Good One: A Podcast About Jokes Ralph Barbosa Likes Keeping You Guessing on His Politics
Aug 14, 2025
In this chat, Ralph Barbosa, a rising comedian known for his viral content and Hulu special, shares his journey from creating jokes about immigration to navigating the complex world of political humor. He candidly discusses his health scare and the emotional weight of losing a friend, revealing how these experiences shape his comedy. Barbosa also reflects on his influences, his encounters with comedy legends like Adam Sandler, and the challenges of bilingual performances, all while keeping the conversation light-hearted and engaging.
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Spontaneous Set That Broke Out
- Ralph describes trusting his instincts and performing mostly new jokes at the Don't Tell Comedy taping the day of the show.
- The low-pressure setup let him relax and produce a breakout set that later went viral online.
Trust First-Run Excitement
- Ralph says some jokes work on the first try and over-editing can ruin them.
- He trusts early excitement as a sign a joke will land for audiences.
Politics From Jokes Gets Misread
- Ralph notes audiences often assign political labels from single jokes, even when he lacks strong policy passions.
- He primarily sees his job as making people laugh, not pushing politics.
