In a past life I used to teach High School literature and to introduce satire I would ask students which of the following three definitions was the best for comedy:
A. Tragedy Plus Time
B. If we can't laugh at the King, then we are all slaves
C. Proving an Absurdity
I look forward to hearing your answer on the next podcast to see if your years of comedy makes you any wiser than a 16 year old trying to show off to a hot teacher.
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Dear Conan,
In a past life I used to teach High School literature and to introduce satire I would ask students which of the following three definitions was the best for comedy:
A. Tragedy Plus Time
B. If we can't laugh at the King, then we are all slaves
C. Proving an Absurdity
I look forward to hearing your answer on the next podcast to see if your years of comedy makes you any wiser than a 16 year old trying to show off to a hot teacher.