If you're politically correct, chances are you're not coming to one of my shows. I get to go onstage and say things that everybody thinks all the time, but can't say out loud.
Interpretation
The quote highlights the importance of honesty and freedom of expression in comedy, often at the expense of political correctness.
Russell Peters emphasizes the idea that the essence of comedy is to express thoughts and feelings openly, even if they may be deemed inappropriate or politically incorrect. He suggests that those who adhere strictly to political correctness may miss out on authentic comedic experiences, as comedians often tackle taboo subjects and say what people might think but are afraid to voice.
In practice
During a comedy night emphasizing the importance of being open about our thoughts.
I think a lot of people mistake my confidence on stage for cockiness in real life, and that's actually farthest from the truth. When I'm on stage, I'm that confident and that cocky because I have a microphone in my hand, and there's a few thousand people staring at me. And I know they're there to laugh.
I've seen racism in my audiences. For example, I've seen people laugh at every other group, but then clam up when it comes to their community. You can't laugh at everyone else and then not laugh at yourself. You shouldn't be at my show if you can't laugh at yourself.
I don't think comedy really does change people's minds; I think you can only get someone who is almost ready to change their mind. You can't change someone from one direction straight into the other, but if you get someone who is considering your view, and you make a good point, there's power in that.
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Comedy is simply a funny way of being serious.
The wisest and the best of men, nay, the wisest and best of their actions, may be rendered ridiculous by a person whose first object in life is a joke.
Well, you don't tug on Superman's cape, you don't spit into the wind. You don't pull on the mask of old Lone Ranger and you don't mess around with Jim.
Life is a terminal disease, and it is sexually transmitted.
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