Nathan Timmel
The Blog
Television Blue Balls
Hollywood doesn’t apologize. It does what it wants and moves on.
Light Reading & Life Lessons
I read the words aloud before fully realizing what they said. And then I paused. And then a wide smile spread across my face and I started laughing.
Why I Married a Feminist
I’m comfortable enough in my own skin to be married to a strong, intelligent woman.
Colin Kaepernick Sat Down and I Don’t Give A Shit
Who is doing more to raise awareness of racial inequality in America, Donald Drumpf, or Colin Kaepernick?
The Modern Age of Comedy
“No one scouts open microphones looking for talent anymore. All that matters is how many Twitter or Instagram followers you have.”
The Powerful Powerless
As a comedian, I have a rare job. I stand on stage under a spotlight, and hold a microphone that amplifies my words…
Are Heckler Videos Hurting Comedy?
Comedians are on stage to express themselves; we have ideas, and we want those ideas to generate laughter.
Two Horrible Shows
I’m often asked two questions: what’s your favorite show; what’s your least favorite show?
Is Empathy Dead?
After every tragedy, the Internet is where people express empathy, understanding, and unfortunately, ignorance and anger.
How Omar Mateen’s Parents Failed Him
Everyone is talking about gun control, ISIS, homophobia, and radical Islam. Why is no one talking about Omar Matten’s parents?
Donald Drumpf Finally Scares Me
When Dick Cheney and Rick Santorum like someone, that person is a dumpster-fire of a human being.
Dear Walmart Woman
If we were in line next to one another at a store, you would be outraged if you heard me say: “This is why you eat right and exercise, so you don’t get fat.”