Quote by Carl Hiaasen

I've always enjoyed making people laugh. But in order for me to be funny, I have to get ticked off about something.

I've always enjoyed making people laugh. But in order for me

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This quote highlights the paradoxical relationship between humor and frustration. The speaker acknowledges that their ability to make people laugh stems from their ability to get annoyed or angry about something. It suggests that their humor is fueled by a deeper emotional response, channeling their frustration into comedic material. It implies that the speaker's humor acts as a release for their own personal grievances while bringing joy to others through laughter.

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