Comedy Central Presents
TV-14
7.9
1998
Comedy
, Talk
These half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone for many of today's stand-up stars.
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Episode 24 : Kyle Cease
May. 12,2006
Kyle Cease thinks adults deserve recess more than kids, that real life should have cheat codes and that SunnyD is just the best worst beverage option.
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Episode 23 : Jeff Garcia
May. 05,2006
Jeff Garcia explains how bad credit can have its advantages, lists which airlines terrorists shouldn't mess with and discusses his grandparents' contentious marriage.
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Episode 22 : Bill Santiago
May. 05,2006
Bill Santiago explains why Spanglish is the perfect American language, recalls being a "Founding Papi" in a school play and waxes nostalgic for White Castle sliders.
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Episode 21 : Becky Pedigo
April. 28,2006
Becky Pedigo shares stories about bombing in country western bars, cutting her own hair and her mother's racist safety advice.
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Episode 20 : Peter Berman
April. 28,2006
Peter Berman explains why Las Vegas is simultaneously the best and the worst, why he always roots for the umpire, and why he stayed in a bad relationship for way too long.
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Episode 19 : Ben Bailey
April. 21,2006
Ben Bailey explains why married life is incompatible with strip clubs, marvels at the stench of New York City and describes his misadventures on the subway.
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Episode 18 : Brian Kiley
April. 21,2006
Brian Kiley recalls his wife’s unusual pregnancy cravings, his uncle’s unfortunate hunting accident and planning his marriage proposal.
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Episode 17 : Pat Dixon
April. 14,2006
Pat Dixon talks about his experiences with drugs, explains why "fiance" is a more appealing term than "spouse" and justifies his preference for mid-level hotels.
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Episode 16 : Andy Kindler
April. 14,2006
Andy Kindler recalls his experience with marijuana in Amsterdam, examines the downside to the civil rights movement and describes his aversion to astrology.
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Episode 15 : John Caparulo
April. 07,2006
John Caparulo describes the downside of travel, recalls weird neighborhood yard sales and discusses living with exotic pets.
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Episode 14 : Nick Swardson (2)
April. 07,2006
Nick Swardson debuts a sexy new fragrance for men, explains his picky dating habits and wonders why people need reminders to not bring bombs on planes.
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Episode 13 : Arj Barker (2)
March. 31,2006
Arj Barker expresses his disgust with Halloween's urban legend laziness, Citibank's terrible spelling and Google's haughty search suggestions.
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Episode 12 : Todd Barry (2)
March. 31,2006
Todd Barry returns from a camp in Tahiti to share his story of a botched date with Julia Roberts and describes his great new apartment.
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Episode 11 : Jon Reep
March. 24,2006
Jon Reep shares his love of beer, demonstrates his childhood dance moves and impersonates an NFL referree.
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Episode 10 : Tammy Pescatelli
March. 24,2006
Tammy Pescatelli recalls performing at a Playboy benefit, explains the dangers of breast implants and weighs in on modern fashion trends.
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Episode 9 : Megan Mooney
March. 17,2006
Megan Mooney talks about wrecking stuff with her nephews, dealing with questions about when she'll have kids of her own and the fan base of "The Price Is Right."
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Episode 8 : Greg Fitzsimmons (2)
March. 17,2006
Greg Fitzsimmons describes how his chidren inspire him, explains why parents have morning sex and weighs in on life in Los Angeles.
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Episode 7 : Ted Alexandro (2)
March. 10,2006
Ted Alexandro recalls his time as a music teacher in New York City public schools, examines modern hip hop and explains why President George W. Bush embarrasses him.
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Episode 6 : Mike Birbiglia (2)
March. 03,2006
Mike Birbiglia laments his dreams of being a rapper and vents about his annoyance over "Olive Garden Italian."
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Episode 5 : Steve Byrne
March. 03,2006
Steve Byrne offers a trick for avoiding political discussions, describes the worst thing that can happen in a car and explains why he hates renting movies.
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Episode 4 : Rod Man
February. 24,2006
Rod Man talks about getting short-changed at church, admits that the heat would keep him from participating in a Civil Rights march and describes his stint at Cracker Barrel.
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Episode 3 : DeRay
February. 24,2006
DeRay Davis talks about his grim childhood, debates going Dutch on dates and reveals his favorite type of woman.
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Episode 2 : Ty Barnett
February. 17,2006
Ty Barnett imagines a heaven that doesn't allow nerds, explains why he wasn't cut out for street gangs and suggest that FEMA members should watch more action films.
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Episode 1 : Rickey Smiley
February. 17,2006
Rickey Smiley recounts his experience with an elderly stripper, impersonates a little old lady reading church announcements and explains black funerals.
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