Mary Beth Barone Prepares for Potentially Controversial Netflix Special
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Mary Beth Barone Prepares for Potentially Controversial Netflix Special

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Comedian Mary Beth Barone is anticipating backlash from her debut Netflix special, "Galaxy Brain," and has identified specific individuals she expects to take issue with the material. She also discussed the upcoming season of her show, “Overcompensating.”

Barone’s first Netflix special, titled “Galaxy Brain,” is set to release soon. The comedian admits the special may offend some viewers, stating she is prepared for negative reactions and has even compiled a list of people she anticipates will be upset. This list includes J.K. Rowling, Mark Zuckerberg, and male comedians in general.

“I’m just fully ready to get it out there and see who’s mad at me,” Barone said. She intends to “offend the correct people” with her comedy.

Beyond her special, Barone also spoke about the second season of her show, “Overcompensating.” She described the upcoming season as being both “sadder but also funnier” than the first.

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