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Tag Archives: television
Something Shiny For The Mantel
Ever since I was a wee lad, Modern Philosophers, it’s been my dream to win the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. I believe my Oscar lust was fueled at a very early age by watching the awards the year … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged Awards, Danny Cashman, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, television, The Nite Show, writing
13 Comments
Christmas With The Roses
I think I might have started a new Christmas tradition, Modern Philosophers. I had the day off, and planned to relax on the couch watching some classic Christmas movies as I enjoyed yummy holiday treats. That plan was derailed, however, … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor
Tagged Christmas, holiday traditions, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Sarcasm, satire, Schitt's Creek, television
5 Comments
Could Darth Vader Defeat Beta’s Walker Herd?
With all this free time on my hands, Modern Philosophers, I’ve spent countless hours wrestling with the great Philosophical debates of our time. Lately, I’ve grown bored with the great debates, and moved onto to other burning questions that really … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Humor, John Travolta, Modern Philosopher, movies, Sarcasm, satire, Sheldon Cooper, Star Wars, television, The Walking Dead
2 Comments
Jokes Not Ready For Late Night (Holiday Edition)
Christmas is almost here, Modern Philosophers! Holiday specials are showing up on every channel, and last night, The Nite Show with Danny Cashman aired its Christmas episode. I write monologue jokes for the show, and every taping, I turn in … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Humor, Writing
Tagged Christmas, Danny Cashman, Humor, Modern Philosopher, monologue jokes, rejected jokes, sarcasm, satire, television, The Nite Show, writing
6 Comments
Parks and Recreation Is Now My Favorite Show
I’ve made an executive decision, Modern Philosophers. Parks and Recreation is now my all-time favorite TV show. It kind of surprised me, too, because while I remembered liking the show, I didn’t realize exactly how much I enjoyed it. Luckily, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged binge watching, Humor, Leslie Knope, Modern Philosopher, Parks and Recreation, sarcasm, satire, Seinfeld, television, The Office, writing
16 Comments
Be A Jim, Not A Michael
The universe is always trying to teach us, Modern Philosophers. We just have to keep our minds open to the lessons it is sending our way. New Year’s Eve is a perfect time to sit back and reflect on life. … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Humor
Tagged advice, dating, Humor, Jim Halpert, Michael Scott, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, television, The Office
10 Comments
Episode 2 Is Out Of My Head!
Some people go to exotic locales to relax on their vacations, Modern Philosophers. I sit out on the front porch of The House on the Hill and write like a man possessed. Quite frankly, there are few places I’d rather … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged Humor, life at NYU, life in college, Modern Philosopher, NYU, Sarcasm, satire, television, TV series, writing, writing for TV
9 Comments
Waking Up On Vacation
Not much beats the feeling of waking up and realizing that you are on vacation, Modern Philosophers. Don’t be jealous. I work very hard and I deserve a little time off to rest my brain. Let’s be honest, though. I’m … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Humor, life, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, summer vacation, taking a break, television, time off, writing
7 Comments
The Nite Show…Now With Rockets!
I am absolutely exhausted today, Modern Philosophers. Yesterday, I put in an eight hour day at the office job, and then headed over to The Gracie for last night’s taping of The Nite Show with Danny Cashman. It makes for … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged behind the scenes, Danny Cashman, Humor, Modern Philosopher, monologue jokes, NESCOM, sarcasm, satire, television, The Nite Show, writing for TV
13 Comments
A Great Night For The Writer
Tonight is the Season Premiere of The Nite Show with Danny Cashman, Modern Philosophers, and I wish you were all in Maine so we could have a viewing party at The House on the Hill. Unless you’re already on your … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged Danny Cashman, Humor, late night TV, Maine, Modern Philosopher, monologue jokes, sarcasm, satire, television, The Nite Show, writing
4 Comments