Emery Emery


Emery Emery is an American comedian, film editor and producer, and outspoken atheist, known for his contribution to numerous comedyrelated films and TV shows, his two podcasts, Skeptically Yours, and the awardwinning Ardent Atheist. Further, he has the distinction of being a contributor to The Atheists Guide to Christmas, and the editor of the documentary The Aristocrats.

Emery was born Emery Emery II in Anaheim, California, his father was Emery Emery also, but later changed his name to Bob. Emery and his family moved to Kansas City when he was two. He got his start doing openmic nights in 1981 in the Kansas City area, and got his first solo gig at the comedy club Stanford and Sons in 1984. Emery developed an act that was a blend of dark comedy and observational humor, which he said was inspired by Bill Hicks. He has also listed Sam Kinison and Lenny Bruce as key influences. Emery quickly gained local attention, and was featured in several articles in the Kansas City Star and the Olathe Daily News.

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