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The Uncomfortable Laugh: How Satire Turned Comedy Into Social Commentary

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There is a particular kind of laugh that catches you off guard — not because something silly happened on screen, but because something true did. It's the laugh that comes with a little bit of recognition, maybe even a little discomfort. The kind that makes you think, "Wait, that's actually... yeah." That's the laugh satire … Continue reading The Uncomfortable Laugh: How Satire Turned Comedy Into Social Commentary

Rewatching Buffy – Episodes 1, 2, & 3

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Welcome to Rewatching Buffy, the part of the blog where I rewatch Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Each Tuesday evening, you're invited to join me as I attempt to rediscover what made me love this show 20 years ago. So, when I first mentioned that I'd be doing this, I didn't receive any negative feedback. Not … Continue reading Rewatching Buffy – Episodes 1, 2, & 3