26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter

Update: 2023-01-26

Description

In this episode we unpack French Continental Philosopher Henri Bergson's classic essay "Laughter" from 1900.

This Essay Explores...

What are the common characteristics in all things funny?

What are the differences between Tragedy and Comedy?

What function does laughter serve for society?

Links to Reading & Articles mentioned

Laughter by Henri Bergson

Truth in Comedy by Charna Halpern & Del Close

Brain Droppings by George Carlin

How to be Funny by Steve Allen

Night at the Roxbury (SNL skit)

Anchor Man (movie)

Liar Liar (movie)

The Invention of Lying (movie)

Austin Powers International Man of Mystery (Movie)

Crocodile Dundee (Movie)

Tropic Thunder (movie)

Big Mouth (show)

*note* reading is not required to enjoy this episode!

Host: Zach Stehura UnpackingIdeas.com

Guest: Patrick McInnis ImprovSanDiego.com

Theme Music: Polyenso

Timestamps

00:00:00 Intro

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26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter

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26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter

Zach Stehura

26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter