Barack Obama’s 2011 White House Correspondents’ Dinner Speech (with Jon Lovett)
Good One: A Podcast About Jokes
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Navigating Controversial Jokes and Political Speeches
Exploring the evolution of a controversial joke involving the Jonas Brothers and predator drones, analyzing its reception in different contexts and its inclusion in a speech by Barack Obama. The chapter also delves into the meticulous process of crafting jokes for high-profile events like the White House Correspondents' Dinner, highlighting the pressures and challenges faced, especially in addressing political controversies and engaging with prominent figures.
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