comedy
Comedian John Cleese starts Church of JC Capitalist
By Emily McFarlan Miller — August 1, 2016
(RNS) 'We’re here to call ourselves the Church of JC Capitalist because here in the United States of America, Christian teaching is, of course, the cornerstone of the capitalist system,' says John Cleese in a satirical video.
Euro court rejects French comic’s plea over fine for anti-Semitism
By Reuters — November 12, 2015
PARIS — The European Court of Human Rights has rejected claims by a French comedian that his right to speak freely was denied when he was convicted and fined in France for insulting Jews. The court said Dieudonne M’bala M’bala, a provocative performer who has been repeatedly accused of hate speech and anti-Semitism, could not […]
Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ catechism: the Catholic comic premieres a new interview, too
By David Gibson — September 8, 2015
NEW YORK (RNS) If you can’t get enough of Pope Francis, then how about a little Stephen Colbert? In these sneak peeks from a new interview, the comedian goes for laughs, and dives deep into theology.
Pakistan’s embattled comedians spin troubles into punchlines
By Reuters — August 21, 2015
Corruption, politicians, crime and culture are all regular fixtures but few punchlines mock the powerful military or religion. Pakistani law stipulates blasphemers be put to death.
Muslim Funny Fest: Using comedy to combat hate
By Julie Poucher Harbin — July 21, 2015
(RNS) The show aims to challenge misperceptions about Muslims and combat hate. It features 15 Muslim comedians, including more than a few familiar names on the marquee.
‘The Jim Gaffigan Show’ mixes comic’s humor and religion
By Kimberly Winston — June 11, 2015
(RNS) Jim and Jeannie Gaffigan, two lifelong Catholics behind "The Jim Gaffigan Show," say their faith is such a part of their lives that not including it in the show would be dishonest.
Joan Rivers’ gift: Wicked humor with a Jewish touch
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — September 4, 2014
(RNS) She made you laugh. She made you cringe. The queen of humor, who died Thursday at 81, had a distinctive bite.
Does Louis C.K. understand atheism?
By Chris Stedman — May 20, 2014
Comedian Louis C.K.'s recent comments about atheism offer atheists an opportunity to clear the air on what we actually believe.
Nonreligious comedian tries to understand faith: An interview with Zach Anner
By Chris Stedman — February 4, 2014
Host of the popular SoulPancake web series 'Have a Little Faith' talks to RNS about his religious upbringing, what he learned about love from a gay Quaker, and trying to understand faith as a nonreligious comedian.
Meet the comedians behind “Atheist Mingle”
By Chris Stedman — December 12, 2013
Christian dating website ChristianMingle.com has been the butt of many, many jokes over the years. (Just one example: the “Gay Christian Mingle“ parody video.) In spite of that—or perhaps in part because of it—the website is also extremely active. But what about atheists looking for love? It seems there are a few atheist dating websites, though after […]
Video: The Muslims are Coming! Trailer
By Sally Morrow — September 13, 2013
"Muslim stand-up comedy is nothing new. But what makes “The Muslims Are Coming” different is that it portrays what happens when a troupe of comedians performs before red state Americans in such places as Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Arizona, Utah and Idaho."
Can bubbas love Muslims? A new documentary tries
By Omar Sacirbey — September 12, 2013
(RNS) Muslim stand-up comedy is nothing new. But what makes “The Muslims Are Coming” different is that it portrays what happens when a troupe of comedians performs before red state Americans.
Atheists find holiday refuge in Ha Ha Heathens comedy show
By Kimberly Winston — December 13, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO (RNS) It’s just another night of stand-up comedy at the Punch Line as Jesus takes the microphone. It's "Holiday Heathens,'' a December comedy show featuring humor poking fun at religion, written by atheists for atheists. By Kimberly Winston.
Sultans of Satire aims to bridge gaps with Muslims, Arabs through comedy
By Megan Sweas — October 30, 2012
LOS ANGELES (RNS) The Sultans of Satire stand-up comedy show aims to challenge stereotypes and sensitivities about Muslims and Arabs while bringing people together through a few laughs -- even though much of the material couldn't be printed by a family-friendly newspaper. By Megan Sweas.
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