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In the 1990s, 'edgy' standup comic Melville Snelson had it all - but twenty-five years later, his jokes come off as tired and offensive. Desperate for a comeback, Snelson sets...

In the 1990s, 'edgy' standup comic MELVILLE SNELSON had it all-but twenty-five years later, his jokes come off as tired and offensive. Desperate for a comeback, Snelson sets out on...

Snelson's standup comedy is two decades past its sell-by date, and hecklers now outnumber fans. His interpretation of this rejection-as 'cancellation' for being edgy-propels Snelson to the fringes of alt-right...

Snelson's standup comedy is two decades past its sell-by date, and hecklers now outnumber fans. His interpretation of this rejection-as 'cancellation' for being edgy-propels Snelson to the fringes of alt-right...

Cue up the laugh track! Comedian Melville Snelson doesn't know how many oxycontins he took. (Laughter) His shows are bombing. (Laughter) His website is attracting trolls who threaten violence. (Laughter)...

Last issue, a.k.a. the punchline! Comedian Melville Snelson's career-restoring flirtation with the online alt-right descends into crisis when he learns that his newest, loudest, and most loyal fans can also...