GIGGLE EPIPHANY

The first “dad joke” certification was issued at a barbecue. Mandatory.

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This is a joke. There is no dad-joke certification. The term "dad joke" became popular in the late 20th century for corny puns.

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Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals — happiness on demand, no prescription needed.Animals, especially primates, have been observed to 'play laugh' — evolution’s earliest attempt at a sitcom.The first sarcasm was delivered with a raised eyebrow. Eyebrows are the original punctuation.The first “too soon” joke was told one minute after something happened. Humans learn slowly.Humans start laughing as early as three months old — far earlier than they understand why life is funny.The first “comic relief” character was created because the plot got too emotional. Writers said, “release the idiot.”See all Giggle Epiphany facts →

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