Carl Unegbu, Lawyer and Author "Comedy Goes to Court"

Your World of Creativity

Aug 12 2024 • 28 mins

Comedy Goes to Court with Carl Unegbu

In this intriguing episode of *Your World of Creativity*, we explore the fascinating intersection of comedy and the courtroom. Our guest, Carl Unegbu, an attorney, editor, and author of "Comedy Goes to Court," shares his insights on what happens when jokes land comedians in legal trouble.

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Book on Amazon

- **Comedy and Courtrooms**: Unegbu discusses how comedians like Dave Chappelle, Conan O'Brien, and Howard Stern navigate the legal challenges in today’s litigious society.

- **Defamation and the First Amendment**: Understanding the thin line between free speech and defamation in comedy.

- **Legal Battles of Famous Comedians**: Cases involving Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Kimmel, and John Oliver highlight the legal pitfalls comedians face.

- **The Creative Process**: Unegbu shares how his background in law and journalism helped him write "Comedy Goes to Court."

- **Practical Advice for Comedians**: Tips on what comedians can and cannot say to avoid legal troubles.

Key Quote:

"Comedy Goes to Court is not just a book about comedy or the law; it's a fascinating combination of both, written in a simple, engaging style that anyone can understand." – Carl Unegbu

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