We Had a Little Real Estate Problem: The Unheralded Story of Native Americans & Comedy

Acclaimed comedy historian Kliph Nesteroff’s book explores how Native Americans, despite being denied representation in the entertainment industry, have significantly influenced and advanced comedy. The book begins in the late 1880s when Native Americans were forced to tour in wild west shows as an alternative to prison. It delves into the lives and work of seminal figures like Cherokee humorist Will Rogers and Hill, the first Native American comedian to appear on The Tonight Show in the 1970s. Contemporary comedians like Jonny Roberts, Adrianne Chalepah, and the 1491s are also profiled.

Featuring dozens of original interviews and Nesteroff’s trademark research, We Had a Little Real Estate Problem is a powerful tribute to a neglected legacy.

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