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Joking and cynicism after 9/11
The speakers discuss the rise of irony and cynicism in the aftermath of 9/11, exploring how individuals cope with tragedy through humor and morbid jokes. They argue that joking about the event can challenge the weaponization of trauma and resist emotional manipulation.
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