Using Comedy to Gauge the ENERGY of Someone

Cory Holcomb

I have a wide range of comedic styles that I like but this man even shocks and repulses me.

At times I can seem a little prudish to some. There are two categories of people who will find me a tad bit prude. The first category is ghetto Black people who grew up with no real morals or boundaries and the second category is, White people who have been conditioned to think Black women are like NeNe or Queen Latifah. In the past I've had administrative jobs where it was easy to feel the shock of many White people around me who thought I would be funny, loud or the office "clown riot". They thought I would be their brainwashed stereotypical image of a Black woman. I guess they had the notion that everyone acts appropriately on an interview but I would loosen up in time and provide entertainment. However, that is not me, I am not a clown, in fact I can't be categorized because I don't play by the roles or perceptions society uses to gauge the world.

Now despite the ghetto person's perception that I am being prudish, with confidence, I want to lead you to a comedian and two comedy skits that show his ENERGY. An ENERGY and comedic style so outrageous that if you are with any man or woman who finds him funny, please be weary of them.

The Energy Of Black Comedy Is Real and Closer to Home

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What Happens When Black Comedy Becomes Too Real?

I just finished watching “Martin Lawrence Presents: 1^st Amendment Standup” and I have to admit that aside from a couple of comedians it wasn’t really funny. I saw 3 episodes back to back. I’ve always like Martin Lawrence it’s not really his fault, and I will ALWAYS support him and all that he produces.

Comedy has always revolved around the ENERGIES present in our lives and communities. However it's harder to laugh due to the serious issues that plague this race. So when laughter stops in the community and things such as violence and the lack of pleasant social conditions become too REAL. These ENERGIES are in your face and can be felt in the community. When that happens comedy suffers.