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Vivian Manning-Schaffel

Journalist. Essayist. Editor. Rumpshaker.

May 29, 2025

Mike Birbiglia on Why He Veers Away From Politics in His Comedy, Who Critiques His Jokes, and His New Netflix Special

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Vanity Fair


In advance of his new special, The Good Life, the comedian talks to Vanity Fair about deciding what’s funny, toggling between media, and whose writing he considers “the gold standard.”

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TAGS: Comedy, Humor, Interview


July 29, 2024

The Semi-Egalitarian Sex Life of Elaine Benes

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Oldster


Looking back, Elaine’s sexual freedom was one of the best things about Seinfeld.

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TAGS: Journalism, Women, Culture, Comedy


October 10, 2023

Keegan-Michael and Elle Key School Us in Sketch Comedy

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Shondaland


The comedic couple’s new book, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” explains the origins of the art form.

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TAGS: Author Interview, Comedy


December 27, 2022

Chelsea Handler on her New Netflix special, 'Revolution,' and What Happened When She Met George Bush

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Shondaland


Handler talks to Shondaland about what it took to get back on the stand-up stage.

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TAGS: Comedy, Humor, Celebrity


November 17, 2022

On ‘Dead to Me,’ Linda Cardellini Gives Us Life

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Shondaland


With the final season of the acclaimed Netflix dark comedy upon us, Cardellini reflects on the juicy role of Judy, her palpable chemistry with co-star Christina Applegate, who inspires her, and what she’s up to next.

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TAGS: Interview, Celebrity, Comedy, Humor


October 7, 2022

'Derry Girls' Creator Lisa McGee on the Hit Series' Final Season

by Vivian Manning-Schaffel in Shondaland


McGee chats about the Netflix hit's lasting impact, the art of character development, and what’s up for her next.

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TAGS: Culture, Comedy, Humor, Interview, Women



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