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On meaning

By Anonymous metacomedian - December 30th, 2009
Comedian: 
Gallagher

To me, as a visual artist, everything that’s in the picture should have meaning—what does a stool and a bottle of water mean?

Analysis: 
Gallagher plausibly realizes that every element of an audio/visual performance can be manipulated by an artist to enhance comedic value.
Year: 
2009
Location: 
The AV Club By David Wolinsky December 29, 2009 http://www.avclub.com/articles/gallagher,36622/

On swearing / cursing

By admin - December 29th, 2009
Comedian: 
Jim Gaffigan

I curse in everyday life, but usually when I stub my toe. The topics I'm discussing, it's not necessary to curse. I found [cursing] is a sign that a joke is not finished or well-written.

Relevant quote:
Not that I don't think irreverent humor and someone being filthy is funny, I just do what I do. Any comedian would admit throwing an f-bomb in there would help get a reaction. ... I'm not on a Puritanical pursuit, but when I would curse in a joke, I believe I'm not done writing it.

Analysis: 
Jim Gaffigan finds value in folding swear words more abstractly into more widely acceptable prose ("comedy").
Year: 
2007
Location: 
Michael McIntyre (February 9, 2007) "He's bringing home the bacon, from clubs to Super Bowl ads", The Plain Dealer, p. 30.
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