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Roots of Comedy With Jesus Trejo
Jesus Trejo's Search for the Stories Behind the Laughs
Comedian Jesus Trejo found more than great jokes on his "Roots of Comedy" journey across the U.S. Trejo spent time with six rising comedians and their families as they shared the stories behind the laughs while playing soccer, fishing, boxing, boating and eating. Their common thread? They explore diversity and bridge gaps through stand-up comedy.
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In his hometown of Los Angeles, Jesus meets up with Asian-American actor and comedian Sierra Katow.
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Jesus travels to Chinle, Arizona, to meet Native American comedian and actor Tatanka Means.
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Jesus meets environmental biologist and comedian Eeland Stribling in Denver, Colorado.
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Jesus heads to Austin and the U.S. border town of Laredo, Texas, to meet Vanessa Gonzalez.
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In Minneapolis, Jesus meets Yemeni comic Ali Sultan who opens up about his mental health.