Bill Maher | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 124
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- Опубликовано: 12 мар 2022
- Real Time with Bill Maher hits its 20th year on the air next year. It’s been Bill’s vehicle to challenge, and often mock, politics of the day from a left perspective. But Bill’s one of those old school liberals you don’t see much of these days-an adamant defender of free speech and critic of wokeness.
With Russia and Ukraine news right now, we revisit President Trump’s presence on the world stage and his relationship with Russia versus that of President Biden. We’ll also discuss left wing media’s misinformation and dishonesty the last two years, and what it would take for Bill to vote republican
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This is 10000x better than having a useless audience applaud every 30 seconds.
Don’t do this. Bill is here. Don’t give people like him reasons not to be.
You mean his "progressive" audience i hope they all get what they put out against conservatives
@@swedishguyonyoutube4684 The only offensive bit is calling the audience useless. Other than that, critique the format. Bill's show is from a different time and culture, when long-form chats were impossible to broadcast successfully. But with podcasts? It is and always will be better, just like how sitcoms are bland without the laughing track and people willingly listen to free college courses and difficult literature.
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@@Undomaranel I appreciate that insight you provided.
Still don’t agree with him politically, but respect that he was willing to come and talk to Ben. Well done!
That is the idea friend! I a am a conservative and I approve this message.
Even tho he lied through his teeth half the time
@@jlove7723 Really loved this episode, especially when they tried to bond over sports👍🏾
I love me a good classic liberal. You can have a respectful conversation, disagree, and enjoy drinks together afterwards.
He’s been good the entire time during covid
One conservative, one liberal and both talking to each other politely - wonderful.
They are both Jews and that is why.
He's more of a centrist now....
As a non-progressive, middle of the road democrat, I think this type of discourse is so refreshing. I’ve always thought the two ideologies are, at heart, not too far apart. We share so many ideas in common yet we are only ever presented with the amplified differences. I appreciate Ben for having Bill on his show.
47:44 sums it whats wrong these days
I miss the days when everyone respected the opposite side of the isle. Never thought in a million years… I’d be coming to RUclips for my news. The mainstream media outlets are why everyone is at each other’s throats… 😥
Yes, clearly dialogue is the most important thing. Let's keep talking while nothing changes.
This sums up most of my opinions about politics. Loved this conversation.
@@Bluegrl77and don’t forget social media algorithms purposely suggesting content to make you angry because it’s what gets engagement
As a recovering drug addict and a fat guy, the issue with obesity in our country is the same issue we would have if the majority of our country was drug addicts. Addicts who aren’t ready to quit will lash out at any criticism. They blame every external factor that caused them to get fat/do drugs in the first place, but refuse to address the one thing they can control. And that is your own choices. Been sober for 2 years now and am down 80 pounds.
Congrats friend! I'm 5 years years sober from alcohol and pills. I'm down almost 100 lbs too! We can do this one day at a time.
Great Job ! 👏👏Keep it up!
More power to you for gaining control over your life. Congratulations.
You know what they say, "admission is the first step." If these loons could just admit they have a problem, a lot of this bs would simmer down.
Jesus can't always take the wheel, it's your car 👌
Respect to Bill for coming on a Conservative show to share his views and opinions.
He does it often, and brings on plenty of conservatives to Real Time as well. It's one reason I like him. He's not about tribalism and creating a liberal echo chamber. He's had Bannon on a few times and they are EXCELLENT (and civil) conversations!
By today’s standards Bill is a Conservative…he just won’t admit it. So nice to listen to him have a conversation without his audience clapping every 30 seconds when they hear something they agree with.
you respect a guy who compared Trump supporters to Sunni Muslims who support Saddam?
Isn’t that like normal?
Although I disagree with him on many things it's easy to see this man as a fellow American and not an enemy.
This is one of the finest interviews I've seen in a long time. Thanks to both of you for this.
Indeed 👌
As was said back in the day, "Solid Gold" programming.
This is a feep state shill interview.
It sets the stage for DeSantis.
If he wi s the primary, I'll vote for him.
However.
Teump, 2nd term.....will fire all of the swamp monsters.
His INTENT, and now with real power and planning, can save America.
Bill is deflecting the side effects of the jab.
So is Ben.
It isn't the jaaab.
Real conversation between two intelligent people...can't beat that
Lol that segway was epic. “Since we’re talking about your imminent death, let’s talk about life insurance.” That was awesome 😂
segue
@@JD-jr9nvthank you for your service
People disagreeing and yet letting each other talk without screaming or character assassination. Wonderful to see!
That's because they're both racist.
So anti-racism is exemplified by screaming at each other treating others w disrespect.
@@gr33dyglutton keep crying sjw
It is very refreshing
Maher wasn't character assassinating Ben, he for sure was character assassinating Republicans, Trump supporters and Trump, completely lying about their motivations and bringing up debunked lies in the news like they were factual. He's only just come round to understanding how bad the democrats are and have been, he's spent zero time on understanding how not bad the republicans are and have been. His get out card is Democrats are bad but the republicans are far worse. This was a waste of a talk, Ben let him get away with too much
THIS is what we need more of, two people respectfully disagreeing and have a civil conversation. I could have listened to this for another three hours. Great episode!
Sad think is that they almost touched the crucial point - that BOTH of them are responsible for the current atmosphere, but didn’t get there. They both made a bussiness of "owning the libs/dissing the conservatives", every Maher joke had to be more irreverent than the last one, they stirred the mutual hate and now they are sitting here like "hey, people are crazy, isn’t that fucked?"
But could bill handle that for another 3? He seemed jumpy at various topics. Specially when he was talking about Elon and mars, a topic he himself brought up, got mad about it, and you can see Ben laugh nervously trying to move forward with the topic but bill keeps it going. What a Dense mfer he is
Unfortunately the MSM preys on SHEEPLE’S EMOTIONS to help push their PROPAGANDA & no better way than FEAR!!
@@vitnemec8365 These days Bill spends fare more time criticizing the democrats on everything from their woke politics to their inability to to get the job done, etc.
No. That we need is Americans LOVE this amazing country, and no wishing see to collapse; just because he hate someone. Such a hypocrite.
It is so nice to see two people talk kindly and respectfully with each other when they do not agree on many topics. Excellent show!
That’s right
This is so rare to see! Almost in tears in how beautiful this is! An actual discussion!
There are million of hours of people talking on the internet to watch, but a real discussion is such a rare event XD
Two high energy personalities and technicians that come together to open up the "hood" on the western sports car and trying to diagnose whatever is wrong with the vehicle?
Tears? What a wuss.
Sat through this whole interview without a break happily. This is the kind of discussion that makes the world a better place. No hostility, but plenty of disagreement.
@@patrickmanning94 They disagreed on EVERYTHING Patrick. Bill and Ben are on complete opposite ends of the spectrum. This was very difficult for both of them to sit through but they did a great job being very professional about it.
@@costco_pizza nah they were pretty much on the same page about 2020, but it started to get a bit heated when they were talking about Trump's presidency
@@alexandregrand-pierre1981 yes that's when maher started to lie and prove he lacks the integrity to admit when he's wrong
@@npbeck89 I wouldn't necessarily say he lied, but it did seem a bit disingenuous, at least in my perspective. But a lot of leftists (and non leftist never trumper types too tbh) have an irrational hatred of DJT that clouds their judgment. It makes them believe any little thing they hear about him that reinforces their negative views of him, downplay any good he's done, twist everything he says into something bad, and then completely overreact if he sends a mean tweet, tells an off color joke, or so much as breathes wrong.
@@npbeck89 I mean if he agrees and promotes trump he knows he could get his show canceled and be de platform
Bill Maher and Ben Shapiro could start their own channel. This is the way that politics needs to work.
Oh , that’s an idea. I could see that being a great show. Rational discussion
100%
Shapiro/Maher 2024
I think they can bring each other closer to the middle also
Bro I came to the comments to say this, I would watch every episode
Bill is skeptical, smart, and eloquent. He's a calm, intelligent counterpoint to conservatism. We need more of him.
hes just wrong about like half the things he says lol
@@mini_mozzer That's a really big statement, he's been doing politics a long time. i encourage you to take half of the political statements he's mad and tell me why there wrong.
Yep! I knew with Ben doing the podcast Bill would play Mr. Nice guy . Normally on Bill’s podcast he acts a whole lot different. I think he knows Ben would eat him up if he attempts to get frisky. I still watch Bill’s podcast because he has some great guests. I just wish Bill would allow his guests to finish a sentence. If he would do that his podcasts would be so much better. Sorry Bill
@@ringo202 Well, one example is Bill saying Maga is somehow secret code for "make it white again". That is a complete fabrication from the left that he's just parroting.
I work with some legal immigrants who are pro-Trump. That issue is about legal vs illegal immigration - not about race.
(BTW - Did you know that Mexico's Southern border is MUCH more strict than the US Southern border? Interesting, huh?)
That said - I do kinda like Bill in general, even if I disagree with him on some things, and even if he's actually wrong about a few things.
He at least is capable of having a discussion. And he can be pretty funny.
I like Russell Brand for the same reasons.
I really enjoyed this interview / conversation.
@@mini_mozzer Meaning you disagree with half the things he says.
I'm a year late finding this but I really hope they did this again. One of the best shows I've ever seen ever anywhere. Bravo youtube. Please do this again and on a regular basis!
Me too!
What is THIS? Two grown men with differing opinions having a rational, respectful conversation? Clearly, a slip in the Matrix... I appreciate These kinds of conversations. Bless them BOTH.
dont worry you will see another black cat.
I'm a mid-40's Portland OR liberal who has been a big Bill Maher fan since the Politically Incorrect days. I share just about all the same views as him and, like him, I've been steadfast in my liberal views while the left has turned full-on mad with the woke nonsense. But I also subscribe to Ben Shapiro's channel here and a few other right-leaning channels that are rational and fact-based. I think the extreme right (ie people who think Trump won the election and that the war in Ukraine isn't even happening) and the extreme left (ie people who think math is white supremacy and 3rd graders should be taught that men can get pregnant) are both toxic. The rational sides on both the Republican and Democrat party really need to stop tearing at each other's throats and start talking to each other instead of yelling, and understand that BOTH sides are going to have to make compromises. That's how it works. Neither side is going to get everything they want. Compromise is a healthy thing in government, not a sign of being weak or capitulating on your principles. Really glad to see this conversation. Ben has been on Real Time w/ Bill Maher as a guest, as has Milo, Bannon and a number of conservatives. Hopefully people on the right start watching Real Time the same way liberals like me are now watching Ben. Real Time is not the Biden worship hour like many conservatives think it is. Both Ben and Bill's shows involve great fact-based discussions & debates, something missing from most other shows these days. This conversation is great. Even where they disagree, they keep it completely civil. This is how it should be. Not the AOC and Lauren Boebert types who are constantly saying over the top and absurd, kooky statements to get headlines & retweets. People in these comments are acting surprised Bill came on this show, but I'm not. Bill has never had a problem talking to Fox or any conservative media, and Bill repeatedly says he prefers doing stand-up comedy in red states over blue because of how easily offended liberals are nowadays. Hopefully this video shows conservatives who Bill really is, not the misconstrued caricature of him that the internet has created based on assumptions and mischaracterizations. Ok, done with this novel of a comment!
@@SS-gx7tg Very well said! I hope everyone who sees this comment listens to what Bill says at 26:10 ! I feel the exact same (and I also live in Portland OR!) When I go to dinner parties and backyard bbqs these days, most people I talk to are sick of the extremes on both the liberal side and the conservative side. Not to sound all kumbaya but we really are quite similar, regardless of political position. We shouldn't be so eager to snap at each other just because we have different ideas on what's good for America and our society. Talking to each other and having reasoned debate is not a bad thing. Sadly my own party thinks even talking to Republicans is akin to 'normalizing hate'. It's embarrassing. Bill is right, we haven't changed, our party has. It's the same on the right. I have lots of conservative friends and they're just as embarrassed by the nuts and shenanigans going on in their own party. I think reasonable Dems & Repubs feel ashamed and embarrassed at what their parties have become. I remember watching Trump vs Biden in 2020 and thinking how cringe it was that these were the 2 'best' candidates America put up for the top job.
he seems pretty butthurt about the Leftist Tears Tumbler, though…
@@Sam_T2000 Because that vernacular is part of the problem. He's not "butthurt", he's pointing out why those kinds of slogans aren't doing anyone any favors. Yes it's meant to be a joke, but at some point there's a time to stop joking and actually be serious.
"You ever see a fat 90 year-old?" That one got me Bill.
My mother in law… she’s probably here to outlive me
@@The_yeffy1 this is golden
An absolutely amazing display of civility, with candor and humor. Well done.
I am so glad I watched this. Two intelligent men having a rational discussion!
It's conversations like this that give me hope. Seriously.
Maher was always an Israel-firster, so yeah he gets along great with Shapiro
@@apnwu369 or both are much closer to be authentic & genuine ... and most are not ... and this is beyond tribalism of any kind.
I don’t think Bill understands he is a conservative. I think a lot of liberals are actually republicans but their hatred for trump makes them believe they are liberals. I get it trump is pretty nuts.
ya but the ads make me cringe
Just the fact he sat down with Ben shows he’s not a liberal.
“If I take my kids rioting, I’m okay. But if I take them to the park, I’m wrong.”🤣
Perfectly said!
Like someone should have told Demi Moore and Bruce Willis when going to parks in California, "make sure to watch out for used hypodermic needles". Their daughter was stuck with one, Lord knows what diseases she now has that will never go public.
Huh?
You guys are all we have left! Thanks so much for this inspiring collaboration. 180 000 died up in Canada last year of heart attacks and strokes! Smoking drinking and fast food? Sounds more like a corporation pandemic to me!
Ben, awesome interview, and kudos to Bill for making his arguments with civility. Leading by example is the best way to change people's minds. Take me for example. I disagree politically with Bill, but I am a fan of his for that very reason. He is 100% correct when he says that he hasn't changed. I know this because I have watched his shows from time to time dating back to the late 90s or early 2000s. The world has gone so far left, he is now being accused of being right-wing. That's how crazy the world has become.
Ohno, not the world. Your nation has gone so far right that even the middle has become way on the right and that autmatically makes the same left seen as more extreme. It's psychology. That's why even someone left of the middle like Bill is called right. And ineed both sides have become more extreme. None of this is good for your future,a nd it's up to you.
And again, don't confuse USA for the whole world
This is how you fix America! Having a civil conversation and showing respect. This was two adults talking! Well done Bill and Ben. I applaud you both!!!👏👏👏👏
I really thought this kind of Convo was not possible anymore
Bill Maher wanted a recession just to get people he dislikes out of office.
He's more of a lunatic than you think.
That's what you saw? So polite is more important than tough questions. I think these two just bullshitted us to draw in more customers to their platforms.
one group won't watch late night talk shows, the other group (in the audience) groans when they make fun of the president
@@Patriot3 is this whole thing softballs ? I just started it
The best Sunday specials are ones with people like Bill. Talking and having agreements, disagreements, and compromises.
Please… these idiots always claim we should compromise when they are in power. Listen to him while a Republican is in power and he is the screaming nut job. He is so blinded by his views he still believes half the bs the corporate media lied about.
Then again….. Ben believes some of them too.
@@skylanh4319 People don't change overnight, but he at least is willing to have open discussions about things and not be overly radical.
@@bryanjacobs9680 he is pandering to the audiance. He understands the buisness and is trying to get subscribers to his new podcast. He is not changing or even listening... he wants to influence you. That is his job and his life obsession. He is not trying to grow or change. He even said it multiple times. "I haven't changed". He made his fortune creating this problem and I will not support him making more money pretending he didn't have a part in it.
@@skylanh4319 I can see what you mean, but have you watched his latest shows on HBO? He actively goes after the radical left and as much as you may not be fond of the things he has said in the past, it's people like him that can reel in the radicals or even prevent a bunch from going radical in the first place. Who else on the left is going to have the cachet to do it?
@@bryanjacobs9680 I don't want them to be reeled back. I want the leaders like Bill disgraced and held accountable. Nothing the left has pushed in the last 30 years is good for our country, society or humanity in general.
Thank you Ben and Bill for having a mature respectful conversation on various topics. I learned a lot and have more respect for both these people going forward.
Bill Maher is a wonderful example of classical liberalism which has been misportrayed and misunderstood by many on the right. This a good example the critical thinking and real conversation we need in this nation.
And classic liberalism is being trashed, mocked, ridiculed by the woke left. Maher is 100% right about the media afraid to call out obesity. Many now in the media promote the woke idea that addressing obesity is racist, bigoted and bullying
Sadly classical liberalism is dying in the democrats party
“I’ve never seen the left talk about fleeing to another country.”
What about literally every celebrity who suggested they’d move to Canada when Trump was elected?
That and suggesting Trump is a threat to democracy unlike the democrats.
Remind me who conjured the Russiagate hoax in an attempt to subvert his election, who was trying to pack the court, who spent four years saying "not my president" with no evidence of cheating, and who cheated Bernie out of the primaries twice?
Tbh if you consider the preliminary steps to an election, literally every election is rigged. Your choices are pre-approved by either of the two parties and anyone who threatens their hegemony enough is just kneecapped instantly, the news is propaganda on both sides which nullifies the concept of "informed voters", and gerrymandering is a thing both parties do.
Besides, the US rigs elections for other countries to prop up puppets loyal to the west (Ukraine, anyone?) so I don't know why we think it's beneath our deep state to do it here.
don't forgot how that m0ron hypocrite Bill somehow forgets that there are millions of dolts hating on this country all over, every day lol.
THIS IS WHAT I WAS THINKING!
Name 5
Exactly - 💯
I respect Maher because he's actually consistent about free speech.
free speech? by trying to control the narrative is free speech? and shaming those who dont fall in line??.. you forgot idk less then a year ago???
trump never conceded. ok let me know when Hilary did.. oh and Stacy Abrams.. dont forget about that. or how till this day no Russian interference, but they have arrested people for voter fraud during the 2022..that respect huh
free speech? ok like how all he did was blame trump for what he said, and pushed for media to silence a sitting president??like that free speech??
i could go on this guy was just here to virtue signal.. this was a joke.. the irony of this makes my skin crawl
@Rej it’s not atleast half, it’s like 5%, but that 5% is incredibly loud 😅
@@swaggitypigfig8413 It's a very loud top and a very loud bottom that makes up that 5% though. The top use the bottoms as "grass roots" perspectives and put it on their "news outlets" and yes, the right talking heads also hold the megaphone button on it as well. But that leaves any rational leftists completely out of the conversation - Period. And that's why you guys are suffering (I'm assuming you're leftist) Gotta start to speak up within your own party. We're the bad guys we can't convince your team you're/(and by extension we are) losing.
Bill Maher wanting to know Ben Shapiro as a person is super endearing, and I think his impulse about what connects us and what divides us (daily human stuff / political opinions) is really helpful. Great conversation. Showed me a different side of Maher. I don't remember hearing him so irenic before.
Ironic
Props to both for being an example on how to discuss hot topics between 2 sides
This is what America needs. Actual conversation. Good on him for sticking to his views, but willing to talk to a different stance. Our up and coming generation could learn a lot from this.
This is what humanity is all about.
Informed conversation is the backbone to democracy.
@@purplespeckledappleeater8738 but exactly what the democrats are completely demolishing. They go straight for violence, censoring and vilifying anyone who disagrees with their viewpoints and that’s why we are where we are today.
This is what world needs, especially when there is so much propaganda on social media
The new generation could learn a lot from it, but so could the old ones.
Old and middle aged Dems, particularly the women, do some of the loudest screaming.
@@TerpTheBandit 100 percent.
An Intellegent conversation ! Enough said !!! World leaders should learn from this !!!!!!!
A masterclass for politicians: do not lie, demonize and smear. Use arguments on content.
show me a prominent republican who conducted his/her campaign based upon that principle. be specific. name names.
@@tracyavent-costanza346 John Mccain but they don't make 'em like that anymore
@@danielmiller9012
mccain was a legit war hero but the rest of his exploits seem a bit inflated. he's gone now so I can't really verify the stories with him. he did seem to be more or less a solid kind of guy who admitted that in his earlier days he had been a bit iffy.
Bill Maher and Ben Shapiro having a conversation without calling each other names shows that total opposites can CHOOSE to have a conversation about anything they disagree on. The problem with most Americans is that they CHOOSE not to have that conversation and attack character. So sad. Really enjoyed this Sunday Special! Thanks Ben!
Idk if they are total opposites anymore. Maher seems to hate a lot of the woke crap too now by how it evolved.
Have you watched Mahers show? He's blatantly two faced. He will come on this show and be honest about transgenderism then go on his show and call Prager a liar for saying people on the left are saying boys can be girls and can menstruate.
If the man would be intellectually honest he would be a lot more interesting and entertaining.
Idk, I see this as the editorial whitewashing of the rhetoric over the past two years on either show. Let's sit down, have an adult conversation, show how civilized conversations looked like - after two years of monologs, one liners, laugh tracks and incessant polarization exasterbated by both. And they'll both return to their respective core audiences and continue seamlessly.
Yeah, especially online. Everyone calling liberals commies or republicans Nazis. Lotta people seemingly have a very little knowledge of how the political system works but they'll die on that little hill if you happen to disagree or especially if you try to explain something.
@@ILikeFreedomYo It's sad, because I think Bill Maher just sees he could have a bigger market if he appealed to conservatives. People say Maher is unusually open minded, but I get the impression that it's only true, because he goes where the money is.
I'll give him props for actually coming onto your show. There aren't too many on the left that would do that these days.
That's because he's moderate not left.
@@chellesimmmy2137 He's still left, no matter where on the left you put him. And it's pretty sad that someone like him is now considered "moderate left."
Andrew Yang, Eric Weinstein, and Sam Harris all appeared on this show. But yes, the list is shorter than it should be.
Bill is definitely more middle than left…. if not sliding slowly to the moderate right 👏love Bill🕊💚
@@sunflower-oo1ff As he says, which I agree, he hasn't changed the left has.
Loved this! Just watched it for the 2nd time because you guys conversed exactly as we all should! Your honest openness went deep, but you never got thin skinned & laughed together easily. Beautiful to see!❤❤❤
This was a pleasure to listen to. Neither of them sticks to political ideology they are associated with, instead they both use reason, sincerity and politeness. I could listed to this conversation for much longer.
As much as I enjoy BOTH of these guys, BY FAR, the best part of this is Bill Mahr’s reaction to Ben’s sponsored commercials.
I've always thought this must be hilarious, Bill got it!
We're all laughing with him!
Correct. Ben's rapacious greed for advertising dollars pushes him to make these embarrassing segues. He deserves to be mocked.
@@prometheusrex1 Well, that escalated quickly lol
Been waiting for a guest to provide cometary on them.
All the other ones are too polite.
This is how political differences should be discussed, civilly! Kudos to both of you
Unfortunately "civility" is dead in this country!!
This is why it's impossible to deal with the woke.
No not really. Cuz if we would have just divided a long time ago we wouldn't have to deal with this horseshit we have today.
@@Tusc9969
You’re so full of crap !!!
See what I did there
@BenShapiro , It's been 11 months and time to make it happen. This is by far my favorite podcast you've ever done. And at the end of it Bill Maher invited you to join him on his podcast. Now, I can't be the only one who was looking forward to listening to that podcast. Especially because of the format in which he wanted to center said conversation. He said, "I'd like to have you on to get to know the real you" and then followed up with examples of a few personal questions. Which, in turn, made me realize I've seen countless hours of conversations you've had and although I may know your political views, I don't really know who you really are.
I searched on Google and RUclips to see if that specific podcast ever happened and didn't find any results. It's entirely possible that podcast did in fact happen and I just can't find it. But in the case that it didn't happen, I think a lot of your followers would enjoy hearing a good sit down conversation like that.
Also, I'm not stupid, it is a very high probability that you will not read this comment. Mainly due to the fact that I'm sure your notifications are either turned off OR they're not but there are far too many to read them all.
Having said that.... I don't give a shit, it's still worth a shot lol
Annnnnnndddd, after I posting this, I noticed that the @ symbol didn't seem to show any indication of actually tagging your channel. Thanks for all the sweet up-to-date features RUclips 😑
Hey man you tried 😅
@@FrozenPantiezzz I know right!
I’d also like to see this. I don’t agree with Maher on most of his politics, but at least he seems pretty informed and can defend most of his viewpoints, at least to a degree. He isn’t a malicious liberal, in my opinion, just a bit of a naive one. I think most liberals and conservatives have most of the same concerns, we just differ on how to solve our problems. Either way, if every liberal was like Bill, confident in their views, and willing to elaborate on them, I think we could more easily find common ground, and America would be a much better place. I don’t mind disagreeing with someone, so long as they’re informed and their opinions are well thought out, it’s the blatant lies, misinformation and blind indoctrination I see on the left that I have a problem with. And does it exist on both sides? Sure. There are ill-informed republicans who also can’t defend their views and resort to name calling, but it just seems SO much more prevalent on the left. Most conservatives seem willing to change their opinions if you show them proof of something, while most liberals can look at the proof point blank, and still deny it. Or worse, refuse to even look at the proof, because it might shatter their delicate worldview. It’s pretty disheartening to see people so stuck in their ways that they won’t even consider alternate views or evidence that suggests they might be wrong. It’s incredibly dangerous what’s going on in this country politically. We seem to be sliding toward civil war, or even outright dictatorship. We really have to defend our 2nd amendment rights at all costs.
This is something we need more of. We’re all Americans and can bond over similar cultural experiences. I respect Ben as a fellow Star Wars fan.
Marvin.... I hate to tell you. StarWars died after Return if the Jedi
So much more of this. Bill's willingness to do this and his civility is a pinprick of light in a world of darkness between different views.
i cant help but to agree with that statement,and I'm not afraid to speak my mind, rude or not !..... but you got my respect!
Well said!! 👍
I was in shock when I seen this had been posted lol. I expected the Trump portions to go much worse than they did, but A1 civility by both sides.
@@rikrox , really I thought he was being quite partisan. Basically called all trump supporters racists because they bought into the slogan “make America Great again”, which Bill then says “we all know it really means make America white again and we all know that’s what they all want”. So labelling your political opponents as racist which he did a few times in this interview is not being civil and right at the end he says “why can’t we disagree on stuff and still get along and be friends”. Sorry Bill you can’t do that when you’re calling the opposite side racist and constantly bashing anyone who voted for Trump. I definitely agreed on his views on Covid but that was about it and the rest he was mostly just being an ignorant prick.
civility? HE WANTED TO CRASH THE ECONOMY CAUSE ORANGE MAN BAD!
Never been a real fan of Maher, but he occasionally says rational and factual things. And even more so recently.
This type conversation between two people on opposing political sides is refreshing. 30-40 years ago you could actually find these conversations in mainstream media.
Hes so right and so wrong on many topics, still a good guy though. He still needs to learn a bit more on some of the topics covered. He was certainly way off on Bitcoins energy usage being poor… does it use more then Finland? Yes. This is a country of 5.5 million lol. The global banking system uses close to 300 Terawatt - hours….. again 4-5 times the amount used in bitcoin mining. Gold mining is also just under 300 terawatts - hour…. Silver is close to that number as well. Video games 35 terrawatt-hours of energy. And in addition to all that we see green initiatives being used by large pockets of the bitcoin mining community. And on top of that it’s a continually changing field where new tech that focuses on that exact issue is implemented. Let’s take bitcoin out of it…. Blockchain technology is extremely promising.
That is so true .. and if MSM start carrying two sides (or three or four, etc) of the story .. we might be on the right path again .. but I ain't holding my breath ..
He was always a good stand up comedian.
@@dendradwar9464 Under Reagan, the Fairness Doctrine was removed from media. Since then, echo chambers have taken over. First FOX, then CNN, now it seems to be most everywhere - especially in 'new media'. Even when news/pundits pretend to 'show the other side', they rarely do so with any opposition that is informed or is allowed to say much.
@@McFaddenWasRight you ain’t lying.
This was a fantastic interview. Two people of opposing political views having a classy conversation and realizing they're really more similar on certain issues than you would expect them to be. Well done!
When the normal Right meets the normal Left…. A really good conversation for anyone to watch and learn from on both sides 👍🏻
this was the best "left/right" conversation ive ever heard. Its so nice when people can talk like adults without insulting each other. Great debate, and overall they seem to be friends. which is awesome.
It helps that they’re both educated, intelligent men and aren’t part of the crazy side of their respective “teams.”
You see these conversations all the time on the right. If you are on the left and talk to the right you will get destroyed by your fellow lefties. Lefties rarely have folks from the right on their shows.
@@staciepaul oh yeah for sure. I work in a high school, I swear I'm the only right side minded person there and it's like I'm shunned for thinking differently. Lol
This is exactly how you're friends are supposed to be. Don't agree on everything but have level headed conversation and listen to the other view. The fcuk happened to this in common society?
@@mattcat234 The left friends I had unfriended me after the 2016 election. They shut the door.
I'll give Bill credit for calling out obesity. He's absolutely right, at least on that point.
Yes, everytime I hear from my family about somebody pass away because of Cov19, every single person had a illness, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart problems, most of them diabetes. And that prove my point every time they started looking at me like crazy by not wanting to take the vaccine.
@@duranelida1 it’s because people don’t want to take personal responsibility for their current situation. Sad but true.
Bill is right on that but he is poorly informed on the power the banking system consumes and the power bitcoin consumes.
I'd call out close family members about the downsides of obesity and welcome some criticism if I was heavy too but I'll never call out strangers I don't even know over their weight it's not worth the hassle and it's none of my business.
I believe it was the American Psychological Association that release a study that the average American gained 30 pounds during the lockdowns. I would venture that fewer people would have died had we done nothing at all.
Great show. It is heartening to see a civilised discussion between two bright adults.
Two professionals who are at opposite ends of the spectrum having an intelligent conversation with disagreements without the anger, without the cancel and without hate, mutual respect. The most refreshing video on the internet, and a clear understanding what is seriously wrong with social media today. We can disagree without lashing out and wishing the death (or worse) of someone we do not have a common ground with on topics. I do not understand the hate, the vile disturbing hate in todays society, I do not agree with most of Bill Maher's stances but he has my utmost respect. Well done gentleman..12 stars
This is the kind of thing that could save America. If everyone adopted this same approach to political discourse, America would be healthier for it. But no we've just gotten more and more divided in these supposedly United States and it went from disagreement to resentment to hatred and now a lot of people think it's going to turn violent.
Yeah well, you have a bunch of liars running for president and it's the moderators who let them lie. It's the candidates who are left to interrupt, name call and scream at them during their lies. If the moderators would hold the "leaders" accountable, then those with grounded morals might have a chance to have a grown up conversation like this. I disagree with Bill's perspective on some of this as well, but also can appreciate that he's not forcing it as the right perspective, just his well thought out perspective.
@P. Cameron I do think we're heading toward a civil war basically. But not everyone will participate in it, regardless of how strong their political opinions are. I think it will resemble the "civil war" in Ireland where basically it resembled terrorism more than anything else. Assassinations of political figures, bombings in public areas, etc. The main problem in America is there are corrupt media organizations who went from sort of representing both sides, to resembling only one side, and all the information people get is politically charged on top of being biased. Most people only get their information from the side they're bound to agree with and neglect other viewpoints and opinions and then the information is tailored to make them hate the other side more and more over time. This has been ramping up and going like this for the past few decades. The news companies are making a fortune doing things this way but it's destroying the fabric of the country. I do think it could be as soon as this November for the midterm elections OR it could be after the next presidential election. Fortunately, I think the side more likely to engage in violence are the Republicans and I think they're going to win in November as well as 2024 because Biden and Kamala are so bad. If they lose somehow, though, I do think the Republicans are going to start beating the drums and we'll start seeing violence far worse than anything we ever saw during the insurrection of January 2021, which was basically an attempt at a coup of sorts.
Those idiot dems don’t get it - just because we Republicans don’t like immigrants and blacks and the lessor races doesn’t make us racist. We are not racist - we just don’t like immigrants and they happen to be not white .
Opposite ends of the spectrum? Yeah, right; if the spectrum spreads from far-right to the centre.
Huge applause to Bill Maher for coming onto this show. I know where he draws the line in the sand and for him to still come on this show is very classy.
@Michael Troina Bill Maher isn’t a left radical.
Bill is the old kind of Democrat I don’t really mind. He’s willing to talk and actually have a debate. He isn’t sitting here shouting Ben down. That alone means he isn’t a leftist radical. He’s wrong on a lot of stuff, sure, but he’s not radical. He’s acting like a political “adversary” (though I think that’s a strong word) should.
Love you two, especially together! Great thinkers!
This is a charming and interesting conversation between 2 opposing ideologies. I love the OTS filming technique. It cinematically shows the respect they have for each other.
Bill & Ben, a conversation of ideas; this could be a thing we (the people) need on a regular basis now more than ever.
Is this the Bill Maher redemption tour?
Too late.
FBM
I don’t fully agree with Bill or Ben on their ideas of how we should approach life in our country but, I do share ideas on both sides. Compromise is required. I don’t think being “kind” or “unkind” matters. Not all things has to be a fight especially when the people (all Americans) are as diverse as our imaginations can comprehend. Give and take and then move on.
Amen to that
They would make a great show once per week or so.
No.
The fact that these two sat down and had a tactful and professional conversation is the example for all politicians to follow
The fact that you appreciate having a sane conversation between two people on different side of political spectrum shows what is wrong with the media today. It’s all about the divide and all of the media including Fox News is guilty of it.
The problem is even though guys like Bill and Ben have different opinions, they really want what's best for the country and that is something that both sides can respect. Politicians just want what's best for themselves or what will get them re-elected and unfortunately finding common ground is not how to get elected in our current system.
@@Contractor48 No debating that. Absolute truth.
When intelligent people aren't worried about being elected this kind of thing can and SHOULD happen. Politicians are too worried about votes and saying what their donors want them to say
That's why it will be immediately disregarded and Bill Maher will be considered a far right extremist now.
Thank you. A joy. gentlemen speaking TO each other.
This is one of the most hopeful, heart-warming videos I've seen in a long time.
Ben never fears having a polite conversation/debate with someone he disagrees with. A simple concept, but a rarity in today's world.
I love having a conversation with anyone and everyone. We absolutely don’t agree on everything but I still find it very pleasant. I don’t get frustrated, I just listen. Ben is fantastic at this. So glad I found this channel.
Always searching for the truth, Ben is a great American.
Bill Mahar is happy to see America torn apart by Russian collusion lies. He doesn't deserve to be heard until he admits he was wrong and apologizes. We're on the verge of civil war and there is no reason to make peace with arrogant traitors.
@@monkeywrench4169 I disagree with this outlook. America would sooner heal if we learned to accept that sometimes people will have strong disagreements and different viewpoints, even if they are wrong. Maybe he and others will never be able to swallow their pride and admit where they were wrong, however, allowing them to move forward with new viewpoints is essential in healing our division.
And the fact that Ben’s IQ is probably 50 points higher helps
It's heartening to see two men who are so far separated from one another ideologically able to not only navigate this conversation, but even share a laugh or two. Gives me hope.
Your country is literally on fire, man. Hahaha
Like people
@@darcyperkins7041 I assume only Americans watch conservative propaganda... at least for leisure. I think that's fair, don't you?
@@bender9222222222 🤡
@@scottdickson1473 I mean it's propaganda, but I'm not that serious of a person. I like to laugh at the headassary that goes on these types of programs! BUT FIRST!
ABSOLUTELY loved this!
On of the best and informative interviews I've heard in a long time.
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I'm a conservative. but I like Bill, he's a funny guy, and he speaks a lot of truth. It warms my heart to see him and Ben have an adult conversation even though they don't agree with each other. We need more of that.
💯% agree. There is a lot of common values between these two.
There’s nothing genuine about this guy bros.
He's the best of the worst.
Bill Maher is a russiagater. That lie will be the downfall of America. He needs to admit he was wrong. ASAP.
He is an arsonist who is sorry for someone getting killed in the fire he set. But not sorry for setting the fire.
Hitler did not kill millions with his hands. He killed them with his ideas. Never forget this
I really loved this episode. True example of the “Truth will set you free.”. In this case freedom from the woke mindset bringing a Liberal and Conservative together. Refreshing.
i just can't stand the ads tho. it makes me cringe when he just switches to adman right to a guest's face.
@@John-X Thats part of the ad contract. Shitty for sure though.
@@comradeeverclear4063 like i wish they would just make an actual commercial, anything would be better than *"BUT FIRST, lemme tell u about THIS random bullSHIT!"*
@@John-X it's nutty because the ads make the rules because they are the reason this all exists -- to make money and most of the time they dont take risks and go with whats trending on msm
I WAS JUST THINKING THAT! The truth will set you free! We don't tell truth to make people feel bad we talk about truth because it matters and it can better the world! Truth is often painful in the short term but so important in the long term.
Loved seeing you two together!!!
I admire Bill even more after watching this for his quick mind, sharp sense of humour, and critical thinking knowing this clip was not scripted as in his daily show.
He as a person is scripted.
The most compelling political conversation I’ve heard in I don’t know how long. This hour should be the model for how we begin to make change. Thanks to both of you.
Spot on!
@@laziboy009 you seem like a very hateful person.
Not sure about compelling either but it was cordial until Bill started to go off the rails re: Clinton's personal life. See my opinion if interested in another take.
@@laziboy009 It's compelling because of the hateful rhetoric and distain coming from the left is so disturbing; a casual and respectful convo has become compelling. Thank you to all the hateful leftists for making what used to be common rare and compelling.
We make changes by ridding ourselves of all Demonrats and the Dumbocrap party.
I’m a lefty and have long admired Shapiros ability to debate those he disagrees with and stay on topic, of course im a fan of Maher. If only all political discussions were this civilized. Maybe one day
If you are a “lefty” and a fan of Bill Maher, you have about 3-5yrs left before you too are exiled by the neolibs, hopefully you redpill, takes some longer than others.
I have no party allegiance, and don’t agree with republicans on almost 50% of topics. But the Democrats/ Libs and MSM have gone Bat$hit Crazy
@@teddydibiase4078 I think we have different ideals of what it means to be a traditional leftist. I’m not into Neo-Liberalism or any sort of far leaning punditry, for that matter. Nor do I prescribe to any sort of catch all terms like “red pilled”, which in my opinion is pretty silly and reductionist. I, like many others it seems, am just a dude with nuanced political views. Wouldn’t consider myself a “democrat” and disagree with almost half of their talking points much like you and many your conservative-leaning fellows. Once again I think you might have just assumed things based off the colloquial and commonly misinterpreted usage of the term “lefty”, because a neo liberal I certainly am not by any stretch. Respect though.
*ideas, typo. I’m sure there are others lol
@@indigocalx so here’s a question…..
You vote for Trump or Biden? If you didn’t vote, just pick one or the other based on what you know now.
I’m Canadian, so I voted for neither. But I definitely would have voted Trump.
Just curious, I like watching Maher too, wish he would have more conservatives on his panels though, at least one every show.
@@teddydibiase4078 I mean, I guess I’ll reiterate a point I stated earlier in that I personally am not into playing these two-party political binary thought exercises. I thought Trump was ridiculous as a leader for the most part, as clever as the dude is, although I will say there were a few times I had to tip my hat to the guy. Biden is pretty much a joke to anyone that is a fan of radical guys like Bernie, and while I agree with more of his policies that lean toward the left, I see him as not much more of a shill to neo-liberalism and/or corporate greed like Bush before Obama, or even Obama to a certain extent. So for all you should be concerned I voted for Kanye West, because I just really don’t think getting into a conversation where the basic starting point is “who did you vote for” is anything more than reductionist and disrespectful on an intellectual level. Glad you’re Canadian and would have voted for Trump, but I mean that doesn’t really tell me much about you other than your geographic location and some ultra vague political affiliation. I just don’t like the black and white thing to be honest man. But like I said, all respect.
This was a real pleasure to watch. So much mutual respect.
Great Episode...could really feel the mutual respect
I thoroughly enjoyed this productive conversation. We need much more dialogue like this in order to come together as a nation once again. Thank you Bill Maher and Ben Shapiro.
Yup, it's always nice when two liberals agree
Absolutely
"Earth is a time share." Fantastic way to remind us that we are mortal. I very much appreciate this conversation. Thank you, Ben and Bill. 🙏🏼💚🙏🏼
Loved that line!!
Momento Mori
Bills point about the younger generation caring more than they do is spot on. Celebrities are activists who jump on planes to get everywhere they go. Saying it is one thing-doing it is completely another. Regular folks have already sacrificed much more than them in most cases
if the plane is still going without you, you really have not saved much.
@@tracyavent-costanza346 i think he is talking about private jets.
@@MrChickennugget360
WRT "...i think he is talking about private jets..."
welp that would include my congress member since apparently that is how he gets to Washington. His own jet. I assume that he finds ways to charge the fuel to taxpayers.
This is a great interview. It’s nice to actually see a conversation.
This conversation was a masterclass in civility. More of this please!
It was quite wonderful considering those are the 2 people possibly at the top of each political party in America. Hope other people follow suit when talking politics (or like Bill suggested, talking other things!)
Something that needs to be taught as a primary subject in the education system, I think.
If only we had more Democrats like Bill or Conservatives like Ben, without the insatiable hunger for power on either side, there would be simply no boundaries on how wonderful America could become.
I think they would all need to be politicians. Just having people like that in the general public isn't going to change much. Our politicians are too intent on spending us into oblivion. Just having people who are nice and willing to talk isn't going to stop any of that.
@@timothytibbits7942 True, but those people can run for office. A general public with this type of education and civil courtesy can change a nation. A massive overhaul would be required, that’s why my comment was more of a hopeful rant.
@@Rualnys exactly Ron. Knowledge is of course power. I think that people are just, dissuaded by the intimidating life of politics.
At least in the current environment. Can you blame people???? I don’t know if I’d want to be a politician. I would love to be “the change I want to see in the world.” I’m a scientist, so I focus on that. The world is always evolving, but when it comes to politics, it will take a couple of REVOLUTIONARY figures (dare I say volodimyr Zelenskyy at this juncture? I feel that Ukraine is pretty widely supported) to show what it means to be a TRULY great leader. To lead the charge on the front of revolutionary understanding, debate, diplomacy, of SOLUTIONS. (I realize that zelenskyy hasn’t done that much on those fronts, but I find his devotion to his people quite inspiring).
And. Most. Importantly.
Keep conversating. Keep the conversation going. Don’t build walls. Build canals. Eat each other’s food. Share good music. Invite each other to peoples homes. Welcome others.
But keep talking
Remember u should talk. Shake the rust off.
Peace and love y’all ❤️
The sad thing is the majority of people on the right and left are tempered and reasonable. But between pundits, news anchors, influencers, and politicians the loudest, and most prolific talkers and tweeters are incentivised to go to the extreme, make the biggest splash,, are full of the most shit. Crazy people often have the largest mouths. And fair,, thoughtful, nuanced arguments are more difficult to throw around as single sentence dog whistles. giving both sides a fanatical facade.
You’re right! I just don’t understand why everything’s so divided. Can’t say Donald trump forever.
Fantastic interview- so polite on both sides, informative - great work
That was a very good, civil discussion.
Absolutely loved Bill cracking up everytime Ben tried to promote a sponsor's product😂
I don’t understand why he promotes during the show and not film it before or after 🤷🏼♂️
@@anthonymartin1521 he could also just played an ad they send him, but that's not fun ig 😝
@@anthonymartin1521 ngl, I like it this way lol
Because courting to the liberals gaurantees Maher's show a place on a major network and major corporate sponsors.
Shapiro had to secure his own financing, build his own media company, his own studio and has to work hard to secure sponsors to pay for it all. There aren't a lot out there willing to fund conservative shows.
You can't criticize him for working hard to pay the bills while you're here on youtube demanding to get everything for free and not bothering to pay for a subscription to his Daily Wire service.
Ben's superpower is keeping a straight face as Bill laughs uncontrollably at his sponsor promos 😂😂
It’s like - I am a capitalist and I make no apologies. Love it
We also need someone like Ben here. Then our right wing also gets stronger. Right now it's insane.
I've never sat through a RUclips video longer than 15 minutes until this one. Loved it!
This was a greart discussion and Mr. Maher is right, we need more people doing just that. Thank you gentlemen.
Bill Maher is the living embodiment of the phrase, "So close, but yet so far."
“The Bill and Ben show “ speaking the truth about facts
They totally should have an actual show together lol
In my country we had a great show with a right wing nationalist and a poet artist leftist..it was absolutely amazing so this should work also for Bill and Ben seeing they have great chemisty together and mutual respect...as an NBA fan i love to watch also Skip and Shannon killing themselfs because of Lebron cause on one hand you have biggest fanboy and other side biggest LeBron hater...formula works for sure
Agreed with everyone in this comment chain, Bill and Ben Show, I'd be into that. That should be a thing.
Bill and Ben show!!
Flobba lobba lob!😁
This guy reminds me of Kenny Bania. It's gold, Gerry, gold!
I could watch these guys all day. Why can’t politicians make their point and also find common ground this maturely. The humor doesn’t hurt either. You guys should do this on a regular basis.
Bill is about the only left media personality that I can listen to, he’s still wrong about key issues, but he can, like Ben ,call out the absurdities of their own party when they’re wrong
He is an evil, twisted degenerate. The fact that he's being outflanked on the left and muscled out of his industry changes nothing. He spent decades calling us every name possible and trying to destroy our way of life. He helped create the communist monster that assaults our people. Bill deserves nothing but to be cast out to the tender mercies of his monster.
@@thisisaname5589 - grow up, you absolute child.
Not really, for example he is not willing to see that Ukraine is Biden’s fault. He’s not able to see there’s no vote suppression from republicans, but rather democrats crying wolf because they refuse voter id because they want illegals to vote, and basically anyone in blue cities to vote multiple times if they want. He is still running with lies that have been debunked like Trump making fun of a disabled journalist, that maga means make America white again. etc. It’s crazy how some still chose to be that stubborn even with the current economic situation of the country.
Ben’s ability to keep calm and not refute every lie/answer/comment is to be admired.
@@yoylos3p he has called the dems out on their stupid gender narrative, like I said, he’s wrong on about 85% he says
@@thisisaname5589 Wow that's a lot of venom. I can assume you're a Christian?
A superb discussion. Perhaps you two could take this format on the road as a reminder of what civil discourse actually looks and sounds like. Nicely done gentlemen!
That's actually a fantastic idea!
Well said
I would go see that.
Fantastic idea👏👏
And funnily it is not even disturbing that they clash sometimes and interrupt each other - because in the end, it's ultimately respectful. Nice.
LOVED THIS! MORE BILL AND BEN MASHUPS!
I so enjoyed this. Two Gentlemen with opposing views having a Civil discussion. Thank You for it.
“I’m against death, I don’t care who knows it!” 😂😂😂😂😂 I disagree with a lot Bill has to say but he is funny! Thanks for the laughs!!
No matter which side you’re on, most of us want this kind of discussion from two intelligent people. I wish our politicians would take note from these guys! Good job.
THIS is how our country should be run. With pieces of both sides. Nothing down one side like it has been. The 2 party system has done nothing but waste time and money. Every election they spend their first years undoing what the prior party did.
Remember when Bill Maher said "Bring on the recession" if it would get rid of Trump? I certainly forgot till recently. He's part of the problem, he's part of the reason why the USA is in the state it's in. He was so convinced that Trump was going to destroy the country he actively wished for and encouraged the destruction of the country to save it.
@@laziboy009 Ben isn't a liberal in the meaning that people who program vomit what they hear. Bill is a Democrat. Ben is a libertarian aka liberal. Stop mixing up Leftists (aka Democrats) as liberals bc they're not malleable. Liberals are in the middle. They're the ones that won't scream at you if you don't agree with them. Democrats aka Leftists and Republicans aka right wings are on the far ends of the spectrum. You can be a conservative liberal.
@@laziboy009 I am a conservative libertarian and don't like most of Bills views. I also don't agree with a lot of what Ben says. But I think taking pieces of what both of them believe could be a happy medium.
@@laziboy009 Bill Maher is a liberal democrat and Ben Shapiro is a conservative republican. Yes, it is 2 sides and it is beautiful to see them both engaging in such an incredible discussion on the very real concerns in America today.
This is so great to see two people who have a lot of opposite opinions talk to each other with respect.
Great talk guys! I'm ~60% with Shapiro and ~40% with Maher. I bet you guys would be MUCH closer politically if you were to leave the authoritarianism behind you and support things like liberty and equality.
"Have you ever seen a fat 90 year old?"
man, that one caught me off guard. So true!
I know 1. The only one I've ever heard of. My gf's grandfather.
I laughed at first and then realized how true that statement is which is why comedy matters so much in today's hostile climate, it drives the important points home.
I’ve seen several. Not morbidly obese ones, no. But lots of them be fat.
True, but the the reality is, if you live to 90, you've hit the genetic jackpot and it's the reason why a person doesn't have the health issues others dies from at earlier ages in the vast majority of cases. Most people that are thin, are people who eat largely anything they want(to a degree), yet stay thin. That same genetics is also why they live longer.
But what is so great about being 90?
Honestly I think these two should have a permanent, weekly show together. Their discussions & debates are by far the most intellectual thing on television these days.
Is this show on TV now?
I'd like a rotating roster with Maher, Briahna Joy Gray, David Sirota, John Stewart, Chris Hedges, and Krystal Ball on the left. Ben Shapiro, Andrew Sullivan, Matt Walsh, Andy Ngo, Saagar Enjeti on the right, with Matt Tiabbi, Glenn Greenwald, Bari Weiss, Jimmy Dore, Richard Brand, Tulsi Gabbard, and a handful others filling in, in more moderate spots. Occasionally Tim Poole and Joe Rogan can stop by.
@@TheGnuisancev3 Krystal Ball is a dim wit. She rarely voices an opinion that is knowledgeable, logical, or principled.
@@Automedon2 i think the level of mutual respect would hold up over hard disagreements, yes
Sadly, they're both biased against trump.
Maybe trump should have a weekly show to balance it out?
If only Republicans and Democrats would seat together and have a civilized conversation like these two!
🎉I like Bill Maher better than I ever had!! Yea for his Voice, Thoughts and Perspectives!! And ALWAYS yeaaaaaaaa for BEN!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🤩
Refreshing to see such a diverse crowd on Ben's specials. He's really had everyone. This is where he does his best work. Not just yes men. Dialogue. Disagreement. Intellectual conversations. Statistics. Logic. More of this.
I agree, the general population should take notes and move back to this type of discourse. I miss the days of being able to (rationally) discuss critical issues with my neighbors, coworkers, clients and peers. Unfortunately everyone's a "know it all" and if you don't agree with everything they believe then you're magically an enemy in one form or another.
Wish Pelosi, Schumer, AOC or Ilhan Omar would go on his show
I want to see a diverse crowd but most liberals won't come on. I don't think it's been that diverse personally...
He was not pushing back hard enough though. A lot of people will leave this conversation thinking Ben doesn’t have backup for his counter arguments, as Mahar is better at appealing to emotion. It is important
@@blackisback74 yah as much as I don't like them, if they came on just for a discussion with an opposing view different then their own, I and many would respect them for it. But they won't.
No cursing, no attacks on either person's character, respectful to each other. I disagree with a lot of what Bill's views, but respect his desire to want to have solid conversations around big topics. Good for him. Hope Ben does go on his podcast. Why can't our government do this?
Because the political class focus on fomenting hate and strife in order to create cover for their legal plundering of society.
They don't want understanding, don't want problems solved, don't want people free to choose for themselves.
Except defending Bill Clintons character and how it had nothing to do with his place in office and bashing Trumps. I just do not like this guy at all.
@@rachelstephens3656 Yes, that was hypocritical of him. And he's definitely a lefty with a lot of traditional lefty fallacies and cognitive dissonance.
But he still seeks out discourse with and understanding of other people with radically different ideologies and viewpoints. And that is essential.
Anyone who disagrees with you in a sincere way, no matter how wrong they seem, has some good in them if they're willing to understand your views and help you understand theirs.
@@KAZVorpal It’s not hypocritical, comparing the two is a false equivalency. One was related to personal life, the other to political dealings.
@@ericanderson7346 You're saying Clinton's sexual assault and abuse of power is the one related to political life, right?