Last Comics' Final Performances

This week, the remaining eight finalists were pared down to five for the final voting. Next week, the person viewers picked will be name the "Last Comic Standing". Each of the eight was given a chance to perform, then told whether they would go on or not. I was a little surprised that Ron G was eliminated, but they were all so good, it was a hard decision.

I was a little surprised Jim Tavare went on. Guess I just don't 'get' his humor. The other four to go on were my favorites, Iliza Shlesinger, Jeff Dye, Louis Ramey, and Marcus. I cast all my votes for Iliza, but I'll be happy if any of those four win. I think the exposure they received is going to help the careers of all the show's contestants. Past runners-up have done well.

There was one thing about the show that I took exception to. It was Bill Bellamy's monologue about visiting Idaho. Really, we aren't all potato farmers, as is the common stereotype. Nor was he probably the first black person ever seen. Even in the more remote parts of the state. Ironically, tomorrow is Idaho's African American cultural event, the Boise Soul Food Extravaganza. It will be held in the same park where the Idaho Black History Museum is located. I'll admit, we probably don't have as much ethnic diversity as other parts of the country, but Idaho, particularly the southern portion, isn't all that different from states with larger populations.

There was truth in his routine, as well. Idaho does have some beautiful lakes and water skiing is a popular sport. They even have a fund raiser in the winter where people water ski in frigid weather to earn money for their favorite charities. Our favorite weatherman always promises to water ski without a wet suit on if he received enough pledges. We also have the opportunity to see bald eagles in the wild. My husband has photographed many within a mile or two of our home. We have herons that visit our neighborhood ponds. Then there are the geese. Too many. Geese are to Boise what pigeons are to New York City. But, I digress.

We may have seen the last performances by the contestants of "Last Comic Standing", but there will be one more show next week to tell us who won. I'll be looking forward to that. I've been pleased that there was a little coverage of the comics back at the house. All in all, I agree with those who say this is their best season ever.