61 episodes

Each week Michael Shafar weighs into the culture wars to offer unhelpful solutions.

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Each week Michael Shafar weighs into the culture wars to offer unhelpful solutions.

    Israel is Losing the PR War - Episode 61

    Israel is Losing the PR War - Episode 61

    The PR war is going so badly for Israel that Osama bin Laden is having a renaissance amongst Gen Z.
    Meanwhile, Michael celebrates the power of reality TV to rehabilitate the images of disgraced politicians and celebrities.
    Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X for exclusive content.
    Head to his website for tickets to his upcoming shows in Münich, London, Perth, Fremantle and more.

    • 43 min
    Israel, Palestine and the Problem with Boycotts - Episode 60

    Israel, Palestine and the Problem with Boycotts - Episode 60

    Michael explain how the BDS movement is helping Palestinian supporters to lose weight, makes the case for Israel to relocate to Western Australia and encourages people to stop burning down good burger stores.
    Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X for exclusive content.
    Head to his website for tickets to his upcoming shows in the UK, mainland Europe and Australia.

    • 45 min
    Merry Ham-mas! - Episode 59

    Merry Ham-mas! - Episode 59

    Michael reacts to Kmart inadvertently endorsing Hamas and celebrities signing  meaningless letters about the ongoing war.
    Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X for exclusive content.
    Head to his website for his upcoming live shows in Australia, the UK and mainland Europe.

    • 38 min
    Hamas and Israel’s PR War - Episode 58

    Hamas and Israel’s PR War - Episode 58

    Michael reacts to the news that Hamas has started to release hostages and weighs into which side is winning the PR war.
    Meanwhile, kids are being told they're not allowed to vape during their exams and a man tries to avoid paying a restaurant bill with an ingenious ploy.
    Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X for exclusive content.
    Check out his website for his upcoming live shows in Australia, the UK and mainland Europe.

    • 42 min
    Why Australia Voted No - Episode 57

    Why Australia Voted No - Episode 57

    Michael explains why Australia voted against the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
    Meanwhile, the war in Gaza continues, and Michael is impressed by influencers who have somehow found a way to make the conflict about themselves.
    Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube, and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.
    Head to his website for tickets to his upcoming shows in Narre Warren, Melbourne, Sydney and more.

    • 41 min
    Israel and Palestine - Episode 56

    Israel and Palestine - Episode 56

    Michael tries not to hurt his career too much by giving his honest thoughts on the latest war between Israel and Hamas.
    WARNING: This is the least funny episode of the podcast. If you'd like to laugh, check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube, and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.
    Head to his website for tickets to his upcoming shows in Narre Warren, Melbourne, Sydney and more.

    • 43 min

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