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This points to the craft of humor as something attentive and relational, not random teasing. It can be taken to mean that making people laugh requires noticing their limits and the place where play feels welcome, then finding the joy inside that space. It lands in comedy, friendship, or any moment where a joke needs to fit the person, not just the punchline.
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About Chris Harris
British automotive journalist, professional racing driver and television presenter
Chris Harris is a British automotive journalist, professional racing driver and television presenter. He is known for his work across car magazines and screen-based motoring shows. Harris has worked as a reviewer, writer, and editor for several automotive publications, including Evo, Autocar, and Jalopnik. He has also presented numerous television and YouTube series through NBCSN and DRIVE.
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