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As a long-time fan of stand-up comedy, I must admit that I was quite disappointed with Joe Rogan’s latest Netflix special, “Burn the Boats.” Having grown up watching his comedy and admiring his ability to push boundaries, this performance fell flat for me.
Despite being arguably the most popular American podcaster, Joe Rogan has come under fire for his poorly rated new Netflix stand-up special, Burn the Boats. Filmed at his own comedy club, The Mothership in Austin, Texas, performed in front of a crowd of friends and podcast fans, critics and general fans have lambasted Rogan’s latest comedy routine for being obnoxiously unfunny at best and offensively unoriginal at worst.
1. It’s not just that Rogan frequently retells jokes he’s used before, but also that he often borrows lines and ideas from funnier comedians such as Bill Burr. Given Rogan’s broad influence and multifaceted creative roles, it’s surprising to see him struggle in his chosen field. It’s intriguing how long he intends to persevere through the negative criticism and continue his stand-up comedy career, especially after “Burn the Boats” seemed to do more damage than good to his reputation.
Who Is Joe Rogan?
If you’re fortunate enough to have not come across Joe Rogan before, he is an actor, TV host, stand-up comedian, and podcaster. He rose to prominence in the 1990s after starring in the popular sitcom News Radio. After hosting the reality TV competition Fear Factor, Rogan raised his profile by commenting on the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the 2000s. Rogan wrote for The Man Show in 2003-2004 while delivering stand-up routines and filming comedy specials. In 2009, Rogan launched The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE) podcast, a mega-popular 3-hour interview show purchased for $250 million by Spotify in 2020.
As a devoted fan, I can’t help but marvel at the extraordinary journey of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” now Spotify’s top podcast with over 1,100 episodes and counting. This captivating show reaches millions daily, transforming Joe from an entertainer into an insightful interviewer who engages with people from every corner of life and various fields.
In 2020, Rogan moved from Los Angeles to Austin, Texas, where he established The Mothership comedy club as a platform for his comedian friends to express themselves freely, even if their words might be controversial. However, in contrast to his attempts to foster a thriving comedy scene in Austin, Rogan’s recent stand-up show, “Burn the Boats,” is seen as backward, oversimplified, and tediously repetitive.
Fans Are Bored of Rogan’s Recycled Jokes
On August 3rd, 2024, Netflix premiered the latest stand-up comedy special by Joe Rogan, titled Burn the Boats. However, this performance only serves to highlight how devoid of humor he truly is. Instead of being inspired and genuinely amusing, his hour-long routine feels more awkward and offensive than anything else. He delves into societal issues, expressing cultural grievances regarding the trans community, “cancel culture,” today’s socially conscious Gen-Z activists, among other topics. Additionally, he touches on controversial subjects such as illegal marijuana in Texas, the existence of aliens, anal probing, excessive ejaculation, COVID-19 mandates, and a myriad of juvenile jokes that fail to resonate even with the teenage audience. As one viewer remarked, “It’s funny if you’re 12. I didn’t laugh once.”
While it’s true that Rogan’s large audience allows him some flexibility on stage, even when the humor falls flat, fans are quick to criticize him for repeating old jokes and borrowing material from other comedians. Fortunately, he avoids his signature stool-humping act this time around. Unfortunately, the recycled jokes still fail to elicit laughter.
As a dedicated movie-goer and comedy enthusiast, I couldn’t help but notice a comment made by the comedian that caught my attention. This individual claimed that a joke, once it becomes part of a stand-up special, can never be used again. However, as a fellow lover of humor, I respectfully disagree with this assertion, believing that jokes can indeed be revisited and reused, given the right context and delivery.
Echoing the criticism, another Redditor specified which stand-up Rogan reused, adding:
The most upvoted response to the above criticism states, “Well, he’s a f****** hack. I wouldn’t really expect him be either original or honest.”
In his performance, Rogan draws upon a jest he made during his 2009 special, “Talking Monkeys in Space,” where he humorously described an intimate moment with his wife while she slept. According to the YouTube channel, this was similar content that had previously failed to resonate in a segment called “Burn the Boats.” It appears that he revisited this familiar material, possibly due to a lack of fresh ideas or pressure.
Joe Rogan often revisits the tale about Sam Kinison he’s shared numerous times on his podcast, complete with an energetic portrayal of Kinison. However, this performance didn’t sit well with at least one Reddit user, who expressed their disapproval by stating:
How Does Burn the Boats Recycle Material From Other Comedians?
In his own material and that borrowed from other comedians, viewers have spotted recurring jokes in the Netflix special Burn the Boats. At least one joke about contemporary sensitivity surrounding specific language was initially used by the disgraced comedian Louis C.K., as pointed out by a Redditor. The joke, while not explicitly mentioned, was told by Louis C.K. in 2008 and by Joe Rogan in 2024, highlighting just how outmoded and detached from current sensibilities the humor in that bit has become.
A user on Reddit claims Joe Rogan reuses jokes from Bill Burr and Louis CK, specifically mentioning a gag about stealing a police officer’s gun and the consequences that follow. In the discussion on Reddit, others also accuse Rogan of repeating material from comedians Jim Jeffries, Jim Bruer, and Doug Stanhope.
This phrase symbolizes a military leader’s decision to destroy all means of retreat, thereby forcing his troops to fight until victory or perish, with no option for escape.
After a dismal performance in the show “Burn the Boats“, it’s intriguing to see what direction Joe Rogan will take next, given his background as a competitive athlete. The idea of falling short at the very profession he aspires to excel in most, comedy, could be a significant blow to him. Whether he continues to refine his joke-telling or returns to the familiar environment of his podcast, Joe Rogan seems to have destroyed more than just boats with his latest stand-up special. There’s a chance that he may have irreparably damaged his comedy career.
Burn the Boats is available to stream on Netflix.
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2024-08-15 02:31