The Academy Awards has showcased standups throughout its 91-year history, most notably Bob Hope. We look at Bob and the other comedians who have hosted "Hollywood’s Biggest Night” including Billy Crystal, Johnny Carson, Whoopi Goldberg, Jack Benny, Ellen DeGenerous, Steve Martin, Chris Rock and even the first comedian to host, Will Rogers. Follow us on Twitter at @histofstandup, @federman, and @andrewsteven.This episode was sponsored by Oso Delicious Hot Sauce. The History of Standup is produced by The Podglomerate.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices