Comedian Bill Dawes | Remembering Suzanne Somers, Windy City Heat Reunion, & Blacklisted Harvard Students
Oct 17, 2023
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Comedian Bill Dawes joins Adam to pay tribute to Suzanne Somers and discuss their experiences at the Windy City Heat screening. They also have lively discussions about pedophiles, AOC, parenting, blacklisted Harvard students, Rolling Stone's guitarist list, and controversial traffic incidents.
Adam had a stressful experience during the 20th Anniversary screening of Windy City Heat, worried about his son's late arrival and location throughout the movie.
Rolling Stone's recent list of the 250 greatest guitarists sparked controversy and criticism for its lack of representation and questionable rankings, fueling the ongoing debate about subjective 'greatest' lists and diversity in rankings.
A tweet by Bill Dawes criticizes the unethical aspect of using political influence for personal gain, specifically calling out Joe Biden for allegedly neglecting his own granddaughter.
Deep dives
Summary of the 20 Year Anniversary of Windy City Heat
The 20 Year Anniversary of Windy City Heat was a star-studded event at the Bruin in Westwood. Adam invited his son to join him, but miscommunication led to his son arriving late and missing the beginning of the movie. Adam spent the entire time worried about his son's whereabouts and attempted to contact him with no response. After the movie ended, Adam finally ran into his son outside the theater and discovered that his son had arrived just minutes after the movie started and sat at the back of the theater. Despite the mix-up, everyone else had a great time at the event.
The Rolling Stone's list of the 250 greatest guitarists stirs controversy
Rolling Stone recently released a list of the supposed 250 greatest guitarists, prompting mixed reactions. The list includes some well-known guitarists like Jimmy Hendrix and Eddie Van Halen, but also includes some surprises like Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Joni Mitchell. Many people are criticizing the list for its lack of representation of more renowned guitarists and questionable rankings. This list further fuels the ongoing debate about the subjective nature of 'greatest' lists and the influence of diversity and inclusion in such rankings.
The dilemma of using political influence for personal gain
A tweet by Bill discusses the controversial issue of using political influence for personal gain. While it is argued that having political influence may naturally lead to financial benefits, the tweet highlights the unethical aspect of neglecting one's own family in exchange for personal gain. The tweet specifically calls out Joe Biden for allegedly not acknowledging his granddaughter for a long time. The tweet presents a strong stance on personal values and raises questions about the integrity of those in positions of power.
The decline of Rolling Stone's credibility
Rolling Stone's recent list of the 250 greatest guitarists and their questionable rankings and inclusion choices have further diminished the credibility of the publication. By prioritizing diversity and representation over objective musical talent and influence, Rolling Stone has alienated fans and weakened its brand. This trend of prioritizing social and political agendas over artist merit has also been seen in other industries, such as the Academy Awards and the Emmys, leading to a loss of trust and audience engagement.
Controversy over Blaming Israel for Gaza Attacks
A controversy has erupted at Harvard University as several student groups signed a statement blaming Israel for the deadly attacks by Hamas. CEOs of companies are now demanding the names of these students, potentially blacklisting them from future employment. The issue has divided opinion, with arguments over whether these actions should have long-term consequences for college students and whether holding them accountable for their beliefs is fair.
The Debate Over Red-Light Violations
Internet users are divided over a video posted by journalist Allen Henney, where he questions whether he should pay a $200 fine for not coming to a complete stop at a red light. While Henney argues that he was baited into not stopping due to the 'four-way' sign, viewers are siding against him, stating that he should have adhered to traffic rules. The video has gained significant attention, shedding light on the controversy surrounding rolling through red lights and stop signs.
Bill Dawes joins the show and recalls Adam choosing a bad walk-up song last time they performed in Nashville together. Adam pays tribute to his late friend Suzanne Somers, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 76, and compliments the loving relationship he witnessed between her and her husband Alan Hamel.
Adam then shares a stressful experience while attending the 20th Anniversary screening of Windy City Heat and the guys laugh about some key scenes and memories from the movie. Next, the guys pull up some of Bill’s recent tweets for a round of “tweet-splaining,” which leads to lively discussions about pedophiles, AOC, and parenting.
Lastly, Chris reports some stories that have been dividing the internet - including CEO’s wanting to blacklist Harvard students who blame Israel for the Hamas attacks, Rolling Stone’s 250 Greatest Guitarist List, and a car not coming to a complete stop at a stop sign in Washington DC.
For more with Bill Dawes:
? Follow Bill on X and Instagram @BillDawes
? Lawmen: Bass Reeves premieres on Paramount+, November 5
? See Bill at The Laugh Factory in Hollywood every Tuesday night at 10pm
? He headlines the Tropicana in Las Vegas, November 13 - 19
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