Comedy on Community Radio

Canadians have a small but mighty choice when it comes to comedy on the radio. 

CBC Radio One features nationally broadcast programs such as Laugh Out Loud, Because News, and The Debaters, while Bellmedia properties include Funny820 in Hamilton, Funny1060 in Calgary, and Inside Jokes is a weekly comedy show on AM640 in Toronto. These stations feature shows that range from pre-taped stand up sets, to panel shows, to artist interviews.

Sometimes you have to go beyond the mainstream to find the kind of comedy that works for you. We have compiled a list of comedy radio shows from community and college stations across Canada. You can listen to almost all of these stations live online, or catch up on the shows that include a podcast after they go off air.

The Stand Up Sit Down
CFCR 90.5 FM in Saskatoon - Thursdays at 12:30am
Saskatoon comedian Trevor Dean hosts The Stand Up Sit Down, where he interviews comedians about their stand-up comedy and plugs upcoming local performances.

What’s the Deal with Airline Food
CHRW 94.9 in London - Every other Thursday at 10:30am
Each week Etay Kuperman and their guest choose a comedy set, then they discuss them together for the ultimate comedy commentary.

Cheeze Pleeze
Syndicated - Various dates and times
Cheeze Pleeze is a weekly comedy radio program out of Nova Scotia, highlighting the worst “cheezy” music in the funniest way, including Canadian musical comedy.

Comic Jenius
CJSR 88.5 in Edmonton - Thursdays at 12am
Comic Jenius meets local and touring comedians in the green room to talk comedy. You will hear performance clips, interviews, and more.

The Comedy Grind
CJTR 91.3FM in Regina - Wednesdays at 10pm
The Comedy Grind brings you everything you need to know about Regina’s comedy scene. From stand up shows to open mics, improv theatre to sketch, they give you all the details.

Joke’s On You
CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg - Sundays at 5pm
Hosted by Jon Wilson, Joke’s on You connects listeners with the comedic talents of Winnipeg’s stand up comedy community. 

Saint Jon Forward
Local 107.3FM in Saint John - Mondays at 9pm
Hosted by Jon Forward, Saint John, New Brunswick's #2 comedian, this show features interviews with local comedians talking about the Canadian comedy industry, pop culture and current events.

What’s So Funny?
CFRO 100.5FM Co-op Radio in Vancouver - Sundays at 11pm
Since 2004 host Guy MacPherson has been presenting the ins and outs of the comedy business on-air with interviews and clips from local and visiting comics. “The show that talks about the funny with the people who make it happen.”