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#004 | The Underrated Value of Comedy

#004 | The Underrated Value of Comedy

FromLightwise


#004 | The Underrated Value of Comedy

FromLightwise

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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
May 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The story is that comedy is a second class art form, not that it doesn’t require great skill, but that it is not as “important” as dramatic, “serious” works. And while what tugs our heartstrings remains mostly constant over the millenia, what tickles our funny bone seems always in flux. What is this unstable element whose byproduct—laughter—has been called the best medicine? Today we explore the somewhat subjective healing power of comedy. I’m Joel Ackerman. This is Lightwise. Whitney Call and Stacey Harkey are American comedians, actors, and original cast members of Studio C, a sketch comedy television show, kind of a clean, family friendly Saturday Night Live, that has run for fifteen seasons. They are co-founders of family-friendly JK Studios, and also stars of Angel Studios’ sitcom “Freelancers.” You can watch the first two seasons free in the Angel app. Check out JK Studios!Follow Angel Studios on all the socials!Facebook: Lightwise PodcastInstagram: @lightwisepodcastTwitter: @lightwisepodTikTok: @lightwisepodcastYouTube: @LightwisePodcastDownload the Angel app on your phone or streaming device and begin watching the content that inspires the podcast. You can also watch the Lightwise podcast at angel.com/lightwise.
Released:
May 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (18)

Tune in to Lightwise every other Tuesday to dive into the themes and subject matter of stories in film, TV, and other art to mine them for light—both education and inspiration. This podcast, produced by Angel Studios, explores the substance of stories: culture, history, science, religion, philosophy, etc.