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The People vs. Lenny Bruce: Ridiculous Stand-up Stories with Wayne Federman
The People vs. Lenny Bruce: Ridiculous Stand-up Stories with Wayne Federman
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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Oct 31, 2018
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Podcast episode
Description
Lenny Bruce is a legend in the history of stand-up comedy, and while his use of explicit language thrilled audience members, it didn't win him any friends in law enforcement. In fact, Bruce was arrested multiple times for his use of 'obscenities', sparking a larger, continuing debate about the nature of free speech. Join the guys as they learn more about the early days of stand-up and the Lenny Bruce controversy with this week's special guest: Comedian, actor, writer and historian Wayne Federman. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Released:
Oct 31, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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