Comedian, journalist and actor Roy Wood Jr. discusses the power of humor in addressing social issues and shedding light on overlooked topics. He shares insights from thought-provoking jokes, explores the use of humor to confront history, and gives tips for finding humor without offending.

Comedian and journalist Roy Wood Jr. discusses the power of humor in addressing difficult issues, the importance of honesty and vulnerability in comedy, and navigating cancel culture while embracing authenticity. He also shares insights from hosting the White House Correspondents Dinner and provides tips on landing jokes without offending.

After a look inside a writers' strike that could upend Hollywood, Kara and Nayeema turn to today’s guest: writer and comedian Roy Wood Jr. Fresh off his performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner, Wood breaks down how he chose his jokes for the president, what (if anything) was considered off limits and why we need to start engaging with viewpoints we don’t like.You can follow Kara and Nayeema on Instagram — search for @karaswisher and @nayeemaraza Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roy Wood Jr., a sharp-witted comedian and host of CNN’s Have I Got News for You, shares his unique insights on the interplay between comedy and politics. He humorously recounts a near-DUI incident in South Dakota while advocating for comedians to challenge harmful political ideas. Roy delves into the complexities of societal issues, suggesting that sometimes, letting a criminal go is preferable. With a twist, he highlights life lessons from floating balls of ants, proving that even amidst jokes, there's profound reflection.

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. discusses baseball history at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, highlighting racial tensions faced by Black players. The podcast explores segregation, Negro League Baseball significance, and community support for local baseball teams.

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. feels thankful about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Roy sits down with Conan to discuss tailoring an effective set for the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, honing crowd work during sports practice, and the changing landscape of informational media. Plus, the competitive energy heightens as Conan, Matt, and Sona compare the relative popularity of their eponymous sandwiches. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 5/15/23. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis apologizes for its Juneteenth-“inspired” watermelon salad and Dulcé Sloan explains exactly what Juneteenth is, why it's celebrated, and how it should be commemorated. Also, Roy Wood Jr. highlights stories of slaves who were able to escape from servitude and Pharrell Williams discusses his efforts towards making Juneteenth a national holiday via juneteenthpledge.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We got Jordan Klepper and Roy Wood Jr. to watch their 2015 piece on police anti-bias training and ever so gently roast each other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy Wood Jr., a sharp-witted comedian and host on CNN, dives into a whirlwind of thought-provoking topics. He shares a wild near-DUI tale that pokes fun at law enforcement's quirks. Roy argues for the occasional leniency in police encounters and emphasizes comedians’ duty to challenge harmful political rhetoric. He offers intriguing insights about human behavior, using floating balls of ants as a hilarious metaphor. Lastly, he reflects on the delicate balance of humor and identity in today's divided political landscape.

Roy Wood Jr., a comedian and television host celebrated for his keen insights, joins Van and Rachel to tackle the latest in political comedy. They dissect the fiery atmosphere of a Trump rally and delve into the fine line comedians walk when addressing sensitive topics. Lil Durk’s recent legal troubles spark a discussion on masculinity and revenge in the rap community. Lastly, the trio examines Shaquille O’Neal’s advice to Angel Reese about balancing femininity and athletic prowess in women’s sports, all filled with humor and pertinent commentary.