Monica Lewinsky & Hannah Gadsby | 2018 Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit | Dealing With Trauma

The award-winning stand-up comedian and creator of “Nanette,” Hannah Gadsby, reflects on the frustrating landscape that the world finds itself in, with social activist and contributing editor of Vanity Fair, Monica Lewinsky.

[@kdelotecrlkdelotecrl4188]

Hannah Hangover - you get it with the book too! Two years after seeing Nanette the first time I still can’t get enough of her! Magnificent!!

[@bennyton2560]

seriously I have to take breaks with her book just to recover

[@eleonorelee267]

​@@bennyton2560 yeah. I loved it, I laughed and cried. Once I was down, I had a good long cry. Now I just can't stop thinking about how amazing a person Hannah is. So perceptive and honest. I wish more people were like Hannah

[@thisiswater9457]

Lovely interviewing by Monica, especially around 12 minute mark, giving Gadsby the space and time to make her case. So respectful and mature.

[@fbenbow2197]

Feeling safe in the world is the way you can defuse trauma. That is what we can do, help ourselves to be able to make others feel safe. Thank you

[@nicholasshackleferd]

I could not possibly think of two better role models for women. Thank tou two for being so inspirational.

[@jeremybegay4559]

Monica Lewinsky has become one of the most incredible woman and truly a blessed woman! God speed to Monica Lewinsky!!!

[@SLSLNQELRQKJ]

Seeing this genuine interaction, allowing the awkwardness and pauses to find the right words without judgement or pressure, truly brings me joy. What Hannah said about your community understanding your story and feeling your pain along with you being how we're able to feel safe, I think says why I think the need (or mine at least) for emotional validation is so strong. How many times I've heard to not worry about what others think; but that is so difficult to do when knowing somebody else shares your feelings is such a powerful healer. How do we address prejudice if we're meant to simply ignore the harmful beliefs held in our cultures?

[@heydeanie]

Two very amazing women, who've been through hell & lived to tell the tale... Thank you ladies, for showing us how to come out the other side with class, humor & yourselves intact...

[@paulv7744]

Why What did they do ?

[@heydeanie]

@@paulv7744 they had the nerve to be women...in a world where a few (not all) men don't know how to behave like gentlemen...if u need more detail, seek Google...

[@kaiberberich1]

@@paulv7744 Are you genuinely asking ? or trolling ? hey deanie has it right - both Monica and Hannah have had many many challenges. If you're interested enough to genuinely ask the question - then I suggest to you that there are many ways to get more informed. If you're trolling - then ... you're not actually worth any further attention ...

[@chookinathunderstorm3446]

@@paulv7744 They " went through hell and lived ( no suicide ) to tell the tale " .....and I would add, conveyed it across many boundaries present within the appreciative audience, glad to hear, their own personal trauma situation of whatever circumstance defined for them. Also to others in the mix, the enlightening revelation regarding the coping problems many others in the world, in many other types of circumstances, are suffering due to triggers embedded in culture that are unrecognisable to most of the population. Triggers they might, themselves, have been unaware of activating and are now refusing. A new way to evolve society and humanity has been articulately and entertainingly defined. This example uses two situations around which to highlight the abuse of power and the trauma it causes to both the abused and the abuser and also society. I remember when, in the 70's a teenage boy in school could be ridiculed in front of the whole school, by grown adults, then expelled for the ' social crime ' of growing his hair long enough to overlap his collar. He would be ridiculed as ' disgusting,' 'gay' and ' like a girl.' So the young students present were then receiving the message that society definies gays and girls as disgusting and at fault. Worthless misfits when compared to rule and boundary keepers. Rules made by those with the most muscle ( power, both physical and financial ) who would benefit and profit, by the rules made, the most. Sometimes with the support of weaker people who would cave to them and ride along in their powerful wake profiting from the power by betraying their true selves by behaving in a socially approved manner. Thank you Hannah and Monica for the whole incisive perspective and the perfect way it was presented. A gift to benefit and further humanity.

[@leazahowe196]

Incredibly bright and insightful! Fantastic interview. ❤❤❤❤

[@bethyundt]

"We take power as immunity..." For me, the most memorable comment. Thank you, Hannah and Monica for this.

[@delaceylehane7758]

The only memorable thing to ever leave lewinsky’s mouth was the presidents cock, and gadsby will be forgotten in a year. She’s already hated by the masses, that much is certain. Spewing her manhate and passing it off as comedy. Shameful. This shit is dividing the world, and all you progressive lefty cocksuckers supporting this shit are to blame

[@shonaharris9328]

Monica is a good interviewer. She listens and allows Hannah space to tell her story.

[@Danielle-nz9tn]

Monica looks amazing. She has aged so well. She is much more beautiful now than back then, I think! She is so intelligent and well-spoken too!

[@blloge]

Yep I agree!!

[@hkkh7363]

I was thinking the same, looks really beautiful.

[@misswinnie4.8]

She looks like Maria Shriver

[@jvisser4848]

I think she has skills.

[@freebee8221]

@@jvisser4848 bill would agree

[@whazzat8015]

Good discussion . Gadsby is not fluent because she is so reflective. reflects upon how we mistake fluency of word for that of thought. Some people just don't do small talk. She describes her stage work as a recitation in her TED talk. Striking work on story telling, from both women.

[@ranjanaklingelhoffer6463]

One of the most honest, authentic and unpretentious interviews I have ever watched. So powerful and heartening for those of us who can identify with the issues talked about here.

[@metamorphic8]

Hannah, you may think you’re “too slow for live tv” but, you are eloquent, articulate & powerful! Great interview, Monika!

[@valmon65]

We should fear power, and recognize the responsibility and the burden of it! Brilliant

[@BobbiElmanND]

Holy 😳 I am a huge fan of Hannah and had no idea this happened Surreal

[@sundaraschnoodle]

Another powerful discussion with Hannah Gadsby. I understand trauma and was taught that it was my shame. Take care Hannah.

[@stephaniebarrows5428]

I appreciate the comment about the dangers of not recognizing the power (and influence) we have over people. I’ve been on both sides of that equation, and I carried a lot of shame for years. Even the best intentions can come out horribly wrong, if either or both of the parties involved aren’t able to see themselves clearly.

[@voodoomagic90]

Thank you for uploading this! Love both of these talented, smart, sensitive and articulate women! They hit home with all the crucial points

[@lauraanne5175]

omg. that ending was priceless. ROFL. Love you Monica (and Hanna)

[@Oppies2]

Fascinating conversation!

[@lizannewhitlow1085]

Both women have such beautiful flawless skin. Zero blemishes, marks, tattoos. Just gorgeous.

[@moestein6972]

We need more heartfelt, honest, strength like you to bring to our world. Hopefully it will open minds, hearts, and arms across our world.

[@belsamethtaken4107]

A great interview that was clearly too short. Thanks a lot to the both of you!

[@ulalaFrugilega]

Too short. Very, very enjoyable in a sustainable sort of way. Thanks!

[@casuallevelexpert3112]

Listening to Hannah speak is so refreshing. She’s brilliant!

[@jasmeenmalhotra2225]

Just because an audience laughs, doesn’t mean it’s funny. Goddamn that’s insightful.

[@jennyleamusic6354]

Good for you both as women, for being so bold. Thank you.

[@janetmitchell4452]

Monica, laughed out loud at your last comment. You are AWESOME.

[@amalarose2414]

great stuff ladies xx what a privilege to watch this conversation xx Hannah you are such an incredibly talented insightful human being xx and Monica you hold such presence and energy in your interview xx thank you both

[@adhdunsupervised7800]

I was hanging off Hannah’s every word in this! What an amazing, groundbreaking interview!

[@nicolemar3975]

it truly is an incredible interview. such inspiring women. super glad you enjoyed it❤️

[@Horseracingfan1]

Groundbreaking are you high?

[@heydeanie]

@@Horseracingfan1 funny how I knew a man wrote this before I looked at the name...

[@Horseracingfan1]

You have a amazing gift. Can you tell me how tall I am.

[@heydeanie]

@@Horseracingfan1 at least 6 ft...bullies are usually tall...

[@AM-ni3sz]

Very mature. Thank you for being there.

[@sarahpinho1114]

I love listening to Hannah ❤️

[@papabear2515]

2 inspiring, strong women. Thank you. Thank you.

[@shonaharris9328]

I could just listen to Hannah for ages!! So intelligent and insightful.

[@andreagonyeaurodriguez4831]

Monica's hair is GOALS

[@tobifield5139]

I Love Hannah. She’s amazing

[@sharontaylor4148]

Hannah will make the river bend.

[@ohwilbur1]

They were both affected by the same story...he was taught that his hate was justified This is what we can change and have to change

[@katbh]

Fantastic interview!

[@DarlaW]

What an incredible interview!

[@derhodes]

Hysterical ending! 🤣 A thought-provoking interview for adults - loved it!

[@shazzorama]

Soooo glad I watched to the end! 😂😊❤❤

[@MrLittletube]

The title alone is enough to make me cry.

[@gilloconnor4128]

That was wonderful.

[@siracastori01]

Personally, gallows humour about rape helped endlessly with my with trauma, it takes the power away from it.

[@angelabruehler3620]

@20 minutes...the discussion of a whole culture ruining people with poor conditioning. I always wonder about the monsters who birth and create the monsters. Ladies, thank you for the discussion and chance to educate. I appreciate you both.

[@DD-jm5ug]

Seeds being planted 👌

[@carolynwakely7484]

Brilliant 💖

[@donryan3153]

Cue the Alison Moyet song Invisible, and Jann Arden's Insensitive.

[@chatsnoirblamo]

MONICA QUEEN

[@fuferito]

Monica Lewinsky is, by far, the comedic powerhouse between them.

[@toneseeland]

Monica Lewinsky is one seriously pretty woman. Always was.

[@jdrichardson39]

I'm sorry I laughed at you Monica. I've done some things too

[@jeff6708]

"they think are being good comediens if people laugh". , Now you know where you are going wrong Hannah... an audience of die hard fans cant even raise a chuckle when shes on

[@furtherdefinitions1]

I saw Hannah Gadsby's specials. I had no idea she was a comedian

[@marcellowoodford4048]

Cor Blimey! Mz.Lewinsky is STILL a Damn Attractive Woman-I'm Very Happy to Notice! x M

[@susanmiller7472]

HA-HA-HA-HA-HA-HA-HA!

[@lilzachytwotimeabihh]

She got dat mouf

[@jijiji9520]

C mamó

[@janhanger]

Dave Chapelle brought me here

[@Adelaide0]

But did you learn anything?

[@janhanger]

@@Adelaide0 from who? I learned something from Chapelle.

[@Adelaide0]

@@janhanger call me psychic, I predicted that response

[@heydeanie]

@@Adelaide0 lmaooooo . Love u!!

[@mojorayjones]

Who cares about this? You could be taking a walk or something.

[@JessBlake2]

@ mojorayjones, and you could have stuck your hand in a blender and turned it on instead of typing nonsense on a keyboard.

[@Arianddu]

Well you cared enough to leave a comment expressing an opinion no one needed to hear, so... guess you can take yourself for that walk.

[@oliviaperryman8622]

You’ve missed the point clearly

[@ausrm001]

Obviously not you

[@hemicuda123ify]

Oh please quit being invisible I've got my problems we've all got our problems stand up like a man cuz you look like one and quit feeling sorry for yourself and quit listening to all this BS around you about how we're supposed to be so self-absorbed let's think about other people instead of ourselves stop it

[@JessBlake2]

@ Chris Frost, I have a better idea. Why don't you learn to listen and not get your panties in such a knot over two people having a conversation that they and others want to hear. The only self-absorbed person here is you who can't muster up the humanity to hear two people talk about trauma, so you try to deflect by making shitty comments.

[@cculler52]

Ick. Nasty insensitive comment. Keep it to yourself.

[@godfreypigott]

You know you could have just closed it down and moved on. But you just had to be revolting.