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Comedy Quote by Bob Saget

“I think comedy is on an organic upsurge right now because when I started, it was 1978 at The Comedy Store and Letterman had just stopped emceeing his morning show.” quote by Bob Saget — Download Open image

“I think comedy is on an organic upsurge right now because when I started, it was 1978 at The Comedy Store and Letterman had just stopped emceeing his morning show.”

About This Quote

Source Interview: Comedy Evolution, Bob Saget, 1990

Comedy is experiencing a natural surge, recalling its 1978 roots at The Comedy Store.

In simple terms: Comedy is booming again.

Key Takeaway

Embrace and contribute to the comedic wave.

Themes

comedy culture history

Mood

enthusiastic nostalgic

Type

observational historical

When to use this quote

stand‑up scenes
media platforms
audience tastes
industry growth

Key Concepts

entertainment social trends

Questions to Reflect On

What drives the current comedy surge?
How does comedy reflect societal change?

A Different Perspective

Trends may be cyclical, not sustained.

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