Some people say that comedians are the philosophers of our time, the great source of truth in a society where nobody feels safe to speak their mind. Others say that comedians are callous and have no place in polite society. Is there truth to either of these? This week, we explore a bit of the history of comedy and contemplate the value of comedians today.




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