2 Dope Queens

These four HBO specials are very funny.  And the best way to enjoy them is the same way they were apparently premiered: in pajamas under blankets, warm and tired and ready to laugh yourself silly.  The friendship between Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson is so delightful.  Then they bring in comedians who come out with […]

One Mississippi Season 2

I woke up from a deep and much needed sleep to realize season two of Tig Notaro’s Amazon Prime series “One Mississippi” had been out for weeks and I had not yet seen it.  It was the first time I felt a six episode season was exactly the right size to watch a TV show […]

One Mississippi/Transparent

I am so proud to have watched in one weekend all of Tig Notaro’s “One Mississippi” and season three of “Transparent.” One Mississippi is roughly an hour and a half of tears and then some poignant, interesting stories.  It’s a beautiful show and incredibly well done.  That’s no surprise considering it was written by Tig […]

Tig Notaro: Boyish Girl Interrupted

The HBO/Funny or Die special featuring Tig Notaro, “Boyish Girl Interrupted,” is funny. I get a lot of views on this blog because of these pictures.  The reason I chose this moment to screenshot is because it is such a triumphant moment in the show.  She’s fearless – and funny.  It’s definitely worth watching if […]