Wyatt Cenac Photo: Getty Images As stand-up comedy has moved beyond the comedy club over the last 15 years, it’s become ever more common for comics to host their own weekly stand-up shows. When those shows are good, they allow a comic to find their people and write for their audience. For five years, Wyatt Cenac hosted one of the very best in New York — Night Train. From 2012 to 2017, Night Train created a loyal fan base, ultimately to be captured in a Seeso series. As you can see in the clip below, it was Cenac’s home. This specific bit and this specific piece of Brooklyn are the subjects of this week’s episode of Good One , Vulture’s podcast about jokes and the people who tell them. Listen to the episode and read an excerpt from the transcript of the discussion below. Tune in to Good One every Monday on Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. What were you hoping for with Night Train? In the process of doing it, we built it and … [Read more...] about How Wyatt Cenac’s Stand-up Is Inspired by Brooklyn
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Monkeypox: 14 new cases detected in England – UK total now 71
England has recorded 14 new cases of monkeypox, taking the UK's total to 71. So far England has reported 70 cases, and one has been confirmed in Scotland, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said. No cases have been reported in Wales or Northern Ireland so far. Despite further cases being detected, the risk to the UK population remains low, the UKHSA added. It explained that a "notable proportion" of the cases identified have been among people who identify as gay or bisexual or men who have sex with men. Advertisement However, anyone with "unusual rashes or lesions" should immediately contact NHS 111 or their local sexual health service. Dr Susan Hopkins, chief medical adviser at the UKHSA, thanked people for coming forward with symptoms and said the agency is continuing to "promptly identify" cases. More on Monkeypox Monkeypox: 131 cases confirmed in 19 countries, says World Health Organisation Monkeypox: 36 more cases … [Read more...] about Monkeypox: 14 new cases detected in England – UK total now 71
Steven Gerrard reveals slip against Chelsea which cost Liverpool Premier League title still haunts him six years on
STEVEN GERRARD admits his horror slip against Chelsea still haunts him six years on. Despite his trophy-laden success in a red shirt, the former Liverpool and England captain remains plagued by that infamous moment he lost his footing during a key title match against the Blues at Anfield. Chelsea striker Demba Ba profited from his mistake to score the opener for the Londoners in a 2-0 win. Fernando Torres set up Willian in stoppage time to rub salt into the wound and finish Liverpool’s 11-game winning streak. And the Reds ended up finishing two points behind Premier League champions Manchester City. It was after beating City a fortnight earlier that Gerrard gave his memorable “We do not let this slip” speech — but unfortunately he went on to do just that . Gerrard, now manager of Rangers, describes the Chelsea episode as a “brutal, cruel low in my life”. He told the High Performance Podcast : “I park it up but it comes back, all the time. What triggers it? I … [Read more...] about Steven Gerrard reveals slip against Chelsea which cost Liverpool Premier League title still haunts him six years on
Rio Ferdinand praises Patrick Vieira for putting pitch invader ‘on his bum’
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand said the image of Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira putting a pitch invader "on his bum” was “nice to see”. The Eagles boss was recently told he would not face FA charges, after he appeared to strike out and kick a pitch invader who had confronted him on the pitch following Everton's survival clinching 3-2 home victory over Palace. This altercation followed the nasty assault of Sheffield United ace Billy Sharp, who required stitches after Nottingham Forrest fan Robert Biggs headbutted him after their play-off final clash. Biggs recently pleaded guilty to occasioning actual bodily harm and was subsequently sentenced to 24 weeks in jail. And after Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was also “assaulted” by a pitch invading fan after Manchester City’s title clinching victory over Steven Gerrard’s side, Ferdinand said the image of Vieira putting a pitch invader on his bum was “nice to see”. “Vieira put him (pitch … [Read more...] about Rio Ferdinand praises Patrick Vieira for putting pitch invader ‘on his bum’
The One Show’s Alex Jones urges people to buy ‘beautiful’ Dame Deborah James rose as celebs support bloom at Chelsea Flower Show
The One Show presenter Alex Jones has encouraged people to buy the Dame Deborah James rose , which is currently on display at the Royal Chelsea Flower Show. Many other celebs have been lining up to throw their support behind the bloom too, which also raises funds for author and podcast host Dame Deborah’s new cancer charity, Bowelbabe Fund. BBC star Alex took to Instagram to share a photo of the potted rose at its stand with the attached information, calling the white and pink flower ‘beautiful’. ‘Bought this and spoke with @iamlaurenmahon at the stand. They had already raised 22K for @ bowelbabefund ,’ she wrote in the caption alongside the photo. ‘There are no words for how much one individual has managed to inspire a whole country. The rose is beautiful.’ ‘Buy one if you can,’ the 45-year-old added. The rose can be pre-ordered now for Autumn 2022, with £2.50 from the sale of each flower going to Dame Deborah’s new Cancer Research UK fund. Lauren … [Read more...] about The One Show’s Alex Jones urges people to buy ‘beautiful’ Dame Deborah James rose as celebs support bloom at Chelsea Flower Show
Bitcoin becomes official currency in Central African Republic
Published 27 April Share close Share page Copy link About sharing The Central African Republic (CAR) has approved Bitcoin as legal tender - just the second country to do so. CAR is one of the world's poorest countries, but is rich in diamonds, gold and uranium. It has been wracked by conflict for decades and is a close Russian ally, with mercenaries from the Wagner Group helping fight rebel forces. Lawmakers voted unanimously to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, said a statement from the CAR presidency. The move puts CAR "on the map of the world's boldest and most visionary countries", it said. El Salvador became the first country to adopt Bitcoin as an official currency in September 2021 - a move criticised by many economists, including the International Monetary Fund , which said it increased the risk of financial instability. Others have raised fears that cryptocurrencies … [Read more...] about Bitcoin becomes official currency in Central African Republic
Ex-McLaren mechanic reveals engineers ‘fought not to work on Lewis Hamilton’s car’
Lewis Hamilton shares epic skydiving footage from Dubai Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top F1 stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley claims that the team fought to avoid Lewis Hamilton during his rookie season in favour of working with Fernando Alonso . The Brit defied expectations by going close to the world title in his first year as an F1 driver, despite having teamed up with a reigning double world champion. Related articles Toto Wolff refutes Rosberg comparison on Hamilton and Russell pairing Lewis Hamilton to get what he wants as Mercedes find breakthrough Hamilton was formidable on his rise through the motorsport ranks, winning a … [Read more...] about Ex-McLaren mechanic reveals engineers ‘fought not to work on Lewis Hamilton’s car’
Sarah Silverman reveals that she shares a TOOTHBRUSH with her boyfriend Rory Albanese: ‘Why is that so gross?’
She introduced her boyfriend to her fans in the fall of 2021. And Sarah Silverman revealed that things had gotten shockingly intimate between herself and fellow comedian Rory Albanese on Wednesday when she admitted that the two share the same toothbrush. The 51-year-old comedian left the co-hosts of The View repulsed before going even further by wondering aloud how sharing a toothbrush was any less clean than oral sex. Gross out: Sarah Silverman, 51, shocked the co-hosts of The View on Wednesday when she revealed that she shares a toothbrush with her boyfriend, comedian Rory Albanese, 44 Sunny Hostin brought up the questionable practice while going through her notes. 'Not only are you sharing your bed, you're sharing you're toothbrush,' she said, which got an audible 'Ew' from Joy Behar. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Sarah Silverman puts on a colorful display in rainbow... Sarah Silverman beams as she and her … [Read more...] about Sarah Silverman reveals that she shares a TOOTHBRUSH with her boyfriend Rory Albanese: ‘Why is that so gross?’
Sarah Silverman puts on a colorful display in rainbow covered clothing as she grabs groceries at Gelson’s Market in Los Feliz
Sarah Silverman made sure other shoppers at Gelson's Market in Los Feliz could see her coming on Thursday. The comedian, 51, stepped out in an outfit covered in rainbows including tight, colorful leggings under cut-off denim shorts. The leggings appeared to also have faces on them especially on the inside part of her upper thighs. Colorful look: Sarah Silverman made sure other shoppers at Gelson's Market in Los Feliz could see her coming on Thursday Her gray sweater featured the colors of the rainbow near the top of her chest and her black trucker hat was tie-dyed similarly in the front. She stepped through the parking lot in a pair of bright blue HOKA sneakers. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Don't Look Up director Adam McKay is honored with star on... John Mulaney is a doting dad stepping out for the first time... Share this article She wore dark sunglasses and a black face covering while carrying a large paper bag out of … [Read more...] about Sarah Silverman puts on a colorful display in rainbow covered clothing as she grabs groceries at Gelson’s Market in Los Feliz
Partygate: What do the latest photos change for Boris Johnson?
New images of the prime minister raising a glass with colleagues in Downing Street during COVID restrictions in 2020 have reignited criticism - just ahead of senior civil servant Sue Gray's full report into rule breaking inside Number 10. On the Sky News Daily podcast, Leah Boleto speaks to our deputy political editor, Sam Coates and Sky's crime correspondent Martin Brunt about the impact these snaps could have on Mr Johnson's job and the credibility of the Metropolitan Police investigation into the gatherings. Follow the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker Senior podcast producer: Annie Joyce Advertisement … [Read more...] about Partygate: What do the latest photos change for Boris Johnson?