

Bad Hasbara 42: The Myth Of Normies, with Tadhg Hickey
Aug 1, 2024
Tadhg Hickey, a comedian and Irishman recently returned from Iran, joins for a laugh-filled discussion. He shares hilarious anecdotes from his travels, contrasting Western and Eastern perspectives. The conversation dives into the serious implications of political dynamics on media narratives and the dehumanization of marginalized groups. They also reflect on the aftermath of 9/11, blending humor with deep insights, and poke fun at both personal identity and geopolitical absurdities, all while keeping a light-hearted tone.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Audience Antics and Inside Jokes
02:36 • 7min
Humor Meets Seriousness: Personal Journeys and Political Insights
09:44 • 20min
Politics, Humor, and Identity Post-9/11
30:01 • 21min
Laughter and Libations
51:17 • 8min
Memes, Identities, and Moral Complexities
59:00 • 23min
Complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
01:22:28 • 11min
Finding Humor in Hardship
01:33:53 • 4min
Humorous Book Banter and Absurd Satirical Interludes
01:38:04 • 5min