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Christian Finnegan
Christian Finnegan

Christian Finnegan is an American comedian known for his unique humor style and sharp wit. Born on April 1, 1973, he has been active in the comedy scene since the early 2000s. Finnegan has gained popularity through his performances in television shows, web videos, and live events. more

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“What people really want is not to make something funny, but to make something amusing - which, in many ways, is the opposite of funny. To amuse someone is to eliminate discomfort and awkwardness, kind of like a massage for the brain, while to be funny is to point out awkwardness and discomfort. Everyone thinks they want funny, but they really want amusement.”

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“I certainly do believe that a lot of comedy comes from awkwardness and embarrassment - pointing out the ways things are uncomfortable. Definitely the stuff that interests me. I don't necessarily think that comedy comes from a dark place, like you have to be a strung-out heroin addict. But I don't think it comes from happiness, that's for sure. It comes from frustration and suppressed rage, and wishing the world were different.”

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