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Cartoons and controversies with Times cartoonist Peter Brookes
Mar 1, 2024
Award-winning political cartoonist Peter Brookes discusses his satire on Boris Johnson, drawing challenging political figures, and the importance of inflicting a 'wound' with satire. The podcast explores the role of dark humor in addressing controversial topics and the complexities of creating nuanced cartoons.
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- Political cartoonists serve as the permanent opposition, critiquing those in power through satire, aiming to wound, not elicit laughter.
- Cartoonists like Peter Brooks face backlash, blurring boundaries between satire and offensiveness, exemplified by Steve Bell's controversial dismissal.
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The Role of a Political Cartoonist
Political cartoonists like Peter Brooks serve as the permanent opposition, aiming to critique and mock those in power through satire and wit. Their mission is to wound through cartoons, not necessarily elicit laughter, capturing the essence of political figures like David Cameron and Ed Miliband through distinctive portrayals.
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