Puns have long been the ugly stepchildren of comedy, derided for generations as the dull weapon of choice of trying-too-hard dads and uncles. But what was once considered the lowest form of humor has ...

MY family and friends all groan when I make a pun. Probably yours do. Why? I like puns. Probably you do. Possibly most people like puns, at least in moderation. But it is the fashion now to brand them ...

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. Listen 4:17 "A pun is notoriously ...