What do they mean when they say Dov Davidoff, who makes an appearance now and then on Chappelle’s Show, is a New York-style comic? They mean that, when presented with questions about the pros and cons of the late-night lifestyle of a traveling comedian, he gives answers like this: “You can get some decent tail. But it’s a slippery slope, and it’s not very healthy.” While you’re there, ask him where Dave is.

This article appears in Jun 22-28, 2005.