Ep 10. Headlines Volume 1
- October 17, 2006
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Favorite Comedy Bits season 1 episode 10 is titled "Headlines Volume 1." In this episode, Jay Leno showcases some of his favorite headlines from newspapers across the country. These are headlines that have caught his attention for being humorous, absurd, or just plain ridiculous.
The episode starts off with Jay introducing the segment and explaining how it works. He shows the audience a series of newspaper headlines that he has collected over the years, and then proceeds to make witty comments about each one. Some of the headlines are intentionally funny, like a story about a man who calls 911 to report a stolen snow shovel. Others are unintentionally hilarious, like a headline that proclaims "Juvenile Court to Try Shooting Defendant."
As the segment progresses, the headlines become progressively more ridiculous. Jay showcases stories about a woman who sues a grocery store for slipping on a grape, a man who tries to steal a car with a hand saw, and an entire town that is evacuated because of a skunk infestation. Jay's commentary is sharp and witty throughout, and his ability to find humor in even the most mundane stories is impressive.
One of the highlights of the episode is a series of headlines about typos and mistakes in newspapers. Jay presents a headline that reads "One-Armed Man Applauds the Kindness of Strangers," but notes that the story is actually about a man who lost his arm in a car accident. He also shows a headline that reads "Child's Death Ruins Couple's Holiday," and jokes that he's pretty sure the child wasn't having a very good time either.
Overall, "Headlines Volume 1" is a hilarious and entertaining episode of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. The segment is a classic example of Leno's comedic style, with his sharp observations and clever wit on full display. It's easy to see why this segment became a fan favorite, and why it still stands up as some of the best comedy that late night television has to offer.
For fans of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, "Headlines Volume 1" is a must-watch episode. It's a great introduction to Jay's unique brand of humor, and a showcase of his ability to find comedy in even the most mundane places. With so many absurd and hilarious headlines on display, there's never a dull moment in this episode.