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Unpacking Ideas

Zach Stehura

39 episodes

5 days ago

Unpacking the most influential ideas from the past to make them more accessible in the present. To read along with us visit www.unpackingideas.com/podcast

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Unpacking the most influential ideas from the past to make them more accessible in the present. To read along with us visit www.unpackingideas.com/podcast

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Society & Culture

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26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter

Unpacking Ideas

1 hour 1 minute 15 seconds

2 years ago

26. Henri Bergson on The Philosophy of Laughter

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

Unpacking Ideas

Unpacking the most influential ideas from the past to make them more accessible in the present. To read along with us visit www.unpackingideas.com/podcast