How Not to Get Shot

And Other Advice From White People

By: D. L. Hughley, Doug Moe

Narrated by: D. L. Hughley

A cutting satire of race relations in the age of Trump and Black Lives Matter from the hugely popular comedian—one of ""The Original Kings of Comedy""—and author of the New York Times bestseller Black Man, White House.

""White people are always giving out ‘helpful’ advice, such as: ‘Comply with the police and you won’t get shot.’ They’ve been doling out advice to black people ever since ‘I suggest you pick the cotton if you don’t like getting whipped.’ Not getting shot by the police has long been a problem for black people. Even when we had a black president! Now that we have a new set of overlords, with President Trump at the head, wouldn’t it be nice to get a little advice on how not to get shot?""

From the elections of Barack Obama and Donald Trump to the tragic events of Ferguson and Charlottesville, the subject of race has come to the forefront of American consciousness. Legendary satirist D. L. Hughley offers his own cutting observations on this contentious issue that continues to traumatize the nation, a wound made more painful by the ongoing comments and actions of the 45th president.

Hughley uses humor to draw attention to injustice, sardonically offering advice on a number of lessons, from ""How to make cops feel more comfortable while they’re handcuffing you"" and ""The right way to wear a hoodie"" to ""How to make white food, like lobster rolls"" and ""Ten types of white people you meet in the suburbs.""

How Not to Get Shot is a much-needed antidote in these distressing times.

Enjoyed it!

Now I know how to survive in this country. When I say survive I mean not get shot.

Humerous but REAL!

The irony of being black in America...this book is a good read for those who can separate the comedy, sarcasm and humor and get the underlying message. well put together.

Satire at it's finest!

I wasn't sure what to expect from this book. I did know that I have a greater appreciation for D. L. Hughley as an activist than I do as a comedian, but this book is a perfect combination of both. The overall message is great and it's delivered in such a enjoyably sarcastic way. Great job D. L.

so true it's shameful

DL Hughley did a great job gathering hypocritical talking points against race related issues in America.

Recommend it for everyone

This was good. Just finished it and it felt like a long talk over a long drive with an old friend. He challenges your thinking, makes you laugh, and tells a good story.