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Ziwe: What's funny these days?

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Ziwe: What's funny these days?

Dua Lipa: At Your Service

2023/08/25
Dua Lipa: At Your Service

Dua Lipa: At Your Service

2023/08/25
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When the comedian and writer Ziwe first went viral during the pandemic for her gotcha-style interviews with celebrities on Instagram Live, people couldn’t get enough. Today, she joins Dua to talk about all things funny, from finding comedy in increasingly ...

Highlights

In this episode, comedian and writer Ziwe joins Dua Lipa for a candid and humorous conversation about her unique brand of comedy, her rise to fame through viral social media moments, and the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. They explore the intersection of humor, cultural critique, and personal resilience.
00:00
Ziwe's interviews are a blend of comedy and social commentary.
03:28
Cultural differences inspire comedic perspective
06:07
Practice and failure are essential to the creative process.
11:52
Social media bypasses gatekeepers but fosters polarization.
23:24
Cancel culture ultimately benefited me.

Chapters

From Viral Sensation to Author: How Ziwe Found Her Voice
00:00
The Making of a Comedian: Childhood, Culture, and the Class Clown
03:28
The Art of the Interview: Satire, Intimidation, and the Instagram Live Era
06:07
Navigating the New Rules: Social Media, Cancel Culture, and Standing by Your Words
11:52
After the Show: Resilience, Creative Control, and Advice for the Next Generation
17:42

Transcript

Dua Lipa: This BBC podcast is supported by ads outside the UK. Ziwe: This podcast is so juicy, it's like the forbidden fruit you can't resist. Michelle Visage's Rule Breakers. Listen on BBC Sounds. BBC Sounds. Music, radio, podcasts. Dua Lipa: Just to le...