Humor Across Cultures: What Makes People Laugh Around the World

Different Cultures, Same Giggles

I used to think funny was universal. A good banana peel slip or an awkward text to your boss—how could that not make everyone laugh? But then I started watching international comedy clips online, and suddenly, I was the one confused while an entire audience in Tokyo or Berlin was in stitches. It turns out humor is like food—everyone loves it, but the flavors vary wildly depending on where you are. So I set out (from my couch) on a journey to explore what makes people laugh across the globe.