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Does God Laugh?

Earlier this year, Pope Francis invited more than 100 comedians to the Vatican. He told them that they have the 'power to spread serenity and smiles'. But is humour always good?

Earlier this year, Pope Francis invited more than 100 comedians to the Vatican. He told them that they have the "power to spread serenity and smiles". We visit the Aberystwyth Comedy Festival to find out what Priests, comedians and students think about the Pope's words. Does God laugh? Abdul-Azim Ahmed talks to Father Frankie Mulgrew, Father Matthew Roche-Saunders, Comedy writer James Cary, theologian Reverend Canon Doctor Manon James, members of the Aberystwyth Student Christian Union, and comedian Milton Jones.

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