Jim Ruel • Native American Comedy Slam • Part 5 | LOLflix
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- Jim Ruel • Part 5 • American Indian Comedy Slam: Jim is an Ojibwe Native American of the Bay Mills Indian Community. He grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he spent the first ten years of his career performing in comedy clubs around the Midwest. He was a finalist in NBC’s Diversity Talent Search which led to his first television appearance on ‘The World Stands Up’ which was taped in London, England. Jim Ruel works in film and media as the Intertribal Entertainment Production Coordinator for the Southern California Indian Center. This was Jim's first national appearance in this groundbreaking stand-up comedy special "Goin Native: The American Indian Comedy Slam, No Reservations Needed," A.K.A The Native American Comedy Slam that originally premiered on the Showtime Networks.
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"My grandmother used to say: 'Before the white man came...he made a funny face. And then he came".
It is our duty as human beings to see that that joke gets as many listeners as possible.
It's reached Australia:) thank you for the laugh, and much love to you all.
Half of the population has been laughing about that joke for many decades to centuries. Women have always been talking about or laughing at that. But, it’s a secret that all women know since we are face to face with you most the time and see the funny face....lol
That shit is funny as fuck
Hahahaha...that made me laugh and gasp for air at the same time! I just can't with that one! LMAO! And yes...Let's spread that joke to the four corners of the Earth 😂🤣
It reached Sweden 🇸🇪 too! 😂😅🤣😂👍👍
“Did all the white ghosts relocate the Indian ghosts?” I died man. This guy is great! All the jokes. Awesome.
So were you the ghost responsible for the relocation? HMMMM?
Yeah 😆 about 200 to 400 years before the Indian ghosts relocated the Chinese ghosts.
Chief stomach Cramps, say... Stop! your killing me
Comedian, my bro, you missed an "Apache" joke at the end of this clip.
"If you have a dry flaky scalp... just throw it away!" SLAY
It took me a minute to get it. That was a solid line. I dont think anyone in the audience got it. So funny though lol!
@@Thecaptain1898 so the people were laughing and clapping at what exactly if they didn't get it?
Brought me to tears
It really didn't get the reaction it should have. It was funny as hell. Don't know if it was group guilt or what that stifled that joke, but hey.. he had some good stuff.
It took me a few seconds to get that one.....🤪
Love how the scalping joke went over the crowds head. Nice
Nice pun there.lol
I know, that was the best one!
@Gemcitykid in this context it would probably make more sense for a black guy to be making the joke. Still hard to pull off either way.
@Gemcitykid Oh, I'm sorry, are Natives still scalping people these days? Or are you perhaps making a false comparison?
@Gemcitykid i believe decades of being fucked over allows you to make a lighthearted jab back
I love this guy. I wish he had a Netflix special. He deserves one.
"Our jokes were here first" - That was a savage takedown (LIGHTHEARTED pun intended)
Hey.! That's our word.!😂
Underrated comment 🤣😁
I laughed out loud at that one. The audience didn’t seem to get it but I thought it was great!
@@joycee5493 Can you explain? My poor brain doesn't seem to grasp the joke
Gibum Dante Lim Sure. Just as native Americans were here first (before Europeans), so were their jokes😀.
This is the type of progress we need. The dude's monologue was refreshing. Not condescending, very understanding, and informative.
I grew up in a small town next to a reservation in Washington and my dad used to always laugh with the natives, I never got it until I went back as adult and realized how dry they were and pure observational comedy!
What town??
Wapato/Yakima? 👀🤔
I learned that very same thing myself dry humor requires you to actually pay attention to what exactly they say it and exactly how they say it inflections and all
Where in Washington?
Jim Ruel has the prettiest hair I have ever seen in my life
I am 1/8 Chippewa. My mom was 1/4 and my grandpa (her dad) was 1/2. I wish that i knew or was close to any of them. I really want to know more about the Chippewa people. Though i don't know any of them, i have always been very proud to say their blood runs through me. Maybe someday i can meet some and learn about their old ways.
Real Indian actors like Lou Diamond Phillips 😂😂😂😂😂😂 he just won me forever
The only problem with this is it wasn't long enough. He's so funny! I like him a lot. I hope to see a lot more of him.
Netflix and HBO needs him!
Get this guy a Netflix special!
He’s hilarious!!! I have to find more of his content! He needs his own comedy show!
The Indian burial ground joke was true. I never really thought about it before but holy shit that was hilarious 😂😂😂
He says the word 'patchy' and doesn't make an easy native joke. I respect that.
I’m Ojibwa as well. Chippewa/Ottawa! Get down guy! As a matter of fact, we kinda look alike! Lol. I just had Twins, so.... I’m sleepy asf too! Keep chasing the dream man. I’m from Alabama, and I have an amazing husband that’s Native American as well, he’s Creek. Love watching ya do your thing man!
Congratulations on the twins!! I wish you luck with them and hope they bring you laughs and lots of joy!
Congratulations on the twins! Hope you are able to get All the sleep you need! Blessings upon You and your whole family, always!
I have twin toddlers, haven't slept past 8 am in two years 😂
From one mother of twins to another: CONGRATULATIONS! 💞 The first 2,5 - 3 years were harder than having just one baby/toddler...but THEN it's so much more easy and very giving!
They always have eachother and the bond, as they grow up, and then as adults too, can be amazing! 💞 💞
Cheers from Sweden 🇸🇪
Congrats, I have cousins that are twins and they refer to themselves as "Twindians".
I could listen to this man tell jokes for hours❤❤❤. He is so funny.
I "stumbled" across this video and SO GLAD I DID!!! Jim Ruel had me cracking up so hard!!! My mother talks about her line of family that has Native Americans in it. My grandmother was British and came to America with my Grandfather who was American (They met during WWII). My dad then married my mother (who he met while in the Navy). Yeah we had some very interesting family dynamics. So I'm definitely going to show her this video. She is going to LOVE IT and be able to relate. I always gave her "funny grief" over the fact I didn't get her beautiful dark hair and dark skin, but instead got the red/brown hair with pale skin that easily burns (my dads DNA). I wish Jim the best of success!!!
"No dad, not the Chippendales" 😂
I died right off the bat. I absolutely love my peoples humor
Really cool to see Native comics. "Bitch go that-a-way" 😂👏
This one got me good. Lol
“I’m more of a stalker than a tracker..”
I have to say being Anishinaabe it is nice to hear someone speaking even a little of our language on a platform like youtube.
Good material. Fresh because I’ve not seen a lot of comedians with this perspective
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I want...NAY I NEED more of this guy I haven’t teared up laughing like that in a while.
AY MY BRO MY FELLOW OJIBWE! Saw a YT Short with Jim, immediately looked him up and I’m happy at least one of my people has the spotlight. Funny af too 😂
He is so funny!!!!! Without being vulgar. That is truly amazing! He has to be incredibly intelligent! ❤️
grew up with jim and charlie (rip). jim is an amazing person with a great family, last i saw him was at his babies birthday. haven’t spoke to him in awhile and just came across this! they make me so proud!!
You are very fortunate to have known him before he became a thing. It's great to hear he's a REAL good guy, not just PLAYING a good guy. Maybe his sisters kept him humble growing up. :)
@@TheGuinever when you have that many sisters there is no choice lol
I love it!! We need more natives in music, comedy, and so much more. I love to see this!
A good native music artist is Antoine Edward Jr. (Sometimes goes by Tone) and another is his friend, Nevad Brave as well as Butch and then, there's also Dakota Bear
All are great artists ^_^
This guy here is a pretty funny comedian. His style is very unique, and the jokes work.
That shampoo joke was hilarious 😂
Today on Thanksgiving...I am grateful for this comic. ❤😂
We as a people let ourselves go 🤣😅
Thanks for the greatly appreciated and much needed laugh. Stay safe,stay well much love and God bless
I absolutely love these. I'm currently working on an honors thesis about comedy and humor, and was pleased to come across this. I haven't heard very much native humor, and it's great!
Check out author Sherman Alexis
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You are doing-performing Great 'Work'!!! Laughter is the way to heal Anything! Most empowered to listen to you, and helps the letting go, and forgiveness of old stereotypes.
Keep it up! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
great spirit is proud of you! 🦅
This guy is genius. I’m now a fan.
Great set. Everyone thinks they're a comedian. But they really aren't.
I've seen a number of Native comedians through the years. Many regurgitate the same jokes from the 70s, even though life has changed so much from then.
I don't know a single Native who doesn't use a smart phone. Most on Social Media. Including our elders, lol. Tons new material available.
Really loved your fresh humor. Would love to know if they were original.
My son is half native/white. Difference is he's been raised in his tribe, even though it's not rez tribe. That in itself isn't common.
He loves being there jokester. I'll have to show him this video.
First native comedian I've seen an dude had me rolling
I'm 4th or 5th generation away from full blood bloodline my grandma I think was pure blood or her parents were. The other side of my family are white. I wouldn't know where to even start if trying to find my ancestry
@@Rizik1986 Your privilege depends on if it's summer or winter!
More Jim Ruel! Love it!
I'm half Cherokee from my mother's side. I got all your jokes I'm still rolling thanks for the fun keep it up from the Cherokee.
This dude is actually very funny. Well done routine. Started light, ended big. Well done.
You made me laugh out loud and that’s rare with a comedian. I actually belly laughed, great set.
Tough crowd, this dude was funny / smart jokes
They are native too.
I agree
@@Texicana_512 dude I saw a black guy and an asian
what do you mean tough crowd? they laughed at every joke 😂
Love his hair.😍
❤❤❤ this is amazing to see our tribe being represented!
One of the best 10 min of comedy I’ve ever watched
I love the joke from his grandma, “before the white man came they made a funny face.” I loved the shampoo commercial too when he put his hair forward and back. He is very funny with an interesting story.
Loved it. From Portage, WI
Yes I’m commenting again, I’m in love with this!!!! My ribs ache from laughter! Teepee TV yas!!!
It's just a shame that the OGs of America are so underrepresented. I probably wouldn't have heard of him or Charlie if it wasn't for TH-cam. That shouldn't be the case.
@Jordan lol get over yourself. If that's what you walked away with from my comment, not that I think there should be more representation for the indigenous communities, that's on you friend.
Part Cherokee here.. Appreciate them, their humor and their heritage. I'm gonna follow all native artists for now on. RIP JJP 060323... My Dad would've love all of these talented comedians. NA Pride! ❤
The OGs of America 😂😂
...don't call it a comeback...they never left...they're still here...the rest of us are just visiting...respect...
Visiting implies I'm going somewhere. Let's not pretend.
@@honestjohn3881 ...you there, honest john...may you live forever...
I wish I could know my Native blood. It's the most proud part of me.I love this show! True comedy.
Todd is about the whitest name there is 😂😂
@@strangerdanger1271 My name has somthing to do with genetics?I'm sorry but I dont follow that logic. I dont have native blood because my name is Todd? I really want to understand your logic because I'm up for learning all I can.Ive thought about getting a DNA test done but I dont know how accurate it would be. Anyway please explain what you mean.I would appreciate it, really.Thank you, Stranger Danger.
I never realized how funny native culture-focused humor could be. Glad there's a comedian in the position to tap into the epic potential
He need a Netflix special!!!!
...Graham Greene...Ojibwa...CLEARCUT...one of the best movies...hi from Australia.bright moments
I never knew that this channel existed. Now I am a subscriber and I will pass this on to the other natives I know. Love and Prayers sent to you from your friend in Christ AKA the neighborhood Minister...
This one is my vein. Love this guy.
I'm so happy to see this. I was just thinking today I wish I knew more Native Americans on screen and in print.
If you don't know already Sherman Alexie is a good place to start :)
I remember when I was in first grade and being upset that my ancestor's didn't come over on the Mayflower. I complained to my mom who told me, 'Your ancestors met the Mayflower and they weren't happy about it!' I've always remembered that. She was Blackfoot and my dad was Cherokee!
Need more natives to put in the stage time. Practicing, building structure & developing some routines. The funniest ppl I've ever met have been from the reservations in my area. Just natural, side-splitting hilarity. There's a lot of talent but very few opportunities.
Hard times will make you either Very Bitter of very funny.
Seen all these top comedians, if he keeps original he will be up there. You’re funny dude!
hah! so funny, glad he's doing this they are so rare in the media. Lived in Michigan 5 years and the only chipewa I got to talk to was a friendly guy than approached us in the park, he was high on at least 3 substances, and we had a strange conversation about fish guts. I'm from east Europe and part tatar so I can say I met a very very distant relative in Michigan.
I love this! Natives have a great sense of humor 💯
Great show!!! But Gosh!!! What Beautiful hair!!!💖💖💖💖
As a west indian israelite man living in holland all i can say is PEACE and BLESSING to all the tribe Of Gad Navajo Xavagantes Samoa My West Indian Native Ancestor Warriors And Kings Hawai Jamaica Olmec Etc I Love You All So Much Brothers And Sisters Of north south natIve Ascension Shalawam
The first Native stereotype I remember was the PSA with the people throwing trash out the window, then they pan to the Native dude with a tear rolling down his face. Remember that? And if you're wondering why the littering problem improved so dramatically in the 70s and 80s, it's because that shit WORKED. My dad would go to throw a cigarette out the window, and I'd look around nervously at the treeline and be like, "Dad! They could be watching us RIGHT NOW!"
Plot twist. The actor playing IronEyes Cody the “crying Indian” is really Italian.
JIM! I'm so happy. I opened TH-cam and there you were. Congratulations!! You were really good too. I'm so happy for you. Continued success!
Very happy I seen this. Cool
Rolling around and holding my guts! Thank you and more please!!!!
I love Native Americans, wish I could experience their life for a month or two.
This guy is awesome, what is he doing now? Love him so underrated!
He got me with the Lou Diamond Phillips joke lmaoo bc it’s so true
"Mmmm, bitch go that way."
That almost killed me.
Really funny!!!! Very cleaver and timeless
Im Chippewa !! I was proud of this guy. I grew up one a reservation myself with my grandma.
I just subscribed. I love comedy. I have a half Indian uncle that I cannot find. Born in the 1950s in the Lawton Ok area. To me, family is family. The documents are sealed and we cannot view them. This was a bit of a long shot. But I still love this guy here, laughing is one of the best feel good emotions.
The scalp joke is so freakin funny. Love it
Graham Green, Adam Beach!!!!! Brilliant actors, North of 60!!!! Exhibit A...must watch.
Wes Studi and Gary Farmer too! Love those guys.
I'm glad to have watched Mr Ruel's comedy he's funnier than hell.
The "white men came" joke deserved a standing-o. This is a difficult crowd.
I liked that subtle call-back to it with the "sitting Indian style" joke. =^[.]^=
@@Raycheetah
Ok l0 yes
lol, a "standing o"
Maybe it went right over their heads!
He is a white man. He’s probably like ten percent Indian.
This is great! ❤️ Love from Norway.
Mixed girl here... Heize 57 tribe! More laughter like this... life is funny.
Im also from Milwaukee and married to a Chippewa woman. I have never met nicer, funnier, or kinder-hearted people than the Chippewa.
Genuine LAUGHTER! Incredibly funny. Viva JIM RUEL! Great content! My prediction! We will be seeing a lot more of this guy very soon
Great stand jokes of native reflect
Congratulations on your new baby
Hope to see more routines and hopefully your own citcom.. nothing but blessings 🇺🇸
Beautiful to see this
.....whatttt have i stumbled upon?
this is dope!
Good to see an awesome native man up on stage! Cute too!
Jesus loves you!
@@awesome346 Jesus loves you too!
I’m sick right now and this is the best medicine I can get. Hoka hey brother keep it up
Hot AND funny.
We need more like him in the world.
the antithesis of Amy Schumer
Very nice. 😆
I have a obsession of the Indigenous Native American Culture..
If you get a chance read "Black Elk Speaks".
That was an even bigger mouth full than just saying Native American
@Pouty MacPotatohead still good
This made my night and made me smile!
TH-cam algorithm, well played. I enjoyed this
Omggg Shoshone here and this man is LIFE❤
I love this guy!
So smart so funny too young to be over so many peoples heads. Thank you!
Hey man another Ojibwe here. Saginaw Chippewa band in mt pleasant but grew up off the Rez just like him. Completely understand the ridiculousness of growing up in a white school being the only native.
I could hang out with this dude all day
You're fantastic-!!!
good to see an Anishinabe comic, from the Canadian great lakes region glad to see a resurgence in that culture although it has leaps and bounds to go yet
Very funny young man, thanks!! 👼🍼👼 CONGRATULATIONS!!! 👼🍼👼