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Not Done: Women Remaking America

Recalling the Comedic Genius of Joan Rivers

Examine how Joan Rivers used comedy to spotlight the inequality between men and women.

Aired 09/28/2014 | Rating NR

Not Done: Women Remaking America

Recalling the Comedic Genius of Joan Rivers

Clip: Season 2 Episode 1 | 1m 46s

Examine how Joan Rivers used comedy to spotlight the inequality between men and women.

Joan Rivers was unapologetic in her comedy, often using her wit and wisdom to highlight injustices in society. See more about Joan Rivers and other funny women when Makers: Women Who Make America returns to PBS on September 30th.

Aired 09/28/2014 | Rating NR

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