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Comedian Bill Burr Tells Berkeley Students He ‘Hates’ Liberals, Gets Surprising Applause
In a town known for its liberal leanings, Bill Burr’s daring performance at UC Berkeley’s Greek Theatre captivated a sellout crowd despite his provocative set. On Saturday the comedian didn’t shy away from delving into controversial topics. He tackled issues like verbally abusing his wife, the war in Gaza, transgender rights, and even child molestation.
Right off the bat, Burr let the audience know that he would refuse to censor his act, even if it meant offending some.
“I fu*king hate liberals,” Burr stated bluntly according to the SFGate. He clarified that his grievance with liberals, particularly white liberals, stemmed from what he sees as their hypocrisy. He remarked on the trend of displaying “Black Lives Matter” signs in windows without engaging in substantive actions to combat white supremacy. That’s like if I told you my great grandmother in Germany had a ‘Knock it off, Nazis’ sign.”
He cautioned the audience, “If you run into a white person who says they’re an empath, run the other way.”
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According to the outlet, Burr pointed out an unexpected moment during his show when the Berkeley audience laughed heartily at a joke suggesting Joe Biden might have dementia. While he gently teased the crowd throughout the night, the atmosphere was far from hostile. In fact, when Burr shared that he’d been experimenting with psychedelic mushrooms, the audience responded with such enthusiastic applause that it took the comedian by surprise.
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“Jesus, you guys are so supportive,” Burr exclaimed.
He continued to win over the Bay Area crowd by tapping into a shared disdain for certain stereotypes. “I hate the term ‘tech bro.’ They aren’t bros. They’re nerds, and they are way more dangerous,” he quipped. Burr further connected with the audience by critiquing the tech culture’s embrace of automation, remarking that only a “socially inept nerd would want to replace the majority of the country’s workforce with AI.”
When a Lakers fan in the front row shouted that the Celtics, currently leading 2-0 in the NBA Finals, “suck,” Burr didn’t miss a beat. As boos filled the air, he swiftly turned his attention to the heckler. Burr poked at the man’s fashion sense, hairline, and physique. He capped off his retort with a cutting remark that left the audience gasping: “You are one of the people I see that makes me not believe in a loving god.”
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Born in Massachusetts, Burr developed a keen interest in comedy early on, beginning his career after college in New York City. His comedy career took off in the late 1990s and early 2000s as he made appearances on various television shows. He received a significant boost from his recurring role on “Chappelle’s Show” in the early 2000s. Beyond stand-up, Burr is well-known for his Monday Morning Podcast, which he started in 2007. The podcast features his views on various topics, responses to questions from listeners, and discussions with guests.
Known for addressing controversial topics with a direct and often unapologetic approach, Burr’s style frequently draws comparisons to other legendary comedians like George Carlin and Richard Pryor. His ability to tackle sensitive subjects with humor has cemented his reputation as one of the most influential and respected figures in modern comedy.
Burr wrapped up his evening at Berkeley with warmth and gratitude, despite the edgy tone of his set. “Berkeley, you guys were amazing. I hope we get to do this again,” he said, leaving the door open for future engagements.
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