Why Am I Laughing?

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about the action-adventure stoner-comedy, Pineapple Express! So go find your weed dealer, stock up on fruit roll ups, and run for your lives. ***Please don’t smoke and drive***4:04 - Netflix: Brian Regan gets stand up special!6:08 - Television: Hulu orders new show from Sarah Silverman, “I Love You, America” and Rick and Morty Season 3 Premieres!12:31 - Pineapple Express (A Brief History)14:44 - Why is Pineapple Express Funny?45:55 - Ben’s Wacky Facts52:10 - #WAILMAILoftheWeek58:10 - Patreon Launch! patreon.com/WAILpodWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or Ge

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Rick and Morty, the animated sci-fi sitcom for geeks and comedy nerds alike! So grab your portal gun, avoid the Galactic Federation, and get ready for a multi-dimensional adventure: this is the schwiftiest podcast around.3:20 - Netflix: Adam Sandler gets four more films!6:27 - Television: Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler on The Handmade Project and Rick and Morty Season 3 rumors! (We had no idea the first episode would air shortly after we recorded)11:30 - Rick and Morty (A Brief History)14:34 - Why is Rick and Morty Funny?44:55 - Ben’s Wacky Facts53:45 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazi

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Cosmo Kramer! The loathsome, offensive brute gets his own character study this week! So grab your Coffee Table Book, light up a Cuban cigar, and burst right through the front door; this podcast is feelin’ good all the time.5:10 - Netflix: Dave Chapelle Special, good! Kevin James Special, good?8:10 - Television: New AARP production studio launching new Don Rickles show!11:01 - Cosmo Kramer (A Brief History)12:58 - Why is Cosmo Kramer Funny?39:40 - Ben’s Wacky Facts46:39 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Bill Murray; the man, the myth, the legend, (also prolific comedic actor). So grab your proton pack, hop aboard the Belafonte, and head to Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania; this podcast’s only regret is Garfield, maybe.2:22 - Netflix: Tracy Morgan’s new standup special “Stayin Alive” coming in May!3:56 - Television: Crashing renewed for Second Season and CBS green-lighting a Big Bang Theory spinoff show.8:10 - Bill Murray (A Brief History)9:48 - Why is Bill Murray Funny?47:10 - Ben’s Wacky Facts54:47 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Ferris Bueller’s Day Off; the 1986 cult classic about America’s spirit animal. So lie to your parents, steal a Ferrari, and hijack your local parade float; all donations to this podcast will go towards the Save Ferris fund.2:09 - Netflix: Amy Schumer’s The Leather Special now streaming.4:14 - Box Office: Rough Night trailer drop!6:14 - TV: Netflix looking into “Choose Your Own Adventure” style of programming. 8:11 - Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (A Brief History)9:40 - Why is Ferris Bueller Funny?47:09 - Ben’s Wacky Facts53:38 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Bob’s Burgers; the animated sitcom that serves it jokes WELL DONE. So grab your Casio keyboard and farting megaphone, and head on down to your favorite burger joint; this podcast will give you dinner and a show.1:37 - Mike Birbiglia: Thank God For Jokes.4:10 - Television: Jim Jeffries new show and SNL Weekend Update could be a standalone show!12:18 -Bob’s Burgers (A Brief History)14:42 - Why is Bob’s Burgers Funny?43:06 - Ben’s Wacky Facts53:18 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com Electric Love (Thomas Edison Musical

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Shaun of the Dead! The head-busting thriller-comedy that keeps us coming back for more! So grab your cricket bat, get your disposable camera, and head to the Winchester; this podcast isn't dead yet!2:40 -Netflix: Trevor Noah’s new standup special Afraid of the Dark and Louis CK has two new specials on the way!9:30 -Shaun of the Dead (A Brief History)12:14 - Why is Shaun of the Dead Funny?45:28 - Ben’s Wacky Facts53:05 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Offensive Comedy! Are there types of jokes you can’t say? Is anything off limits? How far is too far? So grab your headphones, make sure you aren’t at work, and whatever you do, don’t laugh. Spoiler Alert: This podcast will offend you. 2:30 - Netflix: Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Season 33:54 - Box Office: The House Trailer and The Last Laugh trailer drop 9:33 - Offensive Comedy Categories 35:55 - When is offensive comedy funny?46:56 - Ben’s Wacky Facts55:22 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com Don Rickles: https://www.

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Amy Poehler, the deadly comedian who slays crowds with her delivery and wit. So put on your pant suit and hop on down to Pawnee, Indiana; this podcast only has one leg. Jealous?!?!1:35 - HBO: Crashing Premiere and Girls Season 6 Premiere!2:29 - Stand Up: Patton Oswalt's “Talking for Clapping” wins Grammy!2:58 - Netflix: Grace and Frankie Season 3 premieres next month!5:00 - Television: NBC orders 3 pilots from Mindy Kaling, Tina Fey, and Bill Lawrence!8:38 - Amy Poehler (A Brief History)11:51 - Why is Amy Poehler Funny?37:16 - Ben’s Wacky Facts46:34 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other am

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Dodgeball, the ridiculous sports comedy that rivals the World Cup, World Series, and World War II combined! So dodge some wrenches, head to Vegas, and get ready to win $50,000; this podcast is now airing on ESPN 8 “The Ocho”.1:49 - Films: Ben Stiller and Workaholics gang working on “Eggplant Emoji”.4:30 - Television: Amy Poehler creating sitcom starring Carol Burnett.8:40 - Dodgeball (A Brief History)11:57 - Why is Dodgeball Funny?37:45 - Ben’s Wacky Facts44:20 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: www.podtyrant.com “Frat Pack” Wikipedia Page:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frat_Pack

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Michael Scott! This character study goes deep into the mind of television's best/worst boss and all his ridiculous antics. So hop in your Sebring, burn your foot on a George Foreman grill, and get ready to host the Dundies; this podcast will be extremely uncomfortable but you will thank us later. (That’s what she said)2:03 - Shows: Jim Belushi Improv at the Irvine Comedy Club4:26 - Television: Arrested Development Season 5 Rumors!8:09 - Michael Scott (A Brief History)9:52 - Why is Michael Scott Funny?31:30 - #WAILMAILoftheWeek32:09 - Ben’s Wacky FactsWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Monty Python and The Holy Grail; the legendary comedy that is undoubtedly one of the funniest movies of all time. So grab your coconut halves, bring out your dead, don’t forget the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow; this podcast farts in your general direction. 1:50 - Netflix: Jerry Seinfeld signed on for MEGA DEAL4:57 - Television: Life on The Road aka The Return of David Brent from The Office UK7:53 - Monty Python and The Holy Grail (A Brief History)10:53 - Why is Monty Python and The Holy Grail Funny?43:00 - Ben’s Wacky Facts49:48 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Jim Gaffigan; he’s pale, he’s lazy, he’s the standup comedian who will make you laugh til it hurts. So grab your hot pockets and lather up your SPF 5000: this podcast is beyond the pale.1:31 - Movies: Dying Laughing, standup documentary.3:00 - Stand-Up Specials: Pete Holmes, Faces and Sounds. Jim Gaffigan, Cinco.6:43 - Jim Gaffigan (A Brief History)8:39 - Why is Jim Gaffigan Funny?35:20 - Ben’s Wacky Facts40:20 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com Dying Laughing Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugX0IvKtsJU Com

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben has full creative control over the weekly topic and things get wacky. Grab some birthday cake, get one of those birthday-kazoo-whistle thingys and strap in for a very ridiculous episode, this podcast is painfully silly. 2:38 -Television: Conan could be a once a week show. 7:06 - Internetz: Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee with Kristen Wiig (Link Below) 10:27 - Birthday Topic (A Brief History) 33:33 - Why is Nostalgia Funny? Are we all impervious to rose colored glasses? 38:55 - Ben’s Wacky Facts 44:45 - #RjsBensBirthdayQuestions Want us to read your email on next week's show? Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3P Check out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Pod

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Improvisational Comedy! Improv is basically just a fancy way of saying “making it up on the spot”. So set your brain to shuffle and trust your instincts: this podcast doesn’t think twice. 1:17 - Netflix: Garfunkel and Oates: Trying to Be Special and Gabriel Iglesias: I’m Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry 4:10 - Television: Felicity Jones will host SNL on Jan 14th! 8:15 - Improvisational Comedy 8:58 - Why is Improv Funny? 11:00 - Brief History of Improv 14:01 - 10 Rules of Improv 29:10 - Neuroscience and Improv 30:52 - Improv Games 37:24 - Ben’s Wacky Facts 45:50 - #WAILMAILoftheWeek Want us to read your email on next week's show? Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant:

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about the Top 5 and Bottom 5 Comedies of 2016! We did the research for you and sifted through all the passable worthless films to give you only films that will make you cry tears of laughter or tears of pure anger. 3:07 - Top 5 Comedies of 2016 4:35 - Deadpool 14:00 - PopStar: Never Stop Never Stop Stopping 18:55 - Don’t Think Twice 22:30 - Hail Caesar 26:10 - Nice Guys 36:15 - Bottom 5 Comedies of 2016 Want us to read your email on next week's show? Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3P Check out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at Podtyrant.com or GeekTyrant.com

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about National Lampoon’s: Christmas Vacation; the 1989 christmas comedy that has found it’s way into the club of Christmas Classics. So chop down a tree, invite your whole family over, and subscribe to the jelly of the month club, this podcast is anything but a vacation.1:15 - Standup Comedy: Grammy Nominations for the comedy albums of Patton Oswalt, Tig Notaro, Margaret Cho, Amy Schumer, and David Cross! 2:20 - Musicals: Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig developing a musical about musicals!4:50 - National Lampoon’s: Christmas Vacation (A Brief History)7:34 - Why is Christmas Vacation Funny?40:35 - Ben’s Wacky Facts45:57 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about Scrubs; the medical-comedy-drama-tv show! So get your PhD and scooter on over to Sacred Heart Hospital; this podcast might be the best daydream you have all day.0:48 - WAIL Pod iTunes Rating T-Shirt Giveaway 2016 Spectacular2:38 - Award News: Deadpool and Ryan Reynolds win Critic’s Choice Award, nominated for Golden Globes! 4:12 - Television: Dave Letterman interviews Tina Fey after her acceptance of the Sherry Lansing Award!7:36 - Scrubs (A Brief History)9:13 - Why is Scrubs Funny?38:50 - Ben’s Wacky Facts45:23 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other amazing podcasts on the PodTyrant network at

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about the legendary Robin Williams. Robin is no longer with us, but his contagious comedic spirit will live on. So put on your fat suit, grab your rainbow suspenders, and stand on top of your desk; you ain't never heard a podcast like this. *Applause* 3:20 - Box Office: Potential Barbie movie starring Amy Schumer4:35 - Television: Emma Stone hosts SNL for her third time, now among the ranks of Will Ferrell, Lilly Tomlin, Martin Short, and Robin Williams.6:57 - Robin Williams (A Brief History)9:49 - Why is Robin Williams Funny?44:21 - Ben’s Wacky Facts55:05 - #WAILMAILoftheWeekWant us to read your email on next week's show?Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.comYou can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whyamilaughing/ PodTyrant: goo.gl/srVA3PCheck out other a

This week on Why Am I Laughing, Ben and RJ talk about music in comedy! Comedy and Music go hand in hand, and we get to showcase some of the most musically hilarious songs and artists of all time. So grab your saxophone and/or whoopie cushion and get ready for the silliest sing-a-long of your life. 2:01 - Netflix: Michael Che’s standup special: Michael Che Matters! Also Gilmore Girls is a thing you can watch. 6:15 - Movie News: The Nice Guys! Very Funny! Not too late to see it before your friends call you a band-waggoner 8:06 - Humor and Music/Music and Comedy/ Singing and Laughing: (A Brief History) 11:25 - Why is Music funny? 46:25 - Ben’s Wacky Facts 52:05 - #WAILMAILoftheWeek Want us to read your email on next week's show? Send your words to whyamIlaughingpod@gmail.com You can always find our podcast on: iTunes Podcast app : goo.gl/p8BOlU Google Play : goo.gl/rsldp9 Stitcher : goo.gl/mtIGvk TuneInRadio: goo.gl/XkpKdr Twitter: @WAILPod https://twitter.com/WAILPod Facebook: https://www.f