What's So Funny!

By: Evergreen Podcasts
  • Summary

  • Host, Dave Schwensen, and his friends Kelly, Tom, and Logan have chosen some of their favorite comedians from the 1950s, ‘60s, or ‘70s. They take a look at how they got started, their most successful comedy albums, and their lasting influence today! Sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh! *This podcast is a production of the Ohio Film Tax Credit.
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Episodes
  • The Improv (Part 2); The LA Years
    Feb 9 2021
    In our final episode of the season we continue where we left off in our brief history of The Improv. This episode picks up right where we left off with the beginning of LA The Improv. We talk about Dave moving to LA and becoming Budd's assistant, the friendship and competition with The Comedy Store, the fire that nearly ended everything, and the rebuilding of an icon. Listen in as Dave and Tom continue down memory lane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • The Original Comedy Club, The Imrov (Part 1)
    Feb 2 2021
    In this very special 2-part series, we are talking about the world-famous, original comedy club, The Improv. Not only did several famous comedians get their start here, so did our own, Dave Schwensen. Dave takes us through the history of the club from the very beginning with Budd Friendman and Silver Saunders, through to the '90s in NYC. You'll hear stories about Lily Tomlin, Rodney Dangerfield, Larry David, and many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • He's Not Someone's Accountant, He's David Steinberg
    Jan 26 2021
    David Steinberg rose to fame using his childhood as inspiration for one of his most popular bits, the sermon. He was a member of Second City for four years, inspired by Lenny Bruce, and was hated by Richard Nixon. He was a part of the Smothers Brothers firing scandal and was the voice of a generation. Listen in as Dave, Tom, and Kelly introduce us to David Steinberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
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