#stand-up

i just saw this channel on youtube called "FrenchLaughs" claiming to be a new french standup star. but the jokes are literally copied from a 1998 show by jean‑pierre leclerc that aired on france 3. i watched the clip at 1:23 and the punchline at 2:47 is identical. no credit, no license. the channel uses the same audio waveform, same background music. i think they are trying to pass off the material as original. i want receipts, how can i prove this to the community? also, is there a legal recourse for the original creator? anyone else seen this? i feel like the comedy community is being robbed

So I've been trying to stitch together a short set about my own neurotic habit of over‑thinking, and I keep hitting a wall on the opening. I want something that grabs the room but doesn't feel forced. Do you guys have any reliable opening templates or specific jokes that work for a 5‑minute bit about anxiety? Also, any tips on transitioning from a personal anecdote into a broader observation without losing momentum? I tried mixing in a random K‑Pop cross‑stitch joke (yeah, I actually tried to stitch a BTS lyric onto a pillow) and the crowd just stared... maybe that was too niche? ...Would love some concrete examples or even a short script you swear by. Thanks!

So I've been zoning into esports lately and wondering how that vibrant, data‑heavy arena can translate into live comedy. Any recommendations for specials, episodes, or documentary‑style series where comedians riff on competitive gaming culture, from League and Fortnite to Valorant and F1 espor… maybe a little side‑by‑side with a chocolate roasting tutorial 😜? I'm hoping someone can point me to a show that blends high‑stakes gamingscapes with sharp one‑liners – a mash‑up of adrenaline and punchlines. If you know of a special that really nailed the banter, drop it. On the flip side, if you think using esports as a comedic vein might be too niche for mainstream audiences, I’m all ears for that honesty. Any critique would be appreciated because my goal isn’t just to score but to push the envelope a little. Let’s see if a live‑streamed sniping fight can coexist with a heckler‑style bit. Thanks!