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Oct 2023
43m 45s

The Golden Age of Sketch Comedy | 101

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On this episode of History of the 90s we’re looking back at the golden age of Sketch Comedy. During the 1990s television networks realized that sketch comedy was cheaper and easier to make than sitcoms leading to a flood of edgy and hilarious shows like Kids in the Hall, MadTV and Mr. Show. Show contact info: Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: 90s@curiousca ... Show More
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