Reminds me of the court jester, ready and willing to speak the truth the trusted advisors are afraid to mention. Comedy is able to bring up those tough topics that make people uncomfortable, without anywhere near as much tension. It's also why it's a tragedy when comedians get censored.
@blazed ona kayak It absolutely is a complex position and the cushy-ness of the position does depend on the quality of the person they're serving - as in someone selfish will probably not appreciate a jester's perspective along with being an entertainer, as well as the position of their lord. A small time lord governing over a small portion of land probably wasn't making enough to do more than house and feed their jester, if they decided to have one at all. Still, in the more ideal of cases, it's a bizarre position to have existed. Like you said, paid to talk shit directly to the person in charge of your life and in charge of many others and despite getting to run their mouth, their opinion could genuinely make a difference! Makes me think we should kind of go back to that system, especially given most elected leaders these days tend to be a joke without a punchline anyway!
If the WNBA sold as many tickets as the NBA, they most definitely would pay the players the same! This is about business not sexism! I remember back when Rhonda Rousey was the highest paid UFC fighter even over the men! Because she was a bigger draw at the time! Like Bill Burr said”the money listens “!
rhonda also said the same thing in a bunch of interviews as bill did. she was asked what she thought about being paid less than men, in a tone that clearly hoped she would be angry about it, and she said it made perfect sense because she didnt bring in the same viewership and revenue as her male counterparts.
It's also worth mentioning that female sports stars are just as likely to be rewarded (financially) based on their looks. Back in the 2000s, the biggest earning female tennis player was Venus Williams. The second highest earning was Anna Kournakova, who never got further than a semi-final. I was watching an interview the other day with Alisha Lehmann, who is a fairly middling Swiss soccer player in England, who just happens to have over 13 million Instagram followers. And like the example Bill Burr gave, they were acting like they didn't know the reason she has the most followed account of any female soccer player. The answer, of course, is because she's stunningly good-looking and regularly posts sexy pictures on there. And obviously we can blame the patriarchy for this, but the brand deals that these sexy sports women are getting are typically not products aimed at men. They are advertising things to women, and they're choosing the best-looking ones because that's what sells. And importantly, that's what sells to women. You don't get this in men's sports. When you look at the list of top-earning men in sports, you never see someone who is average but gets paid a lot just because he's good looking.
@J I don't think you can point to the "patriarchy" as to why women are generating more money from the likes of Instagram / TikTok. You could make the case that men being attracted to women is why they do, but that isn't patriarchy, that is the nature of attraction.
@@joepieklname of brand the Anna kournikova represented. She didn't make her money for selling anything but she may have posted her money for hot photos food out there in men's magazines at the time. I mean they were directed towards men and that's where she made her money. No sponsorship deals targeted towards women.
Yes - he speaks his mind so it's unusual today since it's against the standard, which is good. For "all that he is" - he's classic and provides a point of view that you may, or may not like, but it's his opinion. These days cancellation might take place for a simple joke or statement.
Comedy was what we called tragedies... another thing to ponder, would be how we have twisted good things into negatives. Aka... awful meant full of awe. We now use that as a negative and replaced it with awesome. Some of awe? Wouldn't that be just okay?
@@saphire2214 Most modern male feminists are either A, little lost puppies that have been brainwashed into thinking their entire gender is horrible and inferior or B, wolves in sheep's clothing spouting bullshit that don't believe what they're saying and are just trying to get laid. Either way they're barely relevant because both categories will just go along with their girlfriend.
@@devonm042690 The idea is if everyone (women and men) were feminists, then we wouldn't see such a disparity in viewership between the NBA and WNBA. The reason for this disparity, is not because one gender plays better than the other, it's the idea that men are just better at sports. It's the inherent sexism that we have been socialized to believe to be true that doesn't allow us to view both as equally entertaining which then drives viewership and fan support. The issue is not feminism itself. The issue is the lack of feminism within societal construct.
This right here. The NBA supports the WNBA and they still complain. Liberals never want to hear the truth or simple common sense. It's just a bunch of arrogant, loud mouthed, narcissists who paint themselves as victims to boost their ego and bring others down.
Women in general (I said in general dont come at me with exceptions) are delusional and have to deal with so many things emotionally that they cant handle truth and rather be incoherent then real about theyself.I absolutely love women and psychology and studying people.Society started to fall when men started listening to women, respectfully.They say things they dont real’y mean and weak men fall for it and lose respect from the woman at the same time, because she knows she is not being reasonable and expect the man to do his job and be a leader ( adam and eve spiritual meaning)
By saying absolutely nothing that adds any value in a nearly 15 minute video yet monetizing it? Youporn exists if you just want to jack off, you know. She's explaining the basic premises of the joke, which aside from very trivial, are required to get the joke. Businesses want to be successful, congratulations, did you figure that out today?
I am an old fart that is very concerned about today's youth. BUT every once in a while, someone like you comes along and restores my faith in the next generation. Your calm demeanor and intelligence are quite impressive to me. Keep it up!!!!
Ol' Bill Blue Balls. Love the man, his mind, his humor, and even his kooky voices. The fact he is a great social analyst, thinker, and storyteller is the cherry on top. Him and Chappelle are closest to being my generation's "Carlin", with all due respect to Carlin and his individual style.
agreed. there are others to add... but Carlin was the summation of the best of today all bundled into one. Miss that man. F'ing prophet because he hated filters and dared to speak truth.
I'm really happy to see you watch and then react to this video. My favorite joke is 'Nobody in the WNBA got covid'. Lots of reactors miss that joke because you have to think just a little bit more. So watching your reaction was great, seeing you question the joke for a split second then get it, was great.
Been watching your channel for a while now, really like your content - it is often funny, or clever or thought-provoking - sometimes all three! Glad that you don't edit yourself down too much - too many people do that, it is good to "see" your real thought processes. Thank you for everything you've done - keep up the great work.
Another wonderful reaction. Don't edit your reactions down. There is no need to shorten your dialogue when you have something interesting to say, as you always do. You are one of the few people, relatively speaking with regard to YT as a whole, who is worth listening to. God bless.
I honestly never watched reaction videos on yt, that concept itself never made too much sense to me. This is the only channel I watch from that category, cause it's simply a joy listening to her . She is so well spoken and I always learn some new information, and her rational and well constructed opinions is truly a rarity in this day of age.
I like how you do a reaction video. When people are talking over the comedian snd missing jokes, it wrecks it. You listened, laughed, and then intelligently responded to what he said clearly having actually heard everything. Letting us actually hear the bit from Bill as intended. This is how all comedy reaction videos should be done.
I think people are just getting tired of "it's men's fault" happening these days. It used to be the other way around, but I'm old enough to live through those days, and I have to say even at the WORST of those times, men scapegoated women about 10x less than women scapegoat men now. Back then was horrible, but what's happening today is a bloody nightmare.
This is my first time viewing your reactions...I find you very well-spoken and intelligent. I've subscribed and will be watching your reactions from now on!!!
First time watching your channel. I sincerely appreciate your reaction to Bill Burr's humor. I also appreciate that you gave an intelligent real world breakdown from your perspective. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! Subscribed! Stay awesome. Edit: During the last few minutes I became even more impressed with your insight. I love hearing new perspectives, as well as having something factually broken down to infallible logic. Well done.
This is probably the best comment on this joke and this subject I have seen where you parse it out and objectively speak on it from a business owner's perspective, while also recognizing at the same time you can advocate for a equality.
Here in Brazil, nobody cares about women's soccer either. I mean, a handful of people go, but the media don't make half a fuzz about it as it makes for the male counterpart. And Bill Burr's arguments still stand here.
The algorithym did an exellent job recommending you to me. Your words from 9:40 - 10:05 are exactly how I feel. I try to look at these topics from more angles than just my own to test logic or reason. You can be "pro" a thing but still have issues with it or hold it to higher standards and not be labeled a "phobe" of some sort. The headlines of "Men Make More Money Than Women" fall apart as soon as you start looking as statistics. As you said, "unnecessarily divisive".
@@NoProtocol It's brilliant, he goes in on the whole city after the crowd disrespected the previous act. The audio is abit raw but there's a "Full Remastered Audio HD" version that's a little easier on the ears.
The views of the games is what is being sold to advertisers. The ads ARE THE PRODUCT that the NBA sells. Them advertising the games is pure loss, with the hope that it's a good investment. Since the WBNA is operating at a loss in the first place, they can't afford that investment.
You are literally the best reaction channel I ever seen. I don't have to agree with everything you say (though I do agree on this one) to enjoy your opinions and musings on a specific video. 99% of reaction channels is just people clapping like seals and then video ends. I don't see the point in that. But your almost unfiltered opinion is what I come back for. Even if I don't necessarily agree, it is always healthy and smart to see how other people view different topics. Keep at it. PS Bill Burr is the GOAT.
The problem with most 1 to 1 female versions of male sports is that the action of play will never be as good, as fast, as powerful, and, thus, as exciting and worth paying attention to. The ticket sales, stadium commissary sales, viewer share and thus the ad revenue just isn't there - who is going to put unappealing junk in a prime advertising time-slot? When amateur middle-aged (or teen-aged) males can dominate peak professional female teams, the case for equal pay is rendered ludicrous: Size, mass, peak strength, speed, and savagery count in most sports. That's just the way it is. Burr is funny and rude, but that is how a Jester tells the truth to royals and priests when it is dangerous to tell the truth to such people, and what Burr says is truth.
Sad that a disclaimer had to be made simply to offer your opinion. An opinion that was not just spewed out for clickity bait purposes but rather was mulled over for quite some time. Freedom of speech truly is there to protect the views that are less popular or fly in the face of conventional wisdom. I truly enjoyed your take on this, your candor, and your thoughtfulness. New sub here!!!
First will address the content... second is a needy need to say - It is spot on... $ is the language and I had the great pleasure of teaching at Univ for 7 years and the women BB team were applauded. They came to class. They passed with intent. They challenged on the court. I LOVED watching Univ level womens bball... it was glorious. The men... much to say but "lazy" is a proper monosyllabic witness. ... I love this channel for two reasons... [i really don't like filters because I think they handcuff us by our own will to not be true]... reason 1) you approach every post with an open, thoughtful, critical and malleable mindset... genuinely and honestly searching. 2) you're a gorgeous soul in mind, smile... the kind of person I'd want in my life as often as able. The kind of mind that will search forever and therefor never be stuck in the mud of truth today. Peace and Love to you and to yours as always. Danke for forcing a smile upon me once again..
Whoa. That's a lot to presume based on watching 5 min of TH-cam commentary. This is the type of bias praise the women of the wnba expect for not providing the same level of entertainment.
@@soulward6334 [edited... there is a distinction between pro level and colligate... the OKC softball dominance just witnessed is fantastic but will not ever translate to the pro level of baseball coin/attendance.] I appreciate discussion. I based on 7 years teaching. Not all the men all were lazy and I did fail to address that some biases might be in place... for ex... probably 70% of students who came to help session (I gave 4x a week, voluntary eve hours) and in office hours...they were mostly women. My "fav" student of all time was a guy who was barely eeking out a D midterm w organic chem being a class he HAD to pass to continue... came in reg for help... got a high B and the next semester got an A... im my case... the women's BBall had the higher attendance record... those women built the new facility. And you and I do agree more than not... in the end it is a market that speaks from $s... if your sport requires subsidies... then don't expect the coin in your pockets.
Very smart analysis and I love how you're so nerdy about something before your time that you can't help but include it. Seriously, that speaks to me. Love your smile too, but not in a weird way. haha.
Slacker, directed by Richard Linklater was one of the original "indie" movies to inspire a generation of filmmakers to believe they could make movies without the backing of major studios. That dialogue and creativity rather than special effects and big names could be entertaining. Kevin Smith references Slacker and Linklater all the time as his inspiration to even believe making a movie was possible.
Thank you for the reaction. And thank you for understanding that Bill Burr wasn’t trying to be jerk, but that seems to be the only way people understand stuff. Like you the way the media explains it just sounds disrespectful rather than why it is like that. And it is sad that most of these ladies would probably make more having a regular job.
I watch the LPGA too. I’ve been to quite a few tournaments and I recommend it highly. It’s less expensive, you can get close to the players and the golf is great. They don’t hit it as far as the men, but they putt like crazy. I agree that it’s more relatable since I hit around the same distances as they do. You get to see what it would be like if suddenly you knew what you were doing, by some miracle.
Like a BOSS. Bill Burr is the most gifted, hardworking, unfiltered stand-up alive. Maybe ever, imo. And most importantly, imo, despite the fact that he regularly deals with very complicated, thorny, important third rail issues/topics/ideas, he NEVER lets the topic get out in front of the laugh. Never. He is a very special cat. Good video, No Protocol :)
If I remember correctly, the WNBA was heavily marketed for the first couple of seasons after its inception. As they saw people continuing to not show up they scaled back on the marketing. Makes sense to me
@@bartstarr100up 21% from when? According to timeline, their attendance is down from 2018... a few teams reached an average of 10,000 attendees, no team was reached an average of 10k in 2023 yet... so your argument is actual BS... The WNBA by the numbers is a huge failure... if employees were to get paid by their companies earnings, WNBA players would owe the league about 80k for the year...
Not sure why the TH-cam algorithm put you in my queue but I'm glad it happened. Seriously only clicked because you have an amazing face. Then heard your fantastic voice and then saw the glimpse into the way you think. Then you mentioned Agatha Christie and Doyle and now you have a new subscriber. Can't wait to check out the rest of your videos.
I'm a former sportswriter who covered the NBA, and part of my job was to cover the WNBA in the summer. What's been lost in this discussion is the fact that the WNBA was supposed to be a way for players, many of whom had overseas gigs, to supplement their income, NOT to be the primary source. That's why the league plays an abbreviated schedule in the summer, when the overseas leagues are in their offseason.
@@soulward6334 The point I was making (which everyone else seemed to get) was that everyone on the WNBA side of the fence is bitching about the money disparity between their league and the NBA. But the WNBA was never supposed to be the players' main paycheck. It was supposed to be a side gig so they could make a few extra bucks and - for the Americans who had been playing overseas - provide an opportunity to play at home. The WNBA was never intended to equal the NBA in size, scope or size of contracts. And it certainly doesn't come close to matching the quality.
I love your viewpoint. Get the info, make an informed reaction. You have my full support as a male and not a fan of basketball. Don’t hate the game, just isn’t my game. Keep doing your thing. You are awesome.
I am so thankful for your comments on this video. As a 60+year old, videos like yours gives me faith that the world will be in good hands after my generation is gone.
la primera vez que vi este video llore ,es genial los temas que trata bill burr en sus stand up, me encanto el video y tu reacción y te recomiendo el que habla sobre Sean Connery quiero ver cuanto duras sin reirte. Saludos.
I think it's been interesting to see how the Women's Super League in England have gone about it with actual investment by established men's clubs. It seems like perhaps the WNBA is a bit of an afterthought where they throw a bit of money their way to avoid being accused of being sexist. In England, it's been a lot more like a concentrated campaign to promote the women's game, bringing broadcasters on board. The results have been good, to the point that top five teams are averaging around 5k, 6k, 7k, 10k and 17k fans per game, and some of the biggest games are getting 80,000 people showing up. Now obviously tickets are cheaper than the men's Premier League, but it's a start, and it's also bringing more girls and women into the game. But most importantly, it's allowed more female players to go professional, whereas five years ago, I believe there was only one fully professional team in the league. So while it is being subsidized, it's being subsidized with a view to making it a profitable and thriving league, rather than out of some sense of obligation. These huge clubs aren't charities, they see the potential for profits in the future. And that's what female soccer players in America or Australia should be crying out for. Don't moan about equal pay, moan about lack of investment in your sport to get it to a stage where it can be a viable career for more women.
I don’t know all the details but I disagree somewhat on the lack of investment. The biggest supporters of the wnba is the nba and it’s players. The commissioner for the NBA has done interviews where he’s frustrated over the investment they’re making and yet a lot of women still don’t show up or participate. The nba has spent a lot of money and I think 10+ years trying to build out the wnba to no avail
> how the Women's Super League in England have gone about it with actual investment by established men's clubs. This is what you forget here. There is a fanbase - a rabid fanbase - for clubs in Europe. The football ultras will fucking attend a high-school division valleyball match as long as one of those teams if from THEIR club. Here in Greece there is Panathinaikos in football, basketball, volleyball, you name it ... even BOXING. In the USA they do not have that. The LA Lakers and LA Sparks are different. Even in men's sports that's true. The NY Knicks and NY Jets? Totally different. If that was Europe there would have been NY Knicks in football, basketball, volleyball, you name it and noone in their right mind would say "yeah, let's change the club's name". Huge cultural difference in sports.
@@ΤάσοςΚαυσοκαλυβίτης Yes and no. Obviously being part of the men's club, sharing social media, facilities, etc, is a benefit. But it's not true that groups of men who go to the men's games together are then also turning up at the women's game. Perhaps the odd dad bringing his family. But you only need to listen to it on TV to see that there's a completely different demographic turning up to the women's game. Far more women and kids, particularly girls, who only watch the women's game and don't really go to the men's. Part of the reason is that it's so much cheaper. £49 for a men's ticket last time I went. The women's match is £9. If you've got a couple of kids, that difference soon adds up.
I’m glad to see your videos in my feed again. I’m not sure if you took a hiatus or if TH-cam decided to algorithmically give you a hiatus from my feed, but I’m glad you see you back either way.
Comedy is one of the best, and easiest, ways to learn and I have found Bill Burr to be an excellent teacher. I like that you analyzed and used reason in your video as opposed to simply reacting to it. I wish to recommend two books, they are related. They are the most recent books I have read that are worth recommending to others. Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman and The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds by Michael Lewis. If you are only going to read one probably The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds would be better. I found it an easier read and the interaction between Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky in their intellectual investigation of the human mind fascinating. The books help inform us of how and why we make decisions that we do.
First time viewer. I have no idea where she stands in general but she makes perfect sense. Another thing people don't consider. The NBA season is 82 games while the WNBA season is just 40. So even if they had the same ticket sales and were equally popular the NBA plays twice the amount of games.
Just found your channel. Thank you for your reaction and your insight. Really enjoyed your commentary. Your smile is fantastic too. I wish you success for your channel.
Great video and an important one to share in this moment. First time viewer. New fan! Love your calm and positive demeanor. Or maybe that's just in contrast to Bill's 😂 Keep up the great work!
It’s pretty obvious watching the Nunez vs Aldana fight in UFC, why these women are the headline bout. They are top competitors and all the men and women watching were so impressed with their performance and achievement. It’s not that men are sexist, it’s that we can tell when we’re watching greatness and the WNBA is not it. It’s good. They actually work hard on their fundamental skills, plays and strategies which is admirable. I’m not saying WNBA is bad. It’s just not that compelling. If it was sexism you would not be able to headline Nunez vs Aldana in a championship bout.
I agree. Caring enough to complain can only take an issue so far. If the ones who complain do nothing other than continue to complain even more, then nothing will ever get resolved. Either they do not know what they need to do to resolve the issue or they simply do not care and just want to complain all the time, in which case they're just being vexatious.
Funny, when you mentioned the concept of 4:50 from Paddington - I immediately thought of Slacker. I saw that in the theatre when it came out in 91 (dating myself) - long before anyone knew who Richard Linklater was. Now I'm wondering if he got that concept from Agatha Christie??
It really sucks how few people appear to have your attitude. I hate the divisiveness of modern society. I was first attracted here by your face, but soon learned that your beauty isn't just superficial.
Well, that wasn't the post-video reaction I was expecting. Was ready for the usual dissection of Bill and his particular brand of humour and instead got an insightful, well-informed, and articulate look at the subject.
“There she is... [Gesturing in Miss Marple's direction] . Mr. Rafiel's bloodhound - his avenging angel. She looks so harmless, doesn't she? But her camouflage is perfect because she is partly just what she seems - a gossipy old village lady, but her logic is ruthless and her powers of synthesis formidable. And above all she never lets go.” Please watch the 1987 Joan Hickson version of Miss Marple - Nemesis. It is astonishing.
9:25 " I also think you can be an advocate for equality while still acknowledging the specific reality of the situation" Holy crap the fact that this needs to be said shows just how stupid we all are. Without ACKNOWLEDGING REALITY you cannot and SHOULD NOT be an advocate FOR ANTYTHING!
Your reaction made me laugh anew because I've seen this bit many times but your reaction added because your face basically said "Dude has a point", throughout. ;)
I left 2 wnba tickets on my car seat and someone broke my window and left 2 more. Now I have 4 useless tickets and a broken window.
Lmfao
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Oh shit - a WNBA game sold 4 tickets?? They must have celebrated that night!
@@Lord_necromancer no they were given to my son as a participation prize. Those women cant actually sell tickets. Give always only 😂
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This is why comedy is extremely powerful.
It's one of those very few things keeping people's head straight through unfiltered presentations.
Reminds me of the court jester, ready and willing to speak the truth the trusted advisors are afraid to mention.
Comedy is able to bring up those tough topics that make people uncomfortable, without anywhere near as much tension. It's also why it's a tragedy when comedians get censored.
@blazed ona kayak It absolutely is a complex position and the cushy-ness of the position does depend on the quality of the person they're serving - as in someone selfish will probably not appreciate a jester's perspective along with being an entertainer, as well as the position of their lord. A small time lord governing over a small portion of land probably wasn't making enough to do more than house and feed their jester, if they decided to have one at all.
Still, in the more ideal of cases, it's a bizarre position to have existed. Like you said, paid to talk shit directly to the person in charge of your life and in charge of many others and despite getting to run their mouth, their opinion could genuinely make a difference!
Makes me think we should kind of go back to that system, especially given most elected leaders these days tend to be a joke without a punchline anyway!
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Well put. It's a shame we live in a world now where the only avenue for pointing out the ugly truth is skewing it between the lines of comedy.
@@surg23 What's more shameful is that they're trying to cancel comedy/comedians that point out the ugly truth
If the WNBA sold as many tickets as the NBA, they most definitely would pay the players the same! This is about business not sexism! I remember back when Rhonda Rousey was the highest paid UFC fighter even over the men! Because she was a bigger draw at the time! Like Bill Burr said”the money listens “!
rhonda also said the same thing in a bunch of interviews as bill did. she was asked what she thought about being paid less than men, in a tone that clearly hoped she would be angry about it, and she said it made perfect sense because she didnt bring in the same viewership and revenue as her male counterparts.
It's also worth mentioning that female sports stars are just as likely to be rewarded (financially) based on their looks. Back in the 2000s, the biggest earning female tennis player was Venus Williams. The second highest earning was Anna Kournakova, who never got further than a semi-final. I was watching an interview the other day with Alisha Lehmann, who is a fairly middling Swiss soccer player in England, who just happens to have over 13 million Instagram followers. And like the example Bill Burr gave, they were acting like they didn't know the reason she has the most followed account of any female soccer player. The answer, of course, is because she's stunningly good-looking and regularly posts sexy pictures on there. And obviously we can blame the patriarchy for this, but the brand deals that these sexy sports women are getting are typically not products aimed at men. They are advertising things to women, and they're choosing the best-looking ones because that's what sells. And importantly, that's what sells to women. You don't get this in men's sports. When you look at the list of top-earning men in sports, you never see someone who is average but gets paid a lot just because he's good looking.
@@joepiekl Your right! I remember when Anna K. was so paid but never won any significant titles! GREAT POINT !!!
@J I don't think you can point to the "patriarchy" as to why women are generating more money from the likes of Instagram / TikTok. You could make the case that men being attracted to women is why they do, but that isn't patriarchy, that is the nature of attraction.
@@joepieklname of brand the Anna kournikova represented. She didn't make her money for selling anything but she may have posted her money for hot photos food out there in men's magazines at the time. I mean they were directed towards men and that's where she made her money. No sponsorship deals targeted towards women.
Bill Burr for all that he is, is oddly wholesome.
There's often a lesson on morality hidden in the rant. Dude is an artist.
Yes - he speaks his mind so it's unusual today since it's against the standard, which is good. For "all that he is" - he's classic and provides a point of view that you may, or may not like, but it's his opinion. These days cancellation might take place for a simple joke or statement.
He is Grizzly Adams, except perhaps less socialized.
His hearts in the right place.
...and boy is he mad about it 😂
Insightful is more accurate I'd say... I think you should look up the word wholesome.
It is wild how Bill makes the truth funny.
Him and Dave Chapelle
Comedy is speaking unspoken truths
Comedy was what we called tragedies... another thing to ponder, would be how we have twisted good things into negatives. Aka... awful meant full of awe. We now use that as a negative and replaced it with awesome. Some of awe? Wouldn't that be just okay?
@@nw73000 Well said.
Why did you even have to read up into why that aren’t paid the same? WHY IS THIS NOT OBVIOUS TO ANYONE WITH A BRAIN?
Bill Burr's observational comedy is just unbelievably good.
He's the observational comedy king
That’s Jerry Seinfeld.
This is not observational at all
@@williamforsythe9180maybe you haven’t been paying attention.
i can very well relate to his rage.
stupidity enrages me too.
omg I'm crying over here.
"Where are all the feminists!? This place should be full!!!" and "Ladies, name your top 5 favorite WNBA players"
Only thing is feminist aren’t only women.
@@saphire2214 Most modern male feminists are either A, little lost puppies that have been brainwashed into thinking their entire gender is horrible and inferior or B, wolves in sheep's clothing spouting bullshit that don't believe what they're saying and are just trying to get laid. Either way they're barely relevant because both categories will just go along with their girlfriend.
@@saphire2214 Bill Burr had some choice words about so-called 'male feminists', too.
@@devonm042690 The idea is if everyone (women and men) were feminists, then we wouldn't see such a disparity in viewership between the NBA and WNBA. The reason for this disparity, is not because one gender plays better than the other, it's the idea that men are just better at sports. It's the inherent sexism that we have been socialized to believe to be true that doesn't allow us to view both as equally entertaining which then drives viewership and fan support. The issue is not feminism itself. The issue is the lack of feminism within societal construct.
Better yet name any 5 WNBA players. The only one I know is Griner and that is just because of her screw up in Russia.
Bill Burr brings nothing but pure facts delivered with comedy
The WNBA loses 10-12 million a year. If you apply a profit-to-salary ratio to the WNBA, each player would owe the league around 80K a year.
This right here. The NBA supports the WNBA and they still complain. Liberals never want to hear the truth or simple common sense. It's just a bunch of arrogant, loud mouthed, narcissists who paint themselves as victims to boost their ego and bring others down.
Why the hell did you recommend a book after all that 😂
@@SARGENTDOODLE I think I was chatting with a friend and it got typed into the comment instead of the chat window. 👀. 😂
Women in general (I said in general dont come at me with exceptions) are delusional and have to deal with so many things emotionally that they cant handle truth and rather be incoherent then real about theyself.I absolutely love women and psychology and studying people.Society started to fall when men started listening to women, respectfully.They say things they dont real’y mean and weak men fall for it and lose respect from the woman at the same time, because she knows she is not being reasonable and expect the man to do his job and be a leader ( adam and eve spiritual meaning)
Oh damn, it doesn't even break even. That's crazy...
Thank you for being rational, logical and most importantly, for being you
You left out the part that she's a cutie
@@Hope...M ive said that before 😂
By saying absolutely nothing that adds any value in a nearly 15 minute video yet monetizing it? Youporn exists if you just want to jack off, you know. She's explaining the basic premises of the joke, which aside from very trivial, are required to get the joke. Businesses want to be successful, congratulations, did you figure that out today?
I am an old fart that is very concerned about today's youth. BUT every once in a while, someone like you comes along and restores my faith in the next generation. Your calm demeanor and intelligence are quite impressive to me. Keep it up!!!!
Ol' Bill Blue Balls. Love the man, his mind, his humor, and even his kooky voices. The fact he is a great social analyst, thinker, and storyteller is the cherry on top. Him and Chappelle are closest to being my generation's "Carlin", with all due respect to Carlin and his individual style.
agreed. there are others to add... but Carlin was the summation of the best of today all bundled into one. Miss that man. F'ing prophet because he hated filters and dared to speak truth.
@@McLeod2022 younger generations we still have Shane guillis and a few others, I mean comedy can still be saved.
Patrice O’Neal helped mold this guy into who he is. Iron sharpens iron
Old Billy Blue Balls 😂 I love that you’ve obviously listened to the podcast. It’s part comedy, part schizo rants from your crazy uncle. I love it.
I'm really happy to see you watch and then react to this video. My favorite joke is 'Nobody in the WNBA got covid'. Lots of reactors miss that joke because you have to think just a little bit more. So watching your reaction was great, seeing you question the joke for a split second then get it, was great.
Been watching your channel for a while now, really like your content - it is often funny, or clever or thought-provoking - sometimes all three! Glad that you don't edit yourself down too much - too many people do that, it is good to "see" your real thought processes. Thank you for everything you've done - keep up the great work.
You forgot that infectious hot smile she has.
@@CraftySasquatch don't be simping just because she's gorgeous and smart and has a great personality and a beautiful smile , ok.?
@@joeseay2883 Good one 😀
this man speaks a lot of truth.
comedy is a mirror for society
Hey NP!! I've really missed your comedy reactions and your laughter, brings a smile to my face, please upload more! Thanks!! ✌️ ☮️ ❤️ 🇺🇸
Hey! Thanks for supporting Will (:
@NoProtocol I forgot to offer a suggestion...Dave Chappelle Getting A Gun
Bill speaks nothing but truth.
I love that you cover so many broad topics, every episode is interesting :)
Haven't catched up with no protocol in a while. This was a pretty good one. I always enjoy your reactions. Lots of love.
Another wonderful reaction. Don't edit your reactions down. There is no need to shorten your dialogue when you have something interesting to say, as you always do. You are one of the few people, relatively speaking with regard to YT as a whole, who is worth listening to. God bless.
I honestly never watched reaction videos on yt, that concept itself never made too much sense to me. This is the only channel I watch from that category, cause it's simply a joy listening to her . She is so well spoken and I always learn some new information, and her rational and well constructed opinions is truly a rarity in this day of age.
I LOVE this bit!
He's one of the GOATS for sure... It's undeniable.
I like how you do a reaction video.
When people are talking over the comedian snd missing jokes, it wrecks it.
You listened, laughed, and then intelligently responded to what he said clearly having actually heard everything.
Letting us actually hear the bit from Bill as intended.
This is how all comedy reaction videos should be done.
Exactly!!!!
I think people are just getting tired of "it's men's fault" happening these days. It used to be the other way around, but I'm old enough to live through those days, and I have to say even at the WORST of those times, men scapegoated women about 10x less than women scapegoat men now. Back then was horrible, but what's happening today is a bloody nightmare.
White hetero men baaaaaaddddd 😂
This one is so funny. And there's a video which goes maybe 3 minutes longer which is hilarious. Thank you for this video!
Thanks for watching (:
I legit thought to myself "I'm in the mood to rewatch no protocol bill Burr reactions" and then bam ❤. Such awesome timing.
Serendipitous timing (:
I read "and then Bam" in Bill Burrs voice
This is my first time viewing your reactions...I find you very well-spoken and intelligent. I've subscribed and will be watching your reactions from now on!!!
First time watching your channel. I sincerely appreciate your reaction to Bill Burr's humor. I also appreciate that you gave an intelligent real world breakdown from your perspective. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! Subscribed! Stay awesome. Edit: During the last few minutes I became even more impressed with your insight. I love hearing new perspectives, as well as having something factually broken down to infallible logic. Well done.
This is probably the best comment on this joke and this subject I have seen where you parse it out and objectively speak on it from a business owner's perspective, while also recognizing at the same time you can advocate for a equality.
Here in Brazil, nobody cares about women's soccer either. I mean, a handful of people go, but the media don't make half a fuzz about it as it makes for the male counterpart. And Bill Burr's arguments still stand here.
I was watching the screen, didn’t know it was a photo until 2 minutes in. 😂😂😂
The algorithym did an exellent job recommending you to me. Your words from 9:40 - 10:05 are exactly how I feel. I try to look at these topics from more angles than just my own to test logic or reason. You can be "pro" a thing but still have issues with it or hold it to higher standards and not be labeled a "phobe" of some sort. The headlines of "Men Make More Money Than Women" fall apart as soon as you start looking as statistics. As you said, "unnecessarily divisive".
The thing is even the men don't get paid equally. No matter what job you have. Wether it's a 9-5 job. Or a job where you are paid millions.
Have you heard the Philly rant? That's another good one.
I don’t believe I’ve seen that one yet
@@NoProtocol It's brilliant, he goes in on the whole city after the crowd disrespected the previous act. The audio is abit raw but there's a "Full Remastered Audio HD" version that's a little easier on the ears.
I’ll look for it for the future, thanks Tom!
Your honesty is much better than what others may wanna hear. A lot of people don't do the homework before lashing out. Great reaction dear.
The views of the games is what is being sold to advertisers.
The ads ARE THE PRODUCT that the NBA sells.
Them advertising the games is pure loss, with the hope that it's a good investment.
Since the WBNA is operating at a loss in the first place, they can't afford that investment.
You are literally the best reaction channel I ever seen. I don't have to agree with everything you say (though I do agree on this one) to enjoy your opinions and musings on a specific video. 99% of reaction channels is just people clapping like seals and then video ends. I don't see the point in that.
But your almost unfiltered opinion is what I come back for. Even if I don't necessarily agree, it is always healthy and smart to see how other people view different topics. Keep at it.
PS Bill Burr is the GOAT.
The problem with most 1 to 1 female versions of male sports is that the action of play will never be as good, as fast, as powerful, and, thus, as exciting and worth paying attention to. The ticket sales, stadium commissary sales, viewer share and thus the ad revenue just isn't there - who is going to put unappealing junk in a prime advertising time-slot?
When amateur middle-aged (or teen-aged) males can dominate peak professional female teams, the case for equal pay is rendered ludicrous: Size, mass, peak strength, speed, and savagery count in most sports. That's just the way it is.
Burr is funny and rude, but that is how a Jester tells the truth to royals and priests when it is dangerous to tell the truth to such people, and what Burr says is truth.
I don't often Thumbs Up videos, but this one is especially good. It's very refreshing to see someone so level headed and reasonable. Rock on!
Sad that a disclaimer had to be made simply to offer your opinion. An opinion that was not just spewed out for clickity bait purposes but rather was mulled over for quite some time. Freedom of speech truly is there to protect the views that are less popular or fly in the face of conventional wisdom. I truly enjoyed your take on this, your candor, and your thoughtfulness. New sub here!!!
‘When are you gonna pick up your end of the couch’ I’ve never heard that expression before but I’m definitely running with it now 😂
First will address the content... second is a needy need to say - It is spot on... $ is the language and I had the great pleasure of teaching at Univ for 7 years and the women BB team were applauded. They came to class. They passed with intent. They challenged on the court. I LOVED watching Univ level womens bball... it was glorious. The men... much to say but "lazy" is a proper monosyllabic witness. ... I love this channel for two reasons... [i really don't like filters because I think they handcuff us by our own will to not be true]... reason 1) you approach every post with an open, thoughtful, critical and malleable mindset... genuinely and honestly searching. 2) you're a gorgeous soul in mind, smile... the kind of person I'd want in my life as often as able. The kind of mind that will search forever and therefor never be stuck in the mud of truth today. Peace and Love to you and to yours as always. Danke for forcing a smile upon me once again..
Whoa. That's a lot to presume based on watching 5 min of TH-cam commentary. This is the type of bias praise the women of the wnba expect for not providing the same level of entertainment.
@@soulward6334 [edited... there is a distinction between pro level and colligate... the OKC softball dominance just witnessed is fantastic but will not ever translate to the pro level of baseball coin/attendance.] I appreciate discussion. I based on 7 years teaching. Not all the men all were lazy and I did fail to address that some biases might be in place... for ex... probably 70% of students who came to help session (I gave 4x a week, voluntary eve hours) and in office hours...they were mostly women. My "fav" student of all time was a guy who was barely eeking out a D midterm w organic chem being a class he HAD to pass to continue... came in reg for help... got a high B and the next semester got an A... im my case... the women's BBall had the higher attendance record... those women built the new facility. And you and I do agree more than not... in the end it is a market that speaks from $s... if your sport requires subsidies... then don't expect the coin in your pockets.
Very smart analysis and I love how you're so nerdy about something before your time that you can't help but include it. Seriously, that speaks to me. Love your smile too, but not in a weird way. haha.
Slacker, directed by Richard Linklater was one of the original "indie" movies to inspire a generation of filmmakers to believe they could make movies without the backing of major studios. That dialogue and creativity rather than special effects and big names could be entertaining. Kevin Smith references Slacker and Linklater all the time as his inspiration to even believe making a movie was possible.
Norm macdonald said it best "the next time I watch a wnba game, will be the first time I watch a wnba game."
Bless the day that Bill Burr gave up on being likeable.
Thank you for the reaction. And thank you for understanding that Bill Burr wasn’t trying to be jerk, but that seems to be the only way people understand stuff. Like you the way the media explains it just sounds disrespectful rather than why it is like that.
And it is sad that most of these ladies would probably make more having a regular job.
Bill be speaking facts😂
I think your comments are extremely well thought out and articulate. Keep doing what you are doing! You seem to be extremely bright.
One of the greatest to ever do it!
Bill Burr is truly hilarious. I wish he would do more stand up comedy.
Love this channel
I watch the LPGA too. I’ve been to quite a few tournaments and I recommend it highly. It’s less expensive, you can get close to the players and the golf is great. They don’t hit it as far as the men, but they putt like crazy. I agree that it’s more relatable since I hit around the same distances as they do. You get to see what it would be like if suddenly you knew what you were doing, by some miracle.
I'd rather watch LPGA than PGA. I'm an older man and have worked in the golf industry for over 20 years.
Ur one of the most pleasant and chill people I’ve come across on the internet
BB is spitting pure facts.
Like a BOSS. Bill Burr is the most gifted, hardworking, unfiltered stand-up alive. Maybe ever, imo. And most importantly, imo, despite the fact that he regularly deals with very complicated, thorny, important third rail issues/topics/ideas, he NEVER lets the topic get out in front of the laugh. Never. He is a very special cat. Good video, No Protocol :)
If I remember correctly, the WNBA was heavily marketed for the first couple of seasons after its inception. As they saw people continuing to not show up they scaled back on the marketing. Makes sense to me
Well, since attendance is up 21% and their ratings are better than soccer, so your argument is just BS.
Based on what statistics?
@@bartstarr100up 21% from when?
According to timeline, their attendance is down from 2018... a few teams reached an average of 10,000 attendees, no team was reached an average of 10k in 2023 yet... so your argument is actual BS...
The WNBA by the numbers is a huge failure... if employees were to get paid by their companies earnings, WNBA players would owe the league about 80k for the year...
I wish more people had your reason and thoughtfulness.
When this went viral, did you notice how nobody brought this up anymore? LOL
Not sure why the TH-cam algorithm put you in my queue but I'm glad it happened. Seriously only clicked because you have an amazing face. Then heard your fantastic voice and then saw the glimpse into the way you think. Then you mentioned Agatha Christie and Doyle and now you have a new subscriber. Can't wait to check out the rest of your videos.
I'm a former sportswriter who covered the NBA, and part of my job was to cover the WNBA in the summer. What's been lost in this discussion is the fact that the WNBA was supposed to be a way for players, many of whom had overseas gigs, to supplement their income, NOT to be the primary source. That's why the league plays an abbreviated schedule in the summer, when the overseas leagues are in their offseason.
Fancy way of saying that the WNBA championship winning team would lose to a local junior highschool team.
Hilarious 😂
What point are you trying to make. It's still an inferior product that no one want to spend their free time watching.
@@soulward6334 true
@@soulward6334 The point I was making (which everyone else seemed to get) was that everyone on the WNBA side of the fence is bitching about the money disparity between their league and the NBA. But the WNBA was never supposed to be the players' main paycheck. It was supposed to be a side gig so they could make a few extra bucks and - for the Americans who had been playing overseas - provide an opportunity to play at home. The WNBA was never intended to equal the NBA in size, scope or size of contracts. And it certainly doesn't come close to matching the quality.
I love your viewpoint. Get the info, make an informed reaction. You have my full support as a male and not a fan of basketball. Don’t hate the game, just isn’t my game. Keep doing your thing. You are awesome.
I like the way this woman smiles when she's trying hard not to smile😂
I am so thankful for your comments on this video. As a 60+year old, videos like yours gives me faith that the world will be in good hands after my generation is gone.
la primera vez que vi este video llore ,es genial los temas que trata bill burr en sus stand up, me encanto el video y tu reacción y te recomiendo el que habla sobre Sean Connery quiero ver cuanto duras sin reirte. Saludos.
I think Bill's shrieking "you dont sell any FUCKING TICKETS" is one of my favorite noises ever.
I think it's been interesting to see how the Women's Super League in England have gone about it with actual investment by established men's clubs. It seems like perhaps the WNBA is a bit of an afterthought where they throw a bit of money their way to avoid being accused of being sexist. In England, it's been a lot more like a concentrated campaign to promote the women's game, bringing broadcasters on board. The results have been good, to the point that top five teams are averaging around 5k, 6k, 7k, 10k and 17k fans per game, and some of the biggest games are getting 80,000 people showing up. Now obviously tickets are cheaper than the men's Premier League, but it's a start, and it's also bringing more girls and women into the game. But most importantly, it's allowed more female players to go professional, whereas five years ago, I believe there was only one fully professional team in the league. So while it is being subsidized, it's being subsidized with a view to making it a profitable and thriving league, rather than out of some sense of obligation. These huge clubs aren't charities, they see the potential for profits in the future.
And that's what female soccer players in America or Australia should be crying out for. Don't moan about equal pay, moan about lack of investment in your sport to get it to a stage where it can be a viable career for more women.
I don’t know all the details but I disagree somewhat on the lack of investment. The biggest supporters of the wnba is the nba and it’s players. The commissioner for the NBA has done interviews where he’s frustrated over the investment they’re making and yet a lot of women still don’t show up or participate. The nba has spent a lot of money and I think 10+ years trying to build out the wnba to no avail
People don't like investing in a losing cause....The reason to invest is to make profit.....No profit, no investments......that simple
> how the Women's Super League in England have gone about it with actual investment by established men's clubs.
This is what you forget here. There is a fanbase - a rabid fanbase - for clubs in Europe. The football ultras will fucking attend a high-school division valleyball match as long as one of those teams if from THEIR club. Here in Greece there is Panathinaikos in football, basketball, volleyball, you name it ... even BOXING.
In the USA they do not have that. The LA Lakers and LA Sparks are different. Even in men's sports that's true. The NY Knicks and NY Jets? Totally different. If that was Europe there would have been NY Knicks in football, basketball, volleyball, you name it and noone in their right mind would say "yeah, let's change the club's name".
Huge cultural difference in sports.
@@ΤάσοςΚαυσοκαλυβίτης Yes and no. Obviously being part of the men's club, sharing social media, facilities, etc, is a benefit. But it's not true that groups of men who go to the men's games together are then also turning up at the women's game. Perhaps the odd dad bringing his family. But you only need to listen to it on TV to see that there's a completely different demographic turning up to the women's game. Far more women and kids, particularly girls, who only watch the women's game and don't really go to the men's. Part of the reason is that it's so much cheaper. £49 for a men's ticket last time I went. The women's match is £9. If you've got a couple of kids, that difference soon adds up.
And, once again, MEN have to do it for them and provide it on a silver platter.
I’m glad to see your videos in my feed again. I’m not sure if you took a hiatus or if TH-cam decided to algorithmically give you a hiatus from my feed, but I’m glad you see you back either way.
Comedy is one of the best, and easiest, ways to learn and I have found Bill Burr to be an excellent teacher. I like that you analyzed and used reason in your video as opposed to simply reacting to it. I wish to recommend two books, they are related. They are the most recent books I have read that are worth recommending to others. Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman and The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds by Michael Lewis. If you are only going to read one probably The Undoing Project: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds would be better. I found it an easier read and the interaction between Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky in their intellectual investigation of the human mind fascinating. The books help inform us of how and why we make decisions that we do.
New to this one, charmed and invested. A genuine smile and real opinion... rare..
Everyone should support them by going to the games and buying tickets for their friends and make a day of it. And buy merchandise.
Why would I do that to my friends?
@@igotnukes6011 Maybe for the Kris Kringle at the office?
The whole point it that most of us aren't interested. They're already a charity project.
First time viewer. I have no idea where she stands in general but she makes perfect sense.
Another thing people don't consider. The NBA season is 82 games while the WNBA season is just 40. So even if they had the same ticket sales and were equally popular the NBA plays twice the amount of games.
LFL is is a watchable league...
Watchable but is it enjoyable?
@@DiarraHarris yes
Just found your channel. Thank you for your reaction and your insight. Really enjoyed your commentary. Your smile is fantastic too. I wish you success for your channel.
Great analysis!
Great video and an important one to share in this moment.
First time viewer. New fan! Love your calm and positive demeanor. Or maybe that's just in contrast to Bill's 😂
Keep up the great work!
Bill Burr is the last of a dying breed. He tells the truth that creates the best comedy.
Nice to see people willing to open their eyes to the truth of the matter
It’s pretty obvious watching the Nunez vs Aldana fight in UFC, why these women are the headline bout. They are top competitors and all the men and women watching were so impressed with their performance and achievement. It’s not that men are sexist, it’s that we can tell when we’re watching greatness and the WNBA is not it. It’s good. They actually work hard on their fundamental skills, plays and strategies which is admirable. I’m not saying WNBA is bad. It’s just not that compelling. If it was sexism you would not be able to headline Nunez vs Aldana in a championship bout.
Dig your reaction. Bill is a legend. Speaks only the truth and makes it funny at the same time. Genius
Thank you for your honesty. It far too common that people simply pander. refreshing
Subscribed! You have a sense of humor, intelligence, and rationality.
I agree. Caring enough to complain can only take an issue so far. If the ones who complain do nothing other than continue to complain even more, then nothing will ever get resolved.
Either they do not know what they need to do to resolve the issue or they simply do not care and just want to complain all the time, in which case they're just being vexatious.
Funny, when you mentioned the concept of 4:50 from Paddington - I immediately thought of Slacker. I saw that in the theatre when it came out in 91 (dating myself) - long before anyone knew who Richard Linklater was. Now I'm wondering if he got that concept from Agatha Christie??
I think I subscribed because you seem like someone who would be the first to pick up their end of the couch.
You make some very good points, thinks I haven't thought of. Thanks.
It really sucks how few people appear to have your attitude. I hate the divisiveness of modern society. I was first attracted here by your face, but soon learned that your beauty isn't just superficial.
This is the most wise woman i’ve ever seen
Well, that wasn't the post-video reaction I was expecting. Was ready for the usual dissection of Bill and his particular brand of humour and instead got an insightful, well-informed, and articulate look at the subject.
I love that you went right into it and didn't interrupt him every 10 seconds.
You totally caught me off guard! I appreciate your honesty on the subject.
I like your delivery. Please keep it up.
New to your channel. New subscriber. Thank you for your great videos!
The "what women choose to watch" part is the hardest hitting segment of the piece.
“There she is... [Gesturing in Miss Marple's direction] . Mr. Rafiel's bloodhound - his avenging angel. She looks so harmless, doesn't she? But her camouflage is perfect because she is partly just what she seems - a gossipy old village lady, but her logic is ruthless and her powers of synthesis formidable. And above all she never lets go.”
Please watch the 1987 Joan Hickson version of Miss Marple - Nemesis. It is astonishing.
Yo it's been a while since I watched your channel I gave myself a break from TH-cam. Keep killing it
Thanks Thomas (: glad you’re back
9:25 " I also think you can be an advocate for equality while still acknowledging the specific reality of the situation" Holy crap the fact that this needs to be said shows just how stupid we all are. Without ACKNOWLEDGING REALITY you cannot and SHOULD NOT be an advocate FOR ANTYTHING!
You are brilliant and have a great take on your videos.
Your reaction made me laugh anew because I've seen this bit many times but your reaction added because your face basically said "Dude has a point", throughout. ;)
Thanks for the video D. Looking great today. Really if you think about what he is saying in a lot of aspects I agree.
he's got some great stuff...hope to see you do another