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Tim Sample

Photo of Tim Sample wearing a Maine Tshirt and sunglasses alongside a pencil illustration he did of man speaking into a bullhorn in front of a crowd
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Maine comedic legend Tim Sample—known for his Maine accent and insights—recently announced his retirement from doing stand-up comedy. He joins us to discuss what’s funny and why, reflect on his career, and share what’s next for him.

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Tim Sample, Maine humorist whose New England style of humor has gained him a national following. In addition to TV, radio and a dozen popular albums, Tim spent 11 years as a regular correspondent for CBS News Sunday Morning. He has written and/or illustrated more than a dozen books.

A few of Tim's doodles:

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Jonathan was born in Monsey, New York. A field trip to Washington, DC when he was in 7th grade started him on his circuitous path to a career in public radio. The trip inspired a love of politics and led to his desire to one day call DC home. After graduating from Grinnell College, he worked on a couple of campaigns in Iowa (presidential and congressional) and moved to Washington, DC.