Are comedians the new rappers? They're facing lawsuits, public backlash, and accusations of pushing boundaries too far. In this insightful conversation, lawyer and comedian Carl Unegbu tackles legal battles, the rise of cancel culture, and the fight to protect free speech in comedy. Is comedy in danger? Will self-censorship stifle humor? Let's dive in and find out!

Show Notes

Summary

This conversation explores the fine line between being funny and crossing boundaries in comedy. Carl Unegbu, a lawyer and journalist, shares insights from his book 'Comedy Goes to Court' and discusses the challenges comedians face in the social media era. The conversation covers topics such as protecting oneself from backlash, the influence of cancel culture, the impact of public opinion, and the prevalence of joke stealing in comedy. It also delves into the importance of balancing caution and creativity in comedy.

The conversation explores the changing landscape of society and the challenges to free speech. It emphasizes the importance of comedians in the fight for free speech and the protection of the First Amendment. The chapter on free speech, comedians, and lawsuits is highlighted as a significant part of the book. The stories and jokes in the book are also mentioned as engaging content. Carl Unegbu encourages readers to care about free speech and connect with him through his blog and book. The worst dad joke in the book is teased, leaving listeners curious.

Comedy Goes to Court: When People Stop Laughing and Start Fighting is available from Amazon.com

Blog

* To learn more about the issues discussed in this book, please visit Carl’s blog, O’Carl’s Law

https://ocarlslaw.com

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