About Quote by Robert Mankoff
“The interesting thing about humor is that in humor, you - in logic, something is A or not A. In humor, it's both A and not A.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
Humor operates by simultaneously affirming and denying a proposition, unlike strict logic.
In simple terms: Humor is both A and not A.
Key Takeaway
Embrace paradox in comedy.
Themes
humor
logic
creativity
Mood
playful
insightful
Type
comedic
analytical
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- writing
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy of language
psychology of laughter
Questions to Reflect On
- How does paradox create laughter?
- When does humor fail?
A Different Perspective
Humor can be misunderstood or offensive.
