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#Society #Cinema #Comedy #History #Harmon Leon #Pt. 2

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Journalist/comedian Harmon Leon dives into the history of comedy; bringing podcast listeners some of his favorite comedy influences, cult classics, and all things comedy history. More at: harmonleon.com More at: comedyhistory101.com

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#Society #Cinema #Comedy #History #Harmon Leon #Pt. 2

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Comedy History 101: Best of 2024 45:32

11 weeks ago45:32

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Comedy History 101 wraps up the year with our best interviews from 2024. Featuring episode excerpts from Arrested Development ’s Emmy-winning writer Jim Vallely, Paul Bellini from Kids in the Hall , Joel Thurm – casting director Airplane and Grease , plus histories of The Comedy Cellar , Yuk-Yuks , Moms Mabley with Rhonda Hansome, Sean Cullens, Susan Silver, Stan Zimmerman, directors Brent Hodge, Josh Forbes, Alan Bernstein, and more… Also, our friend Jean-François Brisson gives a recap of all our Canadian comedy episodes from the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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CH101 Select: Chris Farley w/ Director Brent Hodge 41:33

13 weeks ago41:33

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CH101 Select: Chris Farley was one of the most dynamic and beloved comedians to ever grace the stage at both Second City and Saturday Night Live. And I talk to Brent Hodge , director of the documentary, I Am Chris Farley . We do a deep dive into the life and times of this amazing comedian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Gallagher w/ Director Josh Forbes 53:42

15 weeks ago53:42

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We talk to Josh Forbes , director of the new documentary on Gallagher , the comedian known for his signature bit, the Sledge-O-Matic , and his watermelon-smashing antics. Gallagher was one of the biggest comedians of the 80s and 90s and then drifted off to obscurity. You might remember Gallaher from his infamous WTF episode with Marc Maron - or feuds with his brother: Gallagher Too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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CH101 Select: Kliph Nesteroff: A History of Showbiz and the Culture Wars 1:01:59

16 weeks ago1:01:59

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CH101 Select: Kliph Nesteroff is one of the leading comedy historians and the author of the new book: Outrageous: A History of Showbiz and the Culture Wars. And we talk about his book, censorship in comedy, how every generation declares that "comedy is over" - and how the old guard often refuses to accept culture shifts in the comedy biz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Grateful Dead Counterfeiter 50:34

18 weeks ago50:34

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A teenage hustler makes his living selling counterfeit tickets at Grateful Dead shows, hawking his fakes on every Shakedown Street around the country. A cat-and-mouse game ensues between Steven Marcus - the head of Grateful Dead ticketing and this teenage counterfeiter, which comes to a head at a Madison Square Garden Dead show. But as the heat turns up - an unexpected tragedy puts an end to the game for both of them. CH101's first audio documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Trailer: The Grateful Dead Counterfeiter 1:16

19 weeks ago1:16

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Trailer For Our Upcoming Audio Documentary: The Grateful Dead Counterfeiter A teenage hustler makes his living selling counterfeit tickets at Grateful Dead shows. A cat-and-mouse game ensues between the head of Grateful Dead ticketing and this teenage counterfeiter. But as the heat turns up - an unexpected tragedy puts an end to the game for both of them. Dropping this week on iTunes & comedyhistory101.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Mary Tyler Moore Show's Trailblazing Sitcom Writer Susan Silver 42:51

20 weeks ago42:51

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Susan Silver is a trailblazer in the world of sitcom writing. She began her career on The Mary Tyler Moore Show —during an era when comedy writing was overwhelmingly dominated by men. Starting as a casting director on the iconic show Laugh-In , she went on to write for The Bob Newhart Show , Maude , The Partridge Family , and Square Pegs . Like a showbiz Zelig, Susan’s path has crossed with icons such as Elvis, Jim Morrison, Lenny Bruce, and Clint Eastwood. Susan is also the author of Hot Pants in Hollywood , and we deep dive into her comedy history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Comedy Store w/ Joey Camen 1:11:01

21 weeks ago1:11:01

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Joey Camen is a Comedy Store OG. He first started performing at the iconic club in Los Angeles in 1974, alongside such up-and-coming comedians as David Letterman, Sam Kinison, Jay Leno, Jim Carrey – and the legendary Richard Pryor. Joey has appeared on WTF and is also a renowned voice actor who got his start as one of The Smurfs. We dive into his voice work, Comedy Store history, and his Nov 9th solo show at United Solo in NYC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Paul Bellini & Kids in the Hall 57:27

23 weeks ago57:27

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Paul Bellini is noted as being the unofficial 6th Kids in the Hall , alongside Dave Foley, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson. Paul was one of the key writers for the Kids in the Hall's TV series and is also known onscreen as 'the guy in the towel.' Paul was there from the very start, at the legendary sketch group's early Toronto shows, and he gives us a deep dive into his history of Kids in the Hall, his collaboration with Scott Thompson, and the healing power of dark, twisted comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Golden Girls & Roseanne w/ Writer Stan Zimmerman 46:26

24 weeks ago46:26

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Stan Zimmerman was a writer for The Golden Girls, Roseanne, Gilmore Girls , and the feature film, A Very Brady Sequel. He is also the author of the new book: The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore . We do a deep-dive on TV comedy writing, pitching, and what it was like working on the Russian version of Roseanne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Arrested Development & Golden Girls w/Jim Vallely 57:25

25 weeks ago57:25

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Jim Vallely was a writer/producer on the iconic comedy show: Arrested Development – which earned him an Emmy. Jim also worked on The Golden Girls, Two and a Half Men, The John Larroquette Show , and got his start on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson - with his comedy duo: The Funny Boys. We do a masterclass deep-dive with Jim on comedy writing, producing, and what it was like having Larry David as a neighbor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Grease, Airplane, Rocky Horror Picture Show w/ Casting Director Joel Thurm 44:24

27 weeks ago44:24

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Joel Thurm was the casting director for such iconic movies as A irplane, Grease, Rocky Horror Picture Show, as well being the head of NBC casting for a solid decade. He is also the author of the new book, Sex, Drugs, and Pilot Season . We do a deep dive into casting in Hollywood, turning down Tom Cruise and Madonna , and insider stories on Taxi, David Hasselhof f, and what role Bob Hope played in getting Seinfeld on the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Moms Mabley with Rhonda Hansome 29:14

27 weeks ago29:14

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Moms Mable y bridged the gap between vaudeville and modern standup comedy. She was the first successful female standup comedian who had a career that spanned over 50 years. Our guest Rhonda Hansome , who has appeared on SNL, The Arsenio Hall Show, and has performed with Aretha Franklin and Diana Ross, recently portrayed Moms on stage, and we do a deep dive into the history of this iconic comedian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Ch101 Select: The Kids in the Hall with Paul Myers 39:07

29 weeks ago39:07

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CH101 Select: The Kids in the Hall are one of the most iconic sketch comedy groups in history. We do a deep dive into their origin story with Paul Myers - who knew KITH in their early days. Paul is the author of The Kids in the Hall: One Dumb Guy, the executive producer of the documentary The Kids in the Hall: Comedy Punks, as well as the brother to Mike Myers - and he gives insights into what it was like to see the group emerge onto the Toronto comedy scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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When We Went MAD: A Documentary of Ecch-ic Proportions! 33:56

30 weeks ago33:56