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How To Be Funny (5th Anniversary Edition)

How To!

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The Power of Artistic License in Comedy

  • In comedy, it's acceptable to lie or exaggerate for the sake of humor.
  • Artistic license allows comedians to create fictional scenarios that enhance the joke.
  • The effectiveness of a lie in comedy often comes from the audience's willingness to believe it.
  • Small, mundane topics can become hilarious when embellished with creative details.
  • The combination of realistic elements and absurd exaggerations can make a joke more compelling.
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