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Bill Burr

A mechanism-level breakdown of 187 analyzed bits from Bill Burr (2006–2014), spanning 5 specials. Every excerpt is tagged with its primary humor mechanism using the Comedy Stack framework.

Analyzed bits
187
Specials
5
Active range
2006–2014
Go-to mechanism
incongruity-resolution

How Bill gets laughs

Distribution across the primary humor mechanisms in the analyzed set.

187 attributed excerpts

Short quoted bits used here as editorial examples of Bill Burr’s mechanism-level craft. Each excerpt links to its full-transcript source.

I’m trying to dial down the douchebaggery in my relationship. I’m not turning out the pilot light, though. I’m keeping some fight in me.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’m trying to dial down the douchebaggery in my relationship. I’m not turning out the pilot light, though.', then the trigger 'I’m keeping some fight in me.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Are you seriously shocked some redneck with a beard down to his dick sitting in a boat in the middle of a swamp shooting varmints?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Are you seriously shocked some redneck with a beard down to his dick sitting in a boat', then the trigger 'in the middle of a swamp shooting varmints?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I believe in the planes, okay? I just don’t believe in the pilots. ‘Cause you know what? I don’t think the airline does, either.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I believe in the planes, okay? I just don’t believe in the pilots. ‘Cause you know what?', then the trigger 'I don’t think the airline does, either.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Perfect gun for home protection, .22 caliber. You’re laughing at that, sir? That’s not enough? I don’t know. I’m down South. What do you think?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Perfect gun for home protection, .22 caliber. You’re laughing at that, sir? That’s not enough? I don’t know. I’m down...', then the trigger 'What do you think?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s who taught him his ABCs. “~ A, B, C, D, E… ~ Hey, get that savage off my property! Get out of here!

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s who taught him his ABCs. “~ A, B, C, D, E… ~ Hey, get that savage off my property!', then the trigger 'Get out of here!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’ll just be driving down the street, just be like… Aaaaah! Anybody else like that? You ever have to shout stuff out of your head?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’ll just be driving down the street, just be like… Aaaaah! Anybody else like that?', then the trigger 'You ever have to shout stuff out of your head?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Basically, I think you got, like, 25, 30 years to absorb as much as you can, and then that’s it, that’s all you know.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Basically, I think you got, like, 25, 30 years to absorb as much as you can,', then the trigger 'and then that’s it, that’s all you know.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

There’s something about me, like, all my regret comes up when I’m in the shower. I don’t know what it is.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean21 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'There’s something about me, like, all my regret comes up when I’m in the shower.', then the trigger 'I don’t know what it is.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Keep it off of Instagram!” Yeah. Dude, you understand, the guy is 80 years old. Do the math. This dude was born in 1934.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Keep it off of Instagram!” Yeah. Dude, you understand, the guy is 80 years old. Do the math.', then the trigger 'This dude was born in 1934.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

This guy kept living. Telling you, you can live too long. You can live too long, I’m telling you. You wear out your welcome.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'This guy kept living. Telling you, you can live too long. You can live too long, I’m telling you.', then the trigger 'You wear out your welcome.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s like 2:00 in the morning, you’re both half naked. She’s not wearing a bra, you got half a ball hanging out. “And another thing!

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s like 2:00 in the morning, you’re both half naked. She’s not wearing a bra, you got half a ball hanging out.', then the trigger '“And another thing!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

And I got to tell you, that was a great thing that my dad did for me. Let me finish before you start blogging, okay?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'And I got to tell you, that was a great thing that my dad did for me.', then the trigger 'Let me finish before you start blogging, okay?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Except I didn’t scream out like he did, and that’s simple. The simple reason was this dude, he was hugged too much as a child.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Except I didn’t scream out like he did, and that’s simple.', then the trigger 'The simple reason was this dude, he was hugged too much as a child.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Now they build cars, but it used to be about animals, right? Now it’s all car stuff. “Looking forward to getting that carburetor today.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Now they build cars, but it used to be about animals, right? Now it’s all car stuff.', then the trigger '“Looking forward to getting that carburetor today.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like, you’re some guy who would never hit a woman, ya know. Would never hit a woman. You can’t hit women. You honestly cannot.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like, you’re some guy who would never hit a woman, ya know. Would never hit a woman. You can’t hit women.', then the trigger 'You honestly cannot.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

There he is, there he is! What’s up, buddy? What’s going on? We were just talking about you, just doing, like, a little surprise thing.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'There he is, there he is! What’s up, buddy? What’s going on?', then the trigger 'We were just talking about you, just doing, like, a little surprise thing.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s two out of five senses! What, are you gonna taste him as he comes around the bed? You’re still gonna be shooting over here.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s two out of five senses! What, are you gonna taste him as he comes around the bed?', then the trigger 'You’re still gonna be shooting over here.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like, I see the whole thing, see the whole thing. Wrapping that sock. Shh… Shh… Shh… Right? See the whole thing, so we’ll see.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like, I see the whole thing, see the whole thing. Wrapping that sock. Shh… Shh… Shh… Right?', then the trigger 'See the whole thing, so we’ll see.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Just miserable, horrible. That kind of heat, you understand the racism down here, ya know? I get it. How would you get along with anybody?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
meta-humorstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Just miserable, horrible. That kind of heat, you understand the racism down here, ya know? I get it.', then the trigger 'How would you get along with anybody?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is meta-humor with incongruity-resolution.

You stay with your own! You stay with your own.” That’s true, though. Life can pass you by. You just keep living and living.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You stay with your own! You stay with your own.” That’s true, though. Life can pass you by.', then the trigger 'You just keep living and living.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Let me handle this!” I won’t fix everything. And that’s not a homophobic thing either, that I wouldn’t send my hypothetical son to drama class.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Let me handle this!” I won’t fix everything.', then the trigger 'And that’s not a homophobic thing either, that I wouldn’t send my hypothetical son to drama class.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like, your guy’s name is Ron? And he wasn’t alive thousands of years ago, so you can hide a lot of it in the mystery.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like, your guy’s name is Ron?', then the trigger 'And he wasn’t alive thousands of years ago, so you can hide a lot of it in the mystery.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s the Vatican. They’re their own city. They got a wall around their own city. They’re brushing off cases of pedophilia like it’s nothing.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s the Vatican. They’re their own city. They got a wall around their own city.', then the trigger 'They’re brushing off cases of pedophilia like it’s nothing.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You can literally hear the metal the plane’s made of, like… All of a sudden, this dude three rows back starts making these bitchy noises.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You can literally hear the metal the plane’s made of, like… All of a sudden, this dude', then the trigger 'three rows back starts making these bitchy noises.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’m 100% in on this. And ever since I got into it, I’m seeing helicopters everywhere. I never realized how many helicopters there were.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’m 100% in on this. And ever since I got into it, I’m seeing helicopters everywhere.', then the trigger 'I never realized how many helicopters there were.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’ve kind of come her way, she’s come my way. She watches a little bit of sports, I occasionally will watch a romantic comedy.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’ve kind of come her way, she’s come my way.', then the trigger 'She watches a little bit of sports, I occasionally will watch a romantic comedy.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

And you know what? We become weaker as a species. Do you remember back in the day when you watched the Discovery Channel about animals?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'And you know what? We become weaker as a species.', then the trigger 'Do you remember back in the day when you watched the Discovery Channel about animals?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

But that didn’t change what he was trying to do. Where his heart was, I still love this guy. I just feel bad for him.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'But that didn’t change what he was trying to do. Where his heart was, I still love this guy.', then the trigger 'I just feel bad for him.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Do you know what I would love to do? I’d love to rescue some kid that works in a sweatshop. Wouldn’t that be amazing?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Do you know what I would love to do? I’d love to rescue some kid that works in a sweatshop.', then the trigger 'Wouldn’t that be amazing?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Come into the church, your brain’s all empty, they fill it like a jelly donut. [making squishing sounds] Just brainwash you.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean21 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Come into the church, your brain’s all empty, they fill it like a jelly donut.', then the trigger '[making squishing sounds] Just brainwash you.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Dude, I shot a five-shot .38 one time without earplugs. I was landscaping this guy’s yard. He comes out at the end of the job.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Dude, I shot a five-shot .38 one time without earplugs. I was landscaping this guy’s yard.', then the trigger 'He comes out at the end of the job.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

If I lost a tooth, there was a fairy. There was the Easter Bunny. Why wouldn’t there be some bearded baby moonwalking across the lake?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'If I lost a tooth, there was a fairy. There was the Easter Bunny.', then the trigger 'Why wouldn’t there be some bearded baby moonwalking across the lake?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

And you’re gonna turn around. All you’re gonna see is his cowardly feet going out the kitchen window. I don’t know, man, that’s risky.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'And you’re gonna turn around. All you’re gonna see is his cowardly feet going out the kitchen window.', then the trigger 'I don’t know, man, that’s risky.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

And I was like, so you’re just dead. Like, how do you wrap your head around not existing? I couldn’t get my head around it.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
benign-violationstoryedgy25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'And I was like, so you’re just dead. Like, how do you wrap your head around not existing?', then the trigger 'I couldn’t get my head around it.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.

I know what happened. He was working at Denny’s, he got sick of it. “I’ll start a religion. Hey, everybody, there’s this spaceship coming back.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I know what happened. He was working at Denny’s, he got sick of it. “I’ll start a religion.', then the trigger 'Hey, everybody, there’s this spaceship coming back.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“That’s very offensive to me and other Christians and…” Become that douche?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionone-linerclean12 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“That’s very offensive to me and other Christians', then the trigger 'and…” Become that douche?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’m just gonna go out and do it, pass the goddamn class, and when I get my license, I’m not going to tell her.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlinemild24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’m just gonna go out and do it, pass the goddamn class, and when I get', then the trigger 'my license, I’m not going to tell her.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

This guy was alive, like, 45, 50 years ago. He had a driver’s license, Social Security number. There’s like footage of him stubbing his toe.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'This guy was alive, like, 45, 50 years ago. He had a driver’s license, Social Security number.', then the trigger 'There’s like footage of him stubbing his toe.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You know, in reality, I’m being too hard on that guy. Yeah, I am. I am, ’cause I was just as scared as he was.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You know, in reality, I’m being too hard on that guy. Yeah, I am.', then the trigger 'I am, ’cause I was just as scared as he was.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

He just came in like this, like George Foreman, and then he reached out, he had hands. All of a sudden, he had hands.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'He just came in like this, like George Foreman, and then he reached out, he had hands.', then the trigger 'All of a sudden, he had hands.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s like a cloud!” I’ll get him a bowl of Fritos, put on cricket or soccer, one of those sweatshop sports. I don’t know.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s like a cloud!” I’ll get him a bowl of Fritos, put on cricket or soccer, one of those sweatshop sports.', then the trigger 'I don’t know.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I got married. That’s the big thing. Yes, I did. Very happy about that. I’m very happy because it was starting to get weird.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I got married. That’s the big thing. Yes, I did. Very happy about that.', then the trigger 'I’m very happy because it was starting to get weird.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I don’t even pretend to understand it. I remember the first time a woman wanted to get me to choke her a little bit.

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I don’t even pretend to understand it.', then the trigger 'I remember the first time a woman wanted to get me to choke her a little bit.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

What’s the matter? What’s the matter? What’s the matter, boy? You hear something? What’s the matter? What are you barking for? What’s the matter, huh?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'What’s the matter? What’s the matter? What’s the matter, boy? You hear something? What’s the matter? What are you bar...', then the trigger 'What’s the matter, huh?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I just kinda like, ya know. It’s like squeeze a little bit and kind of like squeeze it. Why don’t you want to do it?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I just kinda like, ya know. It’s like squeeze a little bit and kind of like squeeze it.', then the trigger 'Why don’t you want to do it?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They’re like so focused on hitting their wife, they got blinders on, they’re not reading anything? They don’t see the “Don’t Hit Your Wife” billboard?

Bill BurrI’M SORRY YOU FEEL THAT WAY(2014)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They’re like so focused on hitting their wife, they got blinders on, they’re not reading anything?', then the trigger 'They don’t see the “Don’t Hit Your Wife” billboard?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“Come on, let me outta here. I-I have a spin class. You’ve made your point. This is ridiculous.” No, that’s the thing. That’s the thing.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“Come on, let me outta here. I-I have a spin class. You’ve made your point. This is ridiculous.” No, that’s the thing.', then the trigger 'That’s the thing.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

So she knows… It’s not her birthday, none of that crap. She can’t ask me for it. So now she’s gotta go into manipulation mode.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'So she knows… It’s not her birthday, none of that crap. She can’t ask me for it.', then the trigger 'So now she’s gotta go into manipulation mode.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It said, “Why do so many rich, famous, and powerful men act like absolute pigs?” Right? And the article was actually written by a woman.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It said, “Why do so many rich, famous, and powerful men act like absolute pigs?” Right?', then the trigger 'And the article was actually written by a woman.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I don’t know. I’m sick of women trying… every girl I ever date’s always trying to fix me. Gets annoying after a while, you know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I don’t know. I’m sick of women trying… every girl I ever date’s always trying to fix me.', then the trigger 'Gets annoying after a while, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

He’s like the exact opposite of me, you know? I planned out my life a little more, right? That’s why I never got married.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'He’s like the exact opposite of me, you know? I planned out my life a little more, right?', then the trigger 'That’s why I never got married.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

White people totally missed the lotion seminar at some point in history. I don’t know if it’s ’cause we can’t see it, you know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'White people totally missed the lotion seminar at some point in history.', then the trigger 'I don’t know if it’s ’cause we can’t see it, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like I had lightning coming out of the bottom of my foot. So I did the typical guy thing: “I’m not going to the hospital.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like I had lightning coming out of the bottom of my foot.', then the trigger 'So I did the typical guy thing: “I’m not going to the hospital.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

One time she was watching this show. It was like a poor excuse for The View, and they started talking about domestic violence, right?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'One time she was watching this show.', then the trigger 'It was like a poor excuse for The View, and they started talking about domestic violence, right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’ll sleep it off. I’ll be fine” right? Next morning, I wake up, my foot’s even worse and I gotta walk my crazy dog.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’ll sleep it off. I’ll be fine” right?', then the trigger 'Next morning, I wake up, my foot’s even worse and I gotta walk my crazy dog.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

She comes right back up again. slaps ’em off a little harder. This time, they spin halfway around my head. Caveman DNA starts coming up.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'She comes right back up again. slaps ’em off a little harder. This time, they spin halfway around my head.', then the trigger 'Caveman DNA starts coming up.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Saw this guy the other night on TV. He’s like, “Oh, god, I wish I did this ten years ago.” It’s like, no, you don’t!

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Saw this guy the other night on TV.', then the trigger 'He’s like, “Oh, god, I wish I did this ten years ago.” It’s like, no, you don’t!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I just have so much love for you… I try to cause you to have a seizure.” I don’t know. I’m good at this.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I just have so much love for you… I try to cause you to have a seizure.” I don’t know.', then the trigger 'I’m good at this.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Trying to eat a pop-tart here” right? No, you just take him in the back. You play catch with him. You talk about life, right?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Trying to eat a pop-tart here” right? No, you just take him in the back. You play catch with him.', then the trigger 'You talk about life, right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They don’t even notice you’re filling their heads up with your theories. You don’t do it the old-school way the way your parents used to.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They don’t even notice you’re filling their heads up with your theories.', then the trigger 'You don’t do it the old-school way the way your parents used to.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Now it’s not about that… “Well, that’s no reason to call me a cunt!” And then that’s it. You’re in this room now, right?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Now it’s not about that… “Well, that’s no reason to call me a cunt!” And then that’s it.', then the trigger 'You’re in this room now, right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

eesh!” “Now, he’s just crazy. He’s just a crazy person. What is wrong with him?” Eight hours later, he’d show up. She’d have dinner ready.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'eesh!” “Now, he’s just crazy. He’s just a crazy person. What is wrong with him?” Eight hours later, he’d show up.', then the trigger 'She’d have dinner ready.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I just remained calm. I was just like, “Sweetheart… I think you need to go to work now.” She didn’t know what to do.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I just remained calm.', then the trigger 'I was just like, “Sweetheart… I think you need to go to work now.” She didn’t know what to do.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I feel like listening to my iPod on full blast walking around the house. That’s what I’m gonna do.” So that’s what I did.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I feel like listening to my iPod on full blast walking around the house.', then the trigger 'That’s what I’m gonna do.” So that’s what I did.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They sift through the debris. “How did it start? Here’s an oily rag.” Right? Look, I realize I’m coming off pretty ignorant right about now.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They sift through the debris. “How did it start? Here’s an oily rag.” Right?', then the trigger 'Look, I realize I’m coming off pretty ignorant right about now.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’m sure there’s gonna be a table” right? So she starts freaking out. In the back of my head, I’m like, “I got this sweater.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’m sure there’s gonna be a table” right? So she starts freaking out.', then the trigger 'In the back of my head, I’m like, “I got this sweater.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Thank you so much for coming out. I hope you had as good a time as I did. [Inaudible speech] [Crowd chatter]

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Thank you so much for coming out. I hope you had as good a time as I did.', then the trigger '[Inaudible speech] [Crowd chatter]' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

To be… If I’m really honest, the fight started, like, three months earlier. It’s, like, the middle of march. We’re just driving around, you know.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'To be… If I’m really honest, the fight started, like, three months earlier. It’s, like, the middle of march.', then the trigger 'We’re just driving around, you know.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Are ya mad at the door?” Yeah. I had no idea I was amping this dog up. I’m so selfishly in my own world.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Are ya mad at the door?” Yeah. I had no idea I was amping this dog up.', then the trigger 'I’m so selfishly in my own world.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s one of the highlights of the relationship. So I knew what she was saying. I was like, “Whatever. I don’t wanna talk about it.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s one of the highlights of the relationship. So I knew what she was saying. I was like, “Whatever.', then the trigger 'I don’t wanna talk about it.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s like me writing a book, The third trimester and what to expect. Ladies, you’re gonna feel a pressure… how the hell would I know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s like me writing a book, The third trimester and what to expect.', then the trigger 'Ladies, you’re gonna feel a pressure… how the hell would I know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.

Happened a couple years ago, right? Me and my girl had this big argument one day, right? Actually, you guys wanna hear a story?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Happened a couple years ago, right? Me and my girl had this big argument one day, right?', then the trigger 'Actually, you guys wanna hear a story?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“No, no, it looks great. Put a little ice on it, we’ll see you in a couple of weeks. All right, take it easy.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“No, no, it looks great. Put a little ice on it, we’ll see you in a couple of weeks.', then the trigger 'All right, take it easy.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I like to be entertained. I love when they fall on the treadmill and go flying into the drywall. It’s like some modern-day medieval weapon!

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I like to be entertained. I love when they fall on the treadmill and go flying into the drywall.', then the trigger 'It’s like some modern-day medieval weapon!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

My dad was the exact opposite. Fell in love, got married, just started having kids. Had five kids by the time he was 33.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'My dad was the exact opposite. Fell in love, got married, just started having kids.', then the trigger 'Had five kids by the time he was 33.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You’re a bitch, lady! You been a bitch for years. Give me the pliers. Yeah, most guys would’ve left by now!

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You’re a bitch, lady! You been a bitch for years. Give me the pliers.', then the trigger 'Yeah, most guys would’ve left by now!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

The argument is over. Just take a knee and run out the clock, all right? Lean on the ropes. Let ’em punch themselves out.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'The argument is over. Just take a knee and run out the clock, all right? Lean on the ropes.', then the trigger 'Let ’em punch themselves out.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s just… it’s just ridiculous!” So see? There ya go, all right? You don’t need a face-lift, okay? Lay off the booze. Do some cardio.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s just… it’s just ridiculous!” So see? There ya go, all right? You don’t need a face-lift, okay? Lay off the booze.', then the trigger 'Do some cardio.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s how you raise a kid. You play catch with ’em. And you just talk about life. You distract ’em by throwing the ball.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s how you raise a kid. You play catch with ’em. And you just talk about life.', then the trigger 'You distract ’em by throwing the ball.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

For the 9 millionth time this year, they’re talking about domestic violence. Just in case, you know, you didn’t get the memo, you know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'For the 9 millionth time this year, they’re talking about domestic violence.', then the trigger 'Just in case, you know, you didn’t get the memo, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Just slathering it on. I thought she had, like, a rash or something. I’m like, “What, do you got, like, poison Ivy?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Just slathering it on. I thought she had, like, a rash or something.', then the trigger 'I’m like, “What, do you got, like, poison Ivy?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Turned it all the way up, and I just… my whole plan was just to walk by her like I didn’t even know her.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Turned it all the way up, and I just… my whole plan was just to walk', then the trigger 'by her like I didn’t even know her.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’ll suck your dick. I’ll suck your dick.” No, we have these huge battles. You know what the maddest she ever got at me was?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’ll suck your dick. I’ll suck your dick.” No, we have these huge battles.', then the trigger 'You know what the maddest she ever got at me was?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I was thinking about that. What am I gonna do if some dude turns me upside down, starts shaking the gold coins outta my pockets?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I was thinking about that.', then the trigger 'What am I gonna do if some dude turns me upside down, starts shaking the gold coins outta my pockets?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Almost went flying back into the bathtub. And I caught myself, and she’s all ready for me to take the bait and flip out.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Almost went flying back into the bathtub.', then the trigger 'And I caught myself, and she’s all ready for me to take the bait and flip out.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They’re like, [effeminately] “There is no reason to hit a woman. There is no reason to hit a woman.” And I was just like, “Really?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They’re like, [effeminately] “There is no reason to hit a woman.', then the trigger 'There is no reason to hit a woman.” And I was just like, “Really?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like they have groupies as they waddle out to their Mercury Tracer parked on the other side of a dumpster. You’re beating them off?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like they have groupies as they waddle out to their Mercury Tracer parked on the other side of a dumpster.', then the trigger 'You’re beating them off?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s almost like you discovered a new age between 52 and 53. People, there’s nothing wrong with being 52 and looking 52, all right?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s almost like you discovered a new age between 52 and 53.', then the trigger 'People, there’s nothing wrong with being 52 and looking 52, all right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s like pastry flakes flying off. She’s signing her name. She’s like, “You see that?” She goes, “That’s ashy. You’re ashy.” Freaked me out.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s like pastry flakes flying off. She’s signing her name. She’s like, “You see that?” She goes, “That’s ashy.', then the trigger 'You’re ashy.” Freaked me out.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You got skin everywhere. Check yourself out. The bottom of your feet look like a prehistoric riverbed. That’s not part of the natural aging process.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You got skin everywhere. Check yourself out. The bottom of your feet look like a prehistoric riverbed.', then the trigger 'That’s not part of the natural aging process.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

And I show up, got the dog in the back. Trainer comes out. He’s got his hat on backwards, he’s got stubble, you know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'And I show up, got the dog in the back. Trainer comes out.', then the trigger 'He’s got his hat on backwards, he’s got stubble, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They try to take it. It’s in here. You do something good, you feel good. You do something bad, you feel bad, you know?

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They try to take it. It’s in here. You do something good, you feel good.', then the trigger 'You do something bad, you feel bad, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Can you do me a favor? Can you walk the dog for me? Can you just take the shift? I’ll do your afternoon shift.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Can you do me a favor? Can you walk the dog for me? Can you just take the shift?', then the trigger 'I’ll do your afternoon shift.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You go to work every day, paying off the house. You come home one day, she’s banging the next-door neighbor, hands you divorce papers.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You go to work every day, paying off the house.', then the trigger 'You come home one day, she’s banging the next-door neighbor, hands you divorce papers.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s where the people are. It’s called the beach. 90% of people are frolicking along the coastline. It’s not like there’s people swimming to Europe.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s where the people are. It’s called the beach. 90% of people are frolicking along the coastline.', then the trigger 'It’s not like there’s people swimming to Europe.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You’re gonna be fine. Don’t believe in these myths. Black don’t crack. They all put lotion on, like, every 20 minutes during the day.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You’re gonna be fine. Don’t believe in these myths. Black don’t crack.', then the trigger 'They all put lotion on, like, every 20 minutes during the day.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I think it comes down to the way he talks, you know? [Grunting gibberish with accent] That dude should be unloading trucks in Transylvania.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I think it comes down to the way he talks, you know?', then the trigger '[Grunting gibberish with accent] That dude should be unloading trucks in Transylvania.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“So I was supposed to go out to lunch with Jennifer. I’m all ready to do that. I show up. She’s there with Susan.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“So I was supposed to go out to lunch with Jennifer. I’m all ready to do that. I show up.', then the trigger 'She’s there with Susan.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I just wanted to roll her up in her yoga mat and stuff her behind the couch. Just leave her there till she got thirsty.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I just wanted to roll her up in her yoga mat and stuff her behind the couch.', then the trigger 'Just leave her there till she got thirsty.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Stick out your arm.” So I stick out my arm, and ever so gently, she just drags her nails down. This smoke starts coming up.

Bill BurrYOU PEOPLE ARE ALL THE SAME(2012)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Stick out your arm.” So I stick out my arm, and ever so gently, she just drags her nails down.', then the trigger 'This smoke starts coming up.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’ve got to get on with my life here.” So I was, like, going, “you know what? I’m not working Thanksgiving. I’m not working Christmas.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’ve got to get on with my life here.” So I was, like, going, “you know what? I’m not working Thanksgiving.', then the trigger 'I’m not working Christmas.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Park in the shade. Do whatever you’ve got to do. I’m coming home to a safe house, and then you drive home with the dog.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Park in the shade. Do whatever you’ve got to do.', then the trigger 'I’m coming home to a safe house, and then you drive home with the dog.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Oh, it’s brutal. Even if you do something smart, right, like it’s raining out. “He’s got an umbrella. What a fag. Oh, my God.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Oh, it’s brutal. Even if you do something smart, right, like it’s raining out. “He’s got an umbrella. What a fag.', then the trigger 'Oh, my God.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

No, it’s a natural thought. It’s a natural thought. But you don’t. You never lead with an uppercut. You set it up with the jab.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'No, it’s a natural thought. It’s a natural thought. But you don’t. You never lead with an uppercut.', then the trigger 'You set it up with the jab.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I’m just thinking of something I really agree with,” you know. I’m trying to let go of this ball of hate in my chest.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I’m just thinking of something I really agree with,” you know.', then the trigger 'I’m trying to let go of this ball of hate in my chest.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like, whenever I know the next four hours of my life is gonna suck, I think about it. “God, I’ve got to pay my taxes.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like, whenever I know the next four hours of my life is gonna suck, I think about it.', then the trigger '“God, I’ve got to pay my taxes.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You got a pit bull?” she goes, “it’s not a pit bull. It’s a mix.” Mixed with what, another pit bull? Look at that thing.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You got a pit bull?” she goes, “it’s not a pit bull. It’s a mix.” Mixed with what, another pit bull?', then the trigger 'Look at that thing.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They can’t even breathe. You’ve got to have them sleeping upright in this lazy-boy rubbing Vicks vaporub on their chest. They’ve got, like, sleep apnea.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They can’t even breathe. You’ve got to have them sleeping upright in this lazy-boy rubbing Vicks vaporub on their chest.', then the trigger 'They’ve got, like, sleep apnea.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

My neighbor coming over, you know. “Hey, Bill, how’s it going?” “Oh, you know, pretty good, pretty good. Yeah, Susie keeps getting bigger, you know.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'My neighbor coming over, you know. “Hey, Bill, how’s it going?” “Oh, you know, pretty good, pretty good.', then the trigger 'Yeah, Susie keeps getting bigger, you know.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s awful, you know. You don’t do that, right? But what do you do now? What are you gonna do now, right? You’re married, right?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s awful, you know. You don’t do that, right? But what do you do now? What are you gonna do now, right?', then the trigger 'You’re married, right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

She was like, “we should rescue a dog. Do you want to rescue a dog?” I’m like, “no, no, I don’t.” She’s like, “why not?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'She was like, “we should rescue a dog.', then the trigger 'Do you want to rescue a dog?” I’m like, “no, no, I don’t.” She’s like, “why not?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Am I gonna make it? Avenge meee!!!” Listen, I’m out of time. You guys were awesome. Thank you so, so much for coming out.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Am I gonna make it? Avenge meee!!!” Listen, I’m out of time. You guys were awesome.', then the trigger 'Thank you so, so much for coming out.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

The second she saw them, she was just like, “oh, my God, a pumpkin. Halloween’s coming up. We should get a pumpkin.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean22 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'The second she saw them, she was just like, “oh, my God, a pumpkin. Halloween’s coming up.', then the trigger 'We should get a pumpkin.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

God damn it, you gave this guy a bill, he paid it. This guy was a bill-paying son of a bitch, ironed his shirts.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlinemild24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'God damn it, you gave this guy a bill, he paid it.', then the trigger 'This guy was a bill-paying son of a bitch, ironed his shirts.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I thought I was fine. She’s like, “no, I’m gonna make a turkey. I’m gonna make stuffing. What are you gonna do?” So I panicked.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I thought I was fine. She’s like, “no, I’m gonna make a turkey. I’m gonna make stuffing.', then the trigger 'What are you gonna do?” So I panicked.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You never hit a woman. You should never hit a woman. You’re gonna get caught. You’re gonna go to jail. You’re gonna get raped.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You never hit a woman. You should never hit a woman. You’re gonna get caught. You’re gonna go to jail.', then the trigger 'You’re gonna get raped.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

They die nine times every night. Why don’t I just rescue a retired offensive lineman while I’m at it? “Yeah, this is Jim Jeffcoat.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'They die nine times every night. Why don’t I just rescue a retired offensive lineman while I’m at it?', then the trigger '“Yeah, this is Jim Jeffcoat.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

She’s like, “oh, my God. Thanksgiving’s coming up.” I’m sitting there trying to watch the game. What are you gonna do for Thanksgiving,” right?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'She’s like, “oh, my God. Thanksgiving’s coming up.” I’m sitting there trying to watch the game.', then the trigger 'What are you gonna do for Thanksgiving,” right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

So anyway, so I decided not to go home for the holidays. That’s what I’m really trying to tell you here. No, I did.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'So anyway, so I decided not to go home for the holidays. That’s what I’m really trying to tell you here.', then the trigger 'No, I did.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Then on Wednesday, I don’t know what happened. I started to like it a little bit, you know? No, I was watching TV, you know.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Then on Wednesday, I don’t know what happened. I started to like it a little bit, you know?', then the trigger 'No, I was watching TV, you know.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I got a dog when i was on the road. I was on the road, and I just had a message on my machine.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I got a dog when i was on the road.', then the trigger 'I was on the road, and I just had a message on my machine.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

That’s all I really care about you and your little garden hose. Little Things Now, I know I just sort of mentioned killing myself there.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
benign-violationsetup-punchlineedgy25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'That’s all I really care about you and your little garden hose.', then the trigger 'Little Things Now, I know I just sort of mentioned killing myself there.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.

Like, “oh, I’ll just do the corners,” and, “ahhhh.” Then she just kind of straight-razor shaved. Just an absolute animal. I saw this other dude.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like, “oh, I’ll just do the corners,” and, “ahhhh.” Then she just kind of straight-razor shaved. Just an absolute ani...', then the trigger 'I saw this other dude.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

It’s literally from five decades of just suppressing the urge to, like, hug a puppy, admit a baby’s cute, say you want a cookie.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'It’s literally from five decades of just suppressing the urge to, like, hug a puppy, admit', then the trigger 'a baby’s cute, say you want a cookie.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I really am. You should see some of the animals—some of the animals I see. Like, I was in the airport the other day, right?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I really am. You should see some of the animals—some of the animals I see.', then the trigger 'Like, I was in the airport the other day, right?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

From day one, they can’t even breathe. They come out into the world. It’s like they’ve been working with asbestos their entire life, you know?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'From day one, they can’t even breathe. They come out into the world.', then the trigger 'It’s like they’ve been working with asbestos their entire life, you know?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

She came up to me at the end of the show, and she’s like, “you’re not really thinking about doing something like that, are you?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'She came up to me at the end of the show, and she’s like, “you’re not really', then the trigger 'thinking about doing something like that, are you?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I wouldn’t have to make the pie.” So it’s not even like I’m suicidal. It’s more like I’m, like, lazy. You know what I mean?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I wouldn’t have to make the pie.” So it’s not even like I’m suicidal. It’s more like I’m, like, lazy.', then the trigger 'You know what I mean?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I love having the whole side of the street to myself. I feel like a king. Oh, it’s awesome. It’s the greatest thing ever.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I love having the whole side of the street to myself. I feel like a king. Oh, it’s awesome.', then the trigger 'It’s the greatest thing ever.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Like you never saw that before. Oh, by all means, slow down and look at it.” Being a Mother So… I’ve got a girlfriend, man.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Like you never saw that before.', then the trigger 'Oh, by all means, slow down and look at it.” Being a Mother So… I’ve got a girlfriend, man.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I don’t say, “I rescued a dog.” I hate when people say that stuff. They say, “she’s a rescue. I rescued her.” Really?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean23 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I don’t say, “I rescued a dog.” I hate when people say that stuff. They say, “she’s a rescue.', then the trigger 'I rescued her.” Really?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Give me a break. Jesus Christ, you’re 35 years old playing hide-and-go-seek. You’re living the dream. You’re living the dream. No time card, no taxes.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Give me a break. Jesus Christ, you’re 35 years old playing hide-and-go-seek. You’re living the dream. You’re living t...', then the trigger 'No time card, no taxes.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

You’re just standing up. You’re like, “Ahh, my feet.” You go to lean on something. “Ahh, my arm.” Even, like, blinking, like, air hurts.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'You’re just standing up. You’re like, “Ahh, my feet.” You go to lean on something.', then the trigger '“Ahh, my arm.” Even, like, blinking, like, air hurts.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Is it going down?” Look on their face. I don’t know how you do it. How do you wake up every morning brushing your teeth?

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Is it going down?” Look on their face. I don’t know how you do it.', then the trigger 'How do you wake up every morning brushing your teeth?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I don’t know. Oh, it’s all true, right? So I go down to the driveway, and I see the dog. It’s a beautiful dog.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I don’t know. Oh, it’s all true, right? So I go down to the driveway, and I see the dog.', then the trigger 'It’s a beautiful dog.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

No, that’s what it is. So there’s just this tornado of, like, misinformation.

Bill BurrLET IT GO(2010)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean13 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'No, that’s what it is.', then the trigger 'So there’s just this tornado of, like, misinformation.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Stava imparando come mettere insieme i pensieri. Come arringare le folle. Qualcuno avrebbe dovuto arrivare… Gettare alcune caramelle per terra in modo da farlo cadere.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Stava imparando come mettere insieme i pensieri. Come arringare le folle.', then the trigger 'Qualcuno avrebbe dovuto arrivare… Gettare alcune caramelle per terra in modo da farlo cadere.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

E in un primo momento lei mi colpì in questa zona. Il che è accettabile, giusto? È una vacanza, non roviniamola, cazzo!

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean22 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'E in un primo momento lei mi colpì in questa zona. Il che è accettabile, giusto?', then the trigger 'È una vacanza, non roviniamola, cazzo!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ma questo non significa che io odio i piedi e non li voglio nel mio quartiere. Significa solo che non mi piacciono quelle cose.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ma questo non significa che io odio i piedi e non li voglio nel mio quartiere.', then the trigger 'Significa solo che non mi piacciono quelle cose.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Anche quelli mi sembrano ridicoli. Deve sempre esserci una sorta di lezione in quei film… “Non c’avevo mai pensato prima!” Perché non succede mai!

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Anche quelli mi sembrano ridicoli.', then the trigger 'Deve sempre esserci una sorta di lezione in quei film… “Non c’avevo mai pensato prima!” Perché non succede mai!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Senza alcun motivo… Di veder persone che mangiano su un tavolino all’aperto divertendosi… e di aver voglia di buttar via tutto il loro cibo?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Senza alcun motivo… Di veder persone che mangiano su un tavolino all’aperto divertendosi… e di aver', then the trigger 'voglia di buttar via tutto il loro cibo?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Appena ho visto quella scena, una parte del mio cervello ha pensato: “Cosa accadrebbe se arrivassi e chiedessi: ‘Signora, sono questi i suoi muffins?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutiondialogueclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Appena ho visto quella scena, una parte del mio cervello ha pensato: “Cosa accadrebbe se arrivassi', then the trigger 'e chiedessi: ‘Signora, sono questi i suoi muffins?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Stai dicendo che non possiamo essere scienziati”. Non è vero. Sto solo dicendo che se ci fosse una gara verso il microscopio, voi stronzi vincereste.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Stai dicendo che non possiamo essere scienziati”. Non è vero.', then the trigger 'Sto solo dicendo che se ci fosse una gara verso il microscopio, voi stronzi vincereste.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Se su un autobus ci sono 30 persone normali, un pazzo può prendere in ostaggio l’intero bus. Sei seduto lì… Tutto va alla grande.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Se su un autobus ci sono 30 persone normali, un pazzo può prendere in ostaggio l’intero bus.', then the trigger 'Sei seduto lì… Tutto va alla grande.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Dovreste picchiarvi l’una con l’altra, una volta ogni tanto. Così, dal nulla, tirare un pugno in faccia ad una vostra amica. Vi farà bene.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Dovreste picchiarvi l’una con l’altra, una volta ogni tanto. Così, dal nulla, tirare un pugno in faccia ad una vostra...', then the trigger 'Vi farà bene.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sei seduto davanti alla TV, urlando: “Come possono perdonare tutti questi amministratori? “Oh, il nuovo McRib! Lo voglio provare cazzo!” E ti abbuffi… Comunque, sì.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sei seduto davanti alla TV, urlando: “Come possono perdonare tutti questi amministratori? “Oh, il nuovo McRib!', then the trigger 'Lo voglio provare cazzo!” E ti abbuffi… Comunque, sì.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ogni uomo ha una linea, e se supera quella linea gli arriva un cazzotto in faccia. Ma per le donne la linea non esiste.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ogni uomo ha una linea, e se supera quella linea gli arriva un cazzotto in faccia.', then the trigger 'Ma per le donne la linea non esiste.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ma, in quanto psicopatico funzionale, non solo non lo fai ma analizzi quel pensiero: se lascio la mia mano qui, nessuno sa chi sono.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ma, in quanto psicopatico funzionale, non solo non lo fai ma analizzi quel pensiero: se lascio', then the trigger 'la mia mano qui, nessuno sa chi sono.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Avete mai conosciuto qualcuno, che appena dopo avervi incontrato, pensa di sapere tutto di voi?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionone-linerclean15 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Avete mai conosciuto qualcuno, che appena dopo avervi incontrato, pensa', then the trigger 'di sapere tutto di voi?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“Io cerco di dribblare gli avversari”. Stanno pensando: “È un supereroe! “Dovrebbe avere un mantello svolazzante nel vento, con una grande S sul petto…”.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“Io cerco di dribblare gli avversari”. Stanno pensando: “È un supereroe!', then the trigger '“Dovrebbe avere un mantello svolazzante nel vento, con una grande S sul petto…”.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“A partire da domani, se avete una pistola, sparategli in faccia, cazzo! “Fate quello che dovete fare, quel tizio è fuori controllo!” No, è fantastico.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“A partire da domani, se avete una pistola, sparategli in faccia, cazzo!', then the trigger '“Fate quello che dovete fare, quel tizio è fuori controllo!” No, è fantastico.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Leggiamo il retro della confezione per un po’. È ancora lì? Non voglio guardare. Ho guardato l’ultima volta. “È il tuo turno di guardare.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Leggiamo il retro della confezione per un po’. È ancora lì? Non voglio guardare. Ho guardato l’ultima volta.', then the trigger '“È il tuo turno di guardare.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Si stanno inventando tutto? Non voglio fare il coglione nemmeno in merito a questo argomento, ok? Giusto per chiarire.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean19 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Si stanno inventando tutto? Non voglio fare il coglione nemmeno in merito a questo argomento, ok?', then the trigger 'Giusto per chiarire.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Devo mettere la testa a posto. Sono davvero ad un punto critico della mia vita. È vero, dico sul serio. Sono uno psicopatico, cazzo.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Devo mettere la testa a posto. Sono davvero ad un punto critico della mia vita. È vero, dico sul serio.', then the trigger 'Sono uno psicopatico, cazzo.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sono orgogliosissimi: “Abbiamo cinque figli, che a loro volta hanno cinque figli a testa”. “Già, e nessuno di voi ha fatto un cazzo nella vita!

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sono orgogliosissimi: “Abbiamo cinque figli, che a loro volta hanno cinque figli a testa”.', then the trigger '“Già, e nessuno di voi ha fatto un cazzo nella vita!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Poi gli esplode un ginocchio. Gli altri otto tizi neri volano fino al traguardo… Dov’è quel tizio alle prossime olimpiadi? È nella cabina di commento.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Poi gli esplode un ginocchio. Gli altri otto tizi neri volano fino al traguardo… Dov’è quel tizio alle prossime olimp...', then the trigger 'È nella cabina di commento.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ci son ramoscelli e maccheroni. È una schifezza. È un tavolo di schifezze. Ma a lei piace: “Oh mio Dio, questi oggetti sono così eccentrici!”.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ci son ramoscelli e maccheroni. È una schifezza. È un tavolo di schifezze.', then the trigger 'Ma a lei piace: “Oh mio Dio, questi oggetti sono così eccentrici!”.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Lo so, fa male. Non puoi sentire il naso, le tue orecchie fischiano, ma vi sgombrerà la mente, così sarete costrette a valutare voi stesse.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Lo so, fa male.', then the trigger 'Non puoi sentire il naso, le tue orecchie fischiano, ma vi sgombrerà la mente, così sarete costrette a valutare voi s...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Non sarebbe fantastico? Tre persone nascono ogni secondo, mentre una sola persona muore. Quindi se non sta nascendo nessuno qualcuno è appena morto, giusto?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Non sarebbe fantastico? Tre persone nascono ogni secondo, mentre una sola persona muore.', then the trigger 'Quindi se non sta nascendo nessuno qualcuno è appena morto, giusto?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Avete visto le olimpiadi? Io amo i 100 metri piani. Ci son sempre nove tizi neri, ed un pesce fuor d’acqua bianco in corsia otto.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Avete visto le olimpiadi? Io amo i 100 metri piani.', then the trigger 'Ci son sempre nove tizi neri, ed un pesce fuor d’acqua bianco in corsia otto.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Lasciate che vi chieda una cosa. Quanti di quei film del genere “I bianchi sono malvagi” hanno intenzione di fare? Siamo arrivati fino al nuoto.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Lasciate che vi chieda una cosa. Quanti di quei film del genere “I bianchi sono malvagi” hanno intenzione di fare?', then the trigger 'Siamo arrivati fino al nuoto.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Distribuisci un po’ di biglietti omaggio e si presentano tutti. “Questo tizio spacca! Mi piace!” È bello essere di nuovo qui a New York.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Distribuisci un po’ di biglietti omaggio e si presentano tutti. “Questo tizio spacca!', then the trigger 'Mi piace!” È bello essere di nuovo qui a New York.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Doveva percorrere interi stati, con dei cani che lo inseguivano, saltando ostacoli, nuotando… Quelli erano i primi triatleti, cazzo! Non c’era nessuno ad aiutarli.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Doveva percorrere interi stati, con dei cani che lo inseguivano, saltando ostacoli, nuotando… Quelli erano i primi tr...', then the trigger 'Non c’era nessuno ad aiutarli.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Te lo dico io come va! “Questi dannati messicani continuano a venire in questo paese per rubarci i lavori!” Immediatamente, tutti i clienti: “Oh, M&Ms!

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Te lo dico io come va!', then the trigger '“Questi dannati messicani continuano a venire in questo paese per rubarci i lavori!” Immediatamente, tutti i clienti:...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Se ci fossero 30.000 persone al mondo, tutti potrebbero guidare il proprio carro armato. Potresti guidare un carro armato, gettando rifiuti tossici dalla torretta.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Se ci fossero 30.000 persone al mondo, tutti potrebbero guidare il proprio carro armato.', then the trigger 'Potresti guidare un carro armato, gettando rifiuti tossici dalla torretta.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Cambia canale!” Poi negli anni ’80 c’è stato quel film sul football, poi quello in cui Cuba Gooding voleva fare il sommozzatore, vi ricordate?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Cambia canale!” Poi negli anni ’80 c’è stato quel film sul football, poi quello in cui', then the trigger 'Cuba Gooding voleva fare il sommozzatore, vi ricordate?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“Quello è Mike. Già, salva i ghetti. Eh, è quello che fa. “Io rimango spaparanzato a guardare ‘SportsCenter’ mentre lui è nei ghetti ogni weekend”.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“Quello è Mike. Già, salva i ghetti. Eh, è quello che fa.', then the trigger '“Io rimango spaparanzato a guardare ‘SportsCenter’ mentre lui è nei ghetti ogni weekend”.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Dico sul serio. Ho provato un completo, l’altro giorno, e l’ho sentita salire: “Fanculo, voglio conquistare qualcosa! “Voglio iniziare a dire alla gente cosa fare.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Dico sul serio. Ho provato un completo, l’altro giorno, e l’ho sentita salire: “Fanculo, voglio conquistare qualcosa!', then the trigger '“Voglio iniziare a dire alla gente cosa fare.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Non riesco più nemmeno a guardare la N.B.A. In ogni highlight, il bianco è messo così mentre il nero gli agita i coglioni in faccia.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Non riesco più nemmeno a guardare la N.B.A.', then the trigger 'In ogni highlight, il bianco è messo così mentre il nero gli agita i coglioni in faccia.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I pedofili, tendenzialmente, sono scheletrici, dovrebbero strozzarli con l’avambraccio e trascinarli… È solo una teoria, ragazzi, davvero. Non prendetela troppo seriamente. “Lo pensa davvero?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I pedofili, tendenzialmente, sono scheletrici, dovrebbero strozzarli con l’avambraccio e trascinarli… È solo una teor...', then the trigger '“Lo pensa davvero?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

E subito tutti: “Che cosa, che cosa?” Tutti impazzirono, come se non avessero idea di ciò che quel tizio stava dicendo. Guardate ‘Sport Center’?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'E subito tutti: “Che cosa, che cosa?” Tutti impazzirono, come se non avessero idea di ciò che quel tizio stava dicendo.', then the trigger 'Guardate ‘Sport Center’?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sta dicendo delle cose sensate!” Lo segue fino al parcheggio. Saltano nella sua El Camino. Ora sono in due! Io credo alla teoria della cospirazione.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sta dicendo delle cose sensate!” Lo segue fino al parcheggio. Saltano nella sua El Camino. Ora sono in due!', then the trigger 'Io credo alla teoria della cospirazione.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Nessuno di noi sa di che cazzo sta parlando, “per cui evitiamo di asportare parti dell’animale!” Naturalmente, in quanto femmina, doveva dimostrare che avessi torto.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Nessuno di noi sa di che cazzo sta parlando, “per cui evitiamo di asportare parti dell’animale!” Naturalmente,', then the trigger 'in quanto femmina, doveva dimostrare che avessi torto.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Mi piace ancora lo sport! “Eccola che arriva. Ehi, tesoro, come stai?” Sto cercando di imparare a scegliere le mie battaglie con la mia ragazza.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Mi piace ancora lo sport! “Eccola che arriva.', then the trigger 'Ehi, tesoro, come stai?” Sto cercando di imparare a scegliere le mie battaglie con la mia ragazza.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Va bene, ascoltate, ho esaurito il tempo a mia disposizione, siete stati divertentissimi. Vi ringrazio per essere venuti. Lo apprezzo veramente.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Va bene, ascoltate, ho esaurito il tempo a mia disposizione, siete stati divertentissimi. Vi ringrazio per essere ven...', then the trigger 'Lo apprezzo veramente.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sto dicendo che sei veloce. Questa è una cosa positiva, giusto? La gente si arrabbia: “Parli come se fosse tutto ciò che possiamo fare.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sto dicendo che sei veloce. Questa è una cosa positiva, giusto?', then the trigger 'La gente si arrabbia: “Parli come se fosse tutto ciò che possiamo fare.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Avete mai pensieri strani come quello? Pensieri violenti e casuali… Volevo dare una gomitata in faccia ad una vecchietta l’altro giorno. È stato incredibile.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Avete mai pensieri strani come quello? Pensieri violenti e casuali… Volevo dare una gomitata in faccia ad una vecchie...', then the trigger 'È stato incredibile.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sto dicendo che siete veloci. Il vostro camice svolazzerebbe nel vento… Io arriverei tre minuti più tardi, con crampi ovunque… “Cosa stai guardando, batteri?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sto dicendo che siete veloci.', then the trigger 'Il vostro camice svolazzerebbe nel vento… Io arriverei tre minuti più tardi, con crampi ovunque… “Cosa stai guardando...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Sono l’unico che pensa queste cose? Mi piacciono le cose assurde. Mi piace quando succedono cose pazze, tipo negli sport. Amo guardare lo sport.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Sono l’unico che pensa queste cose? Mi piacciono le cose assurde. Mi piace quando succedono cose pazze, tipo negli sp...', then the trigger 'Amo guardare lo sport.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ti da fastidio?” I bianchi sono gli unici a dire: “Perché voi non mangiate le mucche? “Branco di froci! “E perché indossi dei sandali?

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ti da fastidio?” I bianchi sono gli unici a dire: “Perché voi non mangiate le mucche? “Branco di froci!', then the trigger '“E perché indossi dei sandali?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Tutti parlano di pedofili e quel tipo di cose. Forse ce ne sono di più al giorno d’oggi. Forse è più facile, grazie ad internet.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Tutti parlano di pedofili e quel tipo di cose. Forse ce ne sono di più al giorno d’oggi.', then the trigger 'Forse è più facile, grazie ad internet.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“Devo star fermo qui “mentre tu rompi tutte le mie cose”. Dev’essere colpa mia. Litigo troppo spesso. Ho litigato con una ragazza l’altro giorno.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionstoryclean24 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“Devo star fermo qui “mentre tu rompi tutte le mie cose”. Dev’essere colpa mia. Litigo troppo spesso.', then the trigger 'Ho litigato con una ragazza l’altro giorno.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Ha preso un libro… “Ok. Lo dice proprio qui: “se fai sterilizzare il tuo cane, ha meno probabilità di essere aggressivo. Sei proprio uno stronzo.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Ha preso un libro… “Ok. Lo dice proprio qui: “se fai sterilizzare il tuo cane, ha meno probabilità di essere aggressivo.', then the trigger 'Sei proprio uno stronzo.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Possono continuare a starti addosso… Possono fare cose meritevoli di un suplex e rimanere sul luogo del delitto. Non hanno nemmeno la decenza di scappare.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Possono continuare a starti addosso… Possono fare cose meritevoli di un suplex e rimanere sul luogo del delitto.', then the trigger 'Non hanno nemmeno la decenza di scappare.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

“Realisticamente, abbiamo bisogno di ridurre quel numero di circa 300 unità, va bene? “A partire domani, se avete una pistola, sparate loro in faccia, cazzo!

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward '“Realisticamente, abbiamo bisogno di ridurre quel numero di circa 300 unità, va bene?', then the trigger '“A partire domani, se avete una pistola, sparate loro in faccia, cazzo!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

Lo tiri fuori e stendi il tizio. Tutti gli saltano addosso e poi lo legano. Poi gli tatuate “forse il prossimo Hitler” sulla fronte.

Bill BurrWHY DO I DO THIS(2008)
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Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'Lo tiri fuori e stendi il tizio. Tutti gli saltano addosso e poi lo legano.', then the trigger 'Poi gli tatuate “forse il prossimo Hitler” sulla fronte.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

I really hope all of you run into all those black people that you love so much here in Camden. I really hope that happens.

Bill BurrThe Philadelphia Incident(2006)
incongruity-resolutionsetup-punchlineclean25 wordssource ↗
Why it works (Comedy Stack analysis)

The setup points the reader toward 'I really hope all of you run into all those black people that you love so much here in Camden.', then the trigger 'I really hope that happens.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.

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