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Hermione69
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07-24-2002

Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 4:27 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hermione69 a private message Print Post    
CROSSFIRE? Didn't you used to watch this show? Helloooo?

Yesitsme
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08-24-2004

Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 5:43 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Yesitsme a private message Print Post    
I didn't realize it was on, and happened to see it when I was flipping channels. I don't know how much I missed.

My favorite so far was the guy with the big head (named John, I think?) I think he was in the NY auditions. He seems like he is going to have strong, original material.

Felt bad that the guy with the deadpan style didn't make it. I think he could be very good if he eased up a bit. I know it was intentional, but wasn't working for him. Pity since he seemed to have good jokes, poorly delivered. I hope he keeps at it.

Overall I enjoyed it. Several made me laugh out loud....I think I remember the audition part being more painful to watch in the past. I can't wait for it to continue...I like weeding some of these people out.

Jasper
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09-14-2000

Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 5:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jasper a private message Print Post    
Like Yes there were a few that had me lol. I really enjoyed the show and for two hours it went by quick. I like Anthony Clark as well, Yes Dear was okay but he was even funnier in Boston Common. Even dh watched this one with me.

Bob2112
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06-12-2002

Tuesday, May 30, 2006 - 6:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Bob2112 a private message Print Post    
I've seen at least 4-5 of these people on Comedy Central Presents. They each did about 20 minutes of material and the shows are mostly from a couple of years ago. I remember Tig and Gabriel Iglesias right now, but there were definitely a few others. Not sure how many of them went through, but I'll pay closer attention next week.

Sunshyne4u
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06-17-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 12:50 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Sunshyne4u a private message Print Post    
Hurray~! A thread for this show.

I watched season one and then it disappeared. Never noticed it on Canadian tv and Now here we go..primetime season four!!

I love standup. I hate disabled people who make fun of themselves and form their act around it.

I loved the speech impediment/ cleft palate girl when she was first seen by the two talent scouts. She was great. Her live infront of audience routine was painful...but I am glad she got in.

I am never sure about racial humor as well. That one guy was hilarious though. Looks around the audience and says "Four hundred years ago, this would have been an Auction!"

ROTFLMAO

I hated the Jewish guy making fun of Christian rock. I dont know...religion and racism isnt funny to me...but it might just be ME eh? LOL

Cdbga
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10-04-2004

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 2:10 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cdbga a private message Print Post    
Buckstar did the same thing in prior seasons of LCS, too. I think last night he said it was his 14th audition or something like that. Not sure whether the number was serious. But, I do remember him doing the same thing before. I was kind of hoping they'd give his picture to security to keep him out, because I tired of him quickly.

I didn't think the Jewish guy was making fun of Christian rock, so much as making fun of the fact that the Jewish are incapable of rocking. I'm kind of with you on the religion and racism thing, though...I do find some of it funny, but there is a fine line for me.

I've seen a few of these people on some of the VH-1 specials, as well (things like I Love the 80s). I know I've seen Bill Dwyer and Doug Benson on a few of them. And of course, a lot of know Theo Von from Road Rules and all the RW/RR challenges.

YesItsMe, ITA about the deadpan guy. He had some good material, but it was the presentation. It was kind of hard to pick out the jokes. But I think with a little more practice, he could be really good. I also thought he was kind of hot.

I was surprised at how much I laughed last night. It was just an enjoyable show and I agree that the auditions weren't as painful to watch as they have been in the past. And I like Anthony Clark a lot, too. Like Jasper, I remember him fondly from his Boston Common days.

Ginger1218
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08-31-2001

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 2:11 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ginger1218 a private message Print Post    
I actually thought the NY auditions were the best, some of the funniest.
I am particularly critical, because I have done stand up comedy, so I watch with a different eye.

Fruitbat
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08-07-2000

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 2:17 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Fruitbat a private message Print Post    
I didn't like anyone. There is potential in the 3 young men who did not scream their act, perhaps. I was disappointed.

Where are the comics like Ellen, Seinfeld, Paula Poundstone, Izzard, Cosby etc? I prefer comics who do commentary rather than schtick or "jokes".

Marysafan
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08-07-2000

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 2:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Marysafan a private message Print Post    
Did I see Terri Louise (I think that's her name) in the background on stage in New York? I just caught a glimpse of her...they were moving pretty fast. If it was her, she not only didn't get picked...she didn't even get any air time. I thought she was pretty good last time...but I think they picked her husband instead.

I liked the young man with Cerebal Palsy. Even though he poked fun at his disability...he made it funny. Like the bit with the phone number...it wasn't funny until he added the line "Don't mix them up!" That was hilarious.

Nikki Payne the gal with the speech impediment from Nova Scotia.

Some of these folks have already appeared on shows on the Comedy channel. So it looks like a good mix of veterans and newbies.

Isn't Theo Von's name really Theo VonSomethingorother? He must have shortened it. I thought he was funny. Actually he surprised me how funny he was.

I agree with the others and the delivery of the hot looking bald guy. Too slow. Needs practice.

There was one guy that I really liked. Skinny with a mustache. Can't remember his name...might have been in the New York group...but he is my early favorite.

I can't wait until next week.

Cdbga
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10-04-2004

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 2:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cdbga a private message Print Post    
Theo's full last name is Vonkurnatowski, I think.

Jasper
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09-14-2000

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 5:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jasper a private message Print Post    
My dh has seen Nikki Payne on a couple of the comedy shows and he says she is hysterical. I missed seeing if she got in so I'm glad someone else noted that she did.

The one fella, he was a yeller (Joseph Gay I think) he has a huge mouthful of choppers, he reminded me of the sharks in Shark Tale, a little on the oily side if you know what I mean.

I liked the guy who did the observances on Christians/Jews rocking, was he the one commenting on money as well or was that another? No please pay me in firecrackers, I though he was quite funny as well. It did seem that some of the comedians did the commentary/obserbvance thing (which I prefer as well) versus jokes.

Marysafan
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08-07-2000

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 6:55 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Marysafan a private message Print Post    
Bill Dwyer used to host "Battlebots". I KNEW I'd seen him before. Hubby and the girls used to love that show.

I just read some interesting behind the scenes gossip...

It is possible that Buck Star is an NBC production assistant.

There has been a change in the people in charge of this season and supposedly it is the team from Top Chef and Project Runway. I don't watch those shows, so I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing. It was thought that some of th casting may have been for story lines. (duh...isn't that a given with reality tv?) It was a warning to watch out for "false drama". Also, beware of the editing. We all know how that can go.

Also a different source had a spoiler as to who made it in the house and who got evicted from the house. When these things have been posted in the past they have been dead on. So I am going to google some of these folks to learn names and see if my favorites made it through.

Comparing the list of people who made it through to the final rounds where the voting takes place, I can see only two who already have had appearances on Comedy channel shows. So it looks like we are going to get some newcomers coming through. Yeah!!

Karen
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09-07-2004

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 7:03 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Karen a private message Print Post    
Nikki Payne is absolutely outstanding. I was so happy to see her at the auditions, and even happier to see her through to the next round. She's a prominent Canadian comic (if you're up on that sort of thing, LOL) who has done some specials on the Comedy Network, she also regularly appears on Much Music's Video on Trial. Absolutely hysterical. I agree that her energy can be a tad overwhelming if you aren't prepared for it, but WOW, does she ever make your sides hurt.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 7:16 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
Doug Benson and Bill Dwyer are on VH1 shows all the time. I love them on Best Week Ever.

Racinbuddies
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04-28-2005

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 7:20 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Racinbuddies a private message Print Post    
John Roy won Star Search in 2003...

Mizinvanccouver
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02-22-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 7:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mizinvanccouver a private message Print Post    
I really enjoyed last nights show.

I say why not make fun of oneself? Why not try to make a living from ones disabilities? I found the guy with Cerebal Palsy and the woman with the speach impediment hilarious!

I think it's healthy to poke fun at oneself. If it was someone who wasn't disabled poking fun at them, then I wouldn't think it was so funny.

I think my favourite guy was the guy who said he always wanted to be a comedian and only now had the courage to do it. He had the big head and came out with the line,"Do I look like Hank Hill??" (He does LOL!!!)

I'm looking forward to seeing more of him!

Lurknomore
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07-07-2001

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:17 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Lurknomore a private message Print Post    
Heyya...spotted this as I was strolling over to the Apprentice thread, so poking in.

I truly have only one thing to say bout this show--I'm scared to start watching it. Watched last year and STILL am miffed they pulled it near the finale and until last night I had no clue who won (or when). I liked Gary Gulman...that's what I recall.

So while I watched last night I was trying hard not to care since I have NO faith NBC will stick with any series--they've done the same thing too many times (like that bad, short cooking show). But dang it if I start watching a show I want to see it to the end, not be left hanging!!!! So I tried to watch it as a "don't like the contestants, just be amused by the jokes in the moment." Of course if I keep watching I'll probably accidentally start caring then be mad if they pull it again!

Mizinvanccouver
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02-22-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 8:27 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mizinvanccouver a private message Print Post    
I hear you Lurknomore. I was disappointed too. However, I enjoy laughs any way I can get them so I'll watch till I'm cutoff again. lol

Karen
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09-07-2004

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 10:23 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Karen a private message Print Post    
It's funny for the people to make fun of themselves if they're doing it for the right reasons. The boy with Palsy and Nikki with the cleft -- they were both hilarious in making fun of their disabilities, because they were not coming out with a Woe is me, my life is so pathetic it's laughable... kind of attitude. They were up there showing that their handicap is just one small part of what makes them them.

Self deprecating humour is the easiest kind -- safer than defaming other cultures, genders, etc., and people always enjoy seeing someone who can laugh at themselves, never mind people who can make lemonade out of lemons. Black people have been making jokes about black people forever. Fat people joke about their weight all the time. Women b!tch about being women all the time. Why wouldnt' it be OK for someone with an obvious handicap or deformity to make fun of their circumstance, too? Besides, I'll bet the boy with cerebral palsy was right -- his mom probably is the only person who can tell when he's drunk. LOL.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 10:26 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
I so agree with you Karen.

I am so happy to see a Lurk posting!

Brenda1966
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07-03-2002

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 10:54 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Brenda1966 a private message Print Post    
Theo was on and I missed it. UGH!

Marysafan
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08-07-2000

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 10:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Marysafan a private message Print Post    
Brenda...he made the cut. He will be on next week too.

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 10:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
He was only on for a quick minute.

Cdbga
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10-04-2004

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 11:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cdbga a private message Print Post    
Mamie, do you remember anything from Theo's act? I was just posting in the RW/RR Challenge thread that I can't remember a single thing from it. I remember him interviewing about his reality show background, I remember him being picked to move on, but I don't remember anything else. And it is weird to me, because I remember bits and pieces of all the other acts!

Mamie316
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07-08-2003

Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 11:09 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mamie316 a private message Print Post    
I remember his bit on Kevin Federline getting into a fight like a dancer. I don't remember what he said first. I didn't like his presentation. He wasn't like the Theo we've come to know.