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Ep74 "Why do we laugh?"
Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman
The Science of Surprise in Humor
This chapter explores the mechanics behind humor, particularly the effectiveness of the rule of three in provoking laughter by subverting expectations. It highlights how surprise and cognitive anticipation play crucial roles in comedy, making it essential for humor to be unexpected yet harmless.
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