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Ali Lerman

@AliNotAlli

Basketball junkie and writer. Please don't DM me.

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Joined March 2009
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Oh no, tell me more about your podcast. *rolls eyes forever*
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I got to talk to one of my FAVES for the LA Times, @kirkfox, about his new book Palmdale, character roles, and his part in The Lowdown that comes out TODAY on Hulu! Before you watch it, read all about him here!! 👇❤️ latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
‘I’ve worked hard to get where I’m not’: Kirk Fox on comedy, tennis and his dirtbag-noir novel

‘I’ve worked hard to get where I’m not’: Kirk Fox on comedy, tennis and his dirtbag-noir novel

Fox returns to Sterlin Harjo’s Hulu series 'The Lowdown' as he takes on more writing and acting projects, saying finishing the novel helped him believe he could complete something.

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Timeline cleanser with this good boy birthday pup. So grateful Henry's parents raw dogged! ❤️🎉🐾
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Wanna watch some great live comedy? Of course you do, and LA Times has got you covered! latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
15 under-the-radar L.A. comedy nights that'll make you laugh out loud

15 under-the-radar L.A. comedy nights that'll make you laugh out loud

From bars to strip clubs, there are plenty of unexpected places to get a laugh in L.A. Here are some of our favorite shows that offer comedy for just about anyone.

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Remember folks: when you agree with a point of view, it's comedy. When you don't, it's not comedy. Keep up the great work.
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Crazy that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married and no one cares.
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I got to talk to Zach Noe Towers for the LA Times and it was MAGIC!! Read all about it and then watch his hilarious new special on YT, Twink Death! ❤️👇 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
‘I wear my pride on my sleeve’: Inside Zach Noe Towers’ ‘Twink Death’ rebirth

‘I wear my pride on my sleeve’: Inside Zach Noe Towers’ ‘Twink Death’ rebirth

Now in his self-described “Twink Death era,” Towers reflects on how Pride transformed from something terrifying in the closet to an empowering, year-round celebration of queer community and joy.

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The @NetflixIsAJoke Festival was sooo much fun. Didn't get to go? Live through us... latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
We watched everything we could at Netflix is a Joke. This is what stood out

We watched everything we could at Netflix is a Joke. This is what stood out

Netflix is a Joke Festival brought a seven-day comedy explosion to Los Angeles, with stand-up, podcasts, variety shows, and musical performances starring comedy heavyweights like Seinfeld, Dave...

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I got to talk to @anjelahjohnson all about her newest special Ugly Baby that comes out on YouTube Sunday! Read all about it and the watch it! 👇🙏 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes blends motherhood with her funny tia tendencies in 'Ugly Baby'

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes blends motherhood with her funny tia tendencies in 'Ugly Baby'

Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes releases her seventh special, 'Ugly Baby,' on Mother's Day, marking a vulnerable shift from material about not wanting kids to exploring motherhood.

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The Netflix is a Joke Festival is about to be BANANAS. If you're looking for something to see during it, this might be a good place to start. ❤️👇 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
The 20 Netflix Is a Joke shows we're most excited for this year

The 20 Netflix Is a Joke shows we're most excited for this year

The 20 Netflix Is a Joke shows we're most excited to see this year, from Ralph Barbosa to Seinfeld to Atsuko Okatsuka and Flight of the Conchords.

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LA!! Grab today's LA Times and read all about @arishaffir's new HILARIO show on @YMHstudios called The End!! *link in bio for non-LA peeps
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I got to talk to @arishaffir about his new INSANE storytelling show The End, that is out on @YMHstudios TODAY!! Go watch it all but first, read! 👇🙏 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
Ari Shaffir brings back the storytelling show that launched comedy careers, but says this is 'The...

Ari Shaffir brings back the storytelling show that launched comedy careers, but says this is 'The...

Ari Shaffir brings back the storytelling show format that launched comedy careers with 'The End,' a seven-part series featuring 23 comedians sharing uncensored, real-life stories from the Box NYC.

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I got to talk to @marknorm for the LA Times about his new Neflix special, but before you watch it (sooo funny omg), read all about it here! 👇👇 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
Mark Normand proves he's a master of the quick joke in new Netflix special

Mark Normand proves he's a master of the quick joke in new Netflix special

The hourlong special showcases Normand's signature irreverent humor, delivering a joke every 15 to 20 seconds with his trademark twisted interpretations.

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Don't forget to turn your clocks one hour closer to death tonight! xo
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I got to talk to @Ali_Speaks for the LA Times and this man is funny just BREATHING. Please check out all of his specials but first, read about him here!! 👇🙏 latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
Ali Siddiq's comedy proves that the best specials don't need networks to win awards

Ali Siddiq's comedy proves that the best specials don't need networks to win awards

Houston comedian Ali Siddiq's "My Two Sons" becomes the first independent comedy special to win an NAACP Image Award.

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Marvin Gaye did not have a single clue what was going on in the world lmaooooo
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Shout out to all y'all who already gave up on your resolutions. You'll rock that shit next time and whatnot.
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Not for kids or easily offended adults.
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Big thanks to @latimes & @AliNotAlli for the shoutout🎉 Great group to be a part of 🎤🤣 Stream "The Family Thread" now on @primevideo #TheFamilyThread
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Just a heads up, it's OK to be sad about Rob Reiner's death without letting everyone know that you "didn't agree with this politics". No one gives a fuck.
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Comedy did a TON this year. Check out some of the best and if you don't like them, it's fine, you check out others. So simple! latimes.com/entertainment-ar…
The 33 best comedy specials of 2025

The 33 best comedy specials of 2025

The best comedy of 2025 includes specials by Frankie Quiñones, Andrew Schulz, Jordan Jensen, Sebastian Maniscalco, Bill Burr, Atsuko Okatsuka and Gabriel Iglesias.

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