Satire has long been one of the most powerful forms of humor, and when paired with music, it takes on even greater impact. In early Celtic societies, those mocked in song might suffer boils—or worse. Join David Misch (Mork and Mindy, The Muppets Take Manhattan, Saturday Night Live, Funny: The Book) as he Zooms in to present 15 satirical songs addressing racism, war, sexism, income inequality, and more. Enjoy performances from legends like Randy Newman, Weird Al Yankovic, Gilbert & Sullivan, Tom Lehrer, Amy Schumer, and Groucho Marx. This event promises to be both entertaining and thought-provoking, with sharp commentary wrapped in humor. (Note: Please avoid attending if you’re prone to boils!) You won’t want to miss this!

David Misch is a former comedian and screenwriter (“Mork and Mindy,” “Saturday Night Live,” “The Muppets Take Manhattan”), as well as the author of Funny: The Book and A Beginner’s Guide to Corruption. He teaches comedy and musical satire at USC and UCLA, and has lectured at institutions worldwide, including Yale, Oxford, the Smithsonian, and over 30 lifelong learning programs. Learn more at davidmisch.com.

“A fantastic lecturer; knowledgeable, fun, and entertaining.” – The Grammy Museum
“A true satire scholar.” – The Houston Chronicle

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.