Comedy
The internet is buzzing over a revived hypothetical: could 100 men defeat a gorilla in a fight? First posed in 2020 on Reddit’s r/whowouldwin, the question reemerged on X in April 2024 and quickly spread to TikTok, Facebook, and beyond. While most agree the gorilla would easily win—citing its raw strength, speed, and durability—some users […]
When it comes to fundraisers, would you rather donate $25 just to show support no perks, no expectations or spend a little more to get something in return, even if it’s underwhelming? In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind giving, expectations, and what ‘support’ really means.
Kevin Hart is suiting up to host the 25th annual BET Awards. Set for June 2025, the MC promised his presence at the now formal event in a comedic teaser video exclaiming, “we’re raising the bar.” In the clip, the comedian hustles around set sampling caviar appetizers and joking that Lenny Kravitz and Mustard will have to forgo […]
Damon Wayans Sr. Reveals He ‘Fell in Love’ with His Nephew’s Ex-Girlfriend, While appearing on the April 2 episode of the Club Shay Shay podcast hosted by former NFL star Shannon Sharpe, the comedian revealed that he once dated his nephew’s ex-girlfriend. “I was in love with her, that’s the thing,” Damon, 64, recalled, before jokingly asking Sharpe, […]
Kevin Hart’s rap alter ego, Chocolate Droppa, delivered a hilarious and high-energy NPR Tiny Desk concert for April Fools’ Day. Dressed in all black and full of swagger, Droppa opened with jokes, punchlines, and off-the-wall motivational rhymes that blurred the line between stand-up and hip-hop. The performance poked fun at rap bravado while showcasing Hart’s […]
Netflix will shoot a pilot for A Different World, a sequel to the 1987 sitcom, which will chronicle Dwayne and Whitley’s daughter’s time at an HBCU. As Deadline reported exclusively in August, the project had been in development at the streamer since last year, and the commissioning of the pilot is part of that process. A rep for […]
In a break from tradition, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) has canceled its comedic segment for the 2025 Correspondents’ Dinner, meaning comedian Amber Ruffin will no longer headline the April 26 event. WHCA President Eugene Daniels said the board unanimously agreed to shift focus toward honoring journalistic excellence and mentoring emerging reporters. Ruffin, known […]
A new proposal from Canadian comedian Matthew Puzhitsky suggests that Canada should block U.S. access to Pornhub as a bold response to ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. He jokingly referred to this as Canada’s “nuclear weapon,” arguing that it could effectively end the trade war. A petition has been launched to support this idea, […]
“Saturday Night Live” marked its 50th anniversary with a star-studded homecoming special on February 16, 2025, bringing together legendary cast members, musical performances, and unforgettable comedy moments. Some of the night’s most iconic moments highlighted the impact of Black comedians on SNL’s history. Cultural Highlights from ‘SNL50’ At 88 years old, original SNL cast member […]
Comedy icon Dave Chappelle has been named the recipient of the prestigious President’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, set to air live on February 22, 2025, on BET and CBS. The award honors individuals for their distinguished public service and cultural impact, with past recipients including Rihanna, LeBron James, Kerry Washington, and JAY-Z. […]