EJ Panaligan editorThe comedy art form has always required two basic components — a comedian and their audience. And while that audience today is more spread out in an increasingly digital world, they are simultaneously more accessible than ever.
The podcast boom of the past decade has tremendously upended how different corners of the entertainment and media realm operate, and comedians have taken to the recorded airwaves to provide fans with laughs in a manner that replicates the energy they bring to their live performances.Variety has rounded up a selection of comedy podcasts both new and old, many headed by some of the world’s most renowned comedians, available to check out today.
These podcasts have either supplemented the careers of established comedians or broke previously unknown personalities into the mainstream, launching impressive careers in entertainment.
Whether you need a quick laugh while running errands or want to learn more about the history of the comedy scene through extensive sit-down interviews, this list has something to offer for every comedy head out there.
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