We found this post by Jason Egenberg on Substack this morning. This resonated with all of us here at YourCanna-Club and we wanted to pass it along.
George Carlin Told Us the Truth. We Chose the Bullshit
by Jason Egenberg
George Carlin didn’t predict the future—he just noticed it early. That’s what prophets do. And Carlin, middle finger raised, standing alone with a mic and the courage of his convictions, was more prophet than comic. A philosopher of the profane. A street-corner Socrates with a subscription to Hustler and a bone to pick with power.
In the annals of American comedy, few figures have wielded the scalpel of satire as deftly as George Carlin. With a career spanning five decades, Carlin was more than a comedian; he was a societal mirror, reflecting our hypocrisies, absurdities, and unspoken truths. Today, as we navigate a world rife with polarization, misinformation, and cultural tumult, Carlin’s voice resonates with a prescient clarity. His observations, once considered provocative, now seem like forewarnings we failed to heed. It’s imperative that we revisit Carlin’s work, not merely to appreciate his humor, but to recognize the enduring truths he illuminated and the courage he embodied in speaking them.
Read the rest of Jason’s article on Substack. Click HERE.
Watch the YouTube video below to experience Carlin’s genius.