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The Comedians
The Comedians by Kliph Nesteroff has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 1 podcast (2 episodes recommend it and 0 episodes discuss it), through . Most frequently brought up by Bill Burr (2 episodes) on Monday Morning Podcast (2 episodes).
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This is what I've been reading it's called The Comedians uh drunks thieves Scoundrels in the history of American Comedy Jesus Christ.
Bill Burr · Monday Morning Podcast · Jan 2024 Listen at 1:36:56 Why people recommend it
The Comedians by Kliph Nesteroff is a comprehensive non-fiction history book that chronicles the wild, troubled, and fascinating stories of drunks, thieves, and scoundrels who shaped the landscape of American stand-up comedy. Comedian Bill Burr recommended and discussed this title on his Monday Morning Podcast across two different episodes years apart, specifically on April 1, 2017, and again on January 4, 2024. During both broadcasts, while answering listener questions and sharing what he was currently reading, Burr brought up the book and enthusiastically shared his thoughts on its gripping content. He recited the subtitle of the work, noting how it dives deep into the chaotic lives of the colorful characters who built the history of American comedy. Burr's recurring mentions of the book underscored his genuine enjoyment of the entertaining historical accounts and biographical sketches contained within Nesteroff's deeply researched narrative.
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Bill Burr this is what I've been reading it's called The Comedians uh drunks thieves Scoundrels in the history of Ame… 2
“this is what I've been reading it's called The Comedians uh drunks thieves Scoundrels in the history of American Comedy Jesus Christ”
“It's called The Comedians uh drunks thieves Scoundrels in the history of American Comedy Jesus Christ”
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“Uh, The Comedians, sex, drugs, and rock and roll.”