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PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast

Lacanian Analysis & Racist Jokes (ft. Jack Black)

Sep 3, 2021
Jack Black, author of 'Race, Racism and Political Correctness in Comedy: A Psychoanalytic Exploration,' delves into comedy, psychoanalysis, and racism. They explore topics like the subversive power of comedy, societal balance, conservative counterculture, and the depth of comedy, highlighting the importance of taking risks for genuine social interactions and challenging norms.
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  • Comedy reveals inconsistencies in life to provoke laughter and highlight absurdity.
  • Comedy builds consciousness of identity fluidity and societal inconsistencies.

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Humor as Revealing Inconsistencies in Life

Comedy serves to reveal inconsistencies in life, where common sense or taken-for-granted assumptions are played out to be inconsistent. It often involves situations or statements that challenge expected norms or behaviors, leading to unexpected or absurd outcomes. This process of exposing these inconsistencies can lead to laughter and amusement, highlighting the absurdity and unpredictability of life.

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