Copeland's Corner with Brian Copeland

Education, Immigration, & Toxic Masculinity in Comedy

Episode Summary

Guests this week: Maureen Langan, Kurt Weitzmann & Jann Karam.

Episode Notes

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for a COVID recovering Brian Copeland with guests Maureen Langang, Jan Karam, and Kurt Weitzman. They engage in a lively discussion covering topics such as the challenges and experiences of comedians, particularly female and LGBTQ+ comedians, in a male-dominated industry, and the political landscape exacerbated by figures like Donald Trump. They critique the impacts of Trump's cabinet choices, misogyny, racism, and attacks on education and healthcare. Personal anecdotes illustrate the struggle for respect and inclusion within the comedy scene while reflecting on broader societal issues. 

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Connect with our Guests...

Maureen Langan: MaureenLangan.com and @MaureenLangan on Instagram

Kurt Weitzmann: BoilingFrogEntertainment.com and @KurtWeitzmann on Instagram

Jann Karam: JannKaram.com and @JannKaramComedian on Instagram