Revisionist History

The Satire Paradox

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37:36 | Aug 18th, 2016

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In the political turmoil of mid-1990s Britain, a brilliantyoung comic named Harry Enfield set out to satirize the ideology and politicsof Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. His parodies became famous. ...Show More



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mm recommended:Aug 10th, 2021

One of the best OG Revisionist History episodes hands down. What is the point of satire anyway and when does it work vs when does it fail? SNL will never be the same after listening to this episode.

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ambahjay recommended:May 12th, 2020

Is vague satire really satire at all? I'm looking at you Colbert. Satire. Noun. "The use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues."

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