When Roasts Stop Being Funny

Comedy makes us laugh… so why do we treat it like it’s less serious than drama?

This week on Entertainment Is Broken, Richard Crouse and Sarah Hanlon dig into why comedy is one of the hardest art forms to pull off… and one of the easiest to dismiss.

From the craft of timing, rhythm, structure, improv, physical comedy, and invisible choices… to the modern roast culture of Kevin Hart, Shane Gillis, Tony Hinchcliffe, Chelsea Handler, Sheryl Underwood, and the Joe Rogan comedy universe… Richard and Sarah ask whether comedy has become sharper, crueler, lazier, or just more revealing.

Plus: Kinky Boots, Mr. Dressup, Gary Shandling’s devastating silent review, Jim Carrey’s physical genius, why roasts may not be for everyone, and underrated comedy picks including After Hours and I Love You to Death.

Comedy may not get enough credit… but this episode does the work. Possibly in heels.