The Truth About The Chitlin Circuit | Black Comedy In America

Black comedy at its core is connected to the struggle of Black people in a segregated nation, using brilliance and perseverance to open doors and find hope. In this episode of Black Comedy In America, we explore the untold roots of the genre: The Chitlin Circuit. Before mainstream Hollywood opened its doors, Black entertainers were forced to perform in segregated clubs and theaters across the country. Discover how legendary pioneers like Moms Mabley, Red Foxx, Dick Gregory, and Sammy Davis Jr. braved harsh conditions and racism to create the blueprint for modern comedy. Want more LOL! Network? Next Episode - https://youtu.be/ptN2uK_07Ms This Season - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEA9mf3ZJGFwhbqDrLWWOf4-iU01EZSEI In The Ring with Kevin Hart - https://www.youtube.com/show/VLPLEA9mf3ZJGFxtCN91JrcMPi8dvg5Lg6qa?sbp=QAE%3D Real Husbands of Hollywood - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEA9mf3ZJGFzSBmuEfgTl4RG5BRN-zNoc Watch our FREE 24/7 Live Stream Channel, LOL! Stand-Up - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctyzvJLoid0 Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@LOLNetwork?sub_confirmation=1 Check out our podcasts: One Song - https://www.youtube.com/@OneSongPodcast ReLiving Single - https://www.youtube.com/@ReLivingSinglePodcast FOLLOW THE FUNNY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lolnetwork/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@LOLnetwork X: https://www.twitter.com/lolnetwork Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LOLNetwork Official Website: http://www.laughoutloud.com About LOL! Network: Laugh Out Loud, a Hartbeat company, is a comedy brand and multi-platform network founded by the world’s top comedian, Kevin Hart. LOL! Network delivers on a vision for the future of comedy with the mission of keeping the world laughing together. LOL! Network features a curated collection of the boldest and most legendary voices in comedy: stand-up, sketch, scripted, non-scripted, interviews, and more. Dope Comedy. Delivered Daily. Always On. Always Loud. Chapters 00:00 The Truth About The Chitlin Circuit 04:05 The Black Culture in Comedy 08:16 Black People Portrayed in Comedy 15:24 Sammy Davis Jr. Legacy 22:54 The first Interracial Comedy Duo 28:35 The Biggest Black Comedians 33:49 Comedy in the Black Entertainment 38:54 Is Racism Still Part of Today's Comedy? 41:51 How to Make the Pain into Comedy 43:49 Final Words The Truth About The Chitlin Circuit | Black Comedy In America | E04 https://www.youtube.com/@LOLNetwork #Comedy #LOLNetwork #BlackComedyInAmerica #BillCosby