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Live Show Diaries - Michael Hing

Jan 16, 2024
Comedian Michael Hing talks about growing up with Chinese doctor parents, being a Cleo Bachelor finalist, using 'culture' in comedy, microaggressions as a Chinese guy in radio, and speaking out against racism in the media industry.
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  • Michael Hing discusses his experience as a Chinese Australian in the media and the racism and microaggressions he has encountered.
  • Michael Hing talks about the importance of finding a balance between humor and addressing serious topics in comedy.

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Michael Hing shares outrageous stories and discusses using culture in comedy

In this podcast episode, comedian Michael Hing shares two outrageous stories. The first is about receiving an amorous photo from a long-distance partner while at dinner with his parents and the awkwardness that ensues. The second story involves a misdiagnosis at a sexual health clinic that turns out to be caused by tight jeans. Hing also discusses his experience as a Chinese Australian in the media and the racism and microaggressions he has encountered. He shares his views on using comedy to address such issues and the challenges of finding the right balance between humor and confronting serious topics.

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