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This section will feature interviews with comedians, improv groups, writers and showrunners. It will also feature reviews of comedy albums, weekly podcast picks, videos we like, untapped talent, comedy news. All things comedy and smiles.

Duncan Trussell Loves You

David DeanOctober 13, 2010

I really believe he does love you. No joke. Duncan is a writer, actor, and stand-up comedian who really does seem genuinely sweet, and spacey in a good way. Liv... Read More...

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An Interview With The Great, Nerdy, Polite, Hilarious, Rich Sommer

David DeanSeptember 23, 2010

You will probably instantly recognize Rich Sommer as Harry Crane from AMC’s Mad Men, undoubtedly one of the best shows on television, currently in the midd... Read More...

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A Fun Conversation With Chelsea Lately Writer & Roundtable Regular Sarah Colonna

David DeanSeptember 16, 2010

We at Serial Optimist have been lucky enough to interview a former Chelsea Lately writer and quite a few roundtable regulars. Now, we get the best of both world... Read More...

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The Highly Contagious, Awesomely Hilarious Matt Braunger

David DeanSeptember 3, 2010

Few people have the ability to literally make you smile without saying a word, to somewhat instantly put you in a good mood, even if only for a brief moment. It... Read More...

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Delocated Creator, Star, Writer, & 5 Time-Life Winner Jon Glaser

David DeanAugust 26, 2010

Jon Glaser has provided you with many laughs you probably weren't aware of. He has been writing comedy and appearing in sketches for 15 years now for The Dana C... Read More...

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Broad City: Some Funny Bitches, For Real

David DeanAugust 25, 2010

You know when you get into a band way before anyone else, read a book that doesn’t become popular for a year or two, are a fan of a show no one else seems to ... Read More...

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Natasha Leggero: A Smart, Hilarious, Hard Working, Talented, Crushbreaking Comedian & Actress

David DeanAugust 22, 2010

You know how when you have an idol or hero or something that you've looked up to your whole life, and then you meet them as an adult and they're doing blow in t... Read More...

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Jen Kirkman: Comedian, Writer, Actress, & My Fantasy Best Friend

David DeanAugust 19, 2010

Jen Kirkman is a stand-up comedian, television writer, and actress. You probably know her/recognize her as the staff writer and roundtable regular on Chelsea La... Read More...

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Paul F. Tompkins: Funny, Smart, Stylish, Great Looking, & Nice. He’s a Sixdruple Threat

David DeanAugust 13, 2010

You undoubtedly know Paul from hosting the hilarious Best Week Ever. You might know Paul from appearing in Curb Your Enthusiasm, cameo appearances in There Will... Read More...

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Paul Scheer: The Guy You Always Recognize In Something That Is Always Awesomely Hilarious

David DeanAugust 13, 2010

I've been a fan of Paul Scheer for a while now, back to the Best Week Ever days, which means I was still a little late on becoming a fan. He consistently stood ... Read More...

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Writer, Comedian, Wife, Mother, Twitter God: Kelly Oxford

David DeanAugust 6, 2010

Kelly Oxford is witty, sexy, and honest. In her own words, "I was previously described as: Your boyfriend’s ex-girlfriend. Currently described as your: Mom. If ... Read More...

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