Alright comedy fans you know Bill Burr . The Boston-bred comedian is famous for not pulling any punches. He is opinionated he is loud and he is hilarious. Recently Burr sat down for an interview with NPR's Fresh Air and let's just say things got spicy. He unloaded on Elon Musk called him names and even managed to take a swing at liberals all in one go. Buckle up becaUSe we are diving into this Burr-nado of opinions.
Bill Burr Calls Elon Musk "Evidently a Nazi" in Fiery NPR Interview: No Holds Barred Comedy at its Finest
So Burr was on Fresh Air promoting his new stand-up special "Drop Dead Years". But naturally the conversation went way beyond just comedy specials. Burr started talking about the current climate in the US and well Elon Musk became a target pretty quick. He straight up called MUSk an "idiot" and then BAM the "Nazi" bomb dropped.
Burr was referencing that whole situation where Musk appeared to give a salute that looked a whole lot like a Nazi salute during Donald Trump's inauguration thing. Burr said "I just refuse to believe it was an accidental two-time Sieg Heil. And he does it at a presidential inauguration!" He is not holding back on his feelings about Musk to say the least.
But Burr wasn't done there. He went on to slam Liberals too. Why? Because he feels like they are not pushing back hard enough against guys like Musk. He said liberals have "no teeth whatsoever" and are just complaining instead of doing anything. In classic Burr fashion he joked about liberals threatening to leave the country over "one guy with dyed hair plugs and a laminated face" who makes "a bad car and has an obsolete social media platform." Tell us how you really feel Bill!
"Why I Hate Liberals": Burr's Rant Goes Beyond Musk and Targets "Toothless" Democrats and Hollywood "White Chicks"
Burr's rant on liberals was not just a quick aside it was a full-on comedic takedown. He questioned why liberals are "so afraid" of Musk and where is the pushback from Democratic politicians. He feels like they are just letting "neo-Nazis" take charge. Strong words coming from a comedian.
He even brought up "cancel culture" calling it a "phony ideology". Burr joked about liberals being quick to cancel comedians over jokes but not holding people like Musk accountable for what he sees as much more serious issues. He specifically mentioned "White chicks at the award shows" who were supposedly "speaking truth to power" but are now silent on bigger issues according to Burr. He jokingly concluded that liberal ideology is just "a bunch of White chicks trying to fix their immediate area." Controversial? Definitely. Classic Bill Burr? Absolutely.
Burr's Been Ripping on Musk for a While: Podcast Rants and "Swasticar" Posters
This is not the first time Burr has gone after Musk. He mentioned on his own podcast that his account on X (formerly Twitter) got "flagged" after he "made fun of the fing Twitter guy for fing Sieg Heiling not once but twice." He even called Musk "a baby" and compared him to "Hitler a fing baby." Again not holding back at all.
Burr is clearly not a fan of Musk's influence and actions. He even referenced those "Tesla takedown" protests where people are demonstrating against Tesla dealerships. And remember that "Swasticar" poster in London that went viral? Yeah Burr is definitely on that wavelength.
More Than Just Rage: Burr Opens Up About Childhood Trauma Therapy and Mushrooms?
While Burr's comedic rage is his trademark there is actually more to it than just yelling and being angry. In the NPR interview he got surprisingly personal and talked about the emotional abuse he experienced as a child. He said "Every way that you can be abused is what I'm talking about." Heavy stuff.
Burr explained that he learned early on that making people laugh was a way to avoid getting hurt. This dark humor and anger he channels in his comedy might actually come from a deeper place of pain. He has even tried therapy and psilocybin ("magic mushrooms") to deal with his past. He says both helped him and lately he feels "lighter" on stage. Whoa.
He even admitted "That whole myth that you can't be happy and still be funny is a myth. I am a mess of a human being still this far into life. ... But it makes for good comedy." It sounds like Burr's comedy is not just about making people laugh it is also a way for him to process his own experiences and maybe even heal.
Bill Burr: Beyond Stand-Up - New Special Broadway and More
Despite all the controversy and fiery opinions Bill Burr is still a hugely successful comedian and actor. His new stand-up special "Drop Dead Years" is out now. He even sold out Madison Square Garden on his last tour. That is a massive accomplishment.
And guess what? He is also on Broadway right now. Burr is starring in the revival of David Mamet's play "Glengarry Glen Ross". From stand-up to Broadway to podcasts Burr is doing it all. He is a multi-talented performer who is not afraid to speak his mind even if it ruffles some feathers. Love him or hate him Bill Burr is definitely someone you cannot ignore.
Key Takeaways from Bill Burr's Recent Comments:
- Calls Elon Musk "Evidently a Nazi": Strongly criticizes Musk's salute and political influence.
- Slams Liberals for "No Teeth": Feels liberals are not doing enough to push back against figures like Musk and Trump.
- Connects Comedy to Pain: Opens up about childhood abuse and how it fuels his dark humor.
- Therapy and Mushrooms for Healing: Discusses using therapy and psilocybin to deal with past trauma.
- New Comedy Special "Drop Dead Years": Promoting his latest stand-up special now available.
- Broadway Role in "Glengarry Glen Ross": Currently starring in a Broadway play showcasing his acting range.