The phrase “Laughter is the best medicine” might sound corny and cliche, but it’s true.

Before the film era, there were plenty of examples of comedy throughout history whether it was in plays, speeches, or public performances, but you had to be there in person to see it. Then in the late 1800’s, the first silent film movement introduced comedy to the big screen. Shortly after, an actor arose and made a career out of these types of films by the name of Charlie Chaplin.

For those not familiar with his work, Chaplin was an actor in the early 1900’s who used physical movements and facial expressions to get the audience to laugh. At the time, these films had no sound, so the actors on screen had to rely on movements to convey the story’s plot. It didn’t matter if you spoke English, French, or Swahili, anyone watching those films could connect to the silliness on screen and share that moment of joy. These films are particularly important since at the time it was the beginning of World War I and the U.S. was dealing with the great depression. People needed an escape, something to look forward to, and for most people comedy was the only thing to keep their spirits high as they dealt with great adversity.

The following 100 years brings us to where comedy is in society today: TV shows, films, stand up comedy, all help us get through our day to day lives and give us a break from the seriousness of life.

Our guest is a stand up comedian, musician, and general badass that has put in the reps and dedicated his life to the art of being a true performer.

This episode’s trailblazer shout out goes to the Tri County Beard and Mustache Society

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The Stay Risky theme song "Figure Me Out" by JD Eicher

Podcast recording photos by Tyler Muir

Images designed by Bram Epstein

The Stay Risky Podcast is recorded at Engine Room Recording Company in Indianapolis, IN and brought to you by 40FI Creations.

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