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They say whatever they like, edgy comedians. Nobody tells them what they can and can’t say. They walk onstage, top of their specials sometimes, and do ten solid minutes just slagging off transgender people. Straight out the gate, just making fun of transgender people. And if people on the internet get upset about it, the comedian is always like… 

[he gestures dramatically] “Bad luck! That’s my job. I’m a stand-up comedian. I’m meant to challenge people. If you don’t like being challenged, don’t watch my shows. What’s the matter guys? Too challenging for you?”. 

Oh, yeah, ‘cause you know who’s been long overdue for a challenge? The trans community. They’ve had their guard down for too long if you ask me. They’ll be checking their privilege on the way home now thanks to you, you brave little cis boy!

I used to name one of the comedians who that routine was about, but it always got really awkward in the room. Because it’s 2019 and most people are still more than happy to laugh at transgender people. Not as comfortable laughing at Ricky Gervais yet.

Avenue 5 - Season 1 Episode 6: Was It Your Ears