Geoff Bennett, co-anchor of PBS Newshour, joins TODAY to share his new book “Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of ...

When you think of Black stand-up comedy, venues like the Apollo Amateur Night may come to mind. The greatest Black comedians have showcased comedic styles that range from raunchy to satiric to ...

"What surprised me while writing Black Out Loud was how much comedy and the news actually overlap," he says. "The comedians I ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with journalist Geoff Bennett about his new book, "Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black ...

Former late-night talk show host and comedian Conan O’Brien was selected by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ...

The Daily Show has found its new host to replace Jon Stewart at the end of the year. According to the New York Times, South African comedian Trevor Noah will take over hosting duties on the popular ...

As “Saturday Night Live” embarks on its 50th season, the contributions of Black cast members have sparked discussions about representation and impact within the iconic sketch comedy show. The debate ...

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Comedian Alfred Mugenzi stands on the dimly lit stage, and a single spotlight illuminates his figure. The audience in Bujumbura laughs ...

Few figures in entertainment navigate both sides of the camera with the mastery of Chris Spencer. As executive producer and co-host of VICE TV’s groundbreaking docuseries “Black Comedy in America,” ...