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comedian

[kuh-mee-dee-uhn] / kəˈmi di ən /


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Talarico's conversational style and command of scripture have generated viral social media clips, while a two-hour appearance on comedian Joe Rogan's hugely popular podcast in 2025 introduced him to an audience beyond traditional Democratic circles.

From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026

Actor Paddy Considine, comedian Rob Beckett, Oasis star Noel Gallagher and darts world champion Luke Littler were among the famous faces in attendance.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

The comedian revealed two years ago that she had been bed-bound and housebound with chronic fatigue after being diagnosed with Lyme disease.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

It immediately drew attention for the pairing of Holmes and Fielder, a comedian known for his absurdist television shows “Nathan for You” and “The Rehearsal.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

He went on to become a television comedian and is still doing well.

From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers

Some comedians like to say they give their audience a “night off” from the world.

From Salon ● Oct. 16, 2026

Launched in 2009, the show was a pioneer of the long-form video-podcast format, with Rogan hosting fellow comedians, Hollywood A-listers, politicians, scientists and authors for wide-ranging conversations sometimes running over three hours.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

I’m just grateful people still come out because when you’re younger, you take it for granted, and now there are so many comedians out there, so I’m just happy to get to tour.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

As for Acaster, he's admitted the other comedians are his “biggest threat” when it comes to being detected as a traitor.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

There followed a comedians wheedling monologue, broken at last by applause, and a jolly band striking up.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan


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