The Arts

Adaptive agency: the satire genre and the motives behind its use in the era of social media in China

Y. Xi

Dive into the world of Chinese satire with enlightening research by Yipeng Xi. This study uncovers the motivations behind humor on social media, revealing a landscape where comedians confront micropolitical issues and societal norms through their craft. Discover how satire not only entertains but also serves as a powerful tool for social commentary and transformation.

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Abstract

This study uses a meta-discursive approach to examine Chinese satire's generic features and the motivations behind its use on social media. Analyzing scripts from 33 stand-up comedians, it integrates computer-aided topic modeling, discursive historical analysis, and semi-structured interviews. Findings reveal that most satire focuses on micropolitical issues (gender norms, family relationships, work conflicts), stemming from satirists' aversion to hypocrisy, past trauma release, and moral performance. This reflects an adaptive agency, where satirists adapt to rules while subtly reshaping norms.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jun 01, 2023

Authors

Yipeng Xi

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