EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 16 MIN
Who Is Black Comedy For?
A new book is nostalgic for the ’90s. But the era of crossover success was not necessarily the pinnacle of Black comedic achievement. By K. Austin Collins From the May 2026 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: http://theatlantic.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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