Comedy can be both a unifying force and a potent catalyst for truthful reflection. In a world where free speech often hangs in the balance, humor can unmask authoritarian excesses while helping people cope and question what they see around them.

Nate Bargatze, who sold over 1.2 million tickets to his “The Be Funny Tour” last year, is about to take on his biggest role yet: hosting the 77th Emmy Awards. He joins “CBS Mornings” from Los Angeles to share his excitement for the ceremony airing on CBS and Paramount Plus.

Comedian Benito Skinner explores the transformative power of humor in his new show, *Overcompensating*, premiering on Amazon Prime on May 15. In an insightful interview with NPR’s Ari Shapiro, Skinner discusses how he turns personal wounds into comedy.