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The Naked Jape

Uncovering the Hidden World of Jokes

Book • 2006

The Naked Jape is both a lesson in joke-making and a collection of jokes, offering insights into the psychology and cultural significance of humor.

It explores various aspects of jokes, from historical and cultural perspectives to psychological theories, while maintaining a humorous tone throughout.

Mentioned by

Rory Sutherland

Richard Dawkins

Konstantin Kisin

Richard Wrangham

Mentioned in 9 episodes

Mentioned by

Rory Sutherland

as a fascinating investigation into the evolutionary origins of comedy.

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Albert Mohler

when discussing Desmond Morris's influential argument that humans are essentially apes and his cultural impact.

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R.C. Sproul

when discussing mankind's unique trait of wearing clothes.

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Tom Holland

in relation to a chimpanzee that impressed Picasso.

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Jenna Jaleel

and Helen Briggs in tributes to Desmond Morris as his best-known and hugely popular book.

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David Pawson

when criticizing attempts to liken humans to animals in popular books.

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Richard Dawkins

when discussing popular science writing and the state of science writing in the early 1970s.

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Mentioned by

Richard Wrangham

as an influential figure in his early understanding of human evolution.

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Konstantin Kisin

when discussing the fear of public speaking and its evolutionary roots.

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R.C. Sproul

as an example of defining humans based on biological or zoological characteristics.

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