Patton Oswalt Essentials

Comedian Patton Oswalt spins wit and cynicism into sharp comedy that lucidly picks apart American culture, politics, parenting, religion and even Nickelback. Since starting out as a standup in the late '80s, he's been a regular fixture on television and film, but his on-stage act remains his most profound work. His scathing sarcasm carries his acute observations to hilarious heights, especially when taking on the absurdity of fast food ("America Has Spoken"), the pains and pleasures of sleeping pills ("Parents and Pills") and his daughter's most horrifying outburst ("Adorable Racism").