My Brother, My Brother And Me MBMBaM 711: Notice Me, Jerry Senpai
May 13, 2024
The hosts discuss the woke left's impact on comedy, popular sitcoms like Ever-Sheldon, scent-based cults, perfect walking sticks, and the importance of healthcare. They joke about burying themselves on the Big Bang Theory set, eggs in a library, and the Symposium on Cosmic Harmony with Richard, Ringo, and Rango.
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Comedy's Nostalgia Versus New Output
- Jerry Seinfeld criticizes modern comedy as ruined by "PC" culture and nostalgia for old TV.
- The McElroys respond that streaming, niche shows, and podcasts actually expand comedic output and forms.
Seinfeld's Frame Ignores Streaming Era
- The hosts point out Seinfeld's references feel dated and ignore modern platforms like streaming and podcasts.
- They argue comedy today multiplies across formats rather than disappearing from TV.
Big Bang Theory Tomb Satire
- The hosts riff about burying themselves on the Big Bang Theory set as satire of 'where did comedy go' takes.
- They joke about Young Sheldon endings and gift moments as comedic predictions.