About this season
These half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone for many of today's stand-up stars.
Episodes (16)
1. The Amazing Johnathan
Aired 25 June 2001
The Amazing Johnathan shows off his ""magic.""
2. Maria Bamford (1)
Aired 2 July 2001
Maria Bamford is a small town girl who hits the big time in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
3. The Sklar Brothers (1)
Aired 9 July 2001
Jason and Randy Sklar relive their teenage years in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
4. Slovin & Allen
Aired 16 July 2001
Slovin & Allen put a new spin on old time comedy duos in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
5. Louis Ramey
Aired 30 July 2001
Louis Ramey hits on race, politics, parties and women in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
6. Tom Rhodes (1)
Aired 6 August 2001
Tom Rhodes explores the funny side of cultural differences in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
7. Ted Alexandro (1)
Aired 13 August 2001
Ted Alexandro expresses frustration with his friends, job and love life in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
8. Tony Woods
Aired 20 August 2001
Tony Woods adds a humorous twist to classic fairy tales in this Comedy Central stand-up special.
9. Tom Papa (1)
Aired 27 August 2001
Tom Papa brings everyone's dirty little secrets to light in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
10. Louis C.K.
Aired 3 September 2001
Louis C.K. talks about life in New York City in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
11. Bil Dwyer
Aired 10 September 2001
Bil Dwyer vents his frustration with married life and fatherhood in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
12. Zach Galifianakis
Aired 17 September 2001
Zach Galifianakis dances and sings his way through this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
13. Doug Stanhope
Aired 24 September 2001
Doug Stanhope goes into great detail about his late-night escapades in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
14. Gary Valentine
Aired 1 October 2001
Gary Valentine talks about the hardships of being single in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
15. Ardal O'Hanlon
Aired 8 October 2001
Irish comedian Ardal O'Hanlon jokes about his native country in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.
16. Todd Glass
Aired 15 October 2001
Todd Glass takes a harsh look at some classic stand-up routines in this Comedy Central Presents stand-up special.