Stand-up Specials/Tours & Live Surge
Key Questions
How many dates are in Nate Bargatze's current tour?
Nate Bargatze is on a 62-date tour, discussing live comedy's irreplaceability by AI and fan engagement during podcast appearances.
When is Berner's Hulu special releasing?
Berner's special is set for Hulu on June 5, joining other new releases like Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' 'Ugly Baby' on YouTube.
What festivals are confirmed for summer 2026?
Just for Laughs runs July 15-26, while NYLaughs Festival 2026 is June 4-7 featuring Attell, Ross, Dice, and Normand. Katt Williams is also tied to Netflix Is a Joke Fest.
What makes Josh Johnson's 'Symphony' special unique?
Josh Johnson's HBO Max special 'Symphony' incorporates music-driven stagecraft and storytelling. It is eligible for Emmy consideration.
Which stand-up specials are Emmy-eligible this year?
Emmy-eligible specials include those from Okatsuka, Fleming, Nanjiani, Jones, Maron, and Tomlinson. Additional YouTube releases like Dusty Slay's are also noted.
What is Punchup Live's new podcast offering?
Punchup Live launched a podcast product with a 7% take rate, undercutting competitors. Initial shows include Tuesdays With Stories and Bein' Ian With Jordan.
When is Patton Oswalt's fall tour?
Patton Oswalt's fall tour is confirmed alongside his new special discussing career longevity and material that hasn't aged well.
What topics did Ramy Youssef cover in his recent podcast?
Ramy Youssef discussed his HBO special 'In Love,' creative process, controversy handling, and memes as art during a podcast interview.
Nate Bargatze 62-date tour; Bargatze on Theo Von podcast discusses live comedy vs AI, fan engagement. New specials (Underwood 2027, Berner Hulu June 5, Papa, Iglesias, Titus 'Carrying Monsters', Anjelah Johnson-Reyes 'Ugly Baby' YouTube, Eugene Mirman 'Here Comes the Whimsy', Patton Oswalt fall tour, Dusty Slay 'Workin' Man' YouTube, Andrew Santino 'Homefield Advantage' YouTube, Butch Bradley 'Boy Under The Cosmic Halo' YouTube, Brett Butler 'Mad Mama' compilation, Ed Night special, Nick Guerra 'Risk Taker' clip, Leslie Liao 'Silky Smooth' clip); Katt Williams Spring '26 + Netflix Is a Joke Fest; Just for Laughs July 15-26; NYLaughs Festival 2026 June 4-7 (Attell, Ross, Dice, Normand) confirmed. Josh Johnson 'Symphony' HBO Max special out (NPR interview, music-driven stagecraft). Emmy-eligible specials to watch: Okatsuka, Fleming, Nanjiani, Jones, Maron, Tomlinson. Punchup Live launches podcast product with 7% take rate, undercutting Patreon/Substack; Tuesdays With Stories and Bein' Ian With Jordan first shows. Ramy Youssef's new HBO special 'In Love' released; podcast interview covers creative process, controversy handling, Riyadh Comedy Festival, memes as art.