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MAKE 'EM LAUGH | Jim Lehrer | PBS

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PBS presents MAKE 'EM LAUGH: THE FUNNY BUSINESS OF AMERICA, a six-hour comedy epic showcasing the most hilarious men, women and moments in American entertainment and why they made us laugh. Hosted by funnyman Billy Crystal and narrated by Amy Sedaris, the documentary explores the currents of American comedy throughout a century of social and political change. Wednesdays, starting January 14th, 2009 at 8/7C (check local listings).

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Post Date: December 2, 2008