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EPISODE · May 28, 2024 · 27 MIN

123: Is the rise of Asia's standup comedy at odds with freedom of speech?

from Getting Pacific · host TaiwanPlus

Comedians are often encouraged to "punch up", or criticize those in positions of power, rather than "punching down", or ridiculing those less fortunate. So in countries where criticizing the government is dangerous, how does standup comedy fare as a political voice? Trevor and Joey look into the growth of standup comedy scenes around Asia, comedy's role as a cultural force, and how jokes translate across both linguistic and political lines. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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