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The Ethics of Dark Humor | David Shoemaker
Manage episode 426393926 series 2800778
David Shoemaker explores the intricate relationship between humor and morality. What makes a faux insult funny? Can wisecracks be both humorous and hurtful?
The conversation delves into academic theories of humor, the significance of context and intentions, and the controversial topics of offensive jokes and the boundaries of humorous expression.
[0:00] Introduction to Humor with David Shoemaker
[00:10] The Faux Insult: Exploring Humor in Relationships
[01:06] Hypotheticals and Humor Dynamics
[03:24] Morality and Humor: A Complex Relationship
[04:29] Wisecracks vs. Jokes: A Deeper Dive
[08:04] Comic vs. Moral Domains: Finding the Balance
[12:06] Theories of Humor: Incongruity, Superiority, and More
[21:38] The Carrie Prank: When Cruelty Overpowers Humor
[30:13] Exploring Humor in Relationships
[31:01] The Controversy of Rape Jokes
[32:49] Solidarity Through Humor
[36:00] Consequences of Misinterpreted Jokes
[38:23] The Morality of Jokes
[40:31] Free Speech and Humor
[57:22] Punching Up vs. Punching Down
[01:02:03] Concluding Thoughts and Wisecracks
217 episodes
Manage episode 426393926 series 2800778
David Shoemaker explores the intricate relationship between humor and morality. What makes a faux insult funny? Can wisecracks be both humorous and hurtful?
The conversation delves into academic theories of humor, the significance of context and intentions, and the controversial topics of offensive jokes and the boundaries of humorous expression.
[0:00] Introduction to Humor with David Shoemaker
[00:10] The Faux Insult: Exploring Humor in Relationships
[01:06] Hypotheticals and Humor Dynamics
[03:24] Morality and Humor: A Complex Relationship
[04:29] Wisecracks vs. Jokes: A Deeper Dive
[08:04] Comic vs. Moral Domains: Finding the Balance
[12:06] Theories of Humor: Incongruity, Superiority, and More
[21:38] The Carrie Prank: When Cruelty Overpowers Humor
[30:13] Exploring Humor in Relationships
[31:01] The Controversy of Rape Jokes
[32:49] Solidarity Through Humor
[36:00] Consequences of Misinterpreted Jokes
[38:23] The Morality of Jokes
[40:31] Free Speech and Humor
[57:22] Punching Up vs. Punching Down
[01:02:03] Concluding Thoughts and Wisecracks
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