186 0 obj Such a nice touch. Now hes on the side of law and order, jiu jitsu really: POLITICIAN:WE'RE TRYING TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS SO WE CAN GET THE FACTS OUT TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. That's why we need people who can make the TOUGH DECISIONS. And we've only been engaged in heavy industry for a little over two hundred years. Here it is: Why are there ten? 185 0 obj First of all, I can see the sun, okay? Save the planet, we don't even know how to take care of ourselves yet. Now normally during peace times the politician would refer to people in the military as: POLITICIAN:OUR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN STATIONED AROUND THE WORLD. Likethe public. "Save the trees, save the bees, save the whales, save those snails." [wptabtitle]Blog[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][/wptabcontent] Here's a transcript of a segment where he talks about it: "Social media, what a crock of shit that is. POLITICIAN:SERVING THE NATION. What? Because if it is really just the fault of the politicians then where are all the other bright people of conscience? <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / d i g i t a l c o m m o n s . <>/Metadata 181 0 R/Outlines 136 0 R/Pages 174 0 R/StructTreeRoot 145 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> And of course, they're all looking for that dopamine hit of getting likes and comments from people who agree with them. (LAUGHS). I show how there is no direct way to escape politicizing . They own everything. Thank you. A friend is someone you can count on. Youre just going to wind up with a brand new bunch of selfish, ignorant Americans. Update this biography %%EOF Carlin took a liberal stance on most things, but generally found politics and politicians corrupt and ridiculous. That doesnt help them. Now, in the interest of logicsomething religion has a really hard time withI'm going to skip around the list a little bit: THOU SHALT NOT STEAL. Overnight I became a sun-worshipper. We're not rats', Rectorial address, Glasgow University - 1972, For Geoffrey Tozer: 'I have to say we all let him down', by Paul Keating - 2009, for James Baldwin: 'Jimmy. 0000006309 00000 n Everybodys at the mall scratching his ass, picking his nose, taking out his credit card out of a fannie-pack, and buying a pair of sneakers with lights in them. And the more noise there is, the harder it is to hear anything worth listening to. Incidentally, another way of expressing this sentiment is to say we're sending our young men and women to places the average American can't find on the map. Its a big club, and you aint in it! CHALLENGES! This country was bought and sold and paid for a long time ago. But marital fidelity is a good idea, so I suggest we keep the idea and call this commandment "Thou shalt not be unfaithful." MISTAKES WERE MADE, DON'T LOOK AT ME, PROBABLY SOMEONE IN MY OFFICE. Well, where do people think these politicians come from? It would seem to fly in the face of that other rhetorical standby that: POLITICIAN:THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE LOT SMARTER THAN THEY ARE GIVEN CREDIT FOR. Some parents deserve respect. The shit they shuffle around every four years doesnt mean a fuckin thing. George has been quoted as calling this his favourite HBO special of them all due to its continuous flow-on nature and high standard of writing. Watching the video and reading the transcript are, interestingly, two different experiences. But just as pressure and heat transform coal into diamonds, it's that frustration, social pressure and the heat of anger that transforms us into comedians. They speak of course with great caution, because they must take care not to actually say anything. He said: Once you leave the womb, conservatives don't care about you until you reach military age. Then watch the video. People just spewing their uninformed opinions and insults at each other. You know, those posts that pretend to be modest, but really they're just a way of showing off. Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. stream Two reasons. "Forget the politicians. Certainly! POLITICIAN:HE HASN'T RESPONDED TO MY INITIATIVE. And don't even get me started on Twitter. Marc Allan: Good, thanks for calling. [wptabs style=wpui-mre-basic mode=horizontal background=false] There's a whole world out there waiting for you, and it's much more interesting than anything you'll find on social media.". From the late 1980s, Carlin's routines focused on sociocultural criticism of American society. I'm getting tired of that shit. They come from American parents, American families, American homes, American schools, American churches, American businesses, American universities, and theyre elected by American citizens. So, I have solved this little political dilemma for myself in a very simple way. George Carlin Discusses 'Silly Putty and Napalm' Aired June 08, 2001 - 21:00 ET. As a lifelong stand-up comedian, Carlin had a lot of opportunities to speak his mindand religion and politics were two of his favorite subjects. Theres a reason. ,G0p%:::400-: @%L`n((lax@\0eF,q] \ .P+4 d3;P hnN*S fxsH>XDAA#beae:i5rY3h11(31013a_p_&]37CD\&k2N@TD}. They come from American parents, and American families, American homes, American schools, American churches, American businesses, and American universities. 0000002288 00000 n When they're in trouble, their explanations usually begin simply with words like MISS-COMMUNICATION; QUESTION:WHAT DID YOU DO WRONG, SENATOR?POLITICIAN:WELL, IT WAS A MISS-COMMUNICATION. No contest. Carlin was not unique in that he saw through the thick layers of societal propaganda and rhetoric that are the source of many of the worlds problemsand let it be known that, despite his liberal stance on most social issues, he would point out their hypocrisies as wellbut he was well-respected and well-spoken enough to have left an impression on American thinking and history. Power, Politics & American Sports [transcript] [VIDEO CLIP] Jesse Owens: To me, politics has no part to play on the field of strife of . Were fucked. George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and social critic. If you are interested in using one of my images for your website, or if you would like a print, please contact me directly (See the Contact tab). You have no choice! George Carlin: I'm in Hollywood, Los Angeles. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . You, and I, are not in the big club. Where are all the bright, honest, intelligent Americans ready to step in and save the nation and lead the way? Read it first. It's the perfect name because it's anti-social media. It is a crisis of confidence', Crisis of Confidence speech - 1979 , Jon Stewart: "They responded in five seconds", 9-11 first responders, Address to Congress - 2019, Jacinda Ardern: 'They were New Zealanders. %PDF-1.7 % But theres a reason. Everybody complains about politicians. They dont fall out of the sky. 0000015151 00000 n POLITICIAN:WHEN HE RESPONDS TO MY INITIATIVE, I WILL REVIEW HIS RESPONSE, TAKE A POSITION AND MAKE A RECOMMENDATION. George Carlin on why he likes disasters and people under pressure, and why the planet is doin' just fine. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. ', And let's not forget the humblebrags. That's a friend. Never mind the press conferences get the big knife out of the drawer. The only part I would take with a block of salt is the last in which he explains why he doesnt vote. But social media is just a symptom of our narcissistic, attention-deficit culture. Isnt it a bit ironic, though, that the audience is laughing at all this when, essentially, Carlin is saying to them, directly to their faces, that they are stupid? That's a big activity here in Washington! Now having somewhat successfully established my Press credentials and because you and I have at-least one thing in common which is that all of us deal with language all the time, I thought it might be nice today for me to come to you with some of my language complaints, certainly not to blame them on you, although off-course youre implicated. However, he calls himself an apatheist (meaning that he's an atheist who doesn't care about the topic). Theyll get it. But here's the thing: you don't need social media to be happy. If you can afford a donation, it will help Speakola survive and prosper. They're not your friends. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) New episode of the podcast is terrific. You voted them in. Off-course no politician would admit to such a lowly station as working in Government. (LAUGHS). Two reasons. 0000080920 00000 n Ill let Carlin tell you what he thinks. It covers the most famous 'rant' part of the speech. Hendra, a writer and comedian, talks with Rebecca . But in war times they quickly become, our brave young fighting men and women stationed half way around the world in places whose name's they(POLITICIANS) can't pronounce, wandering if they will ever see their loved ones again. You know, that thing that's supposed to make us more connected and informed, but really just turns us into a bunch of self-obsessed, attention-seeking, validation-craving zombies. Anyway enjoy it while it's h. 0000002565 00000 n You know, say, boy, he really . [/wptabs]. But hey, I guess it's just part of my glamorous jet-setting lifestyle.'. People like to twist that around. Nobody seems to care! Juno3127 10 years ago You couldn't be more wrong. Nothing wrong with the planet. I think what we really need more of is ritual suicide, you know. As for the poor, they tell us theyve lost all incentive because weve given them too much money.[6]. And there you have it, a transcript of George Carlin's take on social media. (LAUGHS), so instead they ADDRESS the PROBLEM (LAUGHS). That's the problem in this country too many people getting on with their lives. 124 Copy quote. People post pictures of themselves and their lives, trying to create a narrative that they're happy, successful, and popular. Theyll get it. Everyone's taking pictures of themselves, all the time. 0000002803 00000 n So if you are easily offended dont click the link. I mean, have you ever looked at people's Facebook or Instagram profiles? Carlin was known for his dark comedy and reflections on politics, religion, psychology, language and taboo subjects. And theyre elected by American citizens. Nobody cares. He was born May 12, 1937, in New York City into an Irish Catholic family, but he rejected the faith. The more we pointed out the foolishness of our "superiors," the more they kept us down. You know what they're interested in? His satirical comments and relentless attacking a damaged system that unfairly trounced on the rights of its . We've been here, what, a hundred thousand? They want your retirement money. Theres a nice campaign slogan for somebody: the public sucks, fuck hope. Oh, and I cant finish without recommending the routine Carlin calls his Incomplete List of Impolite Words. It's like we're living in this weird dystopian future where everyone is constantly monitoring each other, waiting for the opportunity to pounce. It's our undeniably superior (almost god-like) intelligence that made life difficult for us when we were children. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. We could see through the hypocracy and illogic of our parents and teachers, but because of our age and size we couldn't do anything about it. endobj "Now, there's one thing you might have noticed I don't complain about: politicians. So I have solved this little political dilemma for myself in a very simple way: on election-day, I-STAY-HOME. He discusses political stance and also societal beliefs on the environment, and the Earth's resilience towards bombardment by pollution. 0000001412 00000 n George Carlin: Life Is Worth Losing - English Transcript. Tired of that shit. He was also known for his outspoken views on government and politics. But a comedian has the ability to use their anger and intelligence to refocus and reconstruct their pain into entertainment. And term-limits aint going to do you any good. George Carlins daughter, @kelly_carlin, on her first radio show with guest Paul Provenza, talking about this routine. This is what we have to offer. That's the problem." "Bipartisan usually means that a larger-than-usual deception is being carried out." " Fighting for peace is like screwing for virginity ." "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." I think the list of commandments was deliberately and artificially inflated to get it up to ten. Are these fucking people kidding me? All across this great land of ours, the greatest nation on earth, the greatest nation in the history of the World and in times of military crisis you can be sure that someone in a suit in this town will eventually plant himself in front of a camera and carry on a great deal about the most powerful nation on the face of the earth. endstream They want it back so they can give it to their criminal friends on Wall Street, and you know something? And the worst part is that social media has become a platform for outrage and self-righteousness. I say that where the military is concern the extent of a POLITICIANS insincerity can be measured by how far around the world our soldiers are stationed and whether or not any of them(POLITICIANS) can pronounce it? So self-important. George Carlin Politicians : Choosing Life or Death in Capitalist America.. George Carlin Politicians youtu.be. )'B^E_2yKg&. Comedian George Carlin, who died Sunday of heart failure at 71, was known for an act featuring "seven dirty words" that became the focus of a Supreme Court case. Thats a nice campaign slogan for somebody: The public sucks! The career of comedian George Carlin (1937-2008) spanned five decades, with his first appearance on "The Tonight Show" being in 1962.He was an outspoken, acerbic social critic, and what came out of his mouthcould be shocking or even sometimes vulgar, but often his railings against injustice or stupidity or corruption shone a light on some dark areas as he said things that others would or . Suddenly we're down to four. Fuck hope. I'M NOT SURE; I HAVEN'T DETERMINED THAT YET (LAUGHS). And it's not just that social media is a distraction from real life, it's also a way of creating a false sense of connection. Retweets do count. We dont have people like that in this country. <>stream 160 Copy quote. George Carlin does not need my platitudes, but I will still proffer them. endobj They're a digital petting zoo. To avoid redundancy in the comments section, we kindly ask /u/arkreder to respond to this comment with the prompt you used to generate the output in this post, so that others may also try it out. He was known for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and taboo subjects. A clean place to live. THUS FAR, HE HASN'T RESPONDED. endobj Dog, Cat, Thinking. Before his death in June 2008, comedian George Carlin spent 10 years working on a memoir, Last Words, with his longtime friend Tony Hendra. Yeah, let's share our every thought and feeling with the entire world, because that's what we need, more information. And secondly, I dont vote cause I believe if you vote, you have no right to complain. I'VE FAITH IN THE AMERICAN JUDICIAL SYSTEM. From his 1992 (first ever LIVE) HBO TV special "Jammin' in New York", performed in from of 6,500 people at Madison Square Gardens. 0000082419 00000 n But, listen to Georges delivery in the video and it comes across much more as stand-up humor. Well where do people think these politicians come from? Carlin is usually spot on. You know what they want? Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window). And so, with all of this in mind, folks, I offer you my revised list of the Two Commandments: THOU SHALT KEEP THY RELIGION TO THYSELF! They don't care about the planet. See they dont READ they REVIEW, they dont have OPINIONS they take POSITIONS, and they dont give ADVISE they make RECOMMENDATIONS. American stand-up comedian George Carlin is notable for his long-standing popularity from the early 60s up until his death in 2008. It's clearly a padded list. It goes WAY beyond his famous Seven Words You Cant Say on Television (also classic). Sure, here's a transcript of George Carlin talking about social media: "Social media, huh? Your vote is what determines the direction this Great Ship America will turn. 190 0 obj OR: I WAS QUOTED OUT OF CONTEXT. If you vote and you elect dishonest, incompetent people and they get into office and screw everything up, well, you are responsible for what they have done. Its what our system produces. Not affiliated with OpenAI. 0000001596 00000 n Everybody's going to save something now. TOUGH DECISIONS like: POLITICIAN (PLANNING):HOW MUCH SOFT MONEY CAN I EXPECT TO COLLECT IN EXCHANGE FOR MY CORE VALUES? They got you by the balls. Been through earthquakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics, continental drift, solar flares, sun spots, magnetic storms, the magnetic reversal of the poleshundreds of thousands of years of bombardment by comets and asteroids and meteors, worlwide floods, tidal waves, worldwide fires, erosion, cosmic rays, recurring ice agesAnd we think some plastic bags, and some aluminum cans are going to make a difference? Theres a reason for this, theres a reason education SUCKS, and its the same reason it will never, ever, EVER be fixed. He was a spiritual atheist as an adult. Complete biography of George Carlin . As I say, they're my work, they're my . I don't words that conceal reality. Then youre just what theyre looking for. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, Use the actual ChatGPT bot (not GPT-3 models) for all your conversational needs, Try out the powerful GPT-3 bot (no jailbreaks required for this one), Generate unique and stunning images using our AI art bot, Chat with the BING Chat bot and see what it can come up with (new and improved! They're your 'likes'. _S@bZ&j{|pQGB0qw_rm+eUr!:J9d j9mLJRL Q3PUn\#MuRJ\ *B6B6x And if we had a list like that, I wouldn't mind that brilliant judge in Alabama displaying it prominently in the courthouse wall. Regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comedians of all time, he was dubbed "the dean of counterculture comedians". So let me tell you something. Its a big club, and. 0000000016 00000 n So, that I can continue my work in Government. They OWN YOU. But he wasn't always a . That's always a nice touch, American people. Thats right. They are irrelevant. Thats against their interests. In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of Carlin's most famous quotes on government. Its hard to say if he was a Republican or a Democrat, however, as he refused to vote, considering it pointless because voting, as he said, is the illusion of choice.[4]. x\}_nK '!oF+$SW9E fX{]YTUOm9qhSO+_7L|*kqyHUwor}=qgw;WnrG7no8G*w6a2Uq K|CQWO_nT]}wbvASBT=tE.t6C}qC)onmg2uAWq|9xLSg endobj <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( \n h t t p s : / / d i g i t a l c o m m o n s . Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. GEORGE CARLIN: I want to tell you something about words that I think is important. Schedule . You don't. You have no choice. Conservatives want live babies so they can raise them to be dead soldiers. Yeah, the public sucks! 0000002011 00000 n You wanna know what a friend is? startxref 0000000716 00000 n Full transcript of George Carlin's "Dumb Americans," excerpted from "Life is Worth Losing, his 13th live comedy stand-up special, performed at the Beacon Theatre in New York City for HBO. Then read it again. They own all the important land. Carlin was brought up Irish Catholic but grew into an outspoken atheist. 2023. Compared to the people, the planet is doing great. But just as pressure and heat transform coal into diamonds, it's that frustration, social pressure and the heat of anger that transforms us into comedians. What a great idea. Comedian George Carlin addressed members and guests of the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Garbage out. m o n t c l a i r . George Carlin. THINGS ARE MOVING FASTER NOW, MISTAKES WERE MADE. Marc Allan: Oh, okay, good. "I don't believe anything the government tells me." - George Carlin 02. Carlin left a wealth of social, political, and religious commentaryand most of it was highly critical. FUCK THEM. <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 175 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> Everyone experiences pain, of course. Fuck em! Now, folks, a question for you. 187 0 obj He was raised an Irish Catholic, even an alter boy, and attended a Catholic school until the age of 15, when he dropped out of school.[1]. I mean, why do we need to see some idiot eating Tide pods or jumping off a roof into a pool? Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. The table is tilted folks. All day long beating you over the head in their media telling you what to believe, what to think and what to buy. Difference. The politicians are put there to give you the idea you have freedom of choice. Results like these do not belong on the rsum of a Supreme Being. But that would be much too direct! Shut the fuck up! He spoke about his book "Brain Droppings" and answered questions submitted by the audience. Sure, there's some good stuff on there, but it's mostly just people filming themselves doing stupid things and hoping to go viral. The big wealthy business interests that control things and make all the important decisions. <>stream But, the Incomplete List highlights his exceptional understanding of, love for, and talent with language, sound, and rythmn. They dont fall out of the sky. It's a big club, and you ain't in it. I have a problem with the Ten Commandments. Our country is failing because the majority of the people are selfish. (LAUGHS) And we know this must be true because the next thing we hear from him is: POLITICIAN:I JUST WANNA PUT THIS THING BEHIND ME AND GET ON WITH MY LIFE. Whatever happened WellWell he's about to find out! So, maybemaybemaybe its not the politicians who suck. Obedient workers, people who are just smart enough to run the machines and do the paperwork. endobj Clearly he's preparing us for something (LAUGHS). And American English is loaded with euphemisms. George Carlin was an American stand-up comedian, actor, social critic and author. Besides, there is nothing wrong with the planet. They dont want that! We're all becoming like Goldfish, swimming around in our own little bowls, looking at the world through a curved piece of glass. And the problem is, we're comparing our real lives to other people's highlight reels. Been here four and a half billion years. It's like a sewer of hate and stupidity. As long he included one additional commandment: Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents()/Rect[72.0 612.5547 302.8926 625.4453]/StructParent 3/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> e d u / e t d)/Rect[230.8867 233.3227 416.9463 245.0414]/StructParent 4/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> These people on social media, they're not your friends. Everybody says they suck. 188 0 obj So my advice is this: put down your phone, go outside, and actually live your life. George Carlin speech at the National Press Club (May 13, 1999) "George Carlin delivered a humorous speech in which he ma Show more Show more George Carlin on Being Arrested for. And let's not forget about YouTube. POLITICIAN:I'M IN PUBLIC SERVICE, I LIKE AMERICA DON'T YOU? They don't get any real human contact. You got people posting pictures of their food, their pets, their vacations. Well, we know what they want. this is my tribute and way of promoting George Carlin's work. This is an incomplete transcript made by Raven Developers. THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT. Copyright 2017 iComedyTV.com. If it's a really serious matter, they make a JUDGMENT: POLITICIAN: I HAVEN'T MADE A JUDGMENT ON THAT. Quick Guide. He was regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comics of all time. 203 0 obj You caused the problem. Im sure as soon as the election is over your country will improve immediately. Everybody says they suck. I on the other hand, who did not vote, WHO DID NOT VOTE. 0000003516 00000 n This is said with a straight face although it's obvious of course that the proposition is stated precisely backwards (LAUGHS). Well, if you ask me, it's more like the land of the self-obsessed and the home of the vain. They own everything. 'Oh, I'm so exhausted from traveling all over Europe for the third time this year. Just a thought.". It presents itself as fairness, yet attempts to restrict and control people's language with strict codes and rigid rules. It's like, 'Hey, look at me, I'm having a good time. If this is the best God can do, I am not impressed. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Recorded on November 5, 2005, Beacon Theater, New York City, New York. I'm tired of fucking Earth Day, I'm tired of these self-righteous environmentalists, these white, bourgeois liberals who think the only thing wrong with this country is there aren't enough bicycle paths. I have my ideas. You have owners. Im sure as soon as the election is over, your country will improve immediately. Did you ever think about the arithmetic? George Carlin returns to the stage in Life is Worth Losing, his 13th live comedy stand-up special, performed at the Beacon Theater in New York City for HBO.
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