Why we laugh at different things – and what that tells us about humour
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Joe Dolce’s Shaddap You Face has been inducted into the National Film and Sound Archive’s Sounds of Australia. How can we best understand this song in 2026?
It’s not so much about older people losing their sense of humour, as about changes in how they can use and enjoy it.
SNL’s British adaptation faces a cultural problem, not a format problem.
The vile Victorians were funnier than they looked, using brutal Valentine’s Day cards to mock people they didn’t fancy much.
The skit economy is estimated to be Nigeria’s third-largest entertainment sector, with a net worth of over US$31 million.
In their new Netflix series, comedy duo Superwog take on daddy issues and the manosphere.
Portland’s dancing frogs remind us how powerful it is to challenge tyranny with humour.
Humour helps politicians create emotional connections and energise voters who feel let down by traditional politics.
The framing of TikTok content could hurt the reputation of the two countries.
Ten comedians, one room, last comic to laugh wins. But what makes comedy – and not laughing – so funny?
Harmful stereotypes, misinformation and conspiracy theories have all found their way into meme format.
Leaders who promote a bit of fun in the workplace can help their employees engage and be more innovative and actually want to come to work.
A history academic describes how her daughter’s enthusiasm for the subject has been boosted by the hilarious TV series that makes the past accessible and fun.
Trump’s ‘dark play’ energises his voter base, but it also dangerously blurs the line between joke and reality.
Manners have changed. This is a good thing. But many comedians who moan about being ‘cancelled’ are actually thriving in an era of supposed increased sensitivity.
You can’t make a fool of a joyful laugher.
The genius TikTok account for the Paralympics draws on the comedic beauty of disabled bodies. It is a relief to see a promotion of the Paralympics that avoids the usual stereotypes.
When used well, humour can increase employees’ job performance and well-being. But intention and context are crucially important.
A new exhibition draws together two seemingly disparate but risqué artists who actually complement each other very well. And it’s not (just) because they both liked bums.
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Professor of English, Flinders University
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Lecturer in Creative Writing, Flinders University
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Lecturer in Psychology, Aberystwyth University
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Senior Lecturer in History, Edge Hill University
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Professor of Film Studies, Bangor University
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Creative Arts Research Institute - Griffith University, Griffith University
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Kidman Chair in Australian Studies and Director, JM Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice, Adelaide University
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