Chinese 'open mic' events are more than just comedy
by editors@theworld.org (Matthew Bell) from The World: Latest Stories on (#72CR2)
There are plenty of jokes. And lots of laughs. But these Chinese-language open mic events are not just about stand-up comedy. The get-togethers are also place for activists to meet, get some group therapy and share pointed views on life back home in China. The World's Matthew Bell has our story.
This story originally aired on July 4, 2025.