The Surprising Person Who Jena Friedman Wanted to Write the Forward for “Not Funny”

Stand-up comedian and writer Jena Friedman tells Stephen what inspired the title of her new book, “Not Funny,” and the controversial figure she considered recruiting to write the forward. “Not Funny” is available everywhere now.

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[tinas_hotdog_sophie]

Oh my god I am in tears. Is that usually her humor? If yes, I need more!

[brief_illusions]

That was dark and hilarious! Love it. 😂

[bitchenboutique]

I’m so glad that wasn’t cut. I was SCREAMING. So good.

[jimmyjawbone]

“As opposed to one’s who haven’t been convicted.” She’s awesome!

[phlix]

Hahahahahaahhaa I love that dark humor bit, thanks for not cutting it out! LOL

[JordiVanderwaal]

Her stand up monologue "treat n*zis like you treat women" is still one of the funniest of the past 5-6 years. She's brilliant. Haven't read a book in a long time (call me lazy xd), but will definitely check this one.

[nav]

Loved her standup set on this show years ago - well written, funny, clever. Been meaning to look into her more.

[jjunture]

I first saw her on “The Perfect Person” podcast last week. So cool to see her get the “Miles Bonsignore Bump” before getting a spot on Colbert. The book is excellent too.

[DreynHarry]

Didn't know her before this interview, but I like her!

[pdoylemi]

I never heard of her before - this woman is a riot! Her twisted sense of humor would fit in perfectly with my family... but with her around, my brothers and I wouldn't be seen as the funny ones anymore.

[aquamarine]

"Foreword" - i.e. words that are before the main body of the book. "Forward" is a direction. Geez Louise.

[courtney]

I was so confused for 1 minute and 33 seconds. Shame on you! But I LMAO
Edit: Jena bringing it strong! damn! 💪

[lizannewhitlow]

…and those who have not yet been convicted…#OhSnap. The right do not seem to possess a sense of humor…shocking. Jena is marvelous.

[BK-hjtv]

Wow, she just kept being casual and more savage

[RingfSaturn]

Jena Friedman is so brilliant and so brave. Her progressive style of comedy requires that we listen closely and use our brains, rather than passively be hit over the head with tired old tropes.
I'm getting your book, Jena. I'm up for the challenge and the reward.

[liladune]

Seeing her here after discovering her on Perfect Person is a coincidence I did not expect

[tammystockley-loughlin]

Glad you didn't cut this. Positive vibes from New Hampshire, remember to be kind to each other and yourself during these trying times.

[sadflameprincess]

that's some dark f--cking humor. I love it bahahaha

[coralcanvas]

Just saw her on the perfect person podcast and now I’m seeing her everywhere lol

[DethronerX]

Always love how she delivers every punch