For a few years now, the Austin comedy scene has been dominated by a new ecosystem led by Joe Rogan and Tony Hinchcliffe. The city is now nationally known as a haven for their style of “say whatever shitty thing you want, it doesn’t even need a punchline” comedy. For these guys (and their disciples […]
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Yee-Ha-Ha-Ha: How Austin Made Texas a Comedy Powerhouse
On a mild September Friday night in Spicewood, hundreds of Hill Country residents flocked to Angel’s Icehouse’s first-ever comedy night. Headliner Darius Bennett stepped onto the outdoor stage of the venue, which is known for its spectacular views, live music, and, on this night, lots of kids. Much to his surprise, Bennett, a regular at […]
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The Racist Trump Rally Comic Is Even Worse Than You Think
Guess people were right, Californians really are ruining Texas. Comedian and recent Austin transplant Tony Hinchcliffe’s stupid, racist attempt at “jokes” on Sunday at a rally for former President Trump may have freshly alienated some entirely new voters ahead of next week’s election. At the rally in Madison Square Garden in New York, Hinchcliffe opened […]