How Ali Siddiq connects with his stand-up audience

Comedian Ali Siddiq explains why staying close to his neighborhood has kept his comedy down to earth and universally relatable. "I'm still grounded with the people that I grew up with," he told Salon's D. Watkins. "That story is what made us and gave us the tenacity that we have." In his latest special, "The Domino Effect Part 2: Loss," Siddiq focuses on talking about loss and bringing his audience to a space of vulnerability.

Watch Siddiq's full "Salon Talks" interview here: https://youtu.be/4m9FBRGj4S4
Watch Siddiq's special "The Domino Effect Part 2: Loss" here: https://youtu.be/nvofZaBh7wA

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