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The 100 Greatest Stools in Stand-Up Special History

 Shining the spotlight on comedy’s most underrated co-stars.By Rebecca Alter
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The Man Behind Netflix Comedy’s Curtain

 Robbie Praw explains his approach to buying stand-up specials for the streamer.By Jesse David Fox
priced out

What 9 Comedians Would Produce With a Marvel-Size Budget

 We gave them hundreds of millions of imaginary dollars to pitch the comedy special of their dreams.By Nayomi Reghay
  1. last night on late night
    The Tonight Show: Jon Hamm Always Commits to the BitFrom Hamm & Bublé to this Tonight Show clip.
    ByBethy Squires
  2. very special episodes
    Stop Asking for a School Shooting Episode of Abbott ElementaryJust watch the Glee episode instead.
    ByBethy Squires
  3. this month in comedy podcasts
    This Month in Comedy Podcasts: Getting Older With Marina Franklin and Bevy SmithRounding up our favorite comedy podcast episodes of the month.
  4. vulture furniture
    The 100 Greatest Stools in Stand-Up Special HistoryShining the spotlight on comedy’s most underrated co-stars.
    ByRebecca Alter
  5. a long talk
    The Man Behind Netflix Comedy’s CurtainRobbie Praw explains his approach to buying stand-up specials for the streamer.
    ByJesse David Fox
  7. cater it to the limit
    20 Essential Bob’s Burgers EpisodesFeaturing musical numbers, puns, fart jokes, and plenty of heart.
    ByLillian Brown
  8. priced out
    What 9 Comedians Would Produce With a Marvel-Size BudgetWe gave them hundreds of millions of imaginary dollars to pitch the comedy special of their dreams.
    ByNayomi Reghay
  9. vulture lists
    Every Kids in the Hall Revival Sketch, From Good to GreatThe Kids are back to skewer cliffhangers, assassins, hateful babies, and more.
    ByJill Krajewski
  10. good one podcast
    The Kids in the Hall Fight Because They Care“One of the things that’s ridiculous about being alive, for all of us right now, is that we’re old.”
    ByJesse David Fox
  11. lights cameras jokes
    Meet the Technical Artists Behind Comedy’s Most Impressive Specials“Of the many mediums I work on — TV, film, and commercials — making a live comedy special is hardest of all.”
    ByHershal Pandya
  12. beginning times fun
    The Special SpecialStand-up isn’t just getting prettier onscreen. It’s growing up as a distinct art form.
    ByJesse David Fox
  13. decisions decisions
    Everything to Consider When Making a Comedy Special SpecialAside from what jokes to tell.
    ByKathryn VanArendonk
  14. goodbyes
    Pete Davidson Thanks Lorne Michaels in Final ‘Weekend Update’ Bit“Lorne accidentally gifted me a sock, so I’m free.”
    ByCharu Sinha
  15. goodbyes
    Aidy Bryant Says Good-bye to SNL With a Final Trend ForecastAlongside Bowen Yang.
    ByCharu Sinha
  16. goodbyes
    Kate McKinnon Bids Farewell to SNL, Ascends to Space“I always kind of felt like an alien on this planet anyway.”
    ByCharu Sinha
  17. beloved
    Quinta Brunson’s Mom Didn’t Understand Her Job Until Abbott Elementary“I showed [my mom] a BuzzFeed video and she was like, ‘What is this?’”
    ByAlejandra Gularte
  18. farewells
    Kate McKinnon, Aidy Bryant, and Kyle Mooney Are Reportedly Leaving SNLJoining Pete Davidson in calling this season their last.
    ByJennifer Zhan
  19. thank u next
    Pete Davidson Leaving SNL, Ending Longest Public RelationshipSources say the season-47 finale will be his last appearance.
    ByZoe Guy
  20. chat room
    Judd Apatow on Documenting the Legacy (and Fart Jokes) of George CarlinTalking with the filmmaker about his HBO docuseries on the legendary stand-up.
    ByJason Diamond
  21. vulture lists
    The 20 Best Mike Myers Characters, RankedThe comedian’s greatest creations are reflections of who he perceives himself to be, who he wants to be, and who he is most afraid of.
    ByDave Schilling
  22. this week in late night
    John Mulaney and Andy Samberg’s Rescue Operation Won Late Night This WeekPlus Hannibal Buress on Ziwe and Amber Ruffin trying to sing white supremacy away.
    ByBethy Squires
  23. vulture recommends
    Lords of Synth Plays a Loving, Razzing Tribute to VangelisHonor the late synth pioneer by making fun of him.
    ByBethy Squires
  24. last night on late night
    John Mulaney and Andy Samberg Filled In on Jimmy Kimmel Live!Because Kimmel has COVID again.
    ByBethy Squires
  25. underrated
    Bruce McCulloch Admires the ‘Ferocious’ Comedy of Julie NolkeThe Canadian comedian comes highly recommended by the Kids in the Hall star.
    ByBethy Squires
  26. snl
    SNL Thinks Your Long-Term Boyfriend Is Old Enough to Run ErrandsAll on his own!
    ByCharu Sinha
  27. snl
    Steve Martin Explains the History of the Whoopee Cushion on SNLAlong with Selena Gomez!
    ByCharu Sinha
  28. overnights
    Saturday Night Live Recap: Selena Gomez Is Looking for LoveSelena Gomez makes her SNL hosting debut in an episode that has more misses than hits.
    ByAlexis Pereira
  29. movie review
    Jerrod Carmichael Has Already Outgrown On the Count of ThreeHis feature directorial debut is a dark comedy about suicide that works more than it doesn’t, but still feels like a blip in a career that’s moved on.
    ByAlison Willmore
  30. cancom
    A Keener’s Guide to The Kids in the HallA handy 22-step crash course on the Canadian princes of sketch comedy.
    ByRebecca Alter
  31. follow friday
    Jenny Yang Knows Exactly Where to Get the Dopamine She NeedsWe caught up with the comedian (and statement-purse collector) on Instagram Live.
    ByTaylor Garron
  32. tv review
    The Kids in the Hall Make a Head-Crushing ReturnAgainst all odds, the sketch comedy’s Amazon revival is almost miraculous.
    ByKathryn VanArendonk
  33. this week in late night
    The Triumphant Return of the Kids in the Hall Won Late Night This WeekPlus Janelle James on Desus & Mero, and a great and horny bit from Paula Pell.
    ByBethy Squires
  34. vulture recommends
    15 Years Later, Gavin & Stacey Has Proved Impossible to RemakeAmerican networks tried three times to adapt the beloved British sitcom.
    ByTom Smyth
  35. tonight show (jimmy’s version)
    Jimmy Fallon Is Also on Swiftok, ApparentlyStars, they’re just like us! Also waiting for 1989 (Taylor’s Version).
    ByAlejandra Gularte
  36. stand-up specials
    Norm Macdonald’s Final Comedy Special Coming to NetflixPremiering May 30 on Netflix.
    ByBethy Squires
  37. good one podcast
    Joe Rogan Is Just the Start of ItThe authors of a new book about right-wing comedy discuss the man who’s a “gateway to much more nefarious voices.”
    ByJesse David Fox
  38. chat room
    Filming Mr. Mayor Is Like Being ‘Shot From a Cannon’ for Vella LovellThe Crazy Ex-Girlfriend alum on finding her joke rhythm and the disarming charm of Ted Danson.
    ByDevon Ivie
  39. development hell
    The 4 Shows Netflix Is Looking for Right NowThese shows are guaranteed for two seasons (and only two seasons).
    ByBethy Squires
  40. james buffett
    Florence Welch Covers ‘Margaritaville’ on The Tonight ShowIf it sounds like absurdist word salad, don’t worry. It is.
    ByBethy Squires
  41. sketch comedy
    The Kids in the Hall Are Back, and One Must DieThis sketch from their new Amazon show involves one darling little pie.
    ByAnne Victoria Clark
  42. book excerpt
    A Downward Tour Through the Right-Wing Comedy ComplexAn excerpt from That’s Not Funny: How the Right Makes Comedy Work for Them.
    ByMatt Sienkiewicz and Nick Marx
  43. theater review
    Oh God, A Show About Abortion Could Not Be More RelevantAlison Leiby’s one-woman show doesn’t have the spark it needs — so it’s handy that its audience is already on fire.
    ByHelen Shaw
  44. appreciations
    Gilbert Gottfried, Remembered by Those Who Knew Him“He was not a negative person in any way, shape, or form. He was a great spirit. He was so unique. That’s the word for Gilbert: unique.”
    ByDan Reilly
  45. slashfic
    BAFTAs: Watch Nicholas Braun Reflect on Matthew Macfadyan’s Forehead KissesWith a letter of support from Nicholas Braun.
    ByBethy Squires
  46. overnights
    Saturday Night Live Recap: Benedict Cumberbatch Is a Funny SonBenedict Cumberbatch enters another successful hosting stint, but it’s Cecily Strong who dominates the Mother’s Day episode.
    ByAlexis Pereira
  47. snl
    Benedict Cumberbatch Sneaks the Oscars Slap Into His SNL MonologueAnd also thanks his mom for teaching him how to smile without teeth.
    ByJennifer Zhan
  48. bonus features
    I Think You Should Leave’s Cut Sketches Are Nuggets of Comedy MeatAt a live show in Los Angeles, Tim Robinson and friends shared never-before-seen material and revealed the secrets of Chunky.
    ByRebecca Alter
  49. snl
    Selena Gomez to Murder First SNL Hosting GigWith Post Malone as musical guest.
    ByCharu Sinha
  50. cosmic gumbo
    I Think You Should Leave Renewed for TriplesBecause triples makes it safe. Triples is best.
    ByRebecca Alter
  51. rip
    Mike Hagerty, Prominent Character Actor, Dead at 67The Somebody Somewhere actor had “special talent for bringing heart to a performance,” HBO stated.
    ByJustin Curto
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