The History of Sketch Comedy
A Journey Through the Art and Craft of Humor
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Authors Keegan-Michael Key and Elle Key build on the popularity of their 2022 Webby Award-winning podcast and delve deeper into the world of sketch, helped along with new essays created expressly for the book by comedy greats.
The History of Sketch Comedy will appeal to all kinds of comedy fans as well as fans of Keegan-Michael Key, whether they know him from his Emmy and Peabody-winning work on Key & Peele; his roles in Fargo, The Prom, Schmigadoon!, The Bubble, and Wonka; voiceover work in The Lion King; or as President Barack Obama's anger translator, Luther.
With epic personal tangents and hilarious asides, the Keys take you on an illuminating journey through all facets of comedy from the stock characters of commedia del arte in the 16th century, to the rise of vaudeville and burlesque, the golden age of television comedy, the influence of the most well-known comedy schools, and the ascension of comedy films and TV specials—all the way through to a look at the future of sketch on social media platforms. Along the way, we hear tales of Keegan's childhood, his comedy influences, and the vicissitudes of his career path. As the New York Times said in its review of their podcast, "this comedy nerd history is filtered through memoir, with Key relating stories of his budding fandom, training and rise from improv comic to television sketch artist."
Part memoir, part masterclass, and hilariously embellished with priceless commentary, The History of Sketch Comedy highlights the essential building blocks of sketch comedy while interweaving Keegan's personal career journey and the influence of his comedy heroes. The text includes exclusive essays compiled from conversations with influential performers, sketch writers, and uber comedy fans including Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, Jordan Peele, and many more. This book is as entertaining as it is enlightening—a must-hear for fans of comedy and all who aspire to comic greatness.
Expanding the hit podcast: With content from the number one trending, NAACP-award-nominated and Webby-Award-winning Audible podcast, and featuring new-for-the-book material as well as never-before-heard stories and essays, this book will be a hit for newcomers and avid listeners of the podcast alike.
Master of the medium: Keegan-Michael Key is a bona fide maestro of comedy, with the chops, experience, and love for the history of the medium that make him the perfect expert on all things sketch. As co-writer Elle Key likes to say, "If Keegan-Michael Key was a guest lecturer at NYU teaching a course called 'The History of Sketch Comedy,' it would be a very popular class."
Exclusive essays: Keegan and Elle interviewed more than a dozen comedy legends exclusively for this book and got their takes on topics ranging from the influence of Saturday Night Live, to women in comedy, to the mathematics of sketch. Hear, in their own words, from Mel Brooks, Mike Myers, Jordan Peele, Julia-Louis Dreyfus, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Stephen Colbert, Carol Burnett, Chris Rock, Bob Odenkirk, Mike Birbiglia, Matt Lucas, Ken Jeong, Christopher Guest, Gary Oldman, Kevin Nealon, Laraine Newman, and Jim Carrey.
Giftable volume of comedy gold: The perfect gift for comedy fans of all ages as well as anyone aspiring to write, perform, or produce comedic art.
Perfect for:
- Comedy lovers of all kinds
- Fans of Key & Peele
- Fans of improv, sketch, stand-up, and shows like SNL, MadTV, Monty Python, and Mr. Show
- Gift giving or self-purchase for established and aspiring comedians
- Fans of such best sellers as Bossypants, Yes Please, Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?, Born Standing Up, and Comedy Comedy Comedy Drama
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Humpback whales are among the most intelligent animals on Earth. Some scientists believe they might even surpass humans in self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills. In this episode, we swim with a whale as he teams up with other humpbacks to use bubbles to catch fish, rescues a sea lion, and puts his own spin on melodies sung by whales across the Pacific Ocean. This is the world in its natural state, defined by seasons, routines, and cycles. By the time this whale is ready to close one eye and go to sleep, you will be too.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Awesome
- De Zach en 03-27-25
De: Mumble Media, y otros
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My Friend Norm
- De: Fred Stoller
- Narrado por: Fred Stoller
- Duración: 1 h y 8 m
- Versión completa
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General5 out of 5 stars 16
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 15
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 15
My Seinfeld Year, and Five Minutes to Kill author Fred Stoller returns describing his complicated friendship with the comedy legend, Norm Macdonald. When comic actor, Fred Stoller appeared on Norm Macdonald’s video podcast, Norm MacDonald Live, many commented that Norm seemed to care about Fred, and had quite a fondness for him. And some noted Norm seemed like he was being a bully. Both those assessments may have been correct at different times. That’s what made their friendship so complicated.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Heartfelt tribute to a dear friend
- De John A. Piscitelli en 04-14-25
De: Fred Stoller
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Captured
- The Secret Behind Silicon Valley’s AI Takeover
- De: Christopher Wylie, Isobel Cockerell, Becky Lipscombe
- Narrado por: Christopher Wylie, Isobel Cockerell
- Duración: 3 h y 26 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 76
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 75
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 75
AI has become the new religion. Are we going to follow it? Do we even have a choice? Or have the tech evangelists captured our future? Join Christopher Wylie and Coda Story’s Isobel Cockerell as they journey from exclusive crypto parties in Dubai, to the slums of Kenya where thousands of hidden workers are training AI models, to the hacker palaces of San Francisco where tech’s true believers talk about merging computers with our brains.
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5 out of 5 stars
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objective journalism!
- De H. en 04-08-25
De: Christopher Wylie, y otros
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Disney Classic Stories: Coco
- De: Adrian Molina
- Narrado por: Disney Publishing Worldwide
- Duración: 5 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 24
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 24
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 24
Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Lil’ too short
- De Jake G en 04-21-25
De: Adrian Molina
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Sugarland
- De: Tom Fontana
- Narrado por: Dean Winters, Mark Ryder, Fern Cozine, y otros
- Duración: 4 h y 6 m
- Grabación Original
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General4 out of 5 stars 717
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 705
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Historia4 out of 5 stars 705
Sometimes the darkest mysteries are homegrown. When Zephyr Nelson returns home to look after her ailing mother, she discovers that her younger brother, Cotter, has become obsessed with a malevolent influencer on a mysterious voice app. Just as a series of puzzling deaths begin plaguing their small town of Sugarland. With the help of her college best friend and occasional lover, Teddy, Zephyr unravels truths about Sugarland that are impossible for her to accept ...
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3 out of 5 stars
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Decent thriller, but too much weird sexual stuff
- De Aimee Safford en 04-03-25
De: Tom Fontana
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Amber the Cursed Berserker: Book 1
- A LitRPG Adventure
- De: V.A. Lewis, Azrie
- Narrado por: Tara Sands
- Duración: 17 h y 39 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 354
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 337
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 337
Without any warning, Amber is transported from her dingy student apartment to a fantastical realm with magic, monsters, and a universal System. However, even though she is forcibly ripped from her home and thrust into a dangerous new life, for the first time ever, she finally feels free. There are no cheats for her. There are no gods to guide her, and some would even laugh in her face. But the pain, the hardships, and the challenges only give her strength. As the first Cursed Berserker seen in over a hundred years, Amber welcomes the world of Vir with a smile on her face.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Tripped and fell in the second half
- De Anonymous User en 04-24-25
De: V.A. Lewis, y otros
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The Sleeping World: Singing with a Humpback Whale
- De: Mumble Media, Audible Sleep
- Narrado por: Cynthia Kimola
- Duración: 54 m
- Grabación Original
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General5 out of 5 stars 174
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 171
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 171
Humpback whales are among the most intelligent animals on Earth. Some scientists believe they might even surpass humans in self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills. In this episode, we swim with a whale as he teams up with other humpbacks to use bubbles to catch fish, rescues a sea lion, and puts his own spin on melodies sung by whales across the Pacific Ocean. This is the world in its natural state, defined by seasons, routines, and cycles. By the time this whale is ready to close one eye and go to sleep, you will be too.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Awesome
- De Zach en 03-27-25
De: Mumble Media, y otros
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My Friend Norm
- De: Fred Stoller
- Narrado por: Fred Stoller
- Duración: 1 h y 8 m
- Versión completa
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General5 out of 5 stars 16
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 15
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 15
My Seinfeld Year, and Five Minutes to Kill author Fred Stoller returns describing his complicated friendship with the comedy legend, Norm Macdonald. When comic actor, Fred Stoller appeared on Norm Macdonald’s video podcast, Norm MacDonald Live, many commented that Norm seemed to care about Fred, and had quite a fondness for him. And some noted Norm seemed like he was being a bully. Both those assessments may have been correct at different times. That’s what made their friendship so complicated.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Heartfelt tribute to a dear friend
- De John A. Piscitelli en 04-14-25
De: Fred Stoller
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Aren't We Lucky
- De: Sarah Forbes Stewart
- Narrado por: Nicola Coughlan
- Duración: 7 h y 33 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 354
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 349
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 349
Life’s not going well for forty-year-old Abby. When her beautiful and charismatic best friend dies suddenly, she’s left reeling. Hetty’s always been such a dominant force in her life; now Abby must figure out who she is – and who she wants to be – without Hetty by her side. Abby has always been the odd one out in Hetty’s wealthy, privileged friendship group. Despite their differences, Abby has managed to carve out a place for herself. But Hetty isn’t an easy friend to have. She blows hot and cold, alternating between fierce loyalty and unwarranted cruelty.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Glad I stuck with it.
- De Bradley Perkins en 04-08-25
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Chasing the Sound
- De: Kirk Flash
- Narrado por: Kirk Flash
- Duración: 2 h y 52 m
- Grabación Original
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General5 out of 5 stars 11
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 11
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 11
Ever thought about all the incredible stories hiding in your favorite tracks? Chasing the Sound is the new Audible series from writer, actor and prolific question-asker Kirk Flash, who’s taking listeners all around the globe on a mission to uncover the secrets, misconceptions, and debates buried in some of the world's most iconic music genres.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Impressive breadth and depth of coverage.
- De Bruce en 04-19-25
De: Kirk Flash
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I'm Dying Up Here
- Heartbreak and High Times in Standup Comedy's Golden Era
- De: William Knoedelseder
- Narrado por: William Dufris
- Duración: 8 h y 19 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 312
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 260
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 261
I'm Dying Up Here chronicles the collective coming of age of the standup comedians who defined American humor during the past three decades. Born early in the Baby Boom, they grew up watching The Tonight Show, went to school during Vietnam and Watergate, migrated en masse to Los Angeles in the mid-1970s, and created an artistic community unlike any before or since. They were arguably the funniest people of their generation, living in a late-night world of sex, drugs, dreams, and laughter.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Nails on a chalkboard narration.
- De DB en 03-15-18
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Hit Singles
- De: Octavia Bray, Sarah Shachat, Gabriel Urbina, y otros
- Narrado por: Evangeline Young, full cast
- Duración: 5 h y 39 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 152
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 147
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 147
When struggling DJ Faith Adler comes to couch surf with her best friend Tori in NYC, she finds herself drawn into the world of Tori's eclectic friend group. Right from her chaotic first night, Faith's new friends take her under their wing and help her navigate the ups and downs of trying to make it as an artist in the big city. There's Tori, the bubbly one; Ginah, the high-strung but loyal one; Matt, the flirtatious one; and David, the cynical one.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Amazing characterization!
- De Jillian Ruben en 04-12-25
De: Octavia Bray, y otros
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The Weirdies
- De: Michael Buckley
- Narrado por: Kate Winslet
- Duración: 1 h y 43 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 4,475
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 4,028
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 4,006
If you’re a fan of A Series of Unfortunate Events, Edward Scissorhands, or the darkest bits of Roald Dahl, the Weirdie triplets - Barnacle, Garlic, and Melancholy - will feel like old friends. After being left behind when the entire estate of Deadeye Manor is packed up for a doomed vacation cruise, the triplets have to learn how to fend for themselves.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Hysterical and dark!!!
- De Bookchick en 11-19-20
De: Michael Buckley
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The Twisted Women's Book Club
- De: Karin Slaughter, Lee Child, B.A. Paris, y otros
- Narrado por: January LaVoy, Andi Arndt, Saskia Maarleveld, y otros
- Duración: 10 h y 49 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 895
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 879
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 879
Dr. Margaret Richter has it all. She’s rich, thanks to her best-selling self-help books. She has a beautiful home in Cape Cod overlooking the beach. And she has a monthly book club that everyone is dying to get invited to. Literally. Because behind the crystal wine glasses, the fine linens and the catered hors d'oeuvres lies a tangled web of secrets, of deceit, of murder. No member of the book club is innocent—and many are guilty. And the person with the most to hide is Margaret Richter herself.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Hang in there … it gets better
- De JulesJules en 04-14-25
De: Karin Slaughter, y otros
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Strategic Love Play
- De: Miriam Battye
- Narrado por: Heléne Yorke, Michael Zegen
- Duración: 1 h y 1 m
- Grabación Original
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General3.5 out of 5 stars 54
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Narración:4 out of 5 stars 53
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Historia3.5 out of 5 stars 53
After matching online, two strangers—played by Heléne Yorke (The Other Two) and Michael Zegen (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)—meet in real life. The vibe is off, and the conversation is a mess. Yet something is keeping them in their seats. What begins as a typical date off the apps spirals into something unexpected.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Hated It
- De TurquoiseRainbow en 04-12-25
De: Miriam Battye
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Dragon Day
- De: Bob Proehl
- Narrado por: Hayley Atwell, Michael Chiklis, Aldis Hodge, y otros
- Duración: 6 h y 29 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 2,123
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 2,069
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 2,069
Compiled by intrepid journalist Neve Pride, this archive of recordings spans the months after dragons emerged on earth, chronicling the communities that sprang up amid the destruction, the scientists, military leaders, and experts searching for a defense, and those steadfastly seeking the missing. Neve and her young daughter Bex travel among the wreckage speaking to those left behind and surviving, against all odds. Neve records everything for history, and in the hopes of locating a clue as to where the dragons came from and how one might stop them.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Not worth listening even as free book
- De Amazon Customer en 04-01-25
De: Bob Proehl
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Adnan's Story
- The Search for Truth and Justice After Serial
- De: Rabia Chaudry
- Narrado por: Rabia Chaudry
- Duración: 14 h y 30 m
- Versión completa
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General5 out of 5 stars 6,534
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 5,966
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 5,937
In early 2000, Adnan Syed was convicted and sentenced to life plus thirty years for the murder of his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee, a high school senior in Baltimore, Maryland. Syed has maintained his innocence, and Rabia Chaudry, a family friend, has always believed him. By 2013, after almost all appeals had been exhausted, Rabia contacted Sarah Koenig, a producer at This American Life, in hopes of finding a journalist who could shed light on Adnan’s story. In 2014, Koenig's investigation turned into Serial, a Peabody Award-winning podcast with more than 500 million international listeners.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Fascinating. Heartbreaking. Informative.
- De Angela en 08-11-16
De: Rabia Chaudry
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Eternally Electric
- The Message in My Music
- De: Debbie Gibson
- Narrado por: Debbie Gibson
- Duración: 8 h
- Versión completa
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General0 out of 5 stars 0
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Anxiety, depression, financial struggles, illness—Debbie writes candidly about these and other challenges, and how she ultimately redesigned her life to overcome them. This is the story of her not only surviving, but thriving: returning to her musical roots, releasing new albums, going back out on tour, and living the best version of her authentic self to remain…Eternally Electric!
De: Debbie Gibson
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Otherworldly
- De: Lee Bacon
- Narrado por: Mark Sanderlin, Michael Crouch, Amanda Turen, y otros
- Duración: 2 h y 53 m
- Grabación Original
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 91
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 90
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 90
Mark and Levi’s podcast takes a turn when a spaceship crashes in the backyard, and along with Levi’s older sister Brooke, they make contact with an extraterrestrial—a furry, purple creature they name Sky who was separated from the rest of her crew during an intergalactic mission. If she doesn’t make contact with them soon, she’ll never see her home again. Unfortunately, the kids aren’t the only ones who know about the alien’s arrival on Earth. A group of mysterious adults in black suits have begun following them. They’ve kidnapped Brooke’s boyfriend, Gavin, with Sky as ransom.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Middle School kids creating a podcast and discovering an alien.
- De proofreader en 04-21-25
De: Lee Bacon
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The Honeymoon
- De: Jane E. James
- Narrado por: Rose Robinson, Sean Burke, Leena Makoff, y otros
- Duración: 7 h y 45 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 1,006
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 989
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Historia4 out of 5 stars 989
Timothy and Jonah, wealthy entrepreneurs with a spoiled son, hide sins from their past—one involving a death on a cruise, the other a crime in Bali. Nathan and Samantha, the hot ex-nanny turned trophy wife, grapple with infertility and a shocking paternity secret. Bartosz and Angelika (he’s a chef, she’s a former sex worker) carry debts to the other couples they don’t even realize they owe. Over fourteen days, the couples bond—but their pasts are too deeply intertwined to stay hidden. The sly concierge, Putu, knows more than he lets on.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Poor end
- De Amazon Devotee en 04-07-25
De: Jane E. James
Lo que los oyentes dicen sobre The History of Sketch Comedy
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Total5 out of 5 stars
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- RB, a Reader from Low Country
- 04-13-25
What genius looks like when it is worn lightly like it's easy or something
The genius of the writing, the incredible insight into comedy, the sheer intelligence shown in the analysis, and the pitch perfect performance of the book
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- Carolyn
- 04-18-25
Sketch Comedy by two of the best creators of Sketch Comedy
The author manages to explain many examples and types of humor related to sketch comedy, without draining the humor from it. It was interesting, and witty, and I loved every moment of the book. I heartily recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about sketch humor while laughing all the way through.
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