Ange Lavoipierre: Dark Humour, Morbid Curiosities & The Comedy of Death
- Author
- Steve Otis Gunn
- Published
- Thu 23 Nov 2023
- Episode Link
- https://shows.acast.com/television-times-podcast/episodes/ange-lavoipierre
Ange Lavoipierre: Dark Humour, Morbid Curiosities & The Comedy of Death
🎧Episode Overview:
In this episode of Television Times, Steve Otis Gunn is joined by Australian journalist, comedian, and ABC's National Technology Reporter, Ange Lavoipierre. They delve into the intriguing intersection of absurdist comedy and serious journalism in the age of social media. Ange shares anecdotes from her early career, including a memorable encounter with the Australian Prime Minister at just 19 years old. The conversation touches on various topics, including:
- Balancing Comedy and Journalism: Navigating the delicate line between absurdist humor and serious reporting in the digital age.
- Theatre Terminology Challenges: The humorous struggles with understanding and using theatre-specific language during rehearsals.
- Humour and Death: Exploring the complexities of finding humour in death and the varying perceptions of what's considered funny.
- Horror Genre Preferences: Personal barriers and preferences regarding certain narratives within the horror genre.
- Artificial Intelligence Concerns: The unsettling implications of AI-generated content, highlighted by the story of Loab.
- Integrity of Information: Concerns about the diminishing integrity of information in today's media landscape.
This episode will appeal to fans of Australian comedy and journalism, enthusiasts of horror, and listeners interested in the evolving landscape of media integrity.
🧑🎤 About Ange Lavoipierre:
Ange Lavoipierre is an award-winning journalist and comedian, currently serving as the National Technology Reporter for ABC News. She is also the host and executive producer of Schmeitgeist, an ABC podcast that delves into the most defining trends of the moment. With over 15 years at ABC, Ange has contributed to various news and current affairs programs, including triple j's Hack and Background Briefing
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Podcast: Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn
Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Ange Lavoipierre
Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes
Release Date: November 23, 2023
Season: 1, Episode 30
All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn
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