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Leighann Lord: Courageous Comedy as a Safe Space

Leighann Lord: Courageous Comedy as a Safe Space

FromPoint of Inquiry


Leighann Lord: Courageous Comedy as a Safe Space

FromPoint of Inquiry

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Feb 23, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week on a special episode highlighting the upcoming Reason for Change conference, Point of Inquiry welcomes stand up comedian Leighann Lord. Talking with show producer Nora Hurley, they discuss how the worlds of comedy and skepticism are not as distant as they seem. They explore the unique dynamic comedy creates for critical thinking, and how a good joke may just be the gateway to discourse and discussion.
Leighann will be preforming at the Reason For Change conference June 11th - 15th 2015. Learn more about seeing her live this summer at http://reasonforchange.org.

 
Released:
Feb 23, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Launched in 2005, Point of Inquiry is the premier podcast of the Center for Inquiry. Point of Inquiry critically examines topics in science, religion, philosophy, and politics. Each episode takes on a specific issue and features in-depth discussions with leading scientists, researchers, and writers.