Comedian Pete Holmes Talks About The State Of Comedy Today

Comedian Pete Holmes Talks About The State Of Comedy Today

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Interactive Video

Performing Arts, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video explores the current state of comedy, focusing on sensitivity and feedback in the digital age. Comedians like Pete Holmes share their views on how social media has amplified voices, leading to more visible feedback from previously overlooked groups. Holmes argues that comedy thrives under constraints, drawing parallels to Howard Stern's radio days. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of comedy in response to new societal sensitivities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed by high-profile comedians like Todd Phillips and Chris Rock?

The influence of social media on comedy

The rise of new comedy genres

The impact of woke culture and sensitivity

The decline of stand-up comedy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Pete Holmes, what has changed in terms of people being offended by comedy?

Comedy has become more offensive

People have become less sensitive

There are more comedians now

People now have platforms to express their offense

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Pete Holmes believe about the relationship between comedy and constraints?

Constraints make comedy less popular

Constraints are unnecessary in comedy

Constraints help comedy grow and evolve

Constraints limit creativity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Pete Holmes view the role of new sensitivities in comedy?

As a threat to comedy

As an opportunity for growth and exploration

As a reason to avoid certain topics

As a way to censor comedians

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Pete Holmes suggest is the 'name of the game' for comedians today?

To avoid controversial topics

To stick to traditional comedy

To move along with cultural changes

To ignore feedback