Last Comic Standing

I despise American Idol with a passion. I've never watched any of the Dancing Competition shows (save for Adam Carolla's short stint on Dancing With The Stars) but already hate them too. And the idea that a bunch of yahoos are watching a talent show like America's Got Talent makes my blood boil.

So when I tuned into Last Comic Standing my mouth was watering at the idea of shitting all over it. If we've learned anything from this blog it's that I am an idiot. Why would I expect a show with Greg Giraldo and Craig Robinson to be anything but funny?

As much as I dislike the reality contest format, getting a bunch of comedians together is uniquely suited for this. I'm sure I will never really care who wins the season, that will be secondary to how many times Giraldo can burn the contestants and his co-hosts.

And so far, some of the aspiring comedians are pretty decent. Craig Robinson is charismatic as always. Andy Kindler and Natasha Leggero round out the judges panel, and while I am not familiar with either of them, both seemed quite funny and insightful (i.e. didn't sound like Randy Jackson).

I guess I only have one real complaint. As much as I enjoyed watching this show, I am certain that I would enjoy a sitcom starring Craig Robinson and Greg Giraldo much more. It's almost a waste to take two of the funniest people alive and make them listen to other people tell jokes. That being said, I'm just glad to see Greg Giraldo on my TV in any format.

Ike Diamonds Top Three Comics Working Today List:

1 - Dave Attelle

2 - Chris Rock

3 - Greg Giraldo

* Dave Chappelle immediately vaults to the number one spot on here if he puts out another special/tours again.