EPISODE · Aug 11, 2026 · 9 MIN
Laughing through the fear: Comedians find power in humor
from Crosscurrents · host KALW
Humor can be a source of laughter and - a form of political resistance. It’s a scary time for many immigrants in this country right now and it may feel weird to be turning to humor, but for some comedians, it’s actually the perfect time to do just that.Immigration reporter Wendy Reyes brings us this story from 2025, about using comedy to empower and unite people in this moment.
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