How Stand-Up Got Its Name
from The Gist Hosted by Peach Fish Productions
On The Gist, historian Kliph Nesteroff shares a few favorite tales from comedy's mobster past. He's the author of The Comedians: Drunks, Thieves, Scoundrels, and the History of American Comedy. For the Spiel, the ordinary American focus group participant. Today's sponsors: Stamps.com, where you can buy and print official U.S. postage right from your desk using your own computer and printer. Berries. Fresh berries dipped in chocolate, starting at just $19.99 are a great last-minute gift and double your berries for just $10. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at slate.com/gistplus.
Embed this episode
No transcript yet.