Recommendations

Podcasts, books, shows worth your time

Great comedians are built on great influences. The Recommendations section of Banter is where Tough Crowd members share the podcasts, books and live shows worth your time — the ones that made them funnier, sharper, or just kept them going through a tough gig. Our community of comedians curates the comedy canon that actually matters, from classic albums and must-watch specials to the niche podcasts that will change how you think about the craft.