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Jimmy Tingle            

Stand-up Comedian & Outspoken Social Commentator

One of the nation’s most popular political humorists, Jimmy Tingle is the master of the good-natured, bi-partisan jab. Moving behind the headlines to uncover the bizarre truths of the American political system, he sheds new light on the absurdities that cross party lines. He offers a fresh look at the world—and challenges audiences to open their eyes to the humor embedded in their daily lives. Why does bottled water have an expiration date? Why do they say consumer confidence is down when confidence isn’t lacking—money is! Described as a cross between Jerry Seinfeld and Andy Rooney, Tingle served as commentator for 60 Minutes II and received rave reviews for his one-man show, Jimmy Tingle’s Uncommon Sense. He wrote and produced Jimmy Tingle’s American Dream, documentary that takes a humorous look at the fact and fiction of the American Dream. He has triumphed on The Tonight Show, The Late Show with Conan O’Brien and his own HBO comedy special. Always known for his intellectual curiosity, Tingle received his Master’s degree in Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government.

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Jimmy Tingle's American Dream

Are you looking for something different—fun and entertaining, yet with a relevant message—that will unite your group and inspire them with pride and patriotism while making them laugh? Jimmy Tingle's newest program blends his award-winning documentary film, Jimmy Tingle's American Dream, with a taste of his unique and insightful live stand-up comedy. He welcomes questions from the audience following the screening of the film, providing an uncommon take on what it means to be an American in the 21st century.

The winner of Independent Film Quarterly's Film and New Media Festival "Best Documentary" award, Jimmy Tingle's American Dream is a one-hour tour de force of comedy, commentary, and conversation with Howard Zinn, Robert Altman, Mort Sahl, Lewis Black, Bobcat Goldthwait, Jimmy's mother, and other real Americans defining what it means to be a citizen of modern America. [View a preview of the film here.]

The film (run time is approximately 62 minutes) is followed by 30 minutes of Q&A and improv comedy for a complete program that will leave your audience uplifted and optimistic.

Jimmy Tingle for President: The Funniest Campaign in History

A nationally known presidential campaign comedian, filmmaker, and commentator for 60 Minutes II, Jimmy Tingle has constructed another hilarious, thought-provoking, and politically charged presentation based on his 2012 run for the presidency. As the founder of the "Humor for Humanity" party, Jimmy Tingle is running on his comedic record. The campaign underlines his passion and creative thinking on every issue the next president must grapple with, from alternative energy and immigration to jobs and the national debt. Despite the seriousness of the issues confronting America and the world, Jimmy Tingle for President is the funniest campaign in history!

Jimmy Tingle! Making Comic Sense

Jimmy Tingle is a brilliant humorist who targets the things in contemporary life that just don't make sense. Whether it's politics, parking tickets, automated telephone menus, our frustrations with technology, or smoking, Tingle's eye for the absurd makes his wit a hit with audiences everywhere. This is Jimmy’s current hot program, although he has a wide repertoire of material that he can present.

Uncommon Sense

Jimmy Tingle is a brilliant humorist who targets the things in contemporary life that just don't make sense. Whether it's politics, parking tickets, automated telephone menus, our frustrations with technology or smoking - Tingle's eye for the absurd makes his wit a hit with audiences everywhere.

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