wow....i just sat through this whole thing sipping coffee and realizing how smart/creative these two are....after the laurens and mtgs and matts these two give me hope for the future....not all americans are stupid but it sure seems that way some times....then these two appear and my 71 year old heart warms a bit...thanks for being who you are....
@@stephaniesanderson6190 twice today people told me i don't want to get political....i tried to get historical and quickly became obvious they could not validate anything they said.....oh well....hopefully the smarties will out rule the dummies
Two people who prove intelligence is necessary for humor. What wonderful people. Would that we could have a whole nation like them. Or in my case a state. Live in TX.
Feeling for you in Texas, Have you seen Texas Paul on Meidas Touch? He does podcasts on their Meidas Touch podcast. It is good and Texas Paul is a good guy. He blows up every once in a while but he does that well and not without reason. It is usually the Republicans , Abott and DeSantis just for example.
@@judymawhorter7301 love him & hope to see him back in politics here in future. If Beto wins I think they'd make a good fit. Thanks for supporting Paul - spread the word. He gets so frustrated by the horrible state of our state as I do. I'm so tired of people keeping their heads in the sand & not facing the truth.
@@maryvaughn7886 Texan here as well, big Meidas Touch & Texas Paul fan. Loved watching Beto kick Abbott's ass in the debate. I think we've got a chance.
I'm pretty sure Al Franken thinks he lost his political office unfairly. So does Donald Trump. Wow! Look at the difference in the way these two handled perceived unfair adversity.
to this day I can't look at Kirsten Gillibrand without wanting to puke. Whatever she thinks she accomplished destroying Al Franken's political career remains to be seen.
Thank you Al. I have another reason for appreciating you. I have had many 'discussions' concerning Roberts. He is the greatest betrayor on the Supreme Court. You & Ms.Silverman together a show make. Thank you both. 😊
Delightful conversation between two brillant people, Al Franken and Sarah Silverman. Al, if you read this I'm from northern Minnesota and we so need you back in the Senate. Please run!
The two of you should do more of these together, because you cover all the points and fill in the generation gap with a guest. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed both of you shared it with my son we both loved it kudos to both of you keep up the good job.
Love your podcast. I look forward to it every week. As a teacher I do want to make it known that teachers do take jobs in the summer. However, we also do not get 3 months off. I work 2 weeks after kids leave and come back 2 weeks before kids return. In addition, I attend professional development, create materials for curriculum, and participate additional trainings throughout the summer. On my breaks I catch up on reading to stay at the top of my game professionally. Teaching is not an 8 hour a day job. At least not for me. Recognize teachers for taking work home and working 10-12 hour days. The time I put in is worth it since I do love what I do and am dedicated to this profession. Love my students and parents as well ❤.
Love you both! Al, my sister and I came into your condo in downtown Minneapolis when you were running for the senate (with a bunch of other women) and you and Frannie were wonderful. Of course I voted for you and would again ❤❤
This is the first time I've heard anyone but me point out Trump's joylessness. The #1 mistake everyone makes when trying to analyze him is assuming he experiences normal human emotions. He does not.
This was a phenomenal show. I totally love both of you and you did not disappoint. I so wish you had held your ground when you decided to leave the Senate. We could have used your help these last 5 or 6 years. Please come back... Weather the Storm. We'll be right and tight there with you.
I love both of you sooooo much. Thank you, thank you for letting me spend my morning listening to two great people talk about the shit show that is our lives. I have 3 kids. My oldest chilld is trans, my youngest daughter is adopted from China and my middle is my sweet and sensitive, musical child. We just can't lose the midterms. There is no other option but winning them. I scream this on all of my social media and sadly only see the same set of people doing the same. I'm f*cking terrified!!
I feel your terror. Agree, there's no other option but winning the midterms, not only keeping control of both Houses of Congress, but expanding the majority. Hard to fathom how far America has fallen, that _anyone_ could still consider supporting the Republican Party, which has become an openly fascist, authoritarian, hateful, hypocritical, conspiratorial cult. They've co-opted the word patriots when they're actually traitors. I'm just praying that there are enough true patriots paying attention who will do whatever it takes to vote Blue up and down the ballot to send an unmistakable message that as Americans we're not willing to see our democracy come to such an ignominious end.
I believe it was in your interview with Dahlia Lithwick that she revealed that she was "sparring partners" with Ted Cruz in Law School. Now I'm kind of mad at her for prepping(?) Ted so well... But, he started at Weasel, and once a Weasel, always a Weasel. BTW this was a great interview with Sarah, and I'm so glad I took the time to listen to it!
Al: What kind of country do you want to leave your kids and grandchildren? You better run if you want a decent future for them and us!! Thanks! Signed:Just one of the poor people!
Terrific episode. So sorry we lost you as a senator, we miss you advocating for us. But I can certainly understand why your kids don’t want you to subject yourself to electioneering as it is now.
God, it is soo nice to listen to clever people having a conversation. Reality is I would click on anything that features Sarah... but this was thoroughly excellent.
most people including these two confuse regret & remorse .. remorse is what you feel when you acted in a way that hurt someone else .. regret is what you feel when you acted in a way that hurt yourself .. that's a big difference and needs to be acknowledged as too often the terms are used interchangeably when they shouldn't be ..
After it came up that you had a small part in _Trading Places_ , I had to let you know that I just saw the 2004 remake of _The Manchurian Candidate_ with Denzel Washington for the first time last week and was so surprised to see you show up as a TV reporter doing a sit-down interview with Meryl Streep. I literally did a double-take. I'm such a fan of the original with Frank Sinatra & Angela Lansbury that I'd put off watching the remake all these years... but, it was *damn* good--so creepy & suspenseful! Really enjoyed it, & you showing up was an unexpected treat.
I LOVED George Carlin’s provocative humor. His work made me come to the conclusion that “good” comedians are extremely intelligent, have a unique perspective on life, and can come back with coherent and relevant responses at lightning speed.
Enjoyed both of you today. Al please reconsider returning to political mess. Sarah you still have the right attitude and hope to hear more from both of you!
Sarah touched on it just as I was typing this, but hysterectomy is based on the theory that women were acting hysterical because of a situation “down there“ and the answer back in the day was to perform a hysterectomy, so they wouldn’t be hysterical. Crazy. Of course, the alternative treatment back then for hysteria was using a vibrator on women. I’m sure they found that preferable. I think that practice still goes on today much more than hysterectomies.
Its like hearing two friends talking. Sarah, I love your wit and I’m going to your channel. Al, the kids are grown, please return to the legislative side of your career. Thanks ❣️
Knock Knock, who's there? Your Future! Blue & Red Voter's Across America Your Vote Is Your Power Use It. Save Our Democracy and Woman's Freedom Of Choice. November 8, 2022 Knock Knock.....
The closest I've seen trump come to laughing 13:55 was when the U.N. laughed at him and he didn't know how to react to the humiliation. A great moment.
The problem of climate instability due to our actions does not require hundreds of billions of dollars of new government spending. Charging high fees to extract fossil fuels, then sharing fee proceeds to all people, would shrink the industry causing the instability while also helping lowest-income citizens. The policy will be efficient and fair. We can shrink the fossil fuel industry and end poverty. The larger impact on ending poverty and helping the poor will come when the idea is extended to all kinds of impact on the environment that we want to manage. We can know that fees are high enough if we are able to take random polls and find that most people think we are not emitting too much or extracting too rapidly.
If President Biden decides not to run again, have Amy Klobuchar for president 2024 and then have Al appointed to replace her or have him in a special election.
It's wild when really smart, compassionate people talk about the problems with American politics and it never occurs to them that maybe the problem is capitalism.
I'd venture to say that goes without saying. They know, it's the obvious elephant in the parlor. They just venture out beyond that, because there's got to be away around that damned elephant to get anything accomplished. I hope.
@@RichardTClark396 Comedy... Like how Trump looks, or how tiny his hands are, or how stupid his kids are... Things that are funny. If you need a definition of narcissism or stupidity, Trump works too.
Hey Al..I always enjoy your show but I must comment on Leo Kotke...he came to our little town of Pocatello Idaho years ago..my brother took me to his concert in the high school auditorium and OMG I feel so honored I ever saw his performance..also he was a very dry wit!
Cmon Al, We miss you in politics and the humor is so needed right now on a serious note, many do not realize how serious the Maga Republicans are in taking our democracy down and the planet along with it. Citizen's United is like the gift that keeps on giving and giving and giving.......with no gift tag on who gave the gift.
Al, your kids may not want you back in politics, but the country needs you and people like you in both houses of Congress.
Al, your kids know how to use the microwave. Come back to politics.
Al for president!!
@@rafalklopotowski8436 great comment!
@@geirleirvik1478 he would actually make a good president.
Intelligence, compassion, wit, and a lot of common sense (often missing from politicians).
Come back Al Franken! Thanks for your pod cast!
YESSSSSSS!!! PLEASE RUN FOR THE U.S. SENATE AGAIN, AL!!!
Expect him back in the senate in 2024. He’s taking the seat of jilly gillabrand the big mouth bully from ny
@@jayhalley2642 one would hope
Wish it were true, but not gonna happen. And why would he want to rejoin that shit show.
wow....i just sat through this whole thing sipping coffee and realizing how smart/creative these two are....after the laurens and mtgs and matts these two give me hope for the future....not all americans are stupid but it sure seems that way some times....then these two appear and my 71 year old heart warms a bit...thanks for being who you are....
I agree with your comment
Me too...
@@jeffsaginaw1769 Me three.
Ya,it kinda blows you away in good 😊 way!71 also.,,
@@stephaniesanderson6190 twice today people told me i don't want to get political....i tried to get historical and quickly became obvious they could not validate anything they said.....oh well....hopefully the smarties will out rule the dummies
The Sarah Silverman Program was absolutely brilliant. One of my favorite shows of all time. Can't get enough of this smart, funny lady.
COOKIE PARTY!
Yeah it was!!! Amy Schumer's was similar but not as good.
Love you Al. So looking forward to you back in the senate in 2024 - take the seat from jilly gillabrand - you’ll win easily.
Why would Al run against a progressive Democrat like Jill Gillibrand (note it's not Gillabrand) ?
Thank you Al Franken and Sarah Silverman . It's so much, it's to much , yes I vote .
Two people who prove intelligence is necessary for humor. What wonderful people. Would that we could have a whole nation like them. Or in my case a state. Live in TX.
Feeling for you in Texas, Have you seen Texas Paul on Meidas Touch? He does podcasts on their Meidas Touch podcast. It is good and Texas Paul is a good guy. He blows up every once in a while but he does that well and not without reason. It is usually the Republicans , Abott and DeSantis just for example.
@@judymawhorter7301 love him & hope to see him back in politics here in future. If Beto wins I think they'd make a good fit. Thanks for supporting Paul - spread the word. He gets so frustrated by the horrible state of our state as I do. I'm so tired of people keeping their heads in the sand & not facing the truth.
@@maryvaughn7886 Texan here as well, big Meidas Touch & Texas Paul fan. Loved watching Beto kick Abbott's ass in the debate. I think we've got a chance.
@@Short-Cipher Amen if people would just vote for who really cares about us would be a slam dunk. Hoping & prayin! 🤠
silverman and franken sense and mirth is gold.
Al just said he might get back into politics...my heart leapt...Frannie as first lady...your slogan could be "Franken, my dear, I do give a damn".
@Jay Bee yeah, because you have such high standards today
I used to be a pretty darned good marketing agent, and I tell ya Rosalyn, ya got a gift, kid!! I'd hire you.
RL he’ll be back in the senate in 2024
I'm pretty sure Al Franken thinks he lost his political office unfairly. So does Donald Trump. Wow! Look at the difference in the way these two handled perceived unfair adversity.
to this day I can't look at Kirsten Gillibrand without wanting to puke. Whatever she thinks she accomplished destroying Al Franken's political career remains to be seen.
Thank you Al. I have another reason for appreciating you. I have had many 'discussions' concerning Roberts. He is the greatest betrayor on the Supreme Court. You & Ms.Silverman together a show make. Thank you both. 😊
Excellent! Thank you.
Delightful conversation between two brillant people, Al Franken and Sarah Silverman. Al, if you read this I'm from northern Minnesota and we so need you back in the Senate. Please run!
This is a fabulous conversation. Thanks for being real and keeping it light. Love you both.
Seriously, Al, you must run for office. You are definitely needed there.
He’ll be back in 2024
wow that was great so much better then i thought it was going to be!.... Al and Sara I Love both....
Two of my favorite people on one pod!
Love Sarah Silverman and Al Franken together talking about what is happening and what is important! Thanks to both of you!
The two of you should do more of these together, because you cover all the points and fill in the generation gap with a guest. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed both of you shared it with my son we both loved it kudos to both of you keep up the good job.
Love your podcast. I look forward to it every week. As a teacher I do want to make it known that teachers do take jobs in the summer. However, we also do not get 3 months off. I work 2 weeks after kids leave and come back 2 weeks before kids return. In addition, I attend professional development, create materials for curriculum, and participate additional trainings throughout the summer. On my breaks I catch up on reading to stay at the top of my game professionally. Teaching is not an 8 hour a day job. At least not for me. Recognize teachers for taking work home and working 10-12 hour days. The time I put in is worth it since I do love what I do and am dedicated to this profession. Love my students and parents as well ❤.
Love you both! Al, my sister and I came into your condo in downtown Minneapolis when you were running for the senate (with a bunch of other women) and you and Frannie were wonderful. Of course I voted for you and would again ❤❤
Not very bright are you? He’s a sick perverted disgraceful person!
Please let's get Al Franken back to Congress and in Washington, DC doing what he does best...using humor to bring us together!
@@lindadeal3344 he’s a sick pervert.
Al was really brilliant in the Senate, we knew it, we miss it but thanks for oointing it out Sarah. Wecd love to have Al back in the senate!
He was clueless
One of the best shows. Sarah you're Beautiful love your comedy
This is the first time I've heard anyone but me point out Trump's joylessness. The #1 mistake everyone makes when trying to analyze him is assuming he experiences normal human emotions. He does not.
Me too, but when I googled it, I found many others have said the same thing. Never heard it mentioned once on the mainstream media though.
Exactly, couple that with the fact he hates dogs.
As fantastic as always. Thank you Al!!!
Fantastic. You know, for a change
This was a phenomenal show. I totally love both of you and you did not disappoint. I so wish you had held your ground when you decided to leave the Senate. We could have used your help these last 5 or 6 years. Please come back... Weather the Storm. We'll be right and tight there with you.
I love both of you sooooo much. Thank you, thank you for letting me spend my morning listening to two great people talk about the shit show that is our lives. I have 3 kids. My oldest chilld is trans, my youngest daughter is adopted from China and my middle is my sweet and sensitive, musical child. We just can't lose the midterms. There is no other option but winning them. I scream this on all of my social media and sadly only see the same set of people doing the same. I'm f*cking terrified!!
I feel your terror. Agree, there's no other option but winning the midterms, not only keeping control of both Houses of Congress, but expanding the majority. Hard to fathom how far America has fallen, that _anyone_ could still consider supporting the Republican Party, which has become an openly fascist, authoritarian, hateful, hypocritical, conspiratorial cult. They've co-opted the word patriots when they're actually traitors. I'm just praying that there are enough true patriots paying attention who will do whatever it takes to vote Blue up and down the ballot to send an unmistakable message that as Americans we're not willing to see our democracy come to such an ignominious end.
Both are needed in the Senate.
IMHO. I just luv the way she wears those glasses and looks a little nerdy. I have such a little crush on her.
😢 I do indeed enjoy your show every Sunday. Thanks Al for all the things you say, and do.
They should call it united against citizens.
I loved this. My plane was delayed and you made the time go faster. Please run for office again, Al. We need you.
I usually fall sleep through half of the podcasts I listen to. This was so engaging I wasn't even drowsy.
"If you're doing risk comedy, then you're risking something." I have never had someone more elegantly explain my own thoughts to me.
Nothing funny about sexual assault
I believe it was in your interview with Dahlia Lithwick that she revealed that she was "sparring partners" with Ted Cruz in Law School. Now I'm kind of mad at her for prepping(?) Ted so well... But, he started at Weasel, and once a Weasel, always a Weasel. BTW this was a great interview with Sarah, and I'm so glad I took the time to listen to it!
I wish you were still our (REAL MINNESOTA) SENATOR, AL!!! Who wouldn't ADORE Sarah Silverman?!
The senate really needs ya Al !!
He’ll be back in 2024 taking the seat of jilly gillabrand the big mouth bully from ny
Sarah looks more beautiful today than 20 years ago. What a amazing woman
Al, your family doesn't want you to run again. I'd suggest...IGNORE THEM! 💙
Seriously....we need you back!
I will never forget how Trump said Gillebrand asked him for donations on her knees...fuuuuuuuuuuuck.
Al: What kind of country do you want to leave your kids and grandchildren? You better run if you want a decent future for them and us!! Thanks! Signed:Just one of the poor people!
LOVE LOVE LOVE Sarah!!!!
AL.....We need you back in the Senate!!! NOW
I've been in love with Sarah since Mr. Show. She's still an absolute babe! Thanks Al!
both American treasures
yes we need to vote, that's on us... YOU need to get back into political office.... Run for president in 24!
Al Franken for President, Sarah Silvermwn for Vice President
Spectacular!
Al you are absolutely correct.
Terrific episode. So sorry we lost you as a senator, we miss you advocating for us. But I can certainly understand why your kids don’t want you to subject yourself to electioneering as it is now.
Please! Get back in congress or the senate. We need you.
God, it is soo nice to listen to clever people having a conversation. Reality is I would click on anything that features Sarah... but this was thoroughly excellent.
That photo of you two together is a magic moment!
most people including these two confuse regret & remorse .. remorse is what you feel when you acted in a way that hurt someone else .. regret is what you feel when you acted in a way that hurt yourself .. that's a big difference and needs to be acknowledged as too often the terms are used interchangeably when they shouldn't be ..
Thank you.. like listening to father and daughter.. how nice
Great partnership. Enjoyed every minute. You can tell you really enjoy each other's company.
After it came up that you had a small part in _Trading Places_ , I had to let you know that I just saw the 2004 remake of _The Manchurian Candidate_ with Denzel Washington for the first time last week and was so surprised to see you show up as a TV reporter doing a sit-down interview with Meryl Streep. I literally did a double-take. I'm such a fan of the original with Frank Sinatra & Angela Lansbury that I'd put off watching the remake all these years... but, it was *damn* good--so creepy & suspenseful! Really enjoyed it, & you showing up was an unexpected treat.
i wish this was a video.
i want to see if she's still got the jimmy legs.
really enjoy your show mr. franken.
Your channel doesn’t have enough followers! I live for this!
I LOVED George Carlin’s provocative humor. His work made me come to the conclusion that “good” comedians are extremely intelligent, have a unique perspective on life, and can come back with coherent and relevant responses at lightning speed.
Enjoyed both of you today. Al please reconsider returning to political mess. Sarah you still have the right attitude and hope to hear more from both of you!
The Affordable Care Act saved my life.
She is a great comedian, but I pay to listen to her talk, as she is an even greater human being.
Really enjoyed our morning! Thank you 😊
With apologies to your children, We Need You in the Senate!!!!
Sarah brings out the real Al.
Sarah touched on it just as I was typing this, but hysterectomy is based on the theory that women were acting hysterical because of a situation “down there“ and the answer back in the day was to perform a hysterectomy, so they wouldn’t be hysterical. Crazy. Of course, the alternative treatment back then for hysteria was using a vibrator on women. I’m sure they found that preferable. I think that practice still goes on today much more than hysterectomies.
Great podcast Al , thank you.
Its like hearing two friends talking. Sarah, I love your wit and I’m going to your channel. Al, the kids are grown, please return to the legislative side of your career. Thanks ❣️
I love both of you and subscribe to both podcasts.
Great show. Thanks for keeping us all informed. You and Sarah make a good team.
This podcast is just so wonderful.
Excellent you guys. More, more plz. Great podcast! So friggin’ right on! Thx.
My favorite thing about Sarah is her capacity for love.
I hate when people fawn over celebrities, but I have to hate myself today, because I love Sarah.
Knock Knock, who's there? Your Future!
Blue & Red Voter's Across America Your Vote Is Your Power Use It. Save Our Democracy and Woman's Freedom Of Choice.
November 8, 2022
Knock Knock.....
it's so nice to be able to laugh at the craziness since the only other option is to cry! It was a great one for a change. Oh and you're both hot 😂🤣
The closest I've seen trump come to laughing 13:55 was when the U.N. laughed at him and he didn't know how to react to the humiliation. A great moment.
Delightful like always
Enjoyed this very much.
I love your channel, I'm a new sub.
Ha! I am a total Sarah fan, I credit her with instructing us in the correct application of breath mints.❤️ Brilliant interview.
*This was really fascinating...you know...for a change.*
Hi Al, Save America and run for president, please!
The problem of climate instability due to our actions does not require hundreds of billions of dollars of new government spending.
Charging high fees to extract fossil fuels, then sharing fee proceeds to all people, would shrink the industry causing the instability while also helping lowest-income citizens.
The policy will be efficient and fair. We can shrink the fossil fuel industry and end poverty. The larger impact on ending poverty and helping the poor will come when the idea is extended to all kinds of impact on the environment that we want to manage.
We can know that fees are high enough if we are able to take random polls and find that most people think we are not emitting too much or extracting too rapidly.
Folks, the "woke" drove this guy out of office. Learn from your mistakes or forever be the underdog.
Love that Gal ! ... (-;
Good to know you're considering going back.
That said, don't forget that consensus can come at the cost of true regrets😉👍
Al, auction those $0.02 checks online. Autograph them. You'll make out.
If President Biden decides not to run again, have Amy Klobuchar for president 2024 and then have Al appointed to replace her or have him in a special election.
It's wild when really smart, compassionate people talk about the problems with American politics and it never occurs to them that maybe the problem is capitalism.
I'd venture to say that goes without saying. They know, it's the obvious elephant in the parlor. They just venture out beyond that, because there's got to be away around that damned elephant to get anything accomplished. I hope.
just read the Old Testament - dont waste time with any churches-- its on point
I love Sarah. Her comedy got me through the 90s.
Comedy.
?
@@RichardTClark396 Comedy... Like how Trump looks, or how tiny his hands are, or how stupid his kids are... Things that are funny.
If you need a definition of narcissism or stupidity, Trump works too.
Hey Al..I always enjoy your show but I must comment on Leo Kotke...he came to our little town of Pocatello Idaho years ago..my brother took me to his concert in the high school auditorium and OMG I feel so honored I ever saw his performance..also he was a very dry wit!
This was a very very good episode. 🙂💪🏼✊🏽💐
Al Franken/ Sarah Silverman 2024! Do it America, make it happen!
Cmon Al, We miss you in politics and the humor is so needed right now on a serious note, many do not realize how serious the Maga Republicans are in taking our democracy down and the planet along with it. Citizen's United is like the gift that keeps on giving and giving and giving.......with no gift tag on who gave the gift.
Dynamic duo, I love it! Please go back in to politics, Al!
Al Franken. Please, please get back into Senate. We need you.
hes not that dumb
Love you guys!
She's still as hot as a summer day.
This was a JOY!
An unexamined life is not worth living.--Socrates