Comedy Writing Tip #86: How to Write Jokes About Holidays With Family Without Getting Disowned

Family holidays are comedy's pressure cooker - here's how to release steam: 1) **The Turkey Timer** - "Thanksgiving is just 4 hours of cooking for 20 minutes of eating... followed by 3 days of regret." 2) **The Gift Paradox** - "Nothing says 'I don't know you' like a scented candle from your aunt." 3) **The Political Landmine** - "Holiday dinners prove some topics should stay buried... like Uncle Ron's views on vaccines." 4) **The Alcohol Equation** - "The wine-to-drama ratio is science... and we're all failing the experiment." 5) **The Safety Net** - Always add: "But family is everything... said no one after the third political argument." Pro Tip: The best holiday jokes make people laugh while reliving their own trauma. On-Stage Line: "I love Christmas... it's the only time it's acceptable to drink before noon and cry in public." SOURCE: https://bit.ly/4kdwKCY