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I listen to the radio sometimes, and a comedian is on, saying "...Wisconsin, I love you very much, I want to marry you, traditionally..." Then people laugh, I don't know why ?
Danger said:It's canned laughter, the same as on all Yank sitcoms. Someone says something inane, and then a recording of idiots laughing is played to make it seem as if something humourous occurred.
glb_lub said:Does anyone know when this irritating trend of canned laughter started ?
It is as if the creators of the show are instructing the audience when to laugh.
Pythagorean said:There has to be some point associated with the laughter. There's plenty of moments in any given sit com where canned laughter would just be awkward or annoying and not evoke humor.
Lacy33 said:Hi Dange-er, :shy:
Now that people are making the shows on the streets they are getting lots of noise from the crowds... " I LIVE here, let me go in." "I Am NOT going three blocks out of my way to the market because you can't afford a studio. " "Get a room!"
Pythagorean said:There has to be some point associated with the laughter. There's plenty of moments in any given sit com where canned laughter would just be awkward or annoying and not evoke humor.
Danger said::rofl:
Hi, honey.
Lacy33 said:What do you scientists call that point?
Alastair Clarke advances this theory as "an evolutionary and cognitive explanation of how and why any individual finds anything funny. Effectively, it explains that humour occurs when the brain recognises a pattern that surprises it, and that recognition of this sort is rewarded with the experience of the humorous response, an element of which is broadcast as laughter." The theory further identifies the importance of pattern recognition in human evolution: "An ability to recognise patterns instantly and unconsciously has proved a fundamental weapon in the cognitive arsenal of human beings. The humorous reward has encouraged the development of such faculties, leading to the unique perceptual and intellectual abilities of our species.”
Jimmy Snyder said:Humor is a topic in catastrophe theory.
wuliheron said:My own theory is laughter is nature's way of preventing the brain from crashing like a computer running a badly written program. It has elements of expressions of both joy and sorrow as if we can't quite decide whether to be happy or sad. If worst comes to worst, we just laugh until the system is prompted to reset itself by the sheer physical strain.
Ivan Seeking said:Sounds like a promising new feature for Windows 9. Instead displaying of the blue screen of death, your computer starts laughing hysterically.
Jimmy Snyder said:Humor is a topic in catastrophe theory. Here's a joke you may already know. Three people walk into a bar. The first one sets a pattern. The second one reinforces that pattern. The third one breaks the pattern. Get's 'em every time.
TheCatastophicHumorist said:Three guys walk into a bar. Bartender says, "What'll you have?" First guy says "Beer". Second guy says "Beer". Third guy says "Scotch n' soda".
People enjoy listening to comedians on the radio because it provides a sense of entertainment and escape from the stresses of everyday life. Comedians often use humor to comment on relatable topics and make people laugh, which can be a mood booster and a form of stress relief.
Comedians on the radio use their voices and storytelling abilities to create vivid images and scenarios in the minds of their listeners. They also use clever wordplay, timing, and delivery to evoke laughter and engage their audience.
Comedy is subjective, so what one person finds funny may not be humorous to someone else. Comedians on the radio have different styles, delivery, and material, which can appeal to different audiences. Additionally, personal experiences and cultural background can also influence a person's sense of humor.
Comedians on the radio often draw inspiration from their own experiences, observations, and current events. They may also collaborate with other comedians and writers to develop their material. Some comedians also use improvisation and audience interaction to come up with jokes and comedic bits.
Yes, comedians on the radio can offend people with their jokes, as humor is subjective and what may be funny to some can be offensive to others. However, many comedians use comedy as a way to shed light on important issues and challenge societal norms. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to decide what they find offensive and choose whether or not to listen to certain comedians.