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172. Nick Kroll Returns: Neil Digression Tyson

Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

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Humor and Human Experience

This chapter humorously explores the challenges of explaining adult themes to children, illustrated by a memorable encounter in Rome. The speakers share their creative processes in comedy, juxtaposing meticulous writing with improvisation, while reflecting on societal themes such as bullying and the nuances of humor across different demographics. The conversation wraps up with a poignant discussion on the significance of charitable contributions to cancer research, highlighting initiatives like Memorial Sloan Kettering.

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