Daren Streblow (born on January 5, 1971) is an

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stand-up

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and

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show host originally from

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. He is most noted for his clean, observational humor.

Style

Daren Streblow performs mostly observational comedy, referencing to everyday subjects for parts of his routine. He has opened for

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, James Gregory, and

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. His subjects are usually about

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and what he sees as awkward parts of society, such as waterslides being "torture." His

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offbeat style has earned him the title "The King Of Uncool". He refrains from

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and using sexual

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in his routines, drawing inspiration from everyday life in the style of Brian Regan and

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, though more akin to

, as he styles his comedy as a unique style of observational stand-up comedy. Streblow considers himself an "Outreach Comedian," though his acts do not normally feature topics about his religion.

Career

Originally a radio show host, Streblow stepped down to become a full-time comedian in 1998. Streblow has toured the United States with

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recording artist Jeff Anderson and comedian David Phelps, in which

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attended. He also performed between bands on both nights of the 2007

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, a

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festival in

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. He regularly tours in the U.S. and continues to host his syndicated radio program, The Daren Streblow Comedy Show. His comedy performances have grown to reach 60 markets internationally. Streblow has been featured in numerous comedy stand-up

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and TV shows including Ken Davis and Friends: Lighten Up and Laugh!, Bananas, Bananas Season 1 and Thou Shalt Laugh 5. Daren's syndicated radio program, The Daren Streblow Comedy Show airs on over 60 stations and regularly includes well-known comedians such as

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and

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Personal life

Streblow is a

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and is frequently booked for his squeaky-clean comedy in large churches and youth organizations, though he refrains from "preaching" in routines. It is unknown if he refers to his comedy as "Christian Comedy," though he is a member of Outreach Comedy. He has stated that "if you bring God with you... people notice and people will ask questions... just be faithful." He lives in

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with his wife and children.

Filmography

* 2005 Bananas * 2005 Bananas Season One * Ken Davis and Friends: Lighten Up and Laugh! * 2006 Thou Shalt Laugh

References

External links

Official Website
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