Energy is no laughing matter but neither is life and humour is our best coping mechanism for the latter’s adversities. Since our energy reality is fast becoming utterly ridiculous, I thought I’d fulfill a dream and do some stand-up on energy matters (Also people tell me I’m funny). Now, I already have a couple of ideas for the first videos but I’d appreciate your help with suggestions. You’re the ones who will be watching/listening to it, so have at it! I’ll be sitting here taking copious notes.
You have tons of ideas, don't think I can add much. But a repeating joke like
Today's self-contradiction (for example, California's must-buy an electric car, followed by don't charge your car now). This could be short, or it could be a longer reductio ad absurdum, with a confederate stooge (maybe Ms. Rate Payer) attempting to follow the requirements.
The energy situation is replete with ironic humor. I look forward to seeing your SNL response. If you need a few bits, I can help., such as the bit about Taylor Swift taking her private jet 20 miles.
Wonderful - we all need to laugh at this point in time. Can you please teach the young people (at least some of them!) what a joke is, what humor is and being sarcastic doesn't mean what you are saying... or does it? I'm excited to see you in action!
Oh.. please, please, please do one on flex electric... California style!!! Or, or a Texas cowboy roping up a herd of solar panels.... big hat, big boots and all! So much to work with, so little time...
What a clever idea. Fortunately the comedic material is writing itself for you every day. Your key scriptvwriters are a) anyone in the German cabinet b) any climate scientist c) Ursula von der Leyen (and if there is one the EU Energy Commisar), President Biden and his hapless Press Spokesperson (remember Comical Ali, Saddam Hussein’s spokesman?) d) Boris Johnson or his ghastly wife, the Uber Climate Communist Carie Antoinette e) any commentator from a MSM outlet or publication...the list of your joke writers is truly endless. My advice would be to juat read them out whilst trying to keep a straight face...
PS Just seen a Tweet of Anna Baerbeck Germany’s Foreign Minister telling German citizens she will “stand with Ukraine and keep Russian sanctions in place no matter what my citizens think…” You really can’t make this up. Itv is at this point unclear in which country’s Government Frau Baerbeck is currently a Minister….
Did you hear the one about the politicians who kept poking the Bear? Now they are celebrating reaching 80% of gas storage capacity; while acknowledging it will only supply 25% of their needs.
And all the while, sitting on a huge deposit of natty (Groningen), that they vow to not use...
Groningen would make a great storage field, infrastructure already there; and injection would likely mitigate the seismic/subsidence issue. If only those in charge would would pull their collective heads out from Greta's... you know where!
How to earn accolades from climate alarmists. Buy an EV and park in your driveway. No need to charge it or I should I say please be patient until enough wind and solar infrastructure is available.
Believing that EVs will save the planet is like believing that drinking a diet drink with your double cheeseburger will save you from a cardiovascular disease.
Believing Wind Turbines are the answer to producing electricity with no C02 is like buying Playboy magazine to read the articles.
That's a great idea! I think globalist Western leaders are misleading their public with the promise of "clean" renewable energy. The implicit truth is that they they truly know the hidden value of fossil fuels and cheap raw materials that enriches their wealth. With this proxy war, they want to get their hands on Russian oil resources and cheap raw materials using military power. The primary settler colonial nations (US/Canada/UK/Aus/NZ and other EU nations are addicted to extraction of cheap energy resources from lands of indigenous people as evidenced by the history of Africa and Asia. Now they are attempting to breach the Eurasian lands of indigenous slavic and related ethnic groups including Ukraine, Russia, etc... Ukraine is the first stop and their goal is to do regime change in Moscow and continue all the way up to Sakahalin Island. The mental affliction of global domination is reflected in the delusionary behavior and actions of leader of collective west. They act like occupiers and do not see their citizens as human beings. This is unfortunate that many people do not understand the psychopathology of their leaders and their own systems. Expanding military and fueling conflicts around the world while talking about climate change are two conflicting objectives. Perhaps, you can show this fragmentation and disconnect to the public through your youtube video. The global energy flow and geo-political power balance are interconnected!
The problem with spotting psychopaths is that it is impossible unless you have been trained to spot them, have heightened sensitivity to them, or you are a psychopath yourself. And many who can spot them, put them to use. Good point about Russia's resources. We saw it in the 90s.
It would be great if you could show this psychopathic (and/or narcissistic) delusionary behavior in your video. You have an excellent narrative talent and skills! Hope to see your video sometime.
Just get out there and bomb. Never be afraid to be awful. And, above all... love your audience. They will forgive all gaffes, if they see that you care about them.
I didn't. I had to check. Too many news reports these days sound like something out of the Onion for comfort. After hearing a minute of, say, Karine Jenne-Pierre talking I feel like anything is possible.
Rob Sitch writer of the popular Australian comedy series called 'Utopia', often stated that they didn't write satire, they just made observations. Your writing already lends itself to this, and what makes it enjoyable is your pithy and at-times sarcastic observations of the energy realities we seem to be finding ourselves in the world-over.
With that I will leave you with some clips, enjoy - maybe they will help with the creative juices :)
78% of the buildings in Switzerland are heated by boilers fired by Oil, Gas, or Wood. Zurich outlawed Oil and Gas heating. More brilliance. Its a long list of insanity by many countries.
Execution would be challenging, but there must be a way to humorously compare/contrast Germany and France and climate action.
Something along the lines of, "So you want to reduce CO2. Do you imitate the country with the lowest emissions in Europe, or just for a challenge do you choose a country in about the middle of the pack. Why would you want low prices, when you can have the most expensive electricity in Europe."
Okay, not funny, but I know that compare/contrast of absurdities is a comedic staple, so there must be a way to humorously accentuate the stupidity of imitating Germany instead of imitating France.
Whatever for would anyone do that? Has the Don become controversial?
What glorious ignorance!
Yes! Put it on YouTube! This sounds fabulous.
Thanks! I will put it on YouTube, I like attention as much as the next attention-seeker. :D
One thing I recomend - Be yourself!!!
Duly noted but you flatter me by implying I have the energy or inclination to be anyone or anything else. I'm too old for this... gateau.
Yes. Yes! On Youtube! The world needs this now!
You have tons of ideas, don't think I can add much. But a repeating joke like
Today's self-contradiction (for example, California's must-buy an electric car, followed by don't charge your car now). This could be short, or it could be a longer reductio ad absurdum, with a confederate stooge (maybe Ms. Rate Payer) attempting to follow the requirements.
Ah, this needs a TV series, California, that is. In the meantime, I'll do my best.
I think it was Ursula LeGuin who wrote " To make criminals, make laws."
The energy situation is replete with ironic humor. I look forward to seeing your SNL response. If you need a few bits, I can help., such as the bit about Taylor Swift taking her private jet 20 miles.
This is a very good idea -- celebrities and their carbon footprints!
Wonderful - we all need to laugh at this point in time. Can you please teach the young people (at least some of them!) what a joke is, what humor is and being sarcastic doesn't mean what you are saying... or does it? I'm excited to see you in action!
Thank you, JF! I have one young person to teach all this and I'm discovering they DO need to be taught!
Oh.. please, please, please do one on flex electric... California style!!! Or, or a Texas cowboy roping up a herd of solar panels.... big hat, big boots and all! So much to work with, so little time...
"Dear Cris, do not freak out but we need to set up a film studio because I'm getting such wonderful comedy ideas..."
Me writing to my husband tomorrow.
Yes, put it on Youtube! Thank you in advance!
Thank you for the support!
What a clever idea. Fortunately the comedic material is writing itself for you every day. Your key scriptvwriters are a) anyone in the German cabinet b) any climate scientist c) Ursula von der Leyen (and if there is one the EU Energy Commisar), President Biden and his hapless Press Spokesperson (remember Comical Ali, Saddam Hussein’s spokesman?) d) Boris Johnson or his ghastly wife, the Uber Climate Communist Carie Antoinette e) any commentator from a MSM outlet or publication...the list of your joke writers is truly endless. My advice would be to juat read them out whilst trying to keep a straight face...
This is not advice, it is a challenge. :D I've never been good at keeping a straight face.
PS Just seen a Tweet of Anna Baerbeck Germany’s Foreign Minister telling German citizens she will “stand with Ukraine and keep Russian sanctions in place no matter what my citizens think…” You really can’t make this up. Itv is at this point unclear in which country’s Government Frau Baerbeck is currently a Minister….
This was brutal, yes.
Did you hear the one about the politicians who kept poking the Bear? Now they are celebrating reaching 80% of gas storage capacity; while acknowledging it will only supply 25% of their needs.
And all the while, sitting on a huge deposit of natty (Groningen), that they vow to not use...
ROFL is all I can say. Excellent one!
(Groningen's problematic with the quakes but there's plenty in the North Sea, I believe.)
Groningen would make a great storage field, infrastructure already there; and injection would likely mitigate the seismic/subsidence issue. If only those in charge would would pull their collective heads out from Greta's... you know where!
It would! I never thought about this but I have an excuse.
How about:
Gas caps don’t work (the prices on gas sales, not the one you open to fill your tank), or
SPR levels are important unless, of course, you don’t have any, or
As the EU President assured her subjects - our gas reserves are full and Europe is ready for winter’s chill!
(Take your pick)
I love #2😂
How to earn accolades from climate alarmists. Buy an EV and park in your driveway. No need to charge it or I should I say please be patient until enough wind and solar infrastructure is available.
Believing that EVs will save the planet is like believing that drinking a diet drink with your double cheeseburger will save you from a cardiovascular disease.
Believing Wind Turbines are the answer to producing electricity with no C02 is like buying Playboy magazine to read the articles.
Excellent analogy with the diet drink and burgers.
INFLATION IS SO BAD NOW:
•My neighbor received a pre-declined credit card in the mail.
•CEOs are now playing miniature golf.
•Exxon-Mobil laid off 25 Congressmen.
•I called Blue Book to find out my car's value and they asked if the gas tank was full or empty.
Has anyone ever told you that you have a huge comedy potential? I giggled myself to hiccups with these one-liners!
They aren’t original with me. They say there are no writers, only interpreters. I didn’t even interpret these, I just stole ‘em.
Still great.
That's a great idea! I think globalist Western leaders are misleading their public with the promise of "clean" renewable energy. The implicit truth is that they they truly know the hidden value of fossil fuels and cheap raw materials that enriches their wealth. With this proxy war, they want to get their hands on Russian oil resources and cheap raw materials using military power. The primary settler colonial nations (US/Canada/UK/Aus/NZ and other EU nations are addicted to extraction of cheap energy resources from lands of indigenous people as evidenced by the history of Africa and Asia. Now they are attempting to breach the Eurasian lands of indigenous slavic and related ethnic groups including Ukraine, Russia, etc... Ukraine is the first stop and their goal is to do regime change in Moscow and continue all the way up to Sakahalin Island. The mental affliction of global domination is reflected in the delusionary behavior and actions of leader of collective west. They act like occupiers and do not see their citizens as human beings. This is unfortunate that many people do not understand the psychopathology of their leaders and their own systems. Expanding military and fueling conflicts around the world while talking about climate change are two conflicting objectives. Perhaps, you can show this fragmentation and disconnect to the public through your youtube video. The global energy flow and geo-political power balance are interconnected!
The problem with spotting psychopaths is that it is impossible unless you have been trained to spot them, have heightened sensitivity to them, or you are a psychopath yourself. And many who can spot them, put them to use. Good point about Russia's resources. We saw it in the 90s.
It would be great if you could show this psychopathic (and/or narcissistic) delusionary behavior in your video. You have an excellent narrative talent and skills! Hope to see your video sometime.
If I could make it funny I will do my best.
Irony, sarcasm, and overall satire depicting
facts vs reality and how people (humans) like successful disinformation because it has a dose of truth with different shades and colors
Just get out there and bomb. Never be afraid to be awful. And, above all... love your audience. They will forgive all gaffes, if they see that you care about them.
I do love you all for bearing with me, so that's a good starting point, I guess. Thanks for the advice!
Good delivery = an effective presentation.
I think you'll do great having seen you on the BAB Chat.
Thank you!
Or you just could drop the other two guys in the BAB chat.....they bring you down. Tough truth.
Or both.
Now, that's not fair, if it weren't for them there wouldn't be a BAB chat. I'll do both.
I just heard that Tony Fauci has been appointed as Deputy Secretary of Energy………….
There’s your setup.
He has? Wow.
That was the setup for your joke. You got that right? You never can tell in text forms of discussion.
I didn't. I had to check. Too many news reports these days sound like something out of the Onion for comfort. After hearing a minute of, say, Karine Jenne-Pierre talking I feel like anything is possible.
Just try to make me laugh as much as you possibly can.
Point out that physics always wins over politics when it comes to ENERGY.
Good point and very underrated.
Rob Sitch writer of the popular Australian comedy series called 'Utopia', often stated that they didn't write satire, they just made observations. Your writing already lends itself to this, and what makes it enjoyable is your pithy and at-times sarcastic observations of the energy realities we seem to be finding ourselves in the world-over.
With that I will leave you with some clips, enjoy - maybe they will help with the creative juices :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELaBzj7cn14 (Clarke and Dawes - The Energy Market)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6PlVkZVBXA (Utopia - "the Lunatic Fringe")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6PlVkZVBXA (Utopia - "Snow Hydro Scheme")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAaTjR3p9GE (Hollowmen - Future Fund)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgaXcYHuP5Q (Hollowmen - Clean Coal)
Well put, well put. Thanks very much for the videos, inspiration is always welcome especially from new sources.
https://youtu.be/e3UqLAtdZ04
Nicole Kidman eating bugs to save the planet.
Better her and Angelina Jolie than me. I'm not worthy and I'm going to stay not worthy of saving the planet.
78% of the buildings in Switzerland are heated by boilers fired by Oil, Gas, or Wood. Zurich outlawed Oil and Gas heating. More brilliance. Its a long list of insanity by many countries.
So will people in Zurich heat their homes now? Also, how's that carbon passport thing going? Is it official yet?
Execution would be challenging, but there must be a way to humorously compare/contrast Germany and France and climate action.
Something along the lines of, "So you want to reduce CO2. Do you imitate the country with the lowest emissions in Europe, or just for a challenge do you choose a country in about the middle of the pack. Why would you want low prices, when you can have the most expensive electricity in Europe."
Okay, not funny, but I know that compare/contrast of absurdities is a comedic staple, so there must be a way to humorously accentuate the stupidity of imitating Germany instead of imitating France.