something you missed. There are so many films that didn’t make a big splash, earn a lot of money or garner a lot of awards, but are still worthy of being seen. Clear your Netflix queue (or itunes or amazon or epix queue) and make some room for a few of these overlooked gems that may not have come your way before but are well worth your time.
October 7, 2014

The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret is Back After Three Year Hiatus

It was announced today that the David Cross series, The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret will be returning for a third season on IFC television. The series has been on hiatus for three years, but will pick up right where season two left off.
June 26, 2014

Thundershorts Launches Today

Snagfilms along with Indiewire, known for streaming documentaries and independent films online, are launching their brand new streaming comedy portal Thundershorts today.