From the late 1940s, Lenny Bruce dared to question the established norms of organized religion and politics, pushing the limits of free speech. In the words of critic Ralph Gleason, he opened doors for countless comedians and shattered countless taboos, leaving an indelible mark on the worlds of comedy, jazz, and satire.
Despite his untimely death at forty, Bruce's legacy cannot be measured, as exemplified by his timeless work, How to Talk Dirty & Influence People, which offers a profound and unflinching look into his life and his rise to become the most influential and controversial entertainer in history.