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How Netflix’s Stand-Up Boom Upended the Louis C.K. Model—For Better and Worse

MAKE IT RAIN

Five years ago, Louis C.K. tried to revolutionize the stand-up comedy delivery system. Now, he’s succumbed to the power of Netflix.

Matt Wilstein
Matt Wilstein 

Senior Editor

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Matt Wilstein

Matt Wilstein

Senior Editor

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