Comedy Quote by Lisa Loomer
“[Using humor to explore serious issues] disarms people. It's a way in. It's gentle, but at the same time it's subversive, and I like that duality.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Humor in activism, 2018
Using humor to discuss serious topics disarms audiences, creating entry points while remaining subversive.
In simple terms: Humor eases serious topics.
Leverage humor for change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- campaigns
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humor inappropriate?
- How to keep humor effective?
May dilute message.