How Regional Humor Shapes National Comedy: What Local Voices Teach Mainstream TV 

Regional comedy remains one of the most influential forces behind the evolution of mainstream humor. Robert Caldwell of PA and others have pointed out that local culture, dialects, and experiences that are unique to a community continue to shape the national comedic identity. As television broadens its reach, regional humor plays a growing role in defining how audiences connect… Continue reading How Regional Humor Shapes National Comedy: What Local Voices Teach Mainstream TV