#Bill Maher (Politically Incorrect

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Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad, Malcolm in the Middle, Argo, X-Files, etc),

Faith Ford (Murphy Brown, We Have a Ghost),

David Huddleston (Blazing Saddles, The Big Lebowski, Star Trek TNG, The Wonder Years, Magnum PI, etc),

Clyde Kusatsu (character actor in dozens of things including M*A*S*H, NCIS, General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, Dollhouse, Samurai Jack, etc)

Bill Maher (Politically Incorrect, Real Time with Bill Maher, etc),

Ronny Graham (character actor and writer in dozens of things including M*A*S*H - also worked as a story consultant! and wrote several episodes!, Space Balls)

in 'Good-Bye Charlie' s6 e12 of Murder, She Wrote.

Episode aired Jan 7, 1990

[oldshowbiz]

1999.

Jay Johnston on an episode of Politically Incorrect.

[tmarshconnors]

“I don't want to live in a country where no one ever says anything that offends anyone.”

William Maher is an American comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host.

Host of "Real Time with Bill Maher": Bill Maher is best known as the host of the political talk show "Real Time with Bill Maher," which has been airing on HBO since 2003. The show features panel discussions with guests from various fields, including politics, entertainment, and journalism, covering current events and political issues.

Stand-Up Comedian: Before his success as a talk show host, Maher began his career as a stand-up comedian. His sharp, often controversial humour and commentary on politics and society have been a hallmark of his stand-up routines, leading to numerous comedy specials over the years.

Politically Incorrect: Before "Real Time," Maher hosted the show "Politically Incorrect" from 1993 to 2002. The show aired first on Comedy Central and later on ABC. It featured a diverse panel of guests engaging in frank and often contentious discussions on topical issues. The show was known for pushing boundaries and sparked numerous controversies.

Author and Documentary Filmmaker: Maher has written several books, including "True Story: A Novel," "Does Anybody Have a Problem with That? Politically Incorrect's Greatest Hits," and "New Rules: Polite Musings from a Timid Observer." He also produced and starred in the documentary film "Religulous" (2008), which critically examines religion and religious beliefs.

Political and Social Commentary: An outspoken critic of both political parties, Maher identifies as a libertarian and a progressive. He is known for his candid and often provocative views on a wide range of issues, including religion, political correctness, and environmentalism. His commentary frequently stirs debate and controversy, reflecting his commitment to challenging mainstream perspectives and encouraging open dialogue.

[gavrannoir]

I want to talk for a moment about Bill Maher.

I remember, as a child, my parents being upset when he was pulled off of the air after 9/11. The cancellation of his show was a direct result of a conversation he had with Dinesh D’Souza where Maher said, "we have been the cowards, lobbing cruise missiles from 2,000 miles away. That's cowardly. Staying in the airplane when it hits the building, say what you want about it, [it's] not cowardly." [check the “9/11 Controversy and Cancellation” section on Politically Incorrect’s Wikipedia page for more info]

My parents loved watching him on ABC because they thought he was honest and cut to the bone of an issue. It’s been over 20 years since his first show was cancelled and my parents have gone from not being able to afford cable to having an HBO subscription and living comfortably in one of the most expensive areas of the US. They now watch Real Time with Bill Maher, which was picked up by HBO in 2003, but my parents didn’t start watching until 2014 at the earliest.

I remember being so excited to watch it with them, because I was too young in the late 1990s and early 2000s to watch his previous show. I remember watching my first episode in the mid 2010s and thinking he had some funny one liners but overall he was mean and made me feel uncomfortable.

My understanding is that my parents and older brother (who lives with them) started watching Real Time regularly in 2020. I’ve been out of the house since 2014 and have not spent significant time in my parents’ home since. I’ve caught bits of Bill Maher’s show during visits and my discomfort just kept growing.

I’m visiting my parents right now and am about halfway through a month long visit. My first night here, my dad and brother started spouting some out-of-pocket opinions that genuinely shocked me to hear from either of them because they were deeply Islamophobic and they denied that the Israeli government and military is perpetrating genocide in Palestine. A few nights later, while getting ready for bed, I heard the opening chords of Real Time’s theme song and pretty soon later heard Bill Maher say almost word for word some of the talking points my brother and father had used.

Bill Maher isn’t a liberal any more let alone a progressive and he needs to stop masquerading as such. He is a racist, a queerphobe, a xenophobe, ableist, and probably other things since I have been fortunate enough not to be subjected to his rhetoric too frequently. Lately he’s been asked in interviews why he’s been speaking against the left so often in addition to the right and he has said that “[i]t’s not me who’s changed; it’s the left, who is now made up of a small contingent who’ve gone mental, and a large contingent who refuse to call them out for it.” I would venture to say he is right in that he is not the one to have changed. He has always been, as I complained to my husband a few weeks ago, someone who thinks cruel is cool. I think that we have societally shifted the left’s Overton Window enough to no longer include him in the definition. At best, these days Maher is a centrist, but really I think he’s a conservative (not an alt-righter).

Fox News talking heads like to recite a quote misattributed to Winston Churchill: ‘If you’re not a liberal when you’re young, you have no heart. If you’re not a conservative by the time you’re old, you have no brain.’ (The young ones in particular like to grin while reciting this as though they’ve surpassed love and gone straight to brain-in-a-jar status). The logic here, theoretically, is that liberalism is for the bleeding hearts with nothing to lose while conservatism is for those who have spent their lives building up their retirement plans and would be disrupted by a revolution. Really, though, I think it’s simpler than that. If society is always hoping for betterment, every generation is going to try pushing the envelope farther. If you live long enough and you choose not to keep yourself educated, you might become uncomfortable with where we’re sending the letter.

I hope Bill Maher gets more and more uncomfortable, because he doesn’t seem to be interested in learning.

[ptseti]

IS THERE FREEDOM OF CHOICE IN THE UNITED STATES?

During a 2001 appearance alongside Black conservative commentator Horace Cooper on comedian Bill Maher’s TV programme, ‘Politically Incorrect,’ George Carlin (1937-2008) argued no political choice exists in the United States. The US comedian, actor, author and social critic said people can only vote for one of two political parties most of the time. Yet, they can find dozens of options in grocery stores. Carlin called it the ‘illusion of the freedom of choice.’

[sleepynegress]

I think about this study often... A troop of baboons with aggressive males who bullied bit and generally were awful to subordinates all died out at once because of disease-contaminated meat at a dump (they got to eat first, of course, and didn't share). Since then the troop became a peaceful *utopia* of good gaining higher status, i.e. grooming for favors. I think about how the opposite effect took hold of U.S. society in the late 90s with the petulant resentment of softer terminology for the other being treated with normalized sarcasm (Bill Maher's Politically Incorrect which is why I'm not surprised he's being out now about what he's always been about) converging with 9/11 increasing fear and paranoia... Add Obama's election, and I can literally still hear the unsaid echoing "Let's try that n-word and watch him fail/fury that he didn't. ...And now we have a bunch of aggressive bullying baboons eating everything and I wonder what can be our tainted meat??

[takeeachdayonebookatatime]

I'm Tony DiGerolamo. Previously, I wrote jokes for Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher and comic books for The Simpsons. Currently, I write The Pineys, it's about a family of hunters that hunt the kin of the Jersey Devil. The Jersey Devil is a 289 year-old folktale in South Jersey and is connected to many other stories about witches, ghosts, pirates and other supernatural entities. Book 15 of the Pineys dropped in January and is called La Cosa Nostra Piney. The series is a little bit like Ghostbusters with drunken hillbillies.

(Laura) 

Congrats on the book now onto the questions.

(Laura)

Is there a special reason behind the title of your book/series?

(Tony)

Yes, the Pineys is what people who live in the Pine Barrens are called. It was coined by Philadelphia elites in the early 1900's as a derogatory term, but it's now a term of endearment.

(Laura)

What was the inspiration behind your story/series?

(Tony)

The Jersey Devil legend is 289 years old and has been part of the folklore and culture of this region. It's what they named the hockey team after and is New Jersey's official state demon. It is inspired by the many folktales about and around the Pine Barrens.

(Laura)

Will there be any more books in your series?

(Tony)

There are currently 15. I put out three a year: March, July and October.

(Laura)

How many books have you written?

(Tony)

Total? At least 20. If you count comic books, more.

(Laura)

How many books are in your series?

(Tony)

Currently 15.

(Laura)

What can your readers expect from your next book?

(Tony)

More folktales, history, comedy and action in the Pines.

(Laura)

How does your next book fit in with your series?

(Tony)

La Cosa Nostra Piney is basically The Pineys vs. The Mafia. Allegedly, Mafia members have buried various dead guys in the Pine Barrens because it's very remote. One of the cousins owed the mob $8,000 and now they've come to collect.

(Laura)

What made you want to become a writer?

(Tony)

I won a contest in the 1st grade for a McDonald's hamburger for a short story. I kept winning every month until the school asked me to stop entering so one of the other kids could win. I am motivated by food.

(Laura)

For people who have not read your books or series, what are they about?

(Tony)

In the 1730's in Leeds Point, NJ, the mother of the Jersey Devil, Mother Leeds, was a witch. She opened the portals of Hell and flooded the Pine Barrens with devils. But in the neighboring village of Abe's Hat, the villagers formed a secret hunting society to hunt down the devils and send them back to Hell.

(Laura)

Do you have any pets? If so, what are their names?

(Tony)

A dog. Joan of Arc.

(Laura)

Besides writing, what are your other hobbies/skills?

(Tony)

I like making videos on YouTube these days. I make comics on The Webcomic Factory.

(Laura)

What is your favorite part of your book or series?

(Tony)

I like that I'm educating my readers about their local history, which I find fascinating.

(Laura)

Do you prefer paperbacks or ebooks?

What format do you prefer?

(Tony)

Books.

Softcover or hardcover books?

Soft.

(Laura)

What was your favorite book or series as a child?

(Tony)

As a kid, I read The Hardy Boys, The Three Investigators, Ellory Queen Mystery Magazine, Alfred Hitchcock Magazine and comic books.

(Laura)

Do you have a favorite cd or artist you like to listen to while writing?

(Tony)

Beastie Boys Ill Communication

(Laura)

What is one of the most important things your readers should take away from your books?

(Tony)

They should laugh.

(Laura)

If you could, would you make any changes to your book or series?

(Tony)

I would do all the audio books. So far, I've only done the first one.

(Laura)

Why do you think more people should read books?

(Tony)

People should ready GOOD books. There are plenty of them that are a waste of time and full of propaganda.

(Laura)

If your book got turned into a movie, who would you want to star in it?

(Tony)

Me. Other contenders: Chris Pratt and Ryan Reynolds.

(Laura)

How would you make the movie as good as the book?

(Tony)

I would insist on approving everything and/or direct it.

(Laura)

Do you think beta readers should be compensated in some way? And are they necessary?

(Tony)

If you work, you should be compensated.

(Laura)

What is your thought on outlines for stories/books?

(Tony)

They're fine. I use them in a very loose fashion these days. If you need them, use them, but don't be wed to them if the story changes.

(Laura)

Do you have a favorite quote by an author?

(Tony)

Yes.

(Laura)

Paper, computer or typewriter what do you write your story on?

(Tony)

Computer.

(Laura)

The last book you read was?

(Tony)

The whole book? Hard to say. I read parts of books looking for more folktales about the Pines. I tried to read the Gulag Archepelago, which is amazing, but I only got to Chapter 5. Need to go back and finish.

 

(Laura)

Which one of your books would you want turned into a movie?

(Tony)

All of them.

 

(Laura)

Do you snack while you write?

(Tony)

Sometimes.

 

(Laura)

What book meant the most to you?

(Tony)

Jersey Devil by McCloy and Miller 1974

 

(Laura)

Did any real life experiences have an impact on your book?

(Tony)

Sure. How could all of them not?

 

 (Laura)

Name one character you liked writing for/about in your book?

(Tony)

I like them all.

 

(Laura)

What three adjectives would best describe your book/story?

(Tony)

clever funny chaos

 

(Laura)

How would you best describe your characters to someone who has not read your book yet?

(Tony)

Part of the concept is the idea of a small town vibe where everyone knows your business. They are very close knit and don't see any reason to leave their little enclave and know it very well. You can try to roll in and change things, but you will probably fail.

 

 (Laura)

Writing multiple character perspectives is that something that is commonly found in your stories?

(Tony)

Yes.

 

(Laura)

Explain the thought process behind your book?

(Tony)

I use the improv method. I come up with a concept and heighten it until it leads somewhere.

 

(Laura)

Where do you write your books/stories? 

(Tony)

In my house.

 (Laura)

(Finale question) 

Current book you're reading?

(Tony)

I read books on the history of South Jersey and various folktales.

 

 

(Laura)

Any social media pages our very few readers can find you at and were they can buy your books 

 

(Tony)

The Pineys is available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082SCFW9R?binding=paperback&qid=1716835547&sr=8-2&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk

 

You can visit my site at ThePineys.com

 

I have various social media including YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtWOlHbXZRG9P2K1moOZzsg

 

And Twitter/X at @TonyDiGerolamo

@thefixisin

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Personally, I’ve never enjoyed panels; the panels on Bill Maher’s old Politically Incorrect show typically featured an unholy mix of brain-dead celebrities and unfunny think tank types. A Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations would make a solid point about NATO mission creep in the post-Soviet era, and then he’d be rebutted by the bass player from Hoobastank.

-Jeff Maurer

[runonthewater]

I may have posted this before but it's honestly one of my favorite videos of WLW/MLM solidarity: Sophie B. Hawkins and Clive Barker passionately and entertainingly arguing down Christine O'Donnell on Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher in 1997.

Extremely good gay moments in this:

Clive jumping in to make absolutely over the top jokes about sodomy and "oral" plans at 2:00

Sophie getting worked up around 3:27 and pulling her feet up onto her chair so she can argue more effectively

O'Donnell saying "I don't know what Jesus you've been talking to" and Sophie yelling "You don't know who we've been talking to, that's the problem!" at 4:15

O'Donnell saying "What God? The God of the Bible or your version of God in Hellraiser?" and Clive exclaiming triumphantly "So you saw it!" at 4:44

Sophie's big jacket throughout god she looks good

Sophie also has her shoes off and is sitting in the most barefoot queer woman way possible at 6:26, I love her, I want to be her

she also argues for equal civil rights clearly and convincingly, GOD, can one gay really have it all

Clive and Sophie making identical "god, okay, keep it together" expressions at 8:23 after O'Donnell says the phrase "people who aren't accepting God's best in their lives"

followed by Clive responding to O'Donnell saying she has "homosexuals" in her family by acidly saying "Some of your best friends?"

Sophie letting out a jungle shriek and levitating out of her chair at 10:36 when O'Donnell says there's no such thing as separation of church and state and there shouldn't be

10:58: O'Donnell mentions "ex-homosexual program"s, Sophie starts to jump in, Clive puts a hand on her wrist and she nods and says "Go" like a falconer releasing a falcon

On coming back from another commercial break at 11:47 Clive has joined Sophie in sitting incorrectly and barefoot on his chair

Sophie getting HEATED when O'Donnell says "When you've experienced God's grace in your life--" "We've ALL experienced God's grace in our life. That's an insult. That's an insult!" at 13:52, SPIRITUAL QUEERS LET'S GO

followed immediately by her and Clive sharing a big hug

followed immediately by Bill Maher joking about the two of them leaving together, and the two of them handclasping with the tight grip of rock climbers holding each other to the face of the earth

followed by Sophie asking how O'Donnell might feel about her and Clive getting married, O'Donnell saying "that would be a heterosexual marriage" and Sophie and Clive jumping over each other to say "NO NO NO IT WOULD NOT BE"

Listen, there's parts of this that are hard to watch. Bill Maher is here; he says stupid, provocative shit, including some stuff to O'Donnell that's absolutely gross. Christine O'Donnell is an out-and-out Christian nationalist. Clive and Sophie are defending their basic dignity and humanity and O'Donnell is allowed to have the last word, even though the last word is her laughing awkwardly as she fails to find a clobber text in the epistles.

But goddammit do I love watching Clive and Sophie. I love watching them hold each other's hands and bash back at O'Donnell and cackle while they do it. I mean it when I say this is queer history, to me, that this is what I want to be in the world. I want to take off my shoes and hold my siblings' hands and laugh heaven's laughter when they try to make me quiet.

[billscheft]

Every time, and I mean everytime, I give an interview, I have ex-post-facto remorse. This one the other day, with a young woman from Rolling Stone, turned out okay. Mangia....

STEPPING UP

Letterman’s Staff Remembers His Generosity During the Writers’ Strike

Former Letterman staffers discuss the talk show host’s decision to help out of work crew amid the 2007-2008 writers’ strike

BY KALIA RICHARDSON

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

THE ACTORS’ AND writers’ strikes have left countless people out of work for months as the two unions, SAG-AFTRA and the WGA, fight with the studios for better working conditions for their members. The strikes have also pushed the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards (originally set for Sept. 18) to January, stalled TV and film productions, and delayed the return of late-night talk shows indefinitely. With so many in the entertainment world out of work, actors and talk show hosts have found ways to raise money through the Entertainment Community Fund, the SAG-AFTRA relief fund, Quinta Brunson’s strike fund, nontraditional auctions (have Adam Scott walk your dog), and the Strike Force Five podcast featuring Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmy Kimmel, John Oliver, Seth Meyers, and Jimmy Fallon, who was recently the subject of a damning Rolling Stone investigation about his toxic work environment. 

This, of course, isn’t the first time Hollywood has been on strike — and received support from late-night hosts. 

During the previous Writers Guild of America strike that began Nov. 5, 2007 and ended Feb. 12, 2008, David Letterman paid The Late Show with David Letterman and The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson staffers out of his pocket.

Bill Scheft, who wrote for Letterman for 24 years, says that Letterman was unwilling to move forward without his writers. 

“To me, it was one of his finest moments,” Scheft tells Rolling Stone.   

While he says it’s unfair to compare Letterman to current late-night shows due to declines in viewership and a shifting media landscape, Scheft is ultimately glad hosts like Bill Maher, who he worked with during the first season of ABC’s Politically Incorrect, decided to stay off the air.

“I’m happy that he reconsidered,” Scheft says of Maher. “I just think that it was a bad look.”

Letterman’s production company, Worldwide Pants, issued a statement at the beginning of the ‘07-’08 writers’ strike that it would continue to pay its non-writing staff of The Late Show and The Late Late Show to the end of the year, making it the first company to guarantee its staff financial support during the strike. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart did not offer compensation to its employees, while NBC’s The Tonight Show With Jay Leno later promised to pay staffers for at least a week.

“It is important to Dave that our staff members have some degree of support during this uncertain time,” the Worldwide Pants statement read. “Therefore, Worldwide Pants, which independently produces both shows, will continue to pay the non-writing staff of the shows – fully compensating lower-salaried employees, and providing a substantial portion of salaries for those at the higher end — at least through the end of the year.” 

At the time, Letterman owned The Late Show and The Late Late Show. CBS paid a licensing fee to air the shows, which means Letterman’s production company was responsible for compensating its writers. Letterman and the WGA inked a deal in late December 2007 granting interim agreements to both talk shows, allowing them to continue production with its union writing staff. Around that time, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with Conan O’Brien also resumed production, but without their writers. 

Scheft added that even after Letterman’s team went back to work, he had “survivor’s guilt” and delivered pizza to striking writers on the picket lines. 

“We had got lucky and that was only because our boss owned the show,” he recalls. 

It was a model Letterman adopted from Johnny Carson during the 1988 writers’ strike, the longest strike at 22 weeks. Carson, who owned The Tonight Show, was paying his staffers out of pocket and pursued an interim agreement before returning sans writers in May 1988.  Barbara Gaines, a former executive producer for Letterman’s show, shared that lower-salaried employees were paid in November and December.

“Dave himself is a writer,” Gaines, who worked for Letterman for 35 years, tells Rolling Stone. “He always respected the writers very much. [You] can’t do a comedy show without writers.” 

Scheft picketed The View Tuesday, which is still in production amid the strikes. Drew Barrymore announced Sunday she would pause her daytime talk show after immense backlash, and Bill Maher followed suit Monday. The Jennifer Hudson Show and The Talk delayed their Sept. 18 premieres as well. 

Scheft acted as a liaison between the Writers Guild and Letterman’s late-night writers, and marched the picket lines in 2007. As a decades-old friend of The View’s Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg, he says he believes they would be out on the picket lines if it wasn’t for their roles as co-hosts of the daytime talk show. 

[thewomanofrevelation]

POLITICALLY INCORRECT W/ BILL MAHER: CAMILLE PAGLIA [X]

[seriousbusinessforhumans]

November 22, 2022

Little more than a month after John Cleese announced that he was partnering with “British Fox News” to wage war on “cancel culture,” Eric Idle has joined the overwrought and exhausting comedy culture wars with his own opinions on the multi-millionaire comedy legends who cry “censorship” every time there’s a negative reaction to their material.

On the topic of censorship, Swisher naturally asked Idle if he had any thoughts on Dave Chappelle’s constant claims that he is being silenced while getting paid $24 million per special to complain about how canceled he is. Said Idle, “Where does he say it? On SNL … Well, you’re not being that much canceled, are you? If you were in your room complaining, I’d have a lot more sympathy.”

Idle continued on to address another fabulously wealthy and perpetually platformed comedy crybaby, Bill Maher, whose war on naysayers started in 1993 with his first talk show, Politically Incorrect. Idle challenged Maher’s apparent assumption that anyone who doesn’t think he’s funny must be a cancel culture snowflake, saying, “I didn’t like it when Bill Maher complains about the audience for not laughing, they’re telling you they don’t find it funny. You shouldn’t moan about the audience. There’s nothing wrong with the audience. If they don’t laugh at your jokes, there’s something wrong with your joke. And so… I’m not terribly sympathetic to that sort of attitude, to be honest."

It’s reassuring to hear a comedian with as much wisdom and experience as Idle speak so directly about the absurdity of the “censorship” discussion as it relates to immensely wealthy and popular comedians complaining about how some audiences are having a negative reaction to their material. Neither Chappelle, nor Maher, nor Cleese are being censored when people criticize the points of view that they openly express to millions of viewers. Actual censorship is when Russian satirists are jailed for mocking a Kremlin-favored local politician, not when some Cracked writer says that Bill Maher hasn’t been funny since 2005.

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Bill Maher Net Worth: David Cross Seems To Criticize Him And Dave Chappelle For Complaining About Cancellation Culture!

American actor, comedian, political pundit, and TV personality William Maher. On January 20, 1956, he entered the world on a cold New York City hospital bed. He gained fame as the host of Real Time with Bill Maher on HBO and Politically Incorrect on Comedy Central and ABC, respectively.

Bill Maher Net Worth

American comedian, actor, and TV personality Bill Maher have a net worth of $140 million. When he made a smart investment in the New York Mets in 2012, it contributed significantly to his current wealth. https://twitter.com/GrimoireVirtue/status/1528080736099524609 There will be a further explanation of this investment later in the text. His HBO talk program "Real Time with Bill Maher" is where he airs most of his political satire, comedy, and sociopolitical analysis, for which he is widely recognized.

David Cross Seems To Criticize Him And Dave Chappelle For Complaining About Cancellation Culture.

David Cross, an actor, and comedian have called his peers who "b— and moan" over the possibility of their shows being canceled. Cross recently criticized comedians who are seeking to portray themselves as heroes of "free speech" by railing against cancel culture in an interview with MSNBC contributor and liberal columnist Dean Obeidallah for the liberal portal Salon. Check this Jason Tatum Age. He singled out comedians who joke about "trans people," an apparent jab at Dave Chappelle and Bill Maher, who have drawn criticism for not holding back their jokes about the LGBTQ population. Cross said they should quit insulting "hundreds of thousands of people" with their comments about cancel culture and end their argument. you might also be interested to read about this article Katy Perry Age. The "Arrested Development" star and anti-Trump stand-up comic ripped on his fellow comics on the most recent episode of "Salon Talks," saying, "All the comics b—- and complain about, you know, 'they're trying to cancel me for this joke I did.'" Usually, it's just a meaningless joke that has no bearing on the situation.

Cross mocked comedians even further when he said, "And now you are portraying yourself as this bull— the voice of 'They're not going to cancel me. No amount of intimidation will make me go quiet. Because of what? You made a stupid joke about transgender people. And I'm like, "Who gives an f—?" His line of questioning continued, "I mean, is it that essential to you? You know, just move on and stop being a bad person and hurting tens of thousands of people. we hope you like this article Post Malone Age. But, the negative effects of comedians like Dave Chappelle's anti-trans jokes were seemingly ignored in Cross' dismissive portrayal of how some comics deal with cancel culture. The jokes of comedian Dave Chappelle have caused many venues to cancel his scheduled performances at the last minute and have even led to a strike at Netflix's offices to have the company remove his stand-up specials from their streaming library. check this Christopher Walken's Net Worth. In 2022, Chappelle was attacked while performing in Los Angeles. Although though the violence occurred during the campaign to cancel Chappelle, no formal link was drawn between the perpetrator and angry LGBTQ supporters. we hope you read this article Lionel Richie Age. Cross answered "Yes" when Obeidallah asked if fans had ever approached him after a gig to complain about jokes. 'Sure,' he agreed. Okay, sure. Absolutely. It was similar to when people used the 'N-word' in conversation. Not only that, but she was a person of color. She went into detail about why it made her angry, and I defended the statement and its underlying premise as best I could. https://youtu.be/LDmLVr6AUHs Cross said the two of them reached a compromise after a "longer chat," but he stressed he had no problem avoiding those jokes in the future if they offend a certain audience. The man continued, "And it doesn't hurt me. To not deliver that line has zero effect on me. you might also be interested to read about this article Darius Rucker Net Worth. Later he elaborated, saying, "Now that I have that information, and I can see her point of view, why would I continue to do it? What, to be a champion of free speech or something? Read the full article

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Ariana Huffington: A Trailblazer in Media and Wellness

Ariana Huffington Ariana Huffington is a name that resonates with many, as she has made an immense impact on the media and wellness industries. Born in Greece, Ariana moved to the United States and rose to prominence as a political commentator and the co-founder of The Huffington Post. Over the years, she has become a well-known advocate for wellness, publishing several books on the topic and founding the wellness company, Thrive Global. Early Career in Media and Politics Ariana began her career in media as a writer and commentator, publishing several books on politics and running for governor of California in 2003. She became a regular commentator on cable news programs, appearing on shows such as "Politically Incorrect" and "Real Time with Bill Maher." In 2005, she co-founded The Huffington Post, a news and opinion website that quickly became one of the most popular news sources online. The Rise of The Huffington Post Under Ariana's leadership, The Huffington Post became a major force in online journalism, winning several Pulitzer Prizes and eventually being acquired by AOL for $315 million in 2011. The website was known for its liberal viewpoint and diverse range of contributors, including celebrities, politicians, and academics. Advocacy for Wellness In 2007, Ariana's life took a dramatic turn when she collapsed from exhaustion and burnout. This led her to reevaluate her lifestyle and become an advocate for wellness, eventually founding Thrive Global in 2016. The company provides tools and resources for individuals and companies to improve their overall well-being, including coaching, workshops, and apps. Books and Speaking Engagements In addition to her work in media and wellness, Ariana has published several books, including "Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder" and "The Sleep Revolution: Transforming Your Life, One Night at a Time." She is also a sought-after speaker, delivering keynote addresses at events and conferences around the world. Philanthropy and Activism Ariana is also known for her philanthropy and activism, serving on the board of several organizations, including the Center for Public Integrity and the Committee to Protect Journalists. She is also an advocate for progressive causes, including women's rights and social justice. Legacy and Impact Ariana Huffington's legacy and impact on the media and wellness industries cannot be overstated. She has been a trailblazer in both fields, bringing attention to important issues and inspiring others to prioritize their well-being. Her work has also paved the way for future generations of women in media and business. Arianna Huffington's career has been marked by many successes, but it hasn't been without its challenges. One of the most significant of these came in 2007 when she collapsed from exhaustion and burnout. This experience led her to start advocating for better sleep and self-care practices, which she believes are critical for success in both personal and professional life. Huffington has also been an advocate for women's empowerment, and she has been a vocal supporter of the #MeToo movement. She believes that women should feel safe and supported in their workplaces and that men need to be held accountable for their actions. She has spoken out against sexual harassment and assault in the workplace and has been a strong supporter of women's rights. In addition to her work as a journalist and author, Huffington is also a successful entrepreneur. She co-founded The Huffington Post, a popular news and opinion website, which was eventually sold to AOL for $315 million. She has also invested in and founded several other businesses, including Thrive Global, a wellness and self-care company, and Onward, a coaching and mentoring platform for women. Overall, Arianna Huffington is a multifaceted individual who has made significant contributions to the world of journalism, business, and wellness. She has worked tirelessly to promote better sleep and self-care practices, advocate for women's rights, and support the growth of new businesses. Her influence on these areas is undeniable, and it will be interesting to see what she accomplishes in the years to come. Read the full article

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Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher Feat. Scott Weiland (2000)

I feel like we should have another talk show like this on the air today. Real discussions about real world issues, not just gossip, celebs making the rounds promoting their latest projects, and fashion recaps. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, I just love me a little variety and a spicy back-and-forth. What do you think? It could get the ball rolling on some serious topics. Who would host? Who would you like to see as a guest?! 

Social distancing’s got me deep in my nostalgic feels.

Also, this is a primo example of why Scott stole my heart a loooong ass time ago (actually, I like to think I gave it to him for safekeeping.) ;) <3

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Gee, it’s almost like Bill Maher has a history of criticizing that which he knows nothing about.

This is from a time when Maher looked like Ryan Stiles, but without the talent or comedic acumen.