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Dave Hill

Dave Hill is a comedian, writer, and musician originally from Cleveland but now living in New York City. He has writ­ten for The New York TimesThe Paris ReviewSalonGQMcSweeney’s, theCleveland Plain Dealer, and Guitar World, among other publications. He is a regular contributor to public radio’s This American Life and hosts his own radio show, The Goddamn Dave Hill Show, on WFMU in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dave has starred in his own TV series, The King of Miami, on the MOJO Network, which was canceled even though Dave really liked it. He has also appeared on Comedy Central, BBC America, MTV, and Adult Swim, among others, and is a regular host on HBO and Cinemax. Dave performs live comedy in theaters and basements all over the world. He also plays guitar and sings in his own rock band, Valley Lodge, whose song “Go” is the theme song for HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John OliverDave Hill Doesn’t Live Here Anymore is his sec­ond collection of nonfiction essays. Tasteful Nudes: . . . and Other Misguided Attempts at Personal Growth and Validation is his first.

Dave Hill, Malcolm Gladwell, & Dick Cavett in: "Books Can Be Your Buddies"

Comedian Dave Hill presents HEART OF DARKNESS | Last Minute Book Report

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Dave Hill, Malcolm Gladwell, & Dick Cavett in: "Books Can Be Your Buddies"

Comedian Dave Hill presents HEART OF DARKNESS | Last Minute Book Report

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