Comedy, Community, and Culture with Sampson McCormick

EPISODE · Feb 21, 2025 · 1H 43M

Comedy, Community, and Culture with Sampson McCormick

from Queer Changemakers · host Justin Mezetin

Sampson McCormick, He/Him, is changing the world through black queer comedy, storytelling and speaking his truth. He is a a DC native, a stand up comedian for over 20 years, and also a actor, producer and director. In this conversation, we talk about his journey in comedy and media over the past 24 years. We discuss themes of perseverance, community activism, and creating space for black queer voices.  The discussion also touches on the significance of media, bridging societal gaps through uncomfortable conversations, and a hopeful vision for the future renaissance of the black and LGBTQ+ communities. You can connect with Sampson in the following ways: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sampsonmccormick/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sampsonmccormick FaceBook:  https://www.facebook.com/samps247 IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6107676/  You can also stream 2 of his films, Love the One You’re With and Party N Play, on Amazon Prime.   

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