Inspire laughter -- a unique human connection | Rahmein Mostafavi | TEDxDrewMiddleSchool

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Comedian Bill Hicks once said, "The best kind of comedy to me is when you make people laugh at things they've never laughed at, and also take a light into the darkened corners of people's minds, exposing them to the light." Rahmein Mostafavi, creator of the Cool Cow Comedy tour, shares his thoughts on how comedy and laughter can create connections with people in extraordinary ways. All this while making you laugh the entire time in this hilarious TEDx Talk. Addressing heavy social and political topics with brilliant satire along with hilarious observational comedy and character voices, actor/comedian, Rahmein Mostafavi overcomes every crowd with charm, comic timing, and charisma. His hard hitting comedy has earned him the chance to share the stage with some of the best comics in the nation including Tim Meadows (SNL), Joe Matarese, Bob Marley, The Sklar Brothers, Jen Kirkman, Jake Johannsen, Godfrey, Joe Torry, Dave Attell, Bert Kreischer, Kyle Kinane, Finesse Mitchell, Artie Lange, Tammy Pescatelli, and Maz Jobrani. He headlines clubs and colleges throughout the country and has been heard on SiriusXM, seen on FOX and PBS. In the Stafford area, Rahmein produces and hosts a monthly show in Downtown Fredericksburg and at the old prison in Lorton to consistently sold out crowds. See details on his appearances and the shows he produces at www.coolcowcomedy.com About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)