Comedian and journalist Harmon Leon dives deep into the wild, weird, and hilarious history of comedy. Each episode explores the backstories of legendary comedians, iconic sketches, cult classics, stand-up milestones, and forgotten gems from the comedy world. From SNL to viral videos, we unpack the moments that shaped what makes us laugh. Whether you're a hardcore comedy nerd or just comedy-curious, this is your crash course in the funny business. Subscribe now and discover how comedy got to where it is today—one punchline at a time. More: harmonleon.com comedyhistory101.com
Mitch Hedberg’s Lost Cult Comedy: Los Enchiladas! with Co-Star Brian Malow
Los Enchiladas! (1999) · Jul 21, 2026
Palestine Comedy Club with Directors Regash & Charlotte Knowles
Palestine Comedy Club (2026) · May 4, 2026
Marc Maron Documentary: Are We Good? w/ Producer Julie Seabaugh
Are We Good? (2025) · Mar 13, 2026
Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! w/ Director Michael Bonfiglio
Spaceballs (1987) · Feb 2, 2026
Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! w/ Director Michael Bonfiglio
Young Frankenstein (1974) · Feb 2, 2026
Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! w/ Director Michael Bonfiglio
Blazing Saddles (1974) · Feb 2, 2026
Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! w/ Director Michael Bonfiglio
The Producers (1968) · Feb 2, 2026
Rodney Dangerfield w/ Author Michael Seth Starr
Caddyshack (1980) · Apr 24, 2025
Andy Kaufman & Thank You Very Much with Director Alex Braverman
Thank You Very Much (2025) · Apr 11, 2025
CH101 Select: Chris Farley w/ Director Brent Hodge
I Am Chris Farley (2015) · Dec 11, 2024
Gallagher w/ Director Josh Forbes
Gallagher (2024) · Nov 25, 2024
Ch101 Select: The Kids in the Hall with Paul Myers
The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks (2022) · Aug 21, 2024
When We Went MAD: A Documentary of Ecch-ic Proportions!
When We Went MAD! (2025) · Aug 14, 2024
Chris Farley w/ Director Brent Hodge
I Am Chris Farley (2015) · Mar 28, 2024
Just for Laughs with Darren Frost
Just for Laughs: Launching Pad (2009) · Mar 13, 2024
Satan Wants You with Directors Steve Adams & Sean Horlor
Satan Wants You (2023) · Oct 9, 2023
Revenge of the Nerds with Wormser aka Andrew Cassese
Revenge of the Nerds (1984) · Aug 10, 2023
The Wolf of Wall Street with Jordan Belfort
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) · Jun 15, 2023
The Kids in the Hall with Paul Myers
The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks (2022) · Jun 8, 2023
CH101 Select: Comedy After 9/11
Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11 (2021) · Jun 18, 2021
(PT 3) John Belushi: Making of the Blues Brothers
The Stories Behind the Making of 'The Blues Brothers' (1998) · Dec 21, 2020