Comedy 101, now in its third season, features Why We Laugh: The Hidden Rules Behind Humor, a compelling exploration into the unseen structures that shape laughter and define what people across cultures find funny. This episode breaks down how timing, surprise, contrast, and shared understanding form the foundation of effective humor, revealing that laughter is rarely accidental but guided by psychological and social cues. By examining how jokes work, why certain moments trigger laughter, and how context influences comedic impact, the discussion highlights humor as both an art and a social tool that builds connection, eases tension, and communicates truth. Comedy 101 invites listeners to see laughter not merely as entertainment, but as a reflection of human behavior, emotional intelligence, and the universal desire to connect through shared moments of joy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

COMEDY 101

Daniel Lucas

Comedy 101, now in its third season, features Why We Laugh: The Hidden Rules Behind Humor—an insightful exploration into the psychology, timing, and social patterns that shape what we find funny, revealing how humor follows subtle structures that connect culture, cognition, and human connection.

DEC 21, 202518 MIN
COMEDY 101

Comedy 101, now in its third season, features Why We Laugh: The Hidden Rules Behind Humor—an insightful exploration into the psychology, timing, and social patterns that shape what we find funny, revealing how humor follows subtle structures that connect culture, cognition, and human connection.

DEC 21, 202518 MIN

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Comedy 101, now in its third season, features Why We Laugh: The Hidden Rules Behind Humor, a compelling exploration into the unseen structures that shape laughter and define what people across cultures find funny. This episode breaks down how timing, surprise, contrast, and shared understanding form the foundation of effective humor, revealing that laughter is rarely accidental but guided by psychological and social cues. By examining how jokes work, why certain moments trigger laughter, and how context influences comedic impact, the discussion highlights humor as both an art and a social tool that builds connection, eases tension, and communicates truth. Comedy 101 invites listeners to see laughter not merely as entertainment, but as a reflection of human behavior, emotional intelligence, and the universal desire to connect through shared moments of joy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.