The Michael Knowles Show Comedian Ari Shaffir Drinks & Answers Tough Questions: YES or NO
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Feb 17, 2025 
Comedian Ari Shaffir, known for his Netflix special 'America's Sweetheart,' joins for a wild game of YES or NO, tackling tough moral dilemmas and outrageous questions. They dive into the challenges female comedians face, the complexities of cancel culture, and the evolution of stand-up comedy. Ari shares humorous insights on relationships, language shifts, and how humor navigates sensitive topics like politics. The conversation is filled with brutal honesty and laughter, highlighting the transformative power of comedy in today's society.
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9/11 Joke
- Ari Shaffir recounts a story where a friend made a 9/11 joke.
- An audience member, whose brother died in 9/11, was understandably upset.
Hollywood Sign Cigar
- On his first trip to LA, Michael Knowles wanted to smoke a cigar near the Hollywood sign.
- People warned him about the fire hazard, reminding him of Steve Martin in The Jerk.
Psychedelic Trip
- Ari Shaffir believes the world would be better if everyone had a psychedelic trip.
- He questions why God would create psychedelic mushrooms if not for consumption.