Funny, Humor, Beer. Did you ever think about the arithmetic? So, I know that a little later on this year youre gunna have another one of those really swell presidential elections that you like so much [Bill Clinton v. Bob Dole]. 0000001596 00000 n I dont vote. Marc Allan: Oh, okay, good. But here's the thing: social media isn't real life. Nobody seems to care! The transcripts I could find always sucked. They OWN YOU. George Carlin was known for his insightful and humorous observations on modern society, including his thoughts on social media. See they dont READ they REVIEW, they dont have OPINIONS they take POSITIONS, and they dont give ADVISE they make RECOMMENDATIONS. It's like they're saying, 'Look at me, look at me! But here's the thing, folks. Retweets do count. You know, that thing that's supposed to make us more connected and informed, but really just turns us into a bunch of self-obsessed, attention-seeking, validation-craving zombies. xWnF}WDh%&^6F%&T{84e[A0@-3wUr-*l:, XF{HT+T0?LL q8"y1yY0LV"vQ|8:GwPBr,&]Qt7oz5n Look them in the eye, shake their hand, and share your thoughts and feelings in person. And then, maybe, put down your phone and go have an actual conversation with someone. He and his "seven dirty words" comedy routine were central to the 1978 U.S. Supreme Court case F.C.C. His political commentary was scathing and on par with any of the greats, Pryor, Chappelle, Bruce. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. What? Required fields are marked *. Complete biography of George Carlin . This wiki was last updated on 11 Apr 2012 by: Today we're opening contributions to all readers. Certainly! of American cultural paradoxes. 124 Copy quote. So I know that a little later on this year, youre going to have another one of those really swell presidential elections that you like so much. We're all becoming like Goldfish, swimming around in our own little bowls, looking at the world through a curved piece of glass. Londons Heathrow Airport, November 7, 2018. POLITICIAN:SERVING THE NATION. WHEN THE HEARINGS HAVE CONCLUDED, I WILL MAKE A JUDGMENT OR I MIGHT MAKE AN ASSESSMENT. Moses could have carried them down the hill in his pocket. An INITIATIVE is an idea that isn't going anywhere! Updated on May 30, 2018. "Forget the politicians. Were fucked. Im talking about the real owners now, the BIG owners! He was known for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and taboo subjects. And then there's the political posts. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents( M o n t c l a i r S t a t e U n i v e r s i t y \n D i g i t a l C o m m o n s)/Rect[466.2109 650.625 540.0 669.375]/StructParent 2/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> George Carlin was one of the most well-known and beloved comedians of all time. If you vote, and you elect dishonest, incompetent people, and they get into office and screw everything up, well you are responsible for what they have done, YOU caused the problem, you voted them in, you have no right to complain. "In America, anyone can become president. However, he calls himself an apatheist (meaning that he's an atheist who doesn't care about the topic). We'll start with the first three, and I'll use the Roman Catholic version because those are the ones I was fed as a little boy. And by the way, it's the same big club they use to beat you over the head with all day long when they tell you what to believe. Sure, here's a possible transcript of George Carlin talking about social media: "Let's talk about social media. Well off-course not only is it possible its inevitable and thats when he's at his very best and that's when he trots out the really good stuff. 188 0 obj Fuck hope. Vodafone Ad. Everybody says they suck. this is my tribute and way of promoting George Carlin's work. endobj Reading the text, it sounds like a reasonably serious essaywell, sort of. The Wealthy the REAL owners! (LAUGHS) And we know this must be true because the next thing we hear from him is: POLITICIAN:I JUST WANNA PUT THIS THING BEHIND ME AND GET ON WITH MY LIFE. If you are interested in using one of my images for your website, or if you would like a print, please contact me directly (See the Contact tab). He said: Once you leave the womb, conservatives don't care about you until you reach military age. Another favorite distortion is Public Service. Because that's where real communication happens, folks. endobj Everybody complains about politicians. That's because now he's feeling the heat and so as time passes and more evidence comes in he suddenly changes directions and tells us: POLITICIAN:WERE TRYING TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS! As a lifelong stand-up comedian, Carlin had a lot of opportunities to speak his mindand religion and politics were two of his favorite subjects. And not that you can help it, I mean the problem is really with the people you cover. Dog, Cat, Thinking. You know what they're interested in? And don't even get me started on the whole idea of 'friends' on social media. And nobody seems to notice. Hendra, a writer and comedian, talks with Rebecca . . Cause Americans have a lot of trouble dealing with reality. But in war times they quickly become, our brave young fighting men and women stationed half way around the world in places whose name's they(POLITICIANS) can't pronounce, wandering if they will ever see their loved ones again. They dont pass through a membrane from some other reality. Personally, I think we still need to hoist our fannies perpendicular and hike ourselves to the ballet box for all elections. We dont have people like that in this country. 'Look at me, I'm so happy and successful and loved!' They're a digital petting zoo. "No child left behind. And just dumb enough to passively accept all these increasingly shitty jobs with the lower pay, the longer hours, the reduced benefits, the end of overtime and vanishing pension that disappears the minute you go to collect it, and now theyre coming for your Social Security money. [wptabtitle]Blog[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][/wptabcontent] The only difference is, when I get finished masturbating, Im gunna have a little something to show for it, folks.. Carlin was noted for his black comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and various taboo subjects. And that certain sign that things are closing in: POLITICIAN:WHATEVER HAPPENED TO INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY (LAUGHS). They want your retirement money. The career of comedian George Carlin (1937-2008) spanned five decades, with his first appearance on "The Tonight Show" being in 1962.He was an outspoken, acerbic social critic, and what came out of his mouthcould be shocking or even sometimes vulgar, but often his railings against injustice or stupidity or corruption shone a light on some dark areas as he said things that others would or . Marc Allan: Good, thanks for calling. These people on social media, they're not your friends. But just as pressure and heat transform coal into diamonds, it's that frustration, social pressure and the heat of anger that transforms us into comedians. 203 0 obj (Yes, I know, the USS America is a humongous, gargantuan behemoth, and the rudder very, very, very small, but we can still make it sloooowly turn to a certain general heading if we all pile our [intelligent] votes in the wheelhouse. GEORGE CARLIN: I want to tell you something about words that I think is important. Just a thought.". 186 0 obj Sure, here's a sample transcript of George Carlin talking about social media in one of his stand-up routines: "Let's talk about social media for a minute. Carlin, for 40-years, was one of the greatest comedians ever. [wptabtitle]@Shoq[/wptabtitle][wptabcontent][twitter-feed username=shoq mode=feed id=323150247956193281][/wptabcontent] Then you're just what they're looking for. The table has tilted folks. But, the Incomplete List highlights his exceptional understanding of, love for, and talent with language, sound, and rythmn. Yeah, right. Thats against their interests. It's like we're all living in a never-ending episode of MTV Cribs. George Carlin. You don't. You have no choice. George Carlin speech at the National Press Club (May 13, 1999) "George Carlin delivered a humorous speech in which he ma Show more Show more George Carlin on Being Arrested for. 0000003180 00000 n George Carlin: Life Is Worth Losing - English Transcript. They made questioners out of us and they really didnt have any answers. Garbage out. m o n t c l a i r . Two hundred years versus four and a half billion. Two reasons I dont vote: first of all, its meaningless. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. But here's the thing: you don't need social media to be happy. Friends? stream Everybody says they suck. for Caitlin & Johnny - 2015, Korey Soderman (via Kyle): 'All our lives I have used my voice to help Korey express his thoughts, so today, like always, I will be my brothers voice' for Kyle and Jess - 2014, Bruce Springsteen: 'They're keepers of some of the most beautiful sonic architecture in rock and roll', Induction U2 into Rock Hall of Fame - 2005, Olivia Colman: 'Done that bit. All day long beating you over the head with their media telling you what to believe, what to think and what to buy. Subreddit to discuss about ChatGPT. Fuck em. But, he is wrong here. According to Carlin, religion is one of humanitys greatest swindles and created nothing but lies, conflict, and suffering. People post pictures of themselves and their lives, trying to create a narrative that they're happy, successful, and popular. They are irrelevant. Everybody complains about politicians. "I don't believe anything the government tells me." - George Carlin 02. All day long beating you over the head in their media telling you what to believe, what to think and what to buy. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents()/Rect[72.0 612.5547 302.8926 625.4453]/StructParent 3/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> POLITICIAN:WHEN HE RESPONDS TO MY INITIATIVE, I WILL REVIEW HIS RESPONSE, TAKE A POSITION AND MAKE A RECOMMENDATION. BUT WHEN I DO, I'LL ADVISE YOU. Power, Politics & American Sports [transcript] [VIDEO CLIP] Jesse Owens: To me, politics has no part to play on the field of strife of . Theres a nice campaign slogan for somebody: the public sucks, fuck hope. Such a nice touch. Because if its really just the fault of these politicians, then where are all the other bright people of conscience? (LAUGHS). Its a big club, and you aint in it! Transcript. George Carlin Interview Transcription: George Carlin: This is George Carlin. He said: Once you leave the womb, conservatives dont care about you until you reach military age. George Carlin on Voting Transcript Now there's one thing you might have noticed i don't complain about: politicians. %%EOF % They'll get it all from you sooner or later 'cause they own this f**kin' place. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 183 0 obj STANDS4 LLC, 2023. I'm tired of fucking Earth Day, I'm tired of these self-righteous environmentalists, these white, bourgeois liberals who think the only thing wrong with this country is there aren't enough bicycle paths. They don't get any real human contact. Every time. Speakola is a labour of love and Id be very grateful if you would share, tweet or like it. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) It's just a curated version of ourselves that we want to present to the world. They own and control the corporations. Here's a transcript of a segment where he talks about it: "Social media, what a crock of shit that is. George Carlin > Quotes > Quotable Quote (?) You enjoy yourselves; itll be a lot of fun. Everyone experiences pain, of course. "A transcript of George Carlin talking about Social Media" First Response: First Response Certainly! Recorded on November 5, 2005, Beacon Theater, New York City, New York. 192 0 obj Dst7cSE99`YpOqBp@&+69ykl95-! But he wasn't always a . Video Transcript - In Defense of Politicians (George Carlin, 1996) "Now there's one thing you mighta noticed I don't complain about: politicians. A clean place to live. I mean, why do we need to see some idiot eating Tide pods or jumping off a roof into a pool? He discusses political stance and also societal beliefs on the environment, and the Earth's resilience towards bombardment by pollution. The more we pointed out the foolishness of our "superiors," the more they kept us down. You know what they want? Because if it is really just the fault of the politicians then where are all the other bright people of conscience? George Carlin: I'm in Hollywood, Los Angeles. 0000008961 00000 n Conservatives want live babies so they can raise them to be dead soldiers. But just as pressure and heat transform coal into diamonds, it's that frustration, social pressure and the heat of anger that transforms us into comedians. All rights reserved. The truth is, obedience and respect should not be granted automatically. You got people posting pictures of their food, their pets, their vacations. (LAUGHS). As long he included one additional commandment: Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. Where you calling from today? e d u / e t d / 4 7 1)/Rect[72.0 131.7406 279.0264 143.4594]/StructParent 6/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Well where do people think these politicians come from? People are so quick to judge and attack each other over the smallest things. Here's a transcript of a segment where he talks about it: "Social media, what a crock of shit that is. The planet has been through a lot worse than us. Carlin was not unique in that he saw through the thick layers of societal propaganda and rhetoric that are the source of many of the worlds problemsand let it be known that, despite his liberal stance on most social issues, he would point out their hypocrisies as wellbut he was well-respected and well-spoken enough to have left an impression on American thinking and history. Unless we think of some way to fight back. This is not good work. But it's all a facade. From Life Is Worth Losing. That's why we need people who can make the TOUGH DECISIONS. Here Is What You Support, Stop The Steal! Its hard to say if he was a Republican or a Democrat, however, as he refused to vote, considering it pointless because voting, as he said, is the illusion of choice.[4]. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. It goes WAY beyond his famous Seven Words You Cant Say on Television (also classic). Garbage ingarbage out. He is mostly non-political except for his involvement with the environmental organization, Greenpeace. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Contents(English Language and Literature Commons)/Rect[137.2383 212.4906 328.3613 224.2094]/StructParent 5/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Been through all kinds of things worse than us. m o n t c l a i r . Web. Sure, there's some good stuff on there, but it's mostly just people filming themselves doing stupid things and hoping to go viral. @Z(dXSm !4I <>/Metadata 181 0 R/Outlines 136 0 R/Pages 174 0 R/StructTreeRoot 145 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> The PEOPLE are fucked. And the more noise there is, the harder it is to hear anything worth listening to. Its a big club, and. To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum, Comedian George Carlins take on The Ten Commandments. Besides, environmentalists don't give a shit about the planet. 0000000716 00000 n POLITICIAN:THERE IS NO EVIDENCE, NO ONE HAS PROVEN ANYTHING EVENTUALLY I'LL BE EXONERATED. Thank you. As I say, they're my work, they're my . 'Oh, I'm so exhausted from traveling all over Europe for the third time this year. I don't words that conceal reality. They are us', Address to Parliament following Christchurch massacre - 2019, Dolores Ibrruri: "No Pasarn!, They shall not pass! 190 0 obj The big wealthy business interests that control things and make all the important decisions. I HAVEN'T DETERMINED THAT YET. You, and I, are not in the big club. Get listed in the most prominent screenplays collection on the web! So if you are easily offended dont click the link. Everybody's going to save something now. The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. He was also known for his outspoken views on government and politics. Some parents deserve respect. War, disease, death, destruction, hunger, filth, poverty, torture, crime, corruption, and the Ice Capades. 0000005590 00000 n (LAUGHS) PROCEEDING. The politicians, the celebrities, and the lawyers, and although their level of insincerity is astonishing, it's still kinda fun to hear them talk. 0 It's all just noise. The table is tilted folks. "Now, there's one thing you might have noticed I don't complain about: politicians. First of all, I can see the sun, okay? This is said with a straight face although it's obvious of course that the proposition is stated precisely backwards (LAUGHS). It is a crisis of confidence', Crisis of Confidence speech - 1979 , Jon Stewart: "They responded in five seconds", 9-11 first responders, Address to Congress - 2019, Jacinda Ardern: 'They were New Zealanders. <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 175 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> And they're all looking for that instant gratification of likes and followers, like it's some kind of digital high-five. Been here four and a half billion years. (LAUGHS). Clearly he's preparing us for something (LAUGHS). Two is all you need, folks. And you don't want to spend your real life chasing after digital validation.". George has been quoted as calling this his favourite HBO special of them all due to its continuous flow-on nature and high standard of writing. His satirical comments and relentless attacking a damaged system that unfairly trounced on the rights of its . endobj POLITICIAN:I ADVISED HIM THAT I HAD MADE A JUDGMENT. And term limits aint gunna do ya any good. (LAUGHS). Everybody says they suck. No contest. endobj Good honest hard-working people; white collar, blue collar it doesnt matter what color shirt you have on. But that would be much too direct! "We're so self-important. We dont have people like that in this country. D} 8 &L$` %pPyZnC*ss9Qm^-u~Y]5;D- p?Ds+A$%C"CXU@5M`mO=YK6l[f0xc5j D6C"NMUCDV#[7q&>O!WsDm~ |!=?H^wM $M:w085uk8OaP;,p|Jp@H0 O#NE\f&KXl1DHq0,>b4A !oPfcmxe5)l*1x,g FC[A9u71-tILKA n_B--jxQjB,=oINnh;> R# }bO 7?|`M S(5OdC0#K1EH-Llj[~y' c7ozi=w,PP&e~g$2! *@@Gh!'[G F.r *N-@LoX15XvGA4#Wb_"$,%%8@2% Copyright 2017 iComedyTV.com. Theyll get it. 185 0 obj Results like these do not belong on the rsum of a Supreme Being. He was a spiritual atheist as an adult. They want it back so they can give it to their criminal friends on Wall Street, and you know something? But first thing the next morning, I became a sun-worshipper. He was regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comics of all time. 01. Fuck em! He pretty much smashed the nail squarely on the head. Maybe something else sucks around here like: THE PUBLIC. Carlin was known for his dark comedy and reflections on politics, religion, psychology, language and taboo subjects. But a comedian has the ability to use their anger and intelligence to refocus and reconstruct their pain into entertainment. And that's just sad.". startxref Global Search Search In. So, it may seem like stand-up comedy, but I suspect Carlin is deadly serious. 25l`|xs[e>L;}_}S +Fn-RWErk^7=fa,|~'RsiYK@"4W/:iVDrZWV)^:i\9KnwmVYi5v b^mfYN.[ T*gvIc"f=di^fE)SGO Anyway enjoy it while it's h. You and I are not in the big club. CHALLENGES! As for me, Ill be home on that day, doing essentially the same thing as you. Its almost a poetic rap. I don't like euphemisms, or euphemistic language. The planet is fine. George Carlin Discusses 'Silly Putty and Napalm' Aired June 08, 2001 - 21:00 ET. ], Your email address will not be published. And we've all bought into it. Fuck em! The shit they shuffle around every four years doesnt mean a fuckin thing. 0000080920 00000 n Add in a bit of effective protest and it might even turn a bit faster.). Very relevant for these times of high public paranoia about Global Warming! If you have selfish ignorant citizens If you have selfish ignorant citizens, youre going to get selfish ignorant leaders. Well where do people think these politicians come from? We don't need that many. He was born May 12, 1937, in New York City into an Irish Catholic family, but he rejected the faith. endobj It will be a lot of fun. xref What a great idea. Difference. Oh boy. On Election Day, I stay home. Shut the fuck up! Pfft! OR: I WAS QUOTED OUT OF CONTEXT. Schedule . If you want to make a difference in the world, if you want to connect with people in a meaningful way, put down the phone, step away from the computer, and go have a real conversation with someone. George Carlin: Dumb Americans. They don't fall out of the sky. (LAUGHS). Watch on George Carlin: 'Politicians don't actually say things, they INDICATE them', National Press Club - 1999 Transcribed part of speech begins at 10.33 13 May 1999, National Press Club, Washington DC, USA This is an incomplete transcript made by Raven Developers. ), Stay up to date with the latest Digital Ants Network (DAN) versions in our channel, All of these features are available at no cost to you. ', Defense of 2nd Spanish Republic - 1936, Jimmy Reid: 'A rat race is for rats. 184 0 obj Search. The more we pointed out the foolishness of our "superiors," the more they kept us down.
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