In this no-holds-barred conversation, comedians Gerard Michaels, Dave Landau, Bridget Phetasy, and Candice (Not comedian) dive deep into the changing landscape of comedy in 2024.
From the rise and fall of comedy icons like Matt Rife and Dane Cook to the delicate balance of joking about transgender athletes, nothing is off-limits.
The duo shares candid insights about marriage, the impact of social media algorithms on content creation, and the personal toll of being ostracized by the mainstream comedy community. They tackle controversial topics like gambling addiction, porn regulation, and abortion politics, all while exploring how comedy has shifted from bringing people together to becoming a battleground for cultural wars. Through personal anecdotes and raw honesty, they reveal the challenges of staying true to their comedic voices in an era of cancel culture and extreme political polarization.
An eclectic talent with a wide-ranging skill set known for his witty intellect–and frequent bouts immaturity–Gerard’s incisive mini-docs, outspoken performances and viral skits have garnered him a large and ever-growing audience.
Director of “Mafia States of America” (2021) Award of Recognition Nominee at the Hollywood Film Competition (2019) named one of “5 Artists to Watch” by Jersey City Magazine (2018) and Winner of the Atlantic City Comedy Contest. (2015)
