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533. Sugar Sammy Interview (Part 1) Multilingual Comedian

Jun 13, 2018
Sugar Sammy, Montreal's top stand-up comedian, shares insights from his multilingual comedy career. He discusses the challenges of performing across cultures, touching on comedy as a form of truth-telling in repressive environments. Sammy also reflects on upcoming shows in Asia, his anticipation for new audiences, and the thrill of improvisation. The conversation navigates the fine line of cultural sensitivities in comedy and emphasizes the joys and complexities of connecting through humor across diverse backgrounds.
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North Korean Stand-Up

  • Sugar Sammy jokes about North Korean stand-up comedians having high-stress jobs.
  • He imagines they'd face severe consequences for not making the leader laugh.
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Roseanne Barr's Downfall

  • Luke and Sugar Sammy discuss Roseanne Barr's career downfall after a controversial tweet.
  • They compare her to court jesters who died for telling the wrong joke.
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Polish Food Surprise

  • Sugar Sammy shares his experience trying Polish food for the first time.
  • He jokes about expecting bland food due to Polish history but was pleasantly surprised.
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