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A Comedian and an Activist Walk into a Bar: The Serious Role of Comedy in Social Justice (Communication for Social Justice Activ,Used
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"A comprehensive and insightful examination of the ways comedy can help shape social justice movements."Hasan Minhaj, Comedian and Host of the Netflix series Patriot Act with Hasan MinhajComedy is a powerful contemporary source of influence and information. In the stillevolving digital era, the opportunity to consume and share comedy has never been as available. And yet, despite its vast cultural imprint, comedy is a littleunderstood vehicle for serious public engagement in urgent social justice issues even though humor offers frames of hope and optimism that can encourage participation in social problems. Moreover, in the midst of a merger of entertainment and news in the contemporary information ecology, and a decline in perceptions of trust in government and traditional media institutions, comedy may be a unique force for change in pressing social justice challenges.Comedians who say something serious about the world while they make us laugh are capable of mobilizing the masses, focusing a critical lens on injustices, and injecting hope and optimism into seemingly hopeless problems. By combining communication and social justice frameworks with contemporary comedy examples, authors Caty Borum Chattoo and Lauren Feldman show us how comedy can help to serve as a vehicle of change.Through rich case studies, audience research, and interviews with comedians and social justice leaders and strategists, A Comedian and an Activist Walk Into a Bar: The Serious Role of Comedy in Social Justice explains how comedy both in the entertainment marketplace and as cultural strategy can engage audiences with issues such as global poverty, climate change, immigration, and sexual assault, and how activists work with comedy to reach and empower publics in the networked, participatory digital media age.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Comedian and an Activist Walk into a Bar'? A: The book explores how comedy serves as a powerful tool for social justice movements, highlighting its role in shaping public engagement with urgent social issues.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Caty Borum Chattoo and Lauren Feldman, who combine their expertise in communication and social justice with contemporary examples of comedy.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in this book? A: The book includes rich case studies, audience research, and interviews with comedians and social justice leaders, illustrating how comedy can engage audiences on important issues like global poverty and climate change.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and provides insights that are valuable for academic discussions in fields such as communication, social justice, and performing arts.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 295 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of comedy's role in social justice.
- Q: When was 'A Comedian and an Activist Walk into a Bar' published? A: The book was published on March 24, 2020.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition.
- Q: Does the book provide practical examples of comedy in action? A: Yes, it includes practical examples and case studies that demonstrate how comedians address social issues through their craft.
- Q: Can this book help activists in their work? A: Absolutely, the book outlines strategies for activists to leverage comedy as a means of reaching and empowering audiences in a digital age.