Joke A Whenever Blog

Will robots write jokes? will we attend comedy clubs in the Metaverse? Speculating on the next 50 years of laughter.

TikTok and Instagram Reels have changed the game. How to adapt your comedy for the algorithm.

Podcasts have replaced the sitcom as the comedian's main vehicle. How does humor translate to the ear?

How do you write a sketch like 'Key & Peele' or 'SNL'? It's all about finding 'The Game'.

Thinking of taking the stage? Here is what to expect at your first open mic night, from the sign-up sheet to the two-drink minimum.

Writer's block? Try these 5 daily exercises to generate joke premises and sharpen your wit.

It happens to everyone. The joke falls flat. The room is silent. Here is how to survive bombing without quitting.

Every comedian starts by imitating their heroes. How do you stop being a clone and find your unique comedic persona?

Volume, speed, and body language. Learn the physical skills needed to sell a joke on stage or at a party.

You don't need to be born funny. Joke writing is a craft with rules and structures. Here is how to write your first tight five.

Yes, And. The two words that built an empire. How Improvisational Comedy works without a script.

Why do we watch 'The Office' or 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' through our fingers? Exploring the masochistic joy of Cringe Comedy.

Steven Wright, Mitch Hedberg, Aubrey Plaza. Why is it funnier when the comedian looks bored?

From Dali to The Mighty Boosh, surreal humor rejects logic entirely. Why is randomness funny?

Jerry Seinfeld made a billion dollars pointing out things we all see but never say. A guide to the art of Observational Comedy.

Making fun of yourself is the quickest way to win over a crowd. Why self-deprecation is the ultimate social hack.

John Dennis called the pun 'the lowest form of wit.' We respectfully disagree. Here is why wordplay is actually a sign of genius.

From Chaplin to Jackass, watching people get hurt (safely) has always been funny. Why is physical comedy the only genre that translates globally?

Hi Hungry, I'm Dad. Why do we love (and hate) Dad Jokes? We explore the psychology of the groaner.

Is it okay to laugh at death? Psychologists say yes. 'Gallows humor' is a sign of high intelligence and emotional resilience.

Alanis Morissette got it wrong. Rain on your wedding day isn't ironic; it's just unfortunate. We clarify the difference between Irony and Sarcasm.

We only roast the ones we love. Discover the history of the Roast, from the Friars Club to Justin Bieber.

What happens when the audience talks back? Learn how comedians handle hecklers and turn interruptions into gold.

From Lenny Bruce's arrests to George Carlin's Supreme Court case, trace the battle for the right to swear on stage.

Why is 'The Aristocrats' funny? Why did Norm Macdonald tell long, boring stories? Welcome to the confusing world of Anti-Humor.

From British seaside postcards to 'The Office''s 'That's What She Said', the Double Entendre is the art of saying one thing and meaning another.

You can ruin the best joke in the world by telling it too fast. We break down the science of the 'beat' and why silence is funny.

Why is it so satisfying when a comedian references a joke from 30 minutes ago? Exploring the power of the Callback and the Brick Joke.

Every joke has two parts: the Setup and the Punchline. Learn how to construct them to maximize the element of surprise.

An Englishman, an Irishman, and a Scotsman walk into a bar... Why are there always three? Uncover the mathematical secret of comedy structure.

The internet changed how we joke. We trace the evolution from 'Dancing Baby' GIFs and Chuck Norris facts to the surrealist speed of Gen Z TikToks.

From Johnny Carson to Stephen Colbert, the Late Night Host has become America's comedian-in-chief. How did this format take over television?

Why is British humor so different? Explore the surrealism of Monty Python and the awkward realism of The Office that conquered the world.

Satire is the art of roasting reality to improve it. Trace the history of fake news and political mockery from Ancient Rome to modern digitalization.

From 'I Love Lucy' to 'Ted Lasso', the Situation Comedy has reflected our changing lives. How has the format evolved over 70 years?

Before Netflix specials, there was Vaudeville. Discover the chaotic variety shows of the late 19th century that gave birth to slapstick, one-liners, and stand-up comedy.

To be funny, or not to be funny? William Shakespeare invented thousands of words and mastered the art of the pun, shaping how we joke today.

The medieval Court Jester wasn't just a clown. He was often the only person allowed to tell the King the truth—as long as he made it funny.

From the biting satire of Aristophanes to 'The Philogelos' (the world's first joke book), the Ancient Greeks laid the foundation for modern comedy.

Think toilet humor is modern? Think again. The world's oldest recorded joke dates back to 1900 BC, and it's about... flatulence.

Can you fake it 'til you make it? We investigate Laughter Yoga, a practice that uses voluntary laughter to trigger real health benefits.

Is it possible to completely lack a sense of humor? We explore Gelotophobia—the intense fear of being laughed at—and its impact on social life.

Comedy isn't magic; it's neurology. Let's trace the path of a joke through the Frontal Lobe, the Amygdala, and the Reward Center.

Why do we laugh at funerals? Or after a scary movie scene? Discover the Relief Theory, which suggests laughter is a way to purge nervous energy.

Why is tickling funny? Why are some jokes offensive while others are hilarious? The Benign Violation Theory explains the thin line between funny and scary.

Why is a pun funny? Why do we laugh when someone trips? Explore the most widely accepted theory of humor: Incongruity Theory.

Laughter is contagious. Discover why we are 30 times more likely to laugh when we are with others and how it strengthens social bonds.

Why do we joke about tragedy? Explore Sigmund Freud's theory on how humor protects our ego and serves as a psychological shield.

What happens to your body when you laugh? From boosting immunity to burning calories, let's explore the biology of a belly laugh.

Discover the evolutionary reasons behind why humans developed the ability to laugh and how it helped our ancestors survive.