The Conversation U.S.Jun 16, 2024

"Dad, I’m hungry."

"Hi, hungry. I’m Dad."

There's an example of the beloved form of humor: The Dad Joke.

But what makes something a dad joke instead of just a corny joke? We've got two folklorists answering that question and looking at the history of the 'art' form. Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there, funny or not!

Leave a favorite #DadJoke in the replies, so we can all groan together
https://theconversation.com/an-homage-to-the-dad-joke-one-of-the-great-traditions-of-fatherhood-231996
#FathersDay #Dads @folklore

An homage to the dad joke, one of the great traditions of fatherhood

Cringe, corny and awkward − what’s not to love?

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Show threadMx. Luna Corbden 🐸Jun 16, 2024

@TheConversationUS @folklore @msbw

‘But if the joke doesn’t get a laugh … that’s good, too: Dad has intentionally invited this possibility, which is technically known as “unlaughter” and refers to jokes that create embarrassing and socially awkward situations. In this case, the way he flusters his children is his reward.’

Show threadTeflonTrout  he/him

@corbden @TheConversationUS @folklore @msbw

*taps the sign*

"A good joke leaves a mark. A GREAT joke leaves a welt"

Jun 16, 2024 at 10:37pmWeb