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“I believe we all need to think about the power and impact of our words on others. Words are not 'just words', and whilst laughter can often be an important and powerful release, we have to consider how our humour is impacting on all those who are listening, and then decide just how much we give a fuck about whether we offend them or not. After all, some listeners might still be idiots.”

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Robin Ince
Robin Ince

Robin Ince is a British comedian, writer, and presenter known for his unique sense of humor and passion for science. Born on February 20, 1969, Ince has been active in the UK comedy scene since the 1990s. more

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