Update: Bad news. The videos have been pulled from YouTube so we removed them from this post. The good news is that we’ve found a replacement and embedded it below. If the video below doesn’t work, try this link. Ultimately, your best bet is to download the torrent – just search for “Talking Funny.”

It’s not often, if ever, we get to see arguably the current kings of comedy sit down and discuss in some sincerity their chosen art.

As part of an HBO special, the four sit down for a pretty remarkable and fascinating insight into comedy and their individual styles and careers.

It’s not tech related but it is a must watch.

I think one commenter sums it up perfectly.

You could cut the ego in that room with a knife

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