709 Black American Humor (with Damon Young) | The Greatest American Joke Ever Told?
The History of Literature
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Curating Laughter: The Art of the Anthology
This chapter explores the intricate process of assembling a humor anthology, focusing on the importance of diverse voices from both established and emerging writers. The speakers reflect on personal connections to the selected works and the complexity of navigating themes of race and identity in humor. Through discussions of specific essays and personal experiences, the episode reveals the pressures and expectations that shape the portrayal of Black humor in contemporary narratives.
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