Tangled in Political Stand-up, Lucky Gifts & Being Mother (with Margaret Cho)

This week, Kyle is joined by comedy legend and dream guest Margaret Cho! They discuss her groundbreaking sitcom “All American Girl” and its lasting impact on representation in media. They also dive into the evolution of comedy, the importance of political humor, and the challenges of navigating the political divide. Margaret also discusses her new “Choligarchy” tour, her new album “Lucky Gift,” and a few of her most memorable acting roles.  

Chapters

• The lasting impact and possible reboot of “All American Girl” 
• Mothering the next generation
• The political rollercoaster and the importance of humor as a release and a weapon
• Writing through turmoil
• The evolution of stand-up comedy through the decades
• Maintaining hope in dark times 
• New music album, 'Lucky Gift', and its themes of loss and resilience
• Current tangles 
• Family updates
• Cho reflects on her extensive filmography