About
Doctor FunnyExperience simultaneous sarcasms, hilarity hyperarousal, and satire sardonicus, all in Doctor Funny’s residency program. Sign on the dotted line and write for us.
Note from the editor
Do you write funny? Email mburg1955@gmail.com with your Medium handle and get added to the practice.
Editors
Michael Burg, MD (Satire Sommelier) 😬
The “MD” & “um” in Medium, and the “er” in wisenheimer | Doctor Funny editor/czar | Sultan of satire | Party Pooper - Mostly on Trump's party
John Corten
Editor for Doctor Funny. Creator of Participation Trophy Sports. Published in Slackjaw, Frazzled, The Haven, Write a Catalyst, and The Pub. Not to be trusted.
Writers
Michael Burg, MD (Satire Sommelier) 😬
The “MD” & “um” in Medium, and the “er” in wisenheimer | Doctor Funny editor/czar | Sultan of satire | Party Pooper - Mostly on Trump's party
Lucy Dan 蛋小姐 (she/her/她)
Filling in the cracks on conflicting self improvement advice and translating how these can work for a more diverse audience ✨ Icon by: @jkbarts #WEOC writer.
Adelia Ritchie, PhD
Author of "The Accidental Expat: A Costa Rican Adventure", science lover, contributing editor at SalishMagazine.org, expat, seeking the interesting and unusual
Hollie Petit, Ph.D.
Writes about fun, spirituality, positive psychology, creativity. https://www.holliepetit.com/. Editor of Everything Fun https://medium.com/everything-fun
David B. Clear
Cartoonist, science fan, PhD, eukaryote. Doesn't eat cats, dogs, nor other animals. 1,000x Bottom Writer. davidbclear.com
Will Hull
Yankee, Aussie and freelance (whatever-inspires-me) writer. Happier. https://medium.com/subscribe/@hullwb
Holly J See - editor fairy
Autodidact, MuddyUm coeditor, 5-letter word fan; achieved a 💯 64ordle score last July 4! Former editor at a national healthcare consulting firm. 🐩🐕
Kim Zuch
I write about nature, birdwatching, the outdoors, and conservation issues. I like to share pictures and sometimes my dogs show up. Twitter: @kimclawson2
Yana Bostongirl
✨A memoir in motion, no script, just life| Blogger with a quirky Indian American flavor🌶️| Owner of Good Vibes Club publication💫 & The Heritage Pub 🪔
Avi Kotzer
“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” ― Albert Einstein ▹ My column: https://medium.com/silly-little-dictionary ▹ avionmedium@gmail.com
Rick Post
Contributor to the Summit Daily newspaper, Slackjaw, The Haven, The Junction, MuddyUm, and ILLUMINATION.
Kristen Haveman
I am a dabbler and a story teller. Worked as a journalist for local small time paper but have a love of fiction with a to be read list to prove it.
Michael Hollifield
Writer, speaker, passionate about encouraging humanity through personal experience.
Hope
Writing whatever comes to mind. I think I’m kinda funny, too. Join Medium for access to all of my stories: https://medium.com/@hopeo/membership
Philip S. Naudus
High school teacher by day, koala by night. My wife is a cartoonist with a Ph.D., and she co-authors all of these articles.
Michael Trigg
A “Jack of all Trades” and master of some: Mechanic, Writer, Sales Rep, TV producer, Management, Insurance Agent, Consultant www.handshakeconsultants.com
Mike Hickman
Mike Hickman (@sirhenryatrawlinsonend@me.dm) is from York, England. Words in Red Fez, Little Old Lady Comedy, Doctor Funny, The Haven, Sledgehammer & many more
Randy Fredlund
I Write. Hopefully, you smile. Or maybe think a new thought. Striving to present words and pictures you can't ignore. Sometimes in complete sentences.
Andrew Rodwin
Brain Labs publisher. MuddyUm co-editor. Comedic phonemes in MuddyUm, Slackjaw, Jane Austen's Wastebasket, shopping lists, Sudoku, obituaries ...
John Corlis
"Owl," said Rabbit shortly, "you and I have brains. The others have fluff. If there is any thinking to be done in this Forest--you and I must do it." A.A.Milne
Deborah Camp
Award-winning writer/editor/columnist w/Masters in Anthropology & in Internat'l Relations. Topics: business, politics, humor, pets, etc deborah.camp@comcast.net
Sally Prag
I write creative nonfiction essays and poetry. Rethinking life through my words. Sometimes too seriously, sometimes not seriously enough.
Raine Lore
Independent author who enjoys illustration, photography and animation. Top writer in fiction. https://au.blurb.com/user/rainelore49?profile_preview=true
Don Drewniak
U.S. Army Veteran. Retired science/math teacher. Author of The Junk Picker and Desert Assassin, plus a bunch of other stuff. I reciprocate all reads.
Elizabeth Emerald
Kindly indulge my sundry (a)musings re living and loving. Please pass my words — wise and otherwise — to anyone who might relate and enjoy. Cheers.
Oscar Rhea
Mother of three. Medal of Honor Recipient. Heart Surgeon at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Liar.
Janet Meisel
Writer, poet, artist. I found myself here one day, settled in, and so far I don't want to leave. Life is weirdly beautiful , what more can I say?
Carol Lennox. LPC, M.Ed.
Psychotherapist sharing new choices. Leans far Left. Mindfulness practitioner before it was cool. LPC, M.Ed. Helping you make a difference every day
Zane Enos
Cartoonist, writer of fictional stories: mostly outrageous, zany humour, sometimes interwoven with social satire and morals. Some reflective stories on life.
T. Kent Jones
Words: McSweeney's, Points In Case, Slackjaw, The Daily Show on Comedy Central, The Rachel Maddow Show on MSNBC, Air America Radio with Marc Maron, more.
Liv Pasquarelli
I write about the intersection of culture and emerging technology... and, most successfully on Medium, personal tales of love and farts.
Mike Butler
Boost nominator, publisher, editor, and writer for Beyond the Scoreboard. Enjoying writing about sports, music, nostalgia, and family.
Jo An Fox-Wright Maddox
Former English professor ponders life, love, and how to leap tall buildings in a single bound.
Authentic Art
Top writer in self-growth and inner child. I love to write because it gets me in touch with myself. Hopefully, it’s also helpful to others. So far, so good!
Mather Schneider
Small press burnout. Stories and poetry the best I can. Become a member and help me out: https://matherschneider.medium.com/membership
Lon Shapiro
High quality creative & design https://guttmanshapiro.com. Former pro athlete & high quality performance coach. Teach the world one high quality joke at a time
Laura Berlinsky-Schine
Writer of words. Mocker of people and things. Dog mom to Hercules. The Rumpus, Points in Case, Illumination, Slackjaw, Belladonna, etc.
The Sturg (Gerald Sturgill)
Gay, disabled RV traveler, Cali-NY-PA, Boost Nominator. Editor at New Writers Welcome. Owner of International Indie Collective pubs.
David Martin
Wordsmith, humorist and author of “Dare to be Average” on Amazon. Support Dave’s writing by joining Medium: https://daretobeaverage.medium.com/membership
Argumentative Penguin
Playwright. Screenwriter. Penguin. Fan of rationalism and polite discourse. Find me causing chaos in the comments. Contact: argumentativepenguin@outlook.com
PJ Kaplan
Writer & animal lover. Dreamer of a happier world. Appreciator of the funny things in life. Protector of mother earth and all living beings who call her home.
Nancy Daley
Artist, food-worshipper, grouch, retired psychologist and uni lecturer (Human Sexuality). Currently running for Queen of the Universe.
Holly Hunter Morley
I write humorous and honest tales about family, marriage, and life over 50 | holly@talesfromthetrenches.com
Mark Eric Cohen
Mark Eric Cohen is an American writer of short humorous-but sometimes just sad fiction. In a previous incarnation he was M.e. Cohen, a political cartoonist.
Carlo Zeno
Top writer in poetry and satire. Migrant. Expat. INFP. Poet. Satirist. Tragedian. Tutor. Public Servant.
Paul Lander
TV/comedy writer/Producer, award-winning columnist. His humor pieces have appeared in MAD, American Bystander, Weekly Humorist, McSweeneys, etc.
Lindy Vogel
Salty bitch, mom of six. EIC at Sweary Mommy. Words in YourTango, Pregnant Chicken, Slackjaw, Human Parts, & Nameberry.
Craig Tyson Adams
A man whose recipe for triple fudge brownies includes two quarts of vodka, sauerkraut, and a heaping tablespoon of bbq sauce.
Michael Centrone
Just another domesticated creature whose had their free-range capabilities systematically suppressed | Top Writer in Music
John Werth
Musician and conductor, repairer of woodwinds, owner of dogs, band director, lapsed mathematician, and scribbler of thoughts on humor, politics or both at once.
Sheri Jacobs
Author, Educator, Actor www.sheri-jacobs.com Author of THE FRIENDSHIP DIET. Co-Creator @seriouslaughspod (Spotify) https://www.youtube.com/@SeriousLaughsPod
Shirley Laffa
Top Writer in Humor, Life Lessons - sharing funny true stories/what I’ve learned from mistakes. My book: https://amzn.to/3s01fDv Twitter: @shirley_laffa
Gregg Siegel
Gregg Siegel is a freelance copywriter, former freelance jokewriter for several late night shows and a competitive punner. Yes, that’s a thing.
Tom Navratil
Tom Navratil's debut novel, Dog's Breakfast, a comedy of international intrigue, was published Jan. 21, 2025. Still fresh!
Srini
Humor alchemist | Ship broker 🚢✨ For more humor, comics, and philosophy, subscribe to my "Wit & Wisdom with Srini" newsletter: https://srinihere.substack.com/
Bryn Del Mano
Still trying to figure it out, but finally free of the notion anyone is scrutinizing me…yes, my underwear is on my head. And?
Michelle A. Cmarik
40-ish mom trying to find her bearings while fishing for goldfish crackers. 8x Top Writer
Clif Haley
Sometimes Clif eats pizza with a fork, but usually not. He has somehow managed to get published in MuddyUm, The Haven, & Doctor Funny.
Michael Cappelli
Writer, poet, guitarist. Poetry is special. Most of the other stuff is funny crap, satire, and fiction. It's a multiple personality "thang."
CJ Sterling
Writer, journalist. Commentary: Washington Post, Economist, Daily Beast, New York Times, Seattle Times, Crosscut, The Stranger. 22.5 million views, Quora.
Steve Vernon
Writer of horror, humor. Retiree. Keeper of black cats, drinker of black coffee, and determinedly trying to lose some weight!
Patrick Eades
Humour to make you cry. Poetry to make you laugh. Lives down under with his head in the clouds, waiting for the words to fall.
Malky McEwan
Born storyteller. Born curious. Fascinated with what makes people tick and how the world works. https://malkymcewan.medium.com/subscribe
Speaking Fiction To Power
I am an old man who loves to write - to entertain, to produce a chuckle, and occasionally make a point I think is worth making - and sometimes all three!
Roz Potenza
Actress. Animal Lover. Artist. Absolutely bonkers over Great Danes. Aging only on the outside. Thanks for reading!!
Gill McCulloch
I write about first aid, subjects that move me deeply and situations that make me laugh. Founder, Safe + Sound First Aid Training Ltd. gillnmcculloch@gmail.com
Ann James
Her writing muse lurks in the volcanic hills amidst mustangs, marmots and jackalopes. While hiking with her dogs, Ann stumbles upon stories of dark humor.
Robert Shaneyfelt
I received my Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Trine University. “To write about life first, you must live it.” - Ernest Hemingway
Michael Shlain
Shlain is a writer and filmmaker currently at large in Europe. He is composed of 68.7% water, enjoys dancing Argentine Tango and can mix a mean Manhattan.
Dave Logan
Independent Bookstore Manager, Book Nerd, Storyteller, Mental Health Advocate. Writer & Editor @ Write Under the Moon.
Marianne Curan
Writer/Comic Actor/TV/Radio Host/Martha Stewart Impersonator. Humans, dogs, food & ocean lover. Video Demos: https://vimeo.com/channels/1023907/videos
KE Brewer
Your guess is as good as mine. | Humor | Satire | Life | Mental Health | Inspiration | Spirituality
Randyduke
https://www.amazon.com/Pisco-Peru-Randy-Duke/dp/1908728981 Traveling Carny Geek. Novelist. Spirits enthusiast. Aficionado of the weird and absurd. Cheers.
Caleb Coy
Caleb Coy is a humorist and freelance writer from Virginia. Work in McSweeney's, Slackjaw, Weekly Humorist, elsewhere. Follow @CalebCoyGuard
Ben Ulansey
Writer, musician, entertainment enthusiast, and amateur lucid dreamer. I write memoirs, satires, reviews, philosophical treatises, and everything in between 🐙
Suzanne Pisano
Writer. Singer. Jersey girl. Personal essays and poetry. Humor when the mood strikes. Editor for The Memoirist and Age of Empathy.
Grandma Smillew
Grandma. Pink belt in social media marketing. I love flash fiction and stories about Grandmas (submit here: https://medium.com/grandma-power)
Robin Banks
Millionaire. Father. Self-proclaimed snob. Also a bestselling author of the book, "How To Fake It Until You Make It."
Rosalie Berg
Mom of two, wife of one, hoping to share a bit of humor and hot opinions with fellow my humans. Follow me on Instagram at mothers_out_loud! Nope it’s not porn.
Melissa Gray
I don't fit in a box, unless it's a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. Follow me anyway. Mom of two. Wife of one. Editor.
Chris Eno McMahon
An MFA and erstwhile Homemaker of the Year whose humor has appeared in McSweeney's, Weekly Humorist, Points in Case, Slackjaw, and many other places.
Deb Palmer
Author & Freelance Storyteller — Sweeping humor and gut-wrenching truth from under the rug —
Aurelia Bliss
I write nonfiction, fiction, and sort-of-sort-of-not fiction. Whatever I'm writing at the moment is always me giving a peek. Top writer in Humor and History.
Christine Stevens
Funny lady, writer of satire and sex, proud Californian. Like me? You can buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/xtinesteveO. Cheers!
Bruce Coulter
I'm a retired, disabled veteran and photographer. Join me and others on Medium. https://medium.com/@brucecoulter_75270/membership
Matthew Clapham
Professional translator by day. Writer of silly and serious stuff by night. Also by day, when I get fed up of tedious translations. Founder of Iberospherical.
Daniel Williams
A poverty-stricken soft Batman by night. Illustrator and writing teacher by day. Previously: McSweeney’s, Slackjaw.
A.J. Cralle (she, her)
💜DIABETES TYPE 2: Little Pricks Suck💜 AJ.’s the mom of a Q+ family living in a cottage w/ a periwinkle front door. Editor@Sweary Mommy & Editor@Modern Women
Lilith Helstrom
I talk about religion, sex, emotions, and life. Whatever I happen to be thinking about that I think might be interesting. Top Writer in multiple categories.
Alex Praytor
Writer, traveler, and avid coffee drinker. Originally from Texas, I've made Romania my home for 10+ years. https://ko-fi.com/alexpray
Jim Marcotte
Optimistic malcontent. Part curmudgeon, part chameleon. Fountain of knowledge/some of it true. Copywriter, licensing agent, marketer, dog person.
Meatball
My pronouns are Tweedledee and Tweedledumb....I'm round, get over it. 😁Read and Engage...!!!
Robin Wilding 💎
PhD in Humorology • Amateur Twatopotamus • Boost Nominator • Knobhead of the Year 2024 • Possibly a Dude • Find me on Substack-- wildingout.substack.com
Nikos Skordilis
Curious Top 0.1% content creator gaining a more beautiful mind and a lighter heart via his words and visuals.
Patricia Jeanne
I write satire, tech-related, and personal essays. Interests include cybersecurity, tech use & Neuroscience. Lizzie Lizard Brain is my darker, funnier side.
H. Mikel Feilen
I am a writer, dancer, artist, and author - You can read more of my articles at - https://www.newsbreak.com/@c/1876043?s=01
Amol Shrikhande
I'm a Gen X doctor who writes about US cities, especially the disrespected ones. https://composemd.com/
Chris Yanda
I am sometimes hilarious and always from Canada. I live in the UK now. I find being alive fascinating. Editor for MuddyUm and Contemplate.
This, That & the Other Thing
I like to write about many things, and express deep and current thoughts. Profile pic is from an AI art generator.
Santa Claus
Expert craftsman & world traveler | Likes: sweets, snow, and reindeer husbandry | Dislikes: coal, assholes
Puck
Former Punk, Responsible Parent and Confused IT Professional. Whatever you've read, I'm probably joking.
Brendan Donaghy ☘️
'Anyone can be confident with a full head of hair. But a confident bald man - there's your diamond in the rough.' 😊 Larry David
Michael Vincent Mangano
Michael is a humorist/satirist and playwright, also published by Points in Case, Little Old Lady Comedy, and WryTimes.
Mark J. Shady
Contributing satire writer for The Hard Times as well as several other online satire publications. Also an award-winning filmmaker & indie film producer.
The Writing Wombat ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ
Online writer for 20 years with pieces featured on MSNBC, HuffPo, and Bill Maher. Cofounder of the original We Are Woman. Member of RAINN's Speaker Bureau.
L. A. Cargill
Lela is a Medical Laboratory Scientist with a BA in Journalism from SHSU, Retired and Writing. Join my Infinite Universe!. Please enable your sarcasm font!
Corey John Richards
Hopeful writer. Full time marketer/designer. Part time gardener. All time person.
Dr. Julian Barkan
Family Med Physician writing to express my thoughts, sometimes teach, and mostly learn. Editor of Flipping the Script/Patient Perspectives/Culinary Medicine
D. R. Gordon
Former Studio film editor, and comedy writer. Married, father of two. I write because I can.
Lisa Hides
Once voted kinda funny for a mom. Runs on coffee + chaos. Inquiries: ihidefrommykids@gmail.com; subscribe to my newsletter https://ihidefrommykids.substack.com/
Thomas Pease
Thomas is a retired English teacher who uses humor to highlight society’s foibles. Read more of his satire, fiction, nonfiction and poetry at ThomasPease.com.
Roz Warren, Writing Coach
Writing Coach Roz Warren (roSwarren@gmail.com) can help you improve and publish your work. Roz writes for everyone from the Funny Times to the New York Times.
Rick L. Huffman
I have been a Navy submariner, a television newscast director, a truck driver, and an English teacher. I live in Texas with my lovely wife and two spoiled pets.
Jurgen Manuel
Scribbler, Hillrod, Coyote. Does a mean Watusi. Writing with absolutely no one in mind. Yeah, that’s you. Put a cosmic spin on that…
John Corten
Editor for Doctor Funny. Creator of Participation Trophy Sports. Published in Slackjaw, Frazzled, The Haven, Write a Catalyst, and The Pub. Not to be trusted.
Brian Buseck
Brian Buseck is a writer and comic based in NYC. He created the Telly award winning webseries "Codependent" and makes a great grilled cheese.
Josh Mark
Founder of www.inspiringkeys.com. Remember, the most important thing in your life is – “You”. Take care of yourself, and everything else will fall into place.
Gael MacLean
Grant me the serenity to accept the stories I cannot tell, the courage to write the ones I must, and the wisdom to know when I'm just writing shite.
Fudgin' Politics
Politics is a Fudgin’ cesspool. We write humor, politics, world events, more! What people are talkin’ about. Read more @ https://fudginpolitics.substack.com/
John Pearce 🌻
Editor of "Eco", and formerly of Green Party magazine “Green World". Featured in "Ecologist". Author of “Gaia”, "The Little Green Book" & “The Medium Story".
Adam Rimland
My name is Adam. But you already knew that. If not, why did you read my bio before my name?Very suspicious. Pleas go to my website; it is cool. adamrimland.com
Saint Aladin
A 19-year-old creature pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering. Also, I love all things creative and fun.
Justin Courter
Justin's most recent novel is Cadenza. More about his work can be found at www.justincourter.com.
Smritika S
Dog-Mom for Life! | Data Engineer by Profession | Wanderer by Will | Chai-vanist by Choice | Thinkaholic by Type | Now Playing: The Mom of a Toddler Edition
Jim Mercurio
Screenwriter/Filmmaker—Writer: MuddyUm, Slackjaw, Frazzled, Funny, Inc. Nommer in my pub Screenwriting & Storytelling.
Kelly Carmichael
B.A. in English & M.A. in Journalism. Managing Editor of Bouncin & Behavin Pubs. I'm here 24/7 to help you. I write about life.
Regi Brittain
Writer | Comedian | Absurdist | Marmalade Enjoyer | Friends call me "Reg" {like R with an "edge"). I hope we become friends.
Todd Mitchell
Dad. Musician. Game developer. Comedy at Weekly Humorist, Slackjaw, End of the Bench Sports, and more. I wrote Inside Video Game Creation. ToddNotMitchell.com
John Passadino
I love to create and make a positive impact on people. I specialize in comedy, self-awareness, and memoir.
Murphy's Law
Owner of News and Such, Editor for Digital Global Traveler. Writer, storyteller, explorer of cultures and complexities.
Conni Walkup Hull
Lawyer/writer. I write essays, memoir, poetry, and tales about my never-dull-life with a handsome Sailor. Experienced editor. Fun to hang out with.
William Mersey
"The spry old guy on a bike." New York Greenwich Village ex-hippy. Daily Beast, NY Daily News, Daily Mail, Independent contributor. I've been around the block.
Stephen Prime
An unashamedly self-conscious humanoid living in Japan. I write about tech, society, and language and I don't hold back. stephenprime.com hungrywolf.net
Iain Stanley
Aussie in Japan creating a 2nd income through writing. For my free 10-point guide to Medium success, click here: https://iain-stanley.ck.page/10pointguide
Ferg
A lover of fiction and stories that move. Come in! It's cold out there! I have a fire going- have some hot choco- or tea, I suppose, if you have no taste buds.
Peter Schooff
Published in the NY Times, McSweeney’s, More Mirth of a Nation, Data Juice, and The Dead Mule School of Southern Literature. Which one is the lie?
Craig Samuel
A bit Stoic, I live in a cabin in the San Bernadino mountains. I publish fiction, poetry, and memoirs when I can. I draw on 70+ years of life experience.
Bev Potter
Legal secretary by day, insomniac by night. Ally. BA, MA. Humor, pop culture, and things that make you think. My weekly-ish newsletter is bevpotter.substack.com
Brian Garrio
Professional Driver. Freight Broker. Novelist. New Yorker. Medium Member since January 10, 2025. Twitter @briangarrio31 Instagram @briangarrio
Shari Strosser
I love to write about all things ridiculous, but only when I’m not shark tooth hunting at 2 a.m. like a psychopath. I also make inappropriately-named soap.
RIB
Pen name: Lone-Wolf-Berry™ - Howling about Freedom, Consciousness, Ontology, Reality, Humor, and other Funny Stuff, Connecting Dots in our Crazy Universe.
Mat Mendonca
Central Oregon producer of music, writing, and single panel cartoons. Some of it is serious and some of it is not. You just have to feel it out,
Sue E OConnor, MD
Child of the late 60s. humor writer with a side gig as a telemed doc https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573756804017