The Sound of Young America: Michael Ian Black and Michael Showalter

27th July 2009

Michael Showalter and Michael Ian Black helped found the sketch comedy group The State more than 20 years ago. They’ve worked together regularly ever since. Their projects together have included Stella (with David Wain), several standup tours, and now a new Comedy Central series, Michael & Michael Have Issues.

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Michael Showalter and Michael Ian Black helped found the sketch comedy group The State more than 20 years ago. They’ve worked together regularly ever since. Their projects together have included Stella (with David Wain), several standup tours, and now a new Comedy Central series, Michael & Michael Have Issues.

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