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The Comedian as Master Troll

August 28, 2025

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Louisa Melcher and Andrew Fox represent a new kind of comedy star: They wield obnoxiousness and alienation for humor — as long as you’re in on the joke.

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The Comedian as Master Troll

Louisa Melcher and Andrew Fox represent a new kind of comedy star: They wield obnoxiousness and alienation for humor — as long as you’re in on the joke.

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