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What does it mean?
Cho uses precedent from other comedians to justify discussing taboo topics like menstruation.
In plain terms
She reasons that if a legendary comic like Pryor talked about it, she should too.
What can you take from it?
Use established precedents to normalize topics that feel taboo.

Where it applies

  • performing controversial topics
  • feeling self-conscious

Putting it to work

  • finding role models
  • normalizing open topics

Questions to consider

  • What topics are unfairly taboo?
  • How do you find permission to speak?

Another view

Precedent doesn't always mean a topic is universally appropriate.

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