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How joking about suicide can save someone's life

Suicide is no laughing matter. Or is it? Comedian Collin Williams explains how some people use humor to process their pain and start meaningful dialogue. About the speaker: Collin Williams is a stand-up comedian based in Salt Lake City, UT.

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This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxSaltLakeCity, an independent event.

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Suicide is no laughing matter. Or is it? Comedian Collin Williams explains how some people use humor to process their pain and start meaningful dialogue. About the speaker: Collin Williams is a stand-up comedian based in Salt Lake City, UT.

This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxSaltLakeCity, an independent event.

Read more about TEDx.

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