Egypt's 'Jon Stewart' showcases power of satire

At one time he had the most watched TV show across the Middle East and
North Africa but now Bassem Youssef has the chance to reach an even
wider audience.

Tickling Giants is a documentary that tells the story of how he
transitioned from being a heart surgeon in his native Egypt to
becoming the region's first real political satirist.

Now the man dubbed as Jon Stewart of the Arab World hopes his story
can show others that comedy can be a powerful weapon.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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