Sexist Jokes in Comedy : Why Are They Funny but Risky?
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Humor theory explains why something makes us laugh. One of them is the Superiority Theory, we laugh because we feel superior to others. Sexist jokes often work this way, making women as the object of inferior jokes.
The problem is, humor is part of the culture. If sexist jokes is seen as no big deal, they can normalize harassment. People who frequently laugh at jokes that degrade women may lose their empathy for victims of sexual harassment.
Even worse, these jokes can start more serious behavior, leading the way for physical harassment. Comedy changes over time, There was a time when racist and homophobic jokes were widely accepted, but today, many comedians avoid them because they understand their impact. Sexist jokes should follow the same path. Humor doesn’t have to hurt to be funny. As comedians or humor enthusiasts, we can create a culture of smart jokes without demeaning others.- Affiliation
- Institut Agama Hindu Negeri Gde Pudja Mataram
- Age
- 22-30
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