Episode 1
Rickey Smiley
Rickey Smiley recounts his experience with an elderly stripper, impersonates a little old lady reading church announcements and explains black funerals.
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Guest stars Rickey Smiley
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Comedy Central Presents
1998TV-1415 seasons7.0 / 10
These half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone for many of today's stand-up stars.
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These half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone for many of today's stand-up stars.
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Episode 2
Ty Barnett
Ty Barnett imagines a heaven that doesn't allow nerds, explains why he wasn't cut out for street gangs and suggest that FEMA members should watch more action films.
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Guest stars Ty Barnett
Episode 3
DeRay
DeRay Davis talks about his grim childhood, debates going Dutch on dates and reveals his favorite type of woman.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 4
Rod Man
Rod Man talks about getting short-changed at church, admits that the heat would keep him from participating in a Civil Rights march and describes his stint at Cracker Barrel.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 5
Steve Byrne
Steve Byrne offers a trick for avoiding political discussions, describes the worst thing that can happen in a car and explains why he hates renting movies.
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Guest stars Steve Byrne
Episode 6
Mike Birbiglia (2)
Mike Birbiglia laments his dreams of being a rapper and vents about his annoyance over "Olive Garden Italian."
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Guest stars Mike Birbiglia
Episode 7
Ted Alexandro (2)
Ted Alexandro recalls his time as a music teacher in New York City public schools, examines modern hip hop and explains why President George W. Bush embarrasses him.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 8
Greg Fitzsimmons (2)
Greg Fitzsimmons describes how his chidren inspire him, explains why parents have morning sex and weighs in on life in Los Angeles.
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Guest stars Greg Fitzsimmons
Episode 9
Megan Mooney
Megan Mooney talks about wrecking stuff with her nephews, dealing with questions about when she'll have kids of her own and the fan base of "The Price Is Right."
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 10
Tammy Pescatelli
Tammy Pescatelli recalls performing at a Playboy benefit, explains the dangers of breast implants and weighs in on modern fashion trends.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 11
Jon Reep
Jon Reep shares his love of beer, demonstrates his childhood dance moves and impersonates an NFL referree.
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Guest stars Jon Reep
Episode 12
Todd Barry (2)
Todd Barry returns from a camp in Tahiti to share his story of a botched date with Julia Roberts and describes his great new apartment.
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Guest stars Todd Barry
Episode 13
Arj Barker (2)
Arj Barker expresses his disgust with Halloween's urban legend laziness, Citibank's terrible spelling and Google's haughty search suggestions.
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Guest stars Arj Barker
Episode 14
Nick Swardson (2)
6.3 / 10
Nick Swardson debuts a sexy new fragrance for men, explains his picky dating habits and wonders why people need reminders to not bring bombs on planes.
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Directed by Paul MillerWritten by Nick SwardsonGuest stars Nick Swardson
Episode 15
John Caparulo
John Caparulo describes the downside of travel, recalls weird neighborhood yard sales and discusses living with exotic pets.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 16
Andy Kindler
Andy Kindler recalls his experience with marijuana in Amsterdam, examines the downside to the civil rights movement and describes his aversion to astrology.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 17
Pat Dixon
Pat Dixon talks about his experiences with drugs, explains why "fiance" is a more appealing term than "spouse" and justifies his preference for mid-level hotels.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 18
Brian Kiley
Brian Kiley recalls his wife’s unusual pregnancy cravings, his uncle’s unfortunate hunting accident and planning his marriage proposal.
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Guest stars Brian Kiley
Episode 19
Ben Bailey
Ben Bailey explains why married life is incompatible with strip clubs, marvels at the stench of New York City and describes his misadventures on the subway.
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Guest stars Ben Bailey
Episode 20
Peter Berman
Peter Berman explains why Las Vegas is simultaneously the best and the worst, why he always roots for the umpire, and why he stayed in a bad relationship for way too long.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 21
Becky Pedigo
Becky Pedigo shares stories about bombing in country western bars, cutting her own hair and her mother's racist safety advice.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 22
Bill Santiago
Bill Santiago explains why Spanglish is the perfect American language, recalls being a "Founding Papi" in a school play and waxes nostalgic for White Castle sliders.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 23
Jeff Garcia
Jeff Garcia explains how bad credit can have its advantages, lists which airlines terrorists shouldn't mess with and discusses his grandparents' contentious marriage.
Where to watch Comedy Central PresentsEpisode 24
Kyle Cease
finale
Kyle Cease thinks adults deserve recess more than kids, that real life should have cheat codes and that SunnyD is just the best worst beverage option.
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Guest stars Kyle Cease
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
More about Comedy Central Presents
Cast
Greg FitzsimmonsSelf
Marc MaronSelf
Stephen LynchSelf
Rich VosSelf
Nick ThuneSelf
Wanda SykesSelf
Nick Di PaoloSelfReggie McFaddenSelf
Credits
- Written by
- Michael Showalter, Nick Swardson, Bo Burnham, Tom Segura, Chelsea Peretti
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 286
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Comedy CentralUnited States
Themes
stand-up comedy
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