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January 12th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Jonathan Winters
Jonathan Winters describes the first time he met Robin Williams while working on Mork and Mindy.

January 12th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Richard Lewis
Richard Lewis explains the misunderstood genius of Jerry Lewis.

January 9th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Richard Belzer
Richard Belzer sings his praises for Andy Kaufman's groundbreaking brand of humor.

January 7th, 2009

The Online Episode: Teh Internets
What are "Teh Internets"? Make 'Em Laugh's online exclusive episode takes a look to find out.

January 5th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Roseanne Barr
Roseanne Barr describes the intelligent and sophisticated comedy of Phyllis Diller, comparing her to Bob Hope.

January 5th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Sid Caesar
Sid Caesar talks about his admiration for Charlie Chaplin in the film "City Lights."

January 5th, 2009

My Comedian Hero: Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg describes how she admired the work of Richard Pryor.

December 2nd, 2008

Best of the Best: Michael McKean on Christopher Guest
Michael McKean shares his thoughts on the work of Christopher Guest and This is Spinal Tap.

December 2nd, 2008

Best of the Best: Dick Cavett’s Comedian Hero
Dick Cavett tells the story of when he met his comedian hero for the first time.

December 2nd, 2008

Best of the Best: Tommy Smothers, “Mom always liked you best”
Tommy Smothers tells us about the creation of the famous Smothers Brothers joke.

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