Best Comedy of 2014 Special

Episode 152

30th December 2014

Get ready for the funniest episode of Bullseye this year. We present selections from the best comedy albums of 2014. This special episode of the program includes chunks from Bob Odenkirk, Cameron Esposito, Patton Oswalt, Jim Gaffigan, Hannibal Buress, Sarah Silverman, Hari Kondabolu and many, many, many more.

Episode notes

Today we’re spotlighting what we think is the greatest comedy of the year. The Bullseye staff has poured over plenty of records, including industry veterans, newcomers and lesser known talents. Now we’re ready to showcase what we think is the best stand up comedy of 2014.

You can find all of these albums available for purchase, except for the set from the Atlantic Ocean Comedy and Music Festival.

Patton OswaltTragedy Plus Comedy Equals Time

Cristela AlonzoSome Of The Hits

Cameron EspositoSame Sex Symbol

Jasper ReddJazz Talk

Jim GaffiganObsessed

Hannibal BuressLive From Chicago

Tommy JohnaginStand-Up Comedy 3

Nadia Kamil at the the Atlantic Ocean Comedy and Music Festival

Chris GethardMy Comedy Album

Andrés du Bouchet20-Sided Guy

Bob OdenkirkAmateur Hour

Jackie KashianThis Will Make an Excellent Horcrux

Sarah SilvermanWe Are Miracles

Hari KondaboluWaiting for 2042

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