Jimmy Kimmel might be back from suspension, but debates over comedy’s boundaries continue to arise. This episode, we’ll bring in differing philosophical views to explore what the limits of comedy really are.

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Jimmy Kimmel taken off air over Charlie Kirk comments

Jimmy Kimmel’s full comments on Charlie Kirk which led to his show being taken off air : r/Fauxmoi

Young conservatives argue Jimmy Kimmel faced ‘consequences’ for Charlie Kirk remarks — but not ‘cancel culture’

Philosophy of Humor

‘It was just a joke!’ Comedy and freedom of speech - Simeon Goldstraw, 2025

The Ethics of Offensive Comedy: Punching Down and the Duties of Comedians | Royal Institute of Philosophy Supplements | Cambridge Core

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