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The Subtle Art of the Dad Joke
Long ago, when the first cavedad hit his cavehead on the cave overhang and dropped a stone on his cavefoot, his caveson cavelaughed.
By ARC3 years ago in Humor
Rules To Waving To Pets
It’s come to my attention that not everyone knows the rules to waving to pets. This is not something you just guess at. There is protocol. There are rules. It is an artform. It is a science.
By Stephen Kramer Avitabile3 years ago in Humor
Seincraft. Runner-Up in Pitch Your Pilot Challenge.
FADE IN / BASS GUITAR RIFF INT. JERRY'S APARTMENT - DAY George is pacing back and forth, his face etched with concern. Jerry sits at the table with a mug of coffee.
By Madoka Mori3 years ago in Humor
Writer's Block: an All New Formula
Have you ever had an idea that just gnaws at you, something that just takes up all your headspace for a day? Are you having trouble staying focused at work or keeping up with your local game of sports ball? Do your spouse or kids call for you and you don't hear them because you're fiercely pounding away at a keyboard in the other room? If so, then we have the perfect solution for you! We are introducing the all new and improved formula cream: Writer's Block! (Now approved by the FDA!*)
By Ian Read3 years ago in Humor
Introducing the Humor Community
Laughter is a universal language that brings people together, and here, we invite you to join a community that embraces the sheer joy of humor. From hilarious anecdotes to clever one-liners, this community is your platform to unleash your funny bone, share your comedic talents, and connect with like-minded individuals who appreciate the power of laughter.
By Vocal Team3 years ago in Humor
The Jokester and the Jerk
While the origins of April Fool's Day are disputed, ranging from Geoffrey Chauncer and The Canterbury Tales, to folk tradition, to now-lost Pagan festivities, by now it's a fairly common tradition.
By Natasja Rose3 years ago in Humor
How (Not) To Kill A Roommate
Hello and hello… I wrote this some time ago when I was still living with roommates. I have seen them come and go; I have seen a lot of different types of behaviour and observed that certain things do not change. Instead, they repeat themselves, like comedy or tragedy on the world stage.
By Kendall Defoe 4 years ago in Humor
We Don't Stop Meme-ing Because It Grows Old; We Grow Old Because We Stop Meme-ing
I've written several 'comedy routines' inspired by the memes I yank from my Facebook feed. I call this series Meme-ing For Laughs. I started writing this crap a long time ago, before Vocal had a Humor Community. I'm now in the process of migrating all those guffaws over here— to their proper place in the Humor Community! This one previously won a Top Story thingie!!! ⚡😁👍
By Lightning Bolt ⚡about a year ago in Humor
Vocal Memes for Established Creators (Part II)
After having a bit of a rough patch last year I decided to release my list of Vocal Memes for Established Creators to try and lift the mood, and I have to say, it was relatively successful. My decision to do so was largely inspired by my life motto which goes something like:
By J. R. Lowe4 years ago in Humor
Stop Calling Your Children 'Josh'
Dear expectant mothers, fathers, or people otherwise considering changing their names, I am writing to you regarding the present name crisis stemming from the overuse of the name 'Josh'. Do NOT, under any circumstances, contribute any further to this crisis by creating yet another birth certificate with the name 'Josh' on it. It's not trendy, or cute, or anything in-between the two. It's downright inconsiderate of you. Why? Well, where do I begin?
By J. R. Lowe4 years ago in Humor
Vocal Memes for Established Creators
Life can be tough sometimes. No, scratch that, life can be drop-dead awful sometimes. But when times get tough, I find that humour and seeing the lighter side to things always paves the way to a more positive outlook. I think Maurice Chevalier summed it up quite nicely when he said:
By J. R. Lowe4 years ago in Humor
Top Six Tricks to Being a Terrible AirBnB Guest
My husband and I run an AirBnb on five acres in the Pacific Northwest that is also home to two dogs, one floppy-eared bunny, a plethora of ducks and chickens, a rescue aviary full of doves, finches, and quail, and a cat who fancies herself the queen of all of us. It is a labor of love that is equal parts insanity, joy, frustration, and laughter. Most of our guests are incredible, lovely people that we remember fondly. But it's the terrible guests who are seared forever in our memories. Here's how to be one...
By tmarie @unfunnyme2 years ago in Humor