Nathan Timmel
The Blog
Bill Maher and Bread Bags
Bill Maher has every right to make fun of anything he sees fit. But he should understand the situation in its entirety when doing so.
Strawberry Pancakes
Before me, she was in an abusive relationship.
Ambush Comedy
On paper, it might seem neat to have a comedian at your party/reception/whatever. Your guests gets some yucks, and people love laughing, right? Well, no.
Outside, It’s America
I lived in a small, isolated Wisconsin town rife with racism.
Adam Carolla to the Rescue
I like Adam Carolla because I have low self-esteem. No, wait. Shit. That came out wrong. I relate to Adam Carolla because I see myself in him: white-trash childhood, two kids via in vitro fertilization, slinging jokes to cover insecurities… you know, shared...
Be Offended. Be Very Offended.
Every so often—or every day, depending on the thickness of your personal skin—I write, say, or post something that offends someone.
Good On You, Ashton Kutcher
Of all the things Ashton Kutcher has received flack for—Punk’d, Dude, Where’s My Car? his portrayal of Steve Jobs—I found it ludicrous he got pushback after the birth of his daughter.
Dear Successful People: Shut Up About Finding Happiness Already
Do you think you’d be happy if you had a wife and kids you couldn’t provide for because you didn’t have millions of dollars in the bank?
D.I.Y. (But Only if Famous)
What makes you, a nobody, think you can do this on your own? Why are you ignoring the powers that be?
Why I Married a Feminist
I’m comfortable enough in my own skin to be married to a strong, intelligent woman.
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…