In this fascinating new video, Slate breaks down the basic formula for late-night talk show jokes, which writers fall back on when they need to churn out dozens of gags four nights a week.
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Feb 19, 2018
The surprisingly mathematical formula for writing late-night jokes
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Adam Sandler remembers Chris Farley in a heartwarming song
On December 18, 1997, comedian Chris Farley died of a drug overdose. He was just 33. Some 21 years later, his buddy Adam Sandler has written and performed a sweet, though sad, tribute song in the late comedian’s honor as part of his new Netflix special Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh. screenshot via SNL/YouTube
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Watch this comedian's hilarious step-by-step 'Tainted Love' dance tutorial
When you’ve got moves like comedian Joe Kwaczala, it’s best not to keep them to yourself. He says, “Yes, this is going to be the official dance from the music video.” No, it’s not. Watch it anyway. Thanks, Jenny!
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Sketch satirizes reality TV that's 50% recap and 50% ominous music
Coming up in part 3: “I’m looking for a gift for my aunt.” Of course, no Mitchell & Webb sketch may be posted without including the increasingly relevant classic:
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Make an audiophile's holiday with these wireless headphones
For the true audio enthusiast, there’s a lot of difference between putting on some songs “for background music” and a true listening experience. For the latter, there’s nothing like a pair of sturdy headphones and the powerful speakers that come with them. And the wireless variety doesn’t get much more powerful than the TREBLAB Z2 […]
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Land a job in project management with this comprehensive course
Digital or analog, there’s a path of least resistance for any project. Finding that path is what the Agile methodology is all about, which is why proficiency in it is a must for any project management position – and the paycheck that comes with it. And the quickest path to learning Agile? The Agile Project […]
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This next-gen paper airplane combines drone and video tech
Everybody’s flown a paper airplane. But what if you could fly on a paper airplane? Until we invent shrink-ray technology, the PowerUp X FPV Video Paper Airplane Kit will have to do – but it’s as fun as that sounds and more. The original version of this creative toy added drone tech to the old, […]
