Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out 92. Vir Das: Getting Cancelled Except For Real
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Feb 13, 2023 Vir Das, comedian and actor known for his stand-up specials and filmmaking, shares his journey from Bollywood to international stages. He recounts the real-life backlash from his viral
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Turn Generalizations Into Specifics
- If you use a generalization, follow it with specific, authentic detail to earn the audience's laugh.
- Zoom in on surprising specifics to transform a stereotype into a joke.
Privilege Is Fluid
- Privilege is volatile and intersectional; it can be gained or lost quickly and isn't a fixed status.
- Calling out "punching down" often comforts the caller more than improves discourse.
Make It Their Hour, Not Yours
- Think of a show as the audience's hour, not your hour, and prioritize their experience.
- Give full value to people who invested time and money to see you perform.
