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Breaking Taboos: Racism and Comedy

Season 1 Episode 6 | 2m 24s

Comedian Sierra Katow and host Jesus Trejo discuss incorporating racism into comedy, sharing anecdotes and reflecting on humor's role in addressing social issues. They explore crafting jokes that balance humor and commentary, acknowledging comedians' responsibility to address racism thoughtfully.

Extras
It’s a homecoming for Jesus, as he meets with Asian American actor and comedian Sierra Katow in Los
Adam Pasi reflects on his journey toward embracing his Samoan heritage.
Sierra Katow reveals how her parents’ support helped shape her comedy routine.
In Portland Oregon, Jesus connects with Samoan comedian, Adam Pasi.
Adam Pasi shares his comedic anecdotes about his family and his Samoan heritage.
Jesus Trejo and Eeland Stribling lead a community cleanup along the South Platte River.
Jesus travels to Chinle, Arizona, to meet Native American comedian and actor Tatanka Means.
Jesus meets environmental biologist and comedian Eeland Stribling in Denver, Colorado.
Jesus Trejo and comedian Eeland Stribling hilariously blend fishing with comedy.
Tatanka Means discusses how he uses comedy to challenge Native American stereotypes.
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In his hometown of Los Angeles, Jesus meets up with Asian-American actor and comedian Sierra Katow.
In Portland Oregon, Jesus connects with Samoan comedian, Adam Pasi.
Jesus meets environmental biologist and comedian Eeland Stribling in Denver, Colorado.
Jesus travels to Chinle, Arizona, to meet Native American comedian and actor Tatanka Means.
Jesus heads to Austin and the U.S. border town of Laredo, Texas, to meet Vanessa Gonzalez.
In Minneapolis, Jesus meets Yemeni comic Ali Sultan who opens up about his mental health.