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Explaining what defamation means for comedians, by lawyer-turned-comedian Matt Ritter

by Sean L. McCarthyApril 2, 2015

Lawyer-turned-comedian/producer Matt Ritter sent me this video today, which is not “legal advice” as he points out, but rather some points of clarification regarding defamation …

Censored: Jeff Dunham puts new words in Achmed The Dead Terrorist’s mouth for Malaysian audience on world tour

by Sean L. McCarthyMay 27, 2014May 27, 20148

Jeff Dunham spent the Memorial Day Weekend in Hawaii, resting and relaxing after a final show for the U.S. military following his first tour as …

Somali comedian killed who made fun of Islamist fighters

by Sean L. McCarthyAugust 2, 20121

Hecklers are nothing compared to the threats comedians face in other parts of the world — the latest example of such occurring earlier this week …