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Comedian's Style Compared to Mitch Hedberg and Chris Rock
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55:31 - 1:03:36 (08:04)

The comedian is described as having a style that is darker and faster than Mitch Hedberg, and comparable to the 90s style of Chris Rock.

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The challenge of translating Russian documents to capture the depth of the language and culture allows for a better understanding of Russian history.
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Russian history, language and culture
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The challenge of translating Russian documents to capture the depth of the language and culture allows for a better understanding of Russian history. The Russian language represents the full history and culture of the 20th century, including the culture of Russian comedy, which includes standup comedians that differ entirely from Western comedians.

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Comedian's Style Compared to Mitch Hedberg and Chris Rock
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Comedians give a voice to people in expressing opposition to the government in a dark and absurd manner, particularly in times of food and job shortages and bureaucratic absurdities.
57:05 - 58:49 (01:44)
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Comedians
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Comedians give a voice to people in expressing opposition to the government in a dark and absurd manner, particularly in times of food and job shortages and bureaucratic absurdities. Their role is crucial in providing a platform to the people where expressing dissent to the government is prohibited.

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Comedian's Style Compared to Mitch Hedberg and Chris Rock
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
A discussion about comedic influences including Chris Rock and Hedberg.
58:49 - 1:00:56 (02:07)
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Comedy
The speaker praises the late comedian Norm MacDonald for walking away from comedy despite criticism and cancel culture, highlighting the value of choosing one's own path and not seeking constant validation from others.
1:00:56 - 1:03:36 (02:39)
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Norm MacDonald
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The speaker praises the late comedian Norm MacDonald for walking away from comedy despite criticism and cancel culture, highlighting the value of choosing one's own path and not seeking constant validation from others.

Chapter
Comedian's Style Compared to Mitch Hedberg and Chris Rock
Episode
#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast