With George it was never "just comedy"... Every word he said came from such a genuine place. The later he got into his career, the less of shit he gave about making people laugh, and the more he cared about just telling profound truth... Changed my whole life for the better as a young kid in the 90's, and taught me the importance of critical thinking.
@anthonypagano4304 it is a fatalistic approach (Christopher Titus Mirrors it), but he has a point. I always loved "Save the Planet (AKA Earth+Plastic)"
And the best part is, the more he stopped giving a fuck and started just saying what he really meant, the harder people laughed, because they realized at a guttural level how much bullshit is wrong with society.
Yep. Ricky Gervais did the same thing at the oscars. Told the truth about Hollywood and everyone just laughed. People just love to remain blind to truth.
I turn 31 this year, and a portrait of George was my second tattoo at 18 for a reason. The man shaped my worldview and taught me to learn while also questioning everything without bias. He’s like a bonus grandfather.
I turn 40 this year, and I refer to Carlin as my second father. That man is responsible for teaching me the value of questioning everything. I got the opportunity to see him live just a few months before he died, and he was as funny and informative as ever. The one and only celebrity I ever mourned over. The world is worse off now that he's not here. I often think about what he would be saying about current events going on right now.
Same …I credit George to helping me see the light and live better. When it Gomes to the good ole boys club and religion he taught me all I needed to know.
George is such a fucking legend. I remember first discovering him years ago and watched practically every video that exists of him, and every special he did. Absolute comedy genius
Yeah, you could say he would upset people. They tried to imprison him over his “7 Dirty Words” skit. This man was a hero we desperately still need now more than ever. RIP my salty KING.
You might enjoy Jimmy Dore, doing political news with comedy - many say he is like George Carlin, and Jimmy has said that Carlin was one of his heroes, so he is always thrilled to hear that compliment.
@@debbiedogs1 I’ll have to check him out, thanks friend! Big appreciation for the suggestion along with the general friendliness! I hope your internet travels continue to go well!
Definitely look for George's 7 Dirty Words (you can't say on tv) skit. It's hilarious. But I think my favorite line will always be the one about the invisible man in the sky, and how -- if you don't do as he says -- he's got a special place for you full of fire and torment and torture where you scream and cry forever and ever.. "But He 'loves' you!" The brilliant contradiction in that statement is both thought-provokingly profound and hysterically funny. George was so good at making you think, and laugh hard.
I'm so happy to see someone in a younger generation discover Carlin. I grew up on him, and honestly, he shaped my sense of humor and my take on so many things in life. To this day, my brain works like his - question everything. Ask why, and poke fun of anything that doesn't seem rational.
His "Seven Dirty Words" routine is comedy gold. He was a student of language and a master at using it. Every word he spoke during his performances was thought out, scripted and delivered with masterful cadence and timing. He was a genius.
The "Ice Capades" was a popular annual ice skating entertainment show geared for kids. each year would be a different "Theme" with costumes, props, and sets from current kids shows and movies. it would run a series of shows around Christmas in large venues. I think it traveled and setup at multiple cities each year. I could only imagine what George Carlin would have to say about these crazy events..... I had the displeasure of working concessions for these shows during the 80's while in High School. Screaming kids shouting for parents to buy them candy, drinks, popcorn, nachos, hot dogs... All in a hurry to make it back to their seats before the show started, or intermissions would end (except while ordering with huge lines of others waiting growing impatient)
Glad to see you do this again. Dude, you are not stupid for not knowing him. Many in you generation do not. Yet, he was probably one of the most ground breaking comedians of all time. He broke the barriers back in the 60's and 70's. all comedians owe a debt of gratitude to him. Now, I would recommend his most famous bit was "The seven dirty words you cannot say on TV" but you probably need to watch that one off line. And remember, he did that bit before cable, when there were three networks and PBS who strictly controlled everything. There is much in the late 60's you should explore. It was a decade that defined everything about us today. (Please tell me you know who the Beatles are . . . )
Carlin was perhaps the greatest stand-up comedian of all time. I started listening to his albums when I was a teen back in the early 70's, and he never really stopped making me laugh from that point on. If you're going to react to more of Carlin please consider checking out some of his earlier material to get a sense of younger George. His albums and stand-up material from the Class Clown, Occupation:Foole, A Place For My Stuff era is all excellent. His material was a bit tamer, but just as funny and still thought provoking. I'm sure you'd enjoy it all. Damn, I sure miss George Carlin.
I'm sure Silas would enjoy some of George's earlier stuff, like from the 70s and 80s but, honestly, most of it is so filled with cultural and social references and people, places and things that Silas won't get because so much of it no longer exists.
@@Code9 the one-hour photo bit went right over his head in another GC reaction. "Why do people need to see their pictures one hour after the event just happened?" Also Joe Pesci. 😂
I describe the Ice Capades more like this (because the decade is important): In the 1980's, Sesame Street characters or Disney characters or other kids' characters would put on ice skating performances.
His most famous one is called Seven Dirty Words, I believe. Also, I bet you would love the Patton Oswalt stand-up comedy. A great introduction is America Has Spoken.
Well, yea... ALOT of people know "This guy". He is one of the greatest comedians of all time, even smong other comedians. Most great comedian alive today has Carlin as one of their biggest inspirations. He is almost unanimously considered one of the best, sometimes THE best, ever. Youre not stupid tho, youre just young. If you knew George any earlier than this, I would be rather surprised. Hes generally not appropriate for kids and even if kids DID see him they really wouldnt get alot of his jokes so, late teens to early 20s is probably a pretty normal range to discover this genius. Nice video. Keep up the good work
It's great to see someone your age getting into Carlin. Words and language were always his love. I've had the 7 dirty words memorized for over 50 years, from the first day the album came out. I saw him in concert a couple of times and it was an amazing experience. He went from a straight-laced, suit and tie comedian in the 1960s to the counter-culture icon he became in the 1970s. As he said about religion: "I used to be Irish Catholic. Now I'm an American. You know, you grow". There are 4 icons on the Mount Rushmore of Comedy -- Lenny Bruce, George Carlin, Richard Pryor and Robin Williams. Listen to all of them. They are all incredible.
The best and worst thing about Carlin is that his routines are timeless. I still get to enjoy him, but it's timeless because nothings changed and his bits are still relevant
I've been a George Carlin fan for years. I'm glad I found this channel. Watching you react to him for the first time adds a fresh new dimension to his comedy. You obviously have a great sense of humor, Kiddo. Looking forward to more of these videos.
Great, funny reaction. I love your sense of humor. Gotta respect your reaction to George Carlin. I started watching him the 70s and saw him live in the late 70s or early 80s along with Joan Rivers and Garry Shandling. Those 3 comedians in one night was unforgettable 😅 Thanks for this!
Silas, I'm 75 and until relatively recently, I had never heard of George Carlin. I was following Billy Connelly on TH-cam and up came this Recommended For You tab leading to George Carlin. And the rest, as they say, is history. Billy is the most immediately, outrageously rofl funny with some philosophy; George is deeply philosophical & satirical laced with a humorous repartee that leaves one gasping at his memory, his insight and his wide understanding of human foibles.
How could you be 75 and never heard of George Carlin? Are you American? I’m 76, and he was EVERYWHERE in the 70’s….on TV, on Stage, writing best-sellers….
Love your vids man. Found you when you were reacting to the last GC vid. My mom introduced me to GC, been hooked ever since.....Keep posting the good vibes!!!!.
Dude, I watched your other George Carlin video, and then I watch this one you got a subscription out of me, brother! Awesome reaction! There’s so much more George carlin stuff you need to cover. There will never be another one like him. I can just imagine the things he would say if he were still alive in this generation lol.
Lewis Black is another comedian in the same vein. He does “rants” on various subjects and there are vids of whole shows on TH-cam. He also performed at The Beacon, which was filmed. There are also shorter clips from these shows. He does a routine on the Old Testament and Christianity. You would fall over laughing…guarantee it.
Great comedy makes you laugh for five minutes... then think for five hours. And George was a master at that. Laugh with him... but think about what he's saying. Because once it's done being funny, brother, it's fuckin scary how true it all is. Genius!!!
I saw your first reaction and I was not surprised you loved Carlin. The most honest man on the planet. Interesting thing is that all of his stand ups are till valid. Watch everything of GC. He was and still is very good.
Ok my young friend, I am interested in your channel enough to start following. This is the second video I've seen in a week. I've subscribed to watch more of your videos. Let's Go!!
Carlin was pure genius. He saw thru the absurdity of society, government and religion. He saw the greed of the wealthy and their hatred of society and the control that religion has over people
The Ice Capades was a series of traveling live-theatre ice skating shows, 'capade' being a somewhat obscure term for an entertainment exhibition or show.
You're not stupid in fact you're brilliant and you're a perfect example of how your generation should react or be especially when you don't have all the knowledge , but some knowledge or things are not worth knowing, it's better to be neutral sometimes when you're not sure of your opinions. You have good resolve. Use the force and May the force be with you.
Silas, you need to further your education by watching Goodfellas and Casino, to start with. Not only will you never forget who Joe Pesci is, these films are iconic and used as a base of reference in many circles. I love that you dig George Carlin....one of the funniest and intelligent stand up comics to ever hold a mike. Keep on keepin' on, my young friend.
To understand the Joe Pesci reference you need to watch - Casino and or Goodfellas movies. Both are based on true stories, you will enjoy both of them.
Great reaction, Silas. I highly recommend George Carlin's "National Press Club Luncheon" speech... it may be a too long for your TH-cam format, but it's top notch (A little on his background, then on language generally, then focusing on language of politicians.) He ends the talk with an amazing poem about 'a modern man.' IMHO this is George at his very best.
Great that you’re getting into Carlin. I’ve seen these clips so many times, but was laughing along, with tears in my eyes, like I do every time I watch him.
The 1st time I ever saw George Carlin was in the movie"Dogma"where he was playing a Cadrinal. Imagine my shock and my surprise when I found his stand-up comedy pieces.😅🤣
My favorite special is still ‘What am I Doing in New Jersey?’ I listened to it on tape so many times I broke the tape and I then bought it on CD. I saw an interview once where he talked about that he started off just a regular sort of comic - wasn’t sure of his direction right away - but then he saw Lenny Bruce and that was who he really saw as someone to take inspiration from. So if you ever want to go see George Carlin’s comedic role model - look up Lenny Bruce.
George has some terrific audio books as well such as - Brain Droppings, Napalm and Silly Putty and When will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops, I recommend clips such as - The George Carlin Book Club and The first time human sacrifice, truly great material.
These are good reactions. Obviously you're doing something right, because the algorithm put you in my suggestions. Probably because TH-cam know I'm a teenager in an old dudes body.
I will admit that I have been very entertained for very many hours over the years, watching people become offended and defensive while doing video reactions to this. I probably enjoy their discomfort more than I should, but I'm okay with that about myself. 😏😇 It's why I always click and watch when I see that someone is reacting to it.
Saturday Night Live used to have a running skit where Joe Pesci had a talk show. It would always end with him taking a bat to one of his guests, and then busting the camera lens.
Silas the Ice Capades is before your time. it was a traveling show with dance routines on ice skates and firmer Olympians also made appearances. there were spin-offs like Disney on Ice in which Diney characters in full costume would reenact scenes from the feature-length animated films etc. Now you know, bro.
George Carlin's command of the English language was absolutely so impressive. There was never a wasted word in his act. A legend. I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to see him before he passed.
George Carlin on Saving the Planet. I see that you have reacted to some music on your channel. I would love to see you react to Steely Dan. Two extremely talented musicians and song writers. They used the cream of the crop of STUDIO MUSICIANS to realize their vision of each song. Every note is meticulously crafted and placed for the overall effect. I would recommend "BLACK COW" and "KID CHARLEMAGNE ". ENJOY.
It's pretty rare for a reference in one of Carlin's routines to date very much, he aimed for timeless and achieved it more often than not, so when it happens it really jumps out at you. The Ice Capades reference is one of the biggest ones i can think of. Weirdly, it was kind of a dated reference even when he made it. The Ice Capades was a showcase of ice skating routines set to music, popular in the 70s and 80s. Even in the 80s it was an easy target for how cheesy and lame it was, and by the 90s it was irrelevant. I don't even know if it was still happening by then. Even when this special originally aired I thought it was strange that he ended that run with such a weak punchline.
YAY ! more Carlin 😹😻😺🫶🏼🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼 I like that he goes to extremes ! Im like you , not offended at all and I am a spiritual person . To each his own , I feel we are all blessed , even and especially George Carlin. He had a beautiful gift of cutting through the crap of so many things and most of all doing it with his unique flair ! Love him
Silas...the Ice Capades was a touring group of up and coming ice skaters and ice dancers. I seen them once in my childhood. I was impressed, but never seen them after that.
Just discovered you on TH-cam Silas and it's great to see you discovering Mr Carlin. George Carlin is like no other comedian ( there are actually a few that do similar material but Mr Carlin is the most well known ) He was a insightful and down to earth guy who didn't take gruff from anyone. His view on politics are quite controversial, especially by republicans. Critical thinker's will often see the obvious truths in his performance. (Even if his delivery is somewhat explicit) What he says he meant. Suggestions; George Carlin - "Back in town"
Great video reaction. Carlin is my favorite all-time stand up guy. No one will ever come close. But George wasn’t just cracking jokes onstage. Behind the laughs, his brand of humor had more of a serious message- that society is royally screwed up beyond comprehension, and it’s up to YOU the individual, to start questioning things. He realized more than anyone- that human beings are emotionally charged people over some of the most petty issues- which leads to people creating so many problems. I’m an atheist who totally gets his take on religion- because I had the same crap about god and the Bible shoved down my throat when I was growing up. I don’t mind people believing in a god - just as long as you don’t let others dictate to you who or what god should be.
His best work was in the 90's. Try 'The Planet is Fine', or 'Lost/Missing'. George wrote all his own material and has a couple of super funny books out.
I was about your age when I first played this, back before TH-cam, back when the internet was the wild west. I got grounded because my mom heard me listening to it.
Oh, and some sad trivia about George: A day before his 49th birthday or some such, his wife died. About a month later, he met this woman and they hit it off immediately...But George felt _so guilty_ about it, being so soon after his wife died, that he didn't make a move for three years. And she also died before him, just days short of their 25th wedding anniversary.
I like your reactions too George. He was in a league of his own. Like n Sub for you young man, keep um coming! I recommend "A list of people who should...".
"People say, 'I'm going to sleep now,' as if it were nothing. But it's really a bizarre activity. 'For the next several hours, while the sun is gone, I'm going to become unconscious, temporarily losing command over everything I know and understand. When the sun returns, I will resume my life.' If you didn't know what sleep was, and you had only seen it in a science fiction movie, you would think it was weird and tell all your friends about the movie you'd seen. They had these people, you know? And they would walk around all day and be OK? And then, once a day, usually after dark, they would lie down on these special platforms and become unconscious. They would stop functioning almost completely, except deep in their minds they would have adventures and experiences that were completely impossible in real life. As they lay there, completely vulnerable to their enemies, their only movements were to occasionally shift from one position to another; or, if one of the 'mind adventures' got too real, they would sit up and scream and be glad they weren't unconscious anymore. Then they would drink a lot of coffee.' So, next time you see someone sleeping, make believe you're in a science fiction movie. And whisper, 'The creature is regenerating itself.” "George Carlin"
George Carlin was a funny, intelligent comedian, but what I loved most about him was his use of the English language. He was an incredible wordsmith, stringing words and phrases along in succession like a rapper does, but without rhyme. Just brilliant!
With George it was never "just comedy"... Every word he said came from such a genuine place. The later he got into his career, the less of shit he gave about making people laugh, and the more he cared about just telling profound truth... Changed my whole life for the better as a young kid in the 90's, and taught me the importance of critical thinking.
Yes!
George only had "a handful of ideas" ... but the way he continued to refine them .. .. ..
Me, too. I like his quote about rooting for the asteroid hurtling toward Earth rather than the people on it
@anthonypagano4304 it is a fatalistic approach (Christopher Titus Mirrors it), but he has a point.
I always loved "Save the Planet (AKA Earth+Plastic)"
And the best part is, the more he stopped giving a fuck and started just saying what he really meant, the harder people laughed, because they realized at a guttural level how much bullshit is wrong with society.
Philosophy presented as comedy. I loved his work then and I still love it. It’s great seeing new people discovering him.
I see it too.
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Ikr?! He was the ONLY TRUE & REAL "PROPHET"! 🤷♀️
Carlin wasn't just about comedy, he was about telling the truth. And poking fun at how crazy it is that most people don't realize it.
couldn't agree more
Yep. Ricky Gervais did the same thing at the oscars. Told the truth about Hollywood and everyone just laughed. People just love to remain blind to truth.
He reminds me of a modern day Mark Twain. I'm a huge fan of both!
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truth is relative
I turn 31 this year, and a portrait of George was my second tattoo at 18 for a reason. The man shaped my worldview and taught me to learn while also questioning everything without bias. He’s like a bonus grandfather.
I turn 40 this year, and I refer to Carlin as my second father. That man is responsible for teaching me the value of questioning everything. I got the opportunity to see him live just a few months before he died, and he was as funny and informative as ever. The one and only celebrity I ever mourned over. The world is worse off now that he's not here. I often think about what he would be saying about current events going on right now.
Same …I credit George to helping me see the light and live better. When it Gomes to the good ole boys club and religion he taught me all I needed to know.
Wow , that's so cool to share!!! I hope you have read BRAIN Droppings.
@@brucehall9473 I’ve been through it many times. Lol
George is such a fucking legend. I remember first discovering him years ago and watched practically every video that exists of him, and every special he did.
Absolute comedy genius
I’ve been praying to Pesci for nearly a decade now, and my life has never been better.
It's great to see you watch him for the first time. George Carlin gives a great gift each time I watch him.
Joe pesci was in the front row of that show 😂😂
Did Joe enjoyed the show tho? Isnt he religious?
@@vitovilly That is an urban ledgend, but he also has a sense of humor.
@@RageMojo and a baseball bat 😁
Please share George with your friends. We’d be a much better society of more people listened to him.
Yeah, you could say he would upset people. They tried to imprison him over his “7 Dirty Words” skit. This man was a hero we desperately still need now more than ever. RIP my salty KING.
You might enjoy Jimmy Dore, doing political news with comedy - many say he is like George Carlin, and Jimmy has said that Carlin was one of his heroes, so he is always thrilled to hear that compliment.
@@debbiedogs1 I’ll have to check him out, thanks friend! Big appreciation for the suggestion along with the general friendliness! I hope your internet travels continue to go well!
Definitely look for George's 7 Dirty Words (you can't say on tv) skit. It's hilarious.
But I think my favorite line will always be the one about the invisible man in the sky, and how -- if you don't do as he says -- he's got a special place for you full of fire and torment and torture where you scream and cry forever and ever.. "But He 'loves' you!" The brilliant contradiction in that statement is both thought-provokingly profound and hysterically funny. George was so good at making you think, and laugh hard.
George Carlin is a philosopher who happens to perform comedy. His life perspectives are spot on!
I'm so happy to see someone in a younger generation discover Carlin. I grew up on him, and honestly, he shaped my sense of humor and my take on so many things in life. To this day, my brain works like his - question everything. Ask why, and poke fun of anything that doesn't seem rational.
He shaped my take on life also. His take was actually the way it was and sadly still is.
His "Seven Dirty Words" routine is comedy gold. He was a student of language and a master at using it. Every word he spoke during his performances was thought out, scripted and delivered with masterful cadence and timing. He was a genius.
His dad was as well....
The Seven Dirty Words way back in the 1970's put George front and center in American culture and he never stopped! I'm sure it's still a must hear!
Something most miss when watching him. He had a linguist's mastery of language. One of the most eloquent people I have ever seen.
The "Ice Capades" was a popular annual ice skating entertainment show geared for kids. each year would be a different "Theme" with costumes, props, and sets from current kids shows and movies. it would run a series of shows around Christmas in large venues. I think it traveled and setup at multiple cities each year. I could only imagine what George Carlin would have to say about these crazy events.....
I had the displeasure of working concessions for these shows during the 80's while in High School. Screaming kids shouting for parents to buy them candy, drinks, popcorn, nachos, hot dogs... All in a hurry to make it back to their seats before the show started, or intermissions would end (except while ordering with huge lines of others waiting growing impatient)
It does my heart good to see a younger generation discover George and keep him alive.
when i was your age, my mom and i used to laugh our guts out with carlin. nice to see yet another generation "getting it". he's a gem
Just not laughing his guts out. You can clearly tell he has no clue every now and then :-)
Glad to see you do this again. Dude, you are not stupid for not knowing him. Many in you generation do not. Yet, he was probably one of the most ground breaking comedians of all time. He broke the barriers back in the 60's and 70's. all comedians owe a debt of gratitude to him. Now, I would recommend his most famous bit was "The seven dirty words you cannot say on TV" but you probably need to watch that one off line. And remember, he did that bit before cable, when there were three networks and PBS who strictly controlled everything. There is much in the late 60's you should explore. It was a decade that defined everything about us today. (Please tell me you know who the Beatles are . . . )
Carlin was perhaps the greatest stand-up comedian of all time. I started listening to his albums when I was a teen back in the early 70's, and he never really stopped making me laugh from that point on. If you're going to react to more of Carlin please consider checking out some of his earlier material to get a sense of younger George. His albums and stand-up material from the Class Clown, Occupation:Foole, A Place For My Stuff era is all excellent. His material was a bit tamer, but just as funny and still thought provoking. I'm sure you'd enjoy it all. Damn, I sure miss George Carlin.
I'm sure Silas would enjoy some of George's earlier stuff, like from the 70s and 80s but, honestly, most of it is so filled with cultural and social references and people, places and things that Silas won't get because so much of it no longer exists.
@@Code9 Such as the Ice Capades ;)
@@Code9 the one-hour photo bit went right over his head in another GC reaction. "Why do people need to see their pictures one hour after the event just happened?"
Also Joe Pesci. 😂
The Ice Capades was something you went to with your parents. Kinda like Disney on Ice. Love George Carlin.
I describe the Ice Capades more like this (because the decade is important): In the 1980's, Sesame Street characters or Disney characters or other kids' characters would put on ice skating performances.
His most famous one is called Seven Dirty Words, I believe.
Also, I bet you would love the Patton Oswalt stand-up comedy. A great introduction is America Has Spoken.
Yes the seven dirty words
But it's not really his funniest in my opinion, just shocking for its time.
Well, yea... ALOT of people know "This guy".
He is one of the greatest comedians of all time, even smong other comedians.
Most great comedian alive today has Carlin as one of their biggest inspirations.
He is almost unanimously considered one of the best, sometimes THE best, ever.
Youre not stupid tho, youre just young.
If you knew George any earlier than this, I would be rather surprised.
Hes generally not appropriate for kids and even if kids DID see him they really wouldnt get alot of his jokes so, late teens to early 20s is probably a pretty normal range to discover this genius.
Nice video.
Keep up the good work
It's great to see someone your age getting into Carlin. Words and language were always his love. I've had the 7 dirty words memorized for over 50 years, from the first day the album came out. I saw him in concert a couple of times and it was an amazing experience. He went from a straight-laced, suit and tie comedian in the 1960s to the counter-culture icon he became in the 1970s. As he said about religion: "I used to be Irish Catholic. Now I'm an American. You know, you grow". There are 4 icons on the Mount Rushmore of Comedy -- Lenny Bruce, George Carlin, Richard Pryor and Robin Williams. Listen to all of them. They are all incredible.
Words were his passion, not a hobby. Hobbys cost money, passion is free.
"Catholics, which I was until I reached the age of reason ... ..."
Never gets old
He was the man in our day. Still is. Such a genius in his field.
The best and worst thing about Carlin is that his routines are timeless. I still get to enjoy him, but it's timeless because nothings changed and his bits are still relevant
I've been a George Carlin fan for years. I'm glad I found this channel. Watching you react to him for the first time adds a fresh new dimension to his comedy. You obviously have a great sense of humor, Kiddo. Looking forward to more of these videos.
I've been watching him since the 60's when he had short hair and wore a coat and tie.
Listen to his "7 words you can't say on TV"...a classic
He makes you think and laugh at the same time, not bad for a comic.
There’s not a bit done these days by an comic that George didn’t already cover in some way, shape or form. The GOAT
NIce Silas. Carlin's comedy and wisdom is timeless and your reaction is evidence of that.
Great, funny reaction. I love your sense of humor. Gotta respect your reaction to George Carlin.
I started watching him the 70s and saw him live in the late 70s or early 80s along with Joan Rivers and Garry Shandling. Those 3 comedians in one night was unforgettable 😅
Thanks for this!
Silas, I'm 75 and until relatively recently, I had never heard of George Carlin. I was following Billy Connelly on TH-cam and up came this Recommended For You tab leading to George Carlin. And the rest, as they say, is history. Billy is the most immediately, outrageously rofl funny with some philosophy; George is deeply philosophical & satirical laced with a humorous repartee that leaves one gasping at his memory, his insight and his wide understanding of human foibles.
How could you be 75 and never heard of George Carlin? Are you American? I’m 76, and he was EVERYWHERE in the 70’s….on TV, on Stage, writing best-sellers….
This routine never gets old. So profound and true.
Love your vids man. Found you when you were reacting to the last GC vid. My mom introduced me to GC, been hooked ever since.....Keep posting the good vibes!!!!.
It is indeed comedy, but it also happens to be true
Dude, I watched your other George Carlin video, and then I watch this one you got a subscription out of me, brother! Awesome reaction! There’s so much more George carlin stuff you need to cover. There will never be another one like him. I can just imagine the things he would say if he were still alive in this generation lol.
Lewis Black is another comedian in the same vein. He does “rants” on various subjects and there are vids of whole shows on TH-cam. He also performed at The Beacon, which was filmed. There are also shorter clips from these shows. He does a routine on the Old Testament and Christianity. You would fall over laughing…guarantee it.
Great comedy makes you laugh for five minutes... then think for five hours. And George was a master at that.
Laugh with him... but think about what he's saying. Because once it's done being funny, brother, it's fuckin scary how true it all is.
Genius!!!
Joe Pesci was a close friend of George’s for a very long time ❤. RIP George. 2008, June 24, so missed❤.
I saw your first reaction and I was not surprised you loved Carlin. The most honest man on the planet. Interesting thing is that all of his stand ups are till valid. Watch everything of GC. He was and still is very good.
Ok my young friend, I am interested in your channel enough to start following. This is the second video I've seen in a week. I've subscribed to watch more of your videos. Let's Go!!
Thanks for joining up!
I love watching your reactions to George Carlin. I ALWAYS LOVED HIM SO MUCH!
In the 1980's, Sesame Street characters or Disney characters or other kids' characters would put on ice skating performances. The Ice Capades.
Thank you, Silas, for sharing these classic George Carlin clips.
Another good Carlin bit is his Saving The Planet. It's one of my favorites
Carlin was pure genius. He saw thru the absurdity of society, government and religion. He saw the greed of the wealthy and their hatred of society and the control that religion has over people
A lot of people know him- but it makes sense you are just finding him- he’s a true timeless genius
I just subscribed because i want to see you reacting to MORE AND MORE George Carlin!!!!!!
George is a legend, you are simply too young, don't beat yourself up for not knowing him or Joe Pesci 😄 Loved you reaction, peace!
The Ice Capades was a series of traveling live-theatre ice skating shows, 'capade' being a somewhat obscure term for an entertainment exhibition or show.
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I think your channel should be called... SHAGGY... LOVE WHAT YOU DOING MAN !!!
You're not stupid in fact you're brilliant and you're a perfect example of how your generation should react or be especially when you don't have all the knowledge , but some knowledge or things are not worth knowing, it's better to be neutral sometimes when you're not sure of your opinions. You have good resolve. Use the force and May the force be with you.
Silas, you need to further your education by watching Goodfellas and Casino, to start with. Not only will you never forget who Joe Pesci is, these films are iconic and used as a base of reference in many circles. I love that you dig George Carlin....one of the funniest and intelligent stand up comics to ever hold a mike. Keep on keepin' on, my young friend.
To understand the Joe Pesci reference you need to watch - Casino and or Goodfellas movies. Both are based on true stories, you will enjoy both of them.
"How am I Funny? I'm Funny like a Clown? I Amuse you?"
Great reaction, Silas. I highly recommend George Carlin's "National Press Club Luncheon" speech... it may be a too long for your TH-cam format, but it's top notch (A little on his background, then on language generally, then focusing on language of politicians.) He ends the talk with an amazing poem about 'a modern man.' IMHO this is George at his very best.
Great that you’re getting into Carlin. I’ve seen these clips so many times, but was laughing along, with tears in my eyes, like I do every time I watch him.
The 1st time I ever saw George Carlin was in the movie"Dogma"where he was playing a Cadrinal. Imagine my shock and my surprise when I found his stand-up comedy pieces.😅🤣
I just seen you're first first reaction to Carlin last night. So glad to see you went back for more.
The Ice Capades were traveling entertainment shows featuring theatrical ice skating performances.
SILAS IS THE MANNNNN!!! 😊 I KNOW WHAT YOU MEAN KID, HE IS JUST SO GOOD HUH?💯 NOBODYYYY CAME CLOSE TO THIS LEGEND!
Absolutely love seeing young people experiencing and enjoying George Carlin
My favorite special is still ‘What am I Doing in New Jersey?’ I listened to it on tape so many times I broke the tape and I then bought it on CD.
I saw an interview once where he talked about that he started off just a regular sort of comic - wasn’t sure of his direction right away - but then he saw Lenny Bruce and that was who he really saw as someone to take inspiration from.
So if you ever want to go see George Carlin’s comedic role model - look up Lenny Bruce.
Watching you watch this reminds me of the first time I saw it in 96 on HBO. I was 11. I laughed so hard it broke my brain. ❤
George has some terrific audio books as well such as - Brain Droppings, Napalm and Silly Putty and When will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops, I recommend clips such as - The George Carlin Book Club and The first time human sacrifice, truly great material.
Hey, love your reactions, man! I relive what it was like to hear/see it for the first time, it's a real cool experience you let us in on. Thanks!
Great reaction. Hope to hear more from you soon.
These are good reactions. Obviously you're doing something right, because the algorithm put you in my suggestions. Probably because TH-cam know I'm a teenager in an old dudes body.
Thanks for putting that on. Sometimes the truth can be funny if it is done the right way and George really knows how to do it!
I will admit that I have been very entertained for very many hours over the years, watching people become offended and defensive while doing video reactions to this. I probably enjoy their discomfort more than I should, but I'm okay with that about myself. 😏😇 It's why I always click and watch when I see that someone is reacting to it.
Saturday Night Live used to have a running skit where Joe Pesci had a talk show. It would always end with him taking a bat to one of his guests, and then busting the camera lens.
Silas the Ice Capades is before your time. it was a traveling show with dance routines on ice skates and firmer Olympians also made appearances. there were spin-offs like Disney on Ice in which Diney characters in full costume would reenact scenes from the feature-length animated films etc. Now you know, bro.
Just started following your channel Silas! Love it..... keep it up my man!🎉
George Carlin's command of the English language was absolutely so impressive. There was never a wasted word in his act. A legend. I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to see him before he passed.
Joe Pesci was in the front row during this filming. It was the first time he’d heard the bit.
Ice Capades was a traveling ice show....also Ice Follies back in like 1950s-say thru 1980s maybe.
Carlin's Soft Language routine is funny but also profoundly true, even more so today.
I saw him twice in concert. Genius!
2:12 That vocal shift always gets me.
George Carlin on Saving the Planet. I see that you have reacted to some music on your channel. I would love to see you react to Steely Dan. Two extremely talented musicians and song writers. They used the cream of the crop of STUDIO MUSICIANS to realize their vision of each song. Every note is meticulously crafted and placed for the overall effect. I would recommend "BLACK COW" and "KID CHARLEMAGNE ". ENJOY.
So great to see young people admire great comedians
You just had one of the best lessons ever wish I was as young and learned it then. Helps you see bovine excrement right away!
George has many classic bits, my favorite being “ Another place for your stuff”.
It's pretty rare for a reference in one of Carlin's routines to date very much, he aimed for timeless and achieved it more often than not, so when it happens it really jumps out at you. The Ice Capades reference is one of the biggest ones i can think of. Weirdly, it was kind of a dated reference even when he made it. The Ice Capades was a showcase of ice skating routines set to music, popular in the 70s and 80s. Even in the 80s it was an easy target for how cheesy and lame it was, and by the 90s it was irrelevant. I don't even know if it was still happening by then. Even when this special originally aired I thought it was strange that he ended that run with such a weak punchline.
YAY ! more Carlin 😹😻😺🫶🏼🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼 I like that he goes to extremes ! Im like you , not offended at all and I am a spiritual person . To each his own , I feel we are all blessed , even and especially George Carlin. He had a beautiful gift of cutting through the crap of so many things and most of all doing it with his unique flair ! Love him
Silas...the Ice Capades was a touring group of up and coming ice skaters and ice dancers. I seen them once in my childhood. I was impressed, but never seen them after that.
George was a superb comic. He was also quite brilliant.
Just discovered you on TH-cam Silas and it's great to see you discovering Mr Carlin. George Carlin is like no other comedian ( there are actually a few that do similar material but Mr Carlin is the most well known ) He was a insightful and down to earth guy who didn't take gruff from anyone. His view on politics are quite controversial, especially by republicans. Critical thinker's will often see the obvious truths in his performance. (Even if his delivery is somewhat explicit)
What he says he meant.
Suggestions;
George Carlin - "Back in town"
Great video reaction. Carlin is my favorite all-time stand up guy. No one will ever come close. But George wasn’t just cracking jokes onstage. Behind the laughs, his brand of humor had more of a serious message- that society is royally screwed up beyond comprehension, and it’s up to YOU the individual, to start questioning things. He realized more than anyone- that human beings are emotionally charged people over some of the most petty issues- which leads to people creating so many problems. I’m an atheist who totally gets his take on religion- because I had the same crap about god and the Bible shoved down my throat when I was growing up. I don’t mind people believing in a god - just as long as you don’t let others dictate to you who or what god should be.
His best work was in the 90's. Try 'The Planet is Fine', or 'Lost/Missing'. George wrote all his own material and has a couple of super funny books out.
One of the greatest comedians and philosophers.
You're honest. I applaud that shit. Good on ya, young man. You got my sub.
I was about your age when I first played this, back before TH-cam, back when the internet was the wild west. I got grounded because my mom heard me listening to it.
Oh, and some sad trivia about George: A day before his 49th birthday or some such, his wife died. About a month later, he met this woman and they hit it off immediately...But George felt _so guilty_ about it, being so soon after his wife died, that he didn't make a move for three years. And she also died before him, just days short of their 25th wedding anniversary.
George Carlin also has a bit about the ten commandments from this same special that is hilarious
I like your reactions too George. He was in a league of his own. Like n Sub for you young man, keep um coming! I recommend "A list of people who should...".
You should watch his "airplane" part. It is absolutely gold.
Love watching your reactions. Enjoy.
"People say, 'I'm going to sleep now,' as if it were nothing. But it's really a bizarre activity. 'For the next several hours, while the sun is gone, I'm going to become unconscious, temporarily losing command over everything I know and understand. When the sun returns, I will resume my life.'
If you didn't know what sleep was, and you had only seen it in a science fiction movie, you would think it was weird and tell all your friends about the movie you'd seen.
They had these people, you know? And they would walk around all day and be OK? And then, once a day, usually after dark, they would lie down on these special platforms and become unconscious. They would stop functioning almost completely, except deep in their minds they would have adventures and experiences that were completely impossible in real life. As they lay there, completely vulnerable to their enemies, their only movements were to occasionally shift from one position to another; or, if one of the 'mind adventures' got too real, they would sit up and scream and be glad they weren't unconscious anymore. Then they would drink a lot of coffee.'
So, next time you see someone sleeping, make believe you're in a science fiction movie. And whisper, 'The creature is regenerating itself.” "George Carlin"
George Carlin was a funny, intelligent comedian, but what I loved most about him was his use of the English language. He was an incredible wordsmith, stringing words and phrases along in succession like a rapper does, but without rhyme. Just brilliant!