“I think my speeches are hilarious. I think I'm a natural comedian, but...” — Lydia Lunch Quote

“I think my speeches are hilarious. I think I'm a natural comedian, but I like denying people the chance to laugh. I want to deny you the relief of the punchline.”

“Aggressive female icons have been chronically demeaned... It's fine for male artists to be angry - they're encouraged to outwardly express their aggression - but women? I've been painted as an aggressive Feminazi because I'm blunt, stubborn, independent, forthright.”

“I watch the news. It fuels my rage; it informs my work.”

“Well, first of all, I love Ilana Glazer. As a friend and as a comedian, I love her brand of humor. I love how real it is.”

“I think the greatest gift your parents can give you if you want to be a comedian is good taste.”

“My interest in magic was kindled by Steve Martin, the comedian I'd gone to high school with.”