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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I watched the new special.

FTR, I’ve always liked Dave, but I’ve noticed his new formula is this:

1. A few very timely and topical “easy” jokes.

2. Some old school “pu$&y” jokes (his bread and butter).

3. A very long, drawn out set of stories that he tries to thread together to demonstrate that he reads, that he’s a wealthy celebrity/special/powerful, something black/white racism, etc.

It’s getting tiresome.

He’s neither as smart or insightful as he fancies, and his ego has grown to such a point that his stories don’t come off as charming or fun anymore. Rather, the arrogance that it obviously masking insecurity is so prominent that it’s become distracting and off putting.

While I’ve laughed throughout his past specials, this one felt different. It almost felt like the entire purpose was to launch a defense for his money grab performance in Saudi Arabia. His “sorry, not sorry” schtick wasn’t impressive, and the whataboutism comparison to Israel was beyond just a stretch…

I think he’s incapable of seeing past race or religion or class, which surprises me as a fellow Gen X’er from Silver Spring (note: Dave is from SS, not DC). I really thought we were better equipped to navigate life without making assumptions and judging people on their color or other labels.

I wish I hadn’t watched it because I think I’ve lost any remaining respect I had for him as a comic. Simply put: Dave just isn’t that funny anymore.

PS - The fact that he points out multiple times during the show that his stories are long and boring—and alludes to losing the crowd—tells me on some level he must know that he’s allowed his massive ego to minimize the actual comedy aspect of his show to prioritize his pontifications on personal issues. Typical when people let money and fame become confused with power and relevance. He’s really not any better equipped than Kanye or Charlie Kirk et al to educate the masses…but he obviously believes he is.

I’d love to see a 90 minute discussion between Dave and Bill Maher on any topics of Dave’s choosing. I bet it would be interesting. [/quote]

You are in the minority. Most people I know who watched (as did I) loved it. Thought it was brave.[/quote]

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