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#424 – Bassem Youssef: Israel-Palestine, Gaza, Hamas, Middle East, Satire & Fame
Lex Fridman Podcast
Navigating Satire and Societal Expectations in Turbulent Times
The chapter explores the challenges of satirizing the military regime in Egypt post-political changes, contrasting it with the previously satirized Muslim Brotherhood. It delves into the dilemma of balancing personal safety, societal pressures, and the responsibility of speaking truth to power through comedy. Through personal experiences, it highlights the power of satire in addressing fear, authoritarian propaganda, and societal flaws.
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