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How comedy helps us deal with hard truths | Roy Wood Jr.

TED Talks Daily

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From Journalism to Jokes

This chapter examines the speaker's family legacy in journalism, particularly their father's impactful role in civil rights reporting. It highlights the intertwining of humor and storytelling in their life, showcasing how parenthood and personal experiences have reshaped their comedic perspective to convey deeper societal truths.

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