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Drum Tower: Stand-up feminists

Drum Tower from The Economist

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Feminist Challenges and Stand-Up Comedy

This chapter discusses the challenges faced by feminists in China and their use of stand-up comedy as a form of expression. It explores the self-censorship in comedy and the increasing controls on it, along with the driving force behind some women's decision to go into exile. The hosts also highlight specific skits that satirize nationalist attitudes and address feminist topics.

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