From comedians George Carlin and Paula Poundstone to the Pretty Good Jokes series from A Prairie Home Companion, these audio collections are sure to keep you laughing. For more fun, check out the Car Talk collections under Public Radio.
Hilarious, sometimes raunchy tales lustily told by amateur comedians, all Jewish, all over 60. A hysterically funny celebration of Jewish language and culture. Contains explicit material.Learn More
A searing and visionary novel set in war-torn 1970s Beirut, from an author praised for his "fierce poetic originality" (Boston Globe) and "uncompromising vision" (Colm Tóibín). Learn More
by John Goblikon with Brandon Dermer & Dave Rispoli; read by John Goblikon & Nicky “Scorpion” Calonne
John Goblikon walks listeners through crucial life steps, from becoming internet famous, to getting dates with special someones, to even correct ordering techniques for the perfect meal at Chili's. Learn More
Franken trains his subversive wit directly on the contemporary political scene, earning him the nickname the "master of political humor" (Washington Post) . Learn More
The bestselling author and Emmy®-winning television star guides graduates across the uncertain seas of post-academic life. Inspired, inspiring, and laugh-out-loud funny. Learn More
A comprehensive, career-spanning collection from the groundbreaking comedy duo Bob Elliott) and Ray (Goulding) that inspired (and continues to inspire) every comedian who came after. Learn More
by Ian Doescher & Jacopo della Quercia; read by Susan Bennett, Rachel Botchan, Eliza Foss, Christopher Gebauer, Johnny Heller, Brian Hutchison, Jennifer O’Donnell, Thomas Picasso, Jonathan Todd Ross, T Ryder Smith, Henry Strozier, Jaine Ye, and Adam Grupp
For listeners craving a humorous antidote to the sound and the fury of American politics, this clever satire, written in iambic pentameter in the style of Shakespeare, wittily fictionalizes the events of the first two years of the Trump administration. Learn More
by John Dietsch; foreword by Paul VanDevelder; read by Jim Denison
John Dietsch—fly fishing coordinator and stuntman for Brad Pitt on the timeless film A River Runs Through It—explores our connection to the outdoors through the prism of fly fishing and investigates its transformative and healing power in the face of loss. Learn More
The worlds of urban gentrification, overpriced real estate, and gang violence collide in this wry and sardonic crime novel by author and comedian Charles Demers. Learn More
by Paul Dawson & Brian Sheldon; read by Matthew Boston
When it comes to food safety and germs, there are as many common questions as there are misconceptions. And yet there has never been a book that clearly examines the science behind these important issues—until now. Learn More
A satirical series of reports from a young progressive student to the DNC, outlining ways to undermine the conservative movement and create a progressive nation. Learn More
A wickedly funny and subversive look at America’s basic tenets—under the guise of a political thriller—from the bestselling author of The Arsenist’s Guide to Writers’ Homes in New England. Learn More
by Marcus Tullis Ciccero, Michael Fontaine; read by Roger Clark
How to Tell a Joke provides a lively new translation of Cicero's essential writing on humor alongside that of the later Roman orator and educator Quintilian. The result is a timeless practical guide to how a well-timed joke can win over any audience. Learn More
In Brain Droppings, Carlin brings to audio his singular brand of comedic satire that has made him a favorite of stage, screen and cable audiences. Learn More
What his candid take on "life's little moments" lacks in political correctness, it more than makes up for in gut-busting laughs. He's the guy who dares say what the rest of us hesitate even to think. Learn More
Napalm & Silly Putty is just what his fans have been waiting foranother generous helping of notions, nonsense, assertions, assumptions, mockery, merriment, silliness, sarcasm, and, to be sure, plenty of disturbing references and toxic alienation. George wouldn't have it any other way. Learn More
Great comedy at a great value! This gift set gathers three timeless Carlin recordings including two Grammy® winners, plusexclusive to this CD editionan interview from public radio’s Fresh Air. Learn More
Inspired by her wildly popular New York Times essay The Wedding Toast I’ll Never Give, Ada Calhoun provides a funny (but not flip), smart (but not smug) take on the institution of marriage. Learn More