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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

A still of Pete Holmes, from the HBO show Crashing. (Courtesy of Craig Blankenhorn)

Pete Holmes Talks ‘Crashing’ and Comedic Identity

Comedian, actor, writer, podcaster and producer Peter Holmes spoke with WSN about the new season of his HBO show “Crashing” and gave his thoughts on modern comedy.
Guru Ramanathan, Arts Editor February 25, 2019

For Pete Holmes, the essence of comedy is truth. This is perhaps why he incorporated several real-life events, like how his ex-wife’s infidelity led him to pursue comedy, into...

Jaboukie Young-White performs at Kimmel on Thursday night.

Jaboukie Young-White Lights up Kimmel With Laughter

On and off stage, Jaboukie Young-White turns out to be just the hip and conscientious artist his fans thought he was.
Alejandro Villa Vásquez, Deputy Managing Editor October 1, 2018
On and off stage, Jaboukie Young-White turns out to be just the hip and conscientious artist his fans thought he was.