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Stephen K Amos talks race, sexuality and equality in the world of comedy
FromAttitude Heroes
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Length:
62 minutes
Released:
Apr 23, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In episode four, editor-in-chief Matt Cain chats to comedian Stephen K Amos backstage before his latest stand-up show in London. Stephen talks about growing up in a Nigerian family in the 1980s, coming out as gay in the straight world of stand-up, and performing in countries known for being anti-gay.
He also discusses challenging prejudice in his work, some of the most commonly-held stereotypes about black men, the racism he’s experienced from within the gay community, and his love of camp '80s soap Dynasty.
Stephen’s interview isn’t just funny, it’s also surprisingly revealing. Don’t miss it!
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He also discusses challenging prejudice in his work, some of the most commonly-held stereotypes about black men, the racism he’s experienced from within the gay community, and his love of camp '80s soap Dynasty.
Stephen’s interview isn’t just funny, it’s also surprisingly revealing. Don’t miss it!
Attitude Heroes is sponsored by the GREAT Britain campaign, which welcomes the world to visit, do business, invest and study in the UK.
See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Apr 23, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
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