Diary of a Failed Comedian

A Comedian Out Of Time

Patrice O’Neal’s lasting impact on the world of stand-up comedy

Jul 6 • Peter James

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April 2026

Searching For “And” In a World of “Either/Or”

On trying to have it all

Apr 7 • Peter James

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February 2026

Here’s What I Love About Infinite Jest

In this very large book, the best moments are the smallest ones

Feb 20 • Peter James

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January 2026

I’m A Member Of “The Lost Generation”

Looking back at an obvious reality

Jan 20 • Peter James

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Notes On Parental Frustration

The feeling underneath the feeling

Jan 5 • Peter James

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November 2025

The Xanadu Review: Episode 27- Peter James

On today’s episode of The Xanadu Review, I am joined by Peter James. We talk stand-up comedy, why he gave it up, comedy as an art form, how the culture…

Published on The Xanadu Review • Nov 3, 2025

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October 2025

The True Horror of The Shining

When a haunted hotel is the least of your concerns

Oct 20, 2025 • Peter James

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If You Want To Experiment, Master The Basics

The best way to start? Simply.

Oct 6, 2025 • Peter James

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September 2025

Late Night Is Already Over

Kimmel, Colbert and the current state of a once-hallowed American institution

Sep 18, 2025 • Peter James

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Tires Is The Only Comedy Show On TV

Saluting a Rarity in the Modern Streaming Age

Published on The Republic of Letters • Sep 17, 2025

State

A short story about memory, emotion, and high school football

Sep 16, 2025 • Peter James

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July 2025

Paternity Leave

There are about to be some big changes around here

Jul 21, 2025 • Peter James

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