Season 1 · Episode 93
Ms. Pat: Can Laughter Save Democracy?
In trying times, turn to the power of the sitcom.
The Sam Sanders Show · KCRW
February 20, 202638m 46sExplicit
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Show Notes
<p dir="ltr">Comedian and actor Ms. Pat kinda does it all. </p>
<p dir="ltr">She performs standup, hosts her own <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUemHKGQx4qNbzKbYY59ePpP7FMgZ-3Ua">podcast</a> and created the acclaimed sitcom <em><a href="https://www.bet.plus/shows/the-ms-pat-show">The Ms. Pat Show</a></em> on BET+. The series is known for mixing a laugh track with real issues like racism, sexual assault and immigration. </p>
<p dir="ltr">A recent episode follows Ms. Pat’s family as they help a young kid hide from ICE agents, while the show’s fictional President comes to town. Chaos ensues, but the story demonstrates Ms. Pat’s sharp ability to use humor as a vehicle to talk about pain. </p>
<p dir="ltr">She tells Sam about the pushback she got from the network’s parent company over the episode and why she will never be silenced.</p>
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