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Tangled in "Chelsea Lately," Tabloids & Humor over Politics (with Chris Franjola)

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Comedian Chris Franjola joins Kyle to discuss his standup tour, “Cover to Cover” podcast, and years on “Chelsea Lately.” He gets candid about the highs and lows of working on the groundbreaking late-night show and his evolution after it ended. Chris discusses comedy in the digital age, his friendship with Heather McDonald, and the importance of maintaining a balance between entertainment and political commentary. Chris also reflects on the challenges and joys of fatherhood later in life.

Chapters

  • Long Island, a hub for comedians
  • The “Chelsea Lately” years
  • Celebrity encounters
  • Neutrality amid backstage drama
  • “Juicy Scoop” and Heather McDonald friendship
  • “Cover to Cover” podcast
  • Humor over politics on stage
  • Not chasing mainstream success
  • Marriage and fatherhood later in life
  • Current tangles
  • The decency of most Americans despite loud extremes
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28 episodes

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Manage episode 503746548 series 3667241
Content provided by Kyle. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kyle or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Comedian Chris Franjola joins Kyle to discuss his standup tour, “Cover to Cover” podcast, and years on “Chelsea Lately.” He gets candid about the highs and lows of working on the groundbreaking late-night show and his evolution after it ended. Chris discusses comedy in the digital age, his friendship with Heather McDonald, and the importance of maintaining a balance between entertainment and political commentary. Chris also reflects on the challenges and joys of fatherhood later in life.

Chapters

  • Long Island, a hub for comedians
  • The “Chelsea Lately” years
  • Celebrity encounters
  • Neutrality amid backstage drama
  • “Juicy Scoop” and Heather McDonald friendship
  • “Cover to Cover” podcast
  • Humor over politics on stage
  • Not chasing mainstream success
  • Marriage and fatherhood later in life
  • Current tangles
  • The decency of most Americans despite loud extremes
  continue reading

28 episodes

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