The Rise of the Comedian Host

The rise of digital media has created new avenues and challenges for the comedian-host. Many have found success with podcasts and online shows, where they have more creative control and can return to the unfiltered style of their stand-up roots. This has allowed them to bypass the traditional gatekeepers of television and build a direct relationship with their audience, proving that the power of a comedian's voice is not confined to the confines of a TV studio.