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Greg Shapiro Hosts Inclusivity25

October 20, 2025
“We need someone to host our Diversity event in Amsterdam. Who should we get?” A WHITE GUY?! Yes. “When we bring it up, people think we’re whining. When you bring it up, it’s harder to ignore.”

Funny Faux-King Protest Signs

October 17, 2025
In June of 2025, I went to the Amsterdam "No Tyrants" protest with a sign saying “Tiny Dictator.” But my favorite sign said "No Faux-King Way." Which is your favorite?

Greg Shapiro New York Times Quote

August 8, 2025
"It is not always an easy balancing act. 'The rule of thumb is to make fun of your own nationality first,' said Greg Shapiro, a Chicago-born comedian who has been living in the Netherlands since 1994, and who performs English-language improv and stand-up for a living."

Shapiro Hosts NAF Gala

Shapiro Hosts NAF Gala
March 9, 2025
I may be back to host another NAF gala for 2025. As the US / EU alliance is being torn apart, we need organizations like the Netherland America Foundation more than ever.

Greg Shapiro FD Persoonlijk

February 20, 2025
When Joe Biden dropped out and Kamala Harris stepped in, Greg Shapiro thought, "it's a good thing I added 'No Country for Old Men' to my show title."

Shapiro EditieNL ‘Going Dutch’

Shapiro EditieNL Going Dutch
February 12, 2025
Wouldn’t it be fun to set a US tv show in the Netherlands and investigate the subtle quirks of Dutch culture? OR - just trot out the usual stereotypes and get half wrong?
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