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Club Random with Bill Maher

Margaret Cho | Club Random with Bill Maher

Nov 26, 2023
Bill Maher invites Margaret Cho, a stand-up comedian and actress, to discuss various interesting topics such as Margaret's upbringing in a San Francisco bookstore, the process of creating stand-up comedy, changing gender in children, and the firing of Shane Gillis from HBO.
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  • Stand-up comedy remains Margaret Cho's main focus and passion, even after 40 years in the industry.
  • Young comedians face the challenge of navigating sensitive topics while avoiding controversy in today's social climate.

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Importance of Stand-up Comedy as a Lifelong Career

Stand-up comedy is a passion for many comedians, including Margaret Cho, who plans to continue performing for the rest of her life. Despite being in the business for 40 years, she still finds joy in making people laugh and sees stand-up as a central part of her identity. While she is open to exploring other projects, stand-up remains her main focus.

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