After an exhaustive review (on my mom's slow-as-sh*t laptop) of every video I deemed '.'.'.'.' A 4-Preasher! '.'.'.'.' in 2008, I have narrowed the list down to the 15 funniest.
#15 - Obama Def Comedy Jam - Language NSFW
Why I love it: If you've ever seen the old school Def Comedy Jam on HBO, you recognize that the editors of this video did a pretty good job of capturing the same feel. Plus, the nearly seamless edits between Obama's actual speech and his sound-alike are very impressive.
#14 - Oprah Drunk Dial
Why I love it: Another amazing video from the NYC sketch comedy group Harvard Sailing Team. What really sells the comedy of all of their videos, this one in particular, is the fact that they don't half-ass their acting. Aside from the humor, they are apparently very talented actors as well.
I'm a huge fan of anger and yelling as the basis for comedy (as you'll see again later in the list), so Oprah Drunk Dial naturally appealed to me. Plus, just when you think that's all you're gonna get, they leave you with one last hilarious joke at the end to tie it all together.
Check out the rest of their videos at their YouTube channel.
#13 - Horse Track Streaker
Why I love it: A naked dude competing full force against horses is funny enough. Then you get the payoff. Then, what pushes it up to a 4-Preasher is the simple story behind it, as read on the YouTube summary.
"Some idiot who was at his bachelor party decides to strip and run along the course as the horses are racing."
#12 - Annoying Reporter Microphone Prank
Why I love it: To me, nothing is funnier than reality. And one of the best things you can do to evoke reality comedy is test people's patience. Find out just how much you can get away with before someone says, "Stop!" In this video, an annoying "reporter" tries to get to that point while interviewing a politician and hilarity ensues.
#11 - Dirty Spelling Bee - Language NSFW
Why I love it: Low brow comedy done in a high brow manner. Good acting and well edited.
#10 - Bug in Mouth Brings Out the Street in Reporter - Language NSFW
Why I love it: Guy goes from Bryant Gumble to a disgruntled contestant on I Love New York in under a second. The gagging sound he makes is perfect.
#9 - People's Court Crazy Eyes
Why I love it: One dude single-handedly manages to steal the show with a simple, subtle move. Brilliant.
#8 - The Don of Ghaz Main
Why I love it: What's better than an obese Iraqi kid dancing, beating up other kids and launching rocks at them? The fact that an American soldier caught all of it on tape to share with the world. He couldn't have chosen a more appropriate song. Bonus points for synchronizing Snoop's "Breakin' niggas down like Evander Holyfield" line with the fat kid throwing mad fists.
#7 - The Feminist Bookstore - Picking CDs - Language NSFW
Why I love it: Comedy duo ThunderAnt, consisting of SNL's Fred Armisen and Sleater-Kinney's Carrie Brownstein, had been making funny videos here and there for a while before I finally ran across this one. Fred Armisen is hilarious in this obviously improvised sketch, and Carrie Brownstein's failed attempts to control her laughter and stay in character add a raw, endearing quality.
#6 - Jim Boeheim vs Microphone Feedback
Why I love it: Another one in which a real person's patience is tested. This time it's Syracuse basketball coach Jim Boeheim. The timing of the microphone feedback is so perfect, it almost seems planned.
#5 - Haiti Weather Report
Why I love it:
"Pretty much everywhere, it's gonna be hot. Charlotte."
"Then I don't need a jacket."
"...aheeheeheeheeheehee!"
"Thanks, Arthur."
#4 - Absolut Zach
Why I love it: Improvisation. Odd behavior. Yelling. And three of my comedy heroes.
#3 - The Library Closing Guy - Language NSFW
Why I love it: Well, first thing's first, this guy's upset voice is hilarious. But that wouldn't stand on it's own. It, in combination with what he actually says during the interview, are what put this so high on the list. Every line is a classic.
#2 - Iron Mic - Envy vs. Eli - Language Slightly NSFW
Why I love it: Appears to be a student-produced rap battle TV show. So many hilarious things in this, but I'll just mention a few of my favs. The poor Tim-and-Eric-esque production value...except it wasn't on purpose. Eli's face when the music cuts off and they go to split-screen. Eli's face when he realizes he just cussed. How he tries to convince the judges that he didn't break the no cussing rule because he said "freakin'." Plus the fact that they gave Eli one of the votes kinda tugs at your heart strings a little, doesn't it?
#1 - Chair Malfunction
Why I love it: You couldn't imagine a more simple scenario. Nhlanhla Nene, South African Chairperson of Finance, breaks a chair while being interviewed on TV. But it's the simplicity and severity of the fall that cracks me up every time. I love the warning snap and how it makes him jiggle just a little. I love how he completely disappears from frame. I love this video every time I watch it. (Check out another one of my all-time favorites, here, which is in the same vein.)
Honorable Mentions
- 2008 International Laughter Training
- Self Defense for Dorks
- Anchor vs Reporter
- Jesus Weiner Poopie
Monday, December 29, 2008
Preash/List: The 15 Funniest 4-Preasher Videos of 2008
Monday, December 22, 2008
Preash: Mike-and-Ike's Holiday Greetings Video
Mike-and-Ike made this video to wish season's greetings to his former co-workers in Myrtle Beach. He was gracious enough to allow myself and Work Dave to have cameos. Please do enjoy. Watch the whole thing.
***A Preash Original***
I suggested that he not blur out my partial nudity for the sake of comedy, but he decided to play it safe.
(Crackhead) Chicks: Amy Winehouse Topless
NSFW
Why not check out these pics of Amy Winehouse topless on the beach? Can't hurt, right? Right?
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Preash: My Day as a Peacock
About a month ago, my boss somehow convinced me to dress up as our station's mascot, Rainbow the Peacock, for a pizza party at a school which donated the most toys for a toy drive. Apparently she was blown away by my previous mascot work as Stormy the Weather Bear. She said she needed someone who would go all out since there would be competition...Sir Purr, the Carolina Panthers' mascot. I tried to make it very clear to her that I really didn't wanna do it, but she pretty much insisted.
So the day came Wednesday. It wasn't until that day that I learned that this school at which I'd be performing was a middle school. Not an elementary school. Brutal. Now I was really not feelin' it. But there was no turning back.
Stevie 3-Times helped me try on the suit before we headed out. I was hoping it wouldn't fit, but apparently they make mascot costumes one-size-fits-all.
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The transformation begins
Seven real peacocks were slaughtered to make the costume's fur
"Zip me up, sweetie?"
Three birds
:)
Stevie 3-Times gives me a hand...LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL!!!!1!11
Extreme concentration
It took 20 minutes to scrape out the brain and junk so I could fit my head inside
Receiving head from Stevie
Nearing completion
...
I never realized how creepy the lighting is in our office...Jesus
Snapping the chin strap
Even a full-body peacock costume can't hamper my hacky sack skills
The costume fit so we headed to the school and met up with Jennifer Copeland (holla!) and Sir Purr. Actually the guy who plays Sir Purr. He drives a special van which he changes in. I used the "health room" as a changing room.
The lunch periods were broken up into 6th, 7th and 8th grades and we visited them in that order. The 6th graders were pretty pumped, and 7th graders were less pumped, and the 8th graders didn't give a sh*t.
My 6th grade performance was pretty lackluster. I let Sir Purr lead the way and just kinda walked around. But my 7th grade performance was a stellar. I went all out.
Between one of those lunch periods we visited the special needs kids. That was pretty cool. They were excited and I danced with a few of them and took pictures.
At one point Stevie, myself and Sir Purr were all waiting back in the health room. Being the pro that he was, Sir Purr did not take off his head at all...even back where no one could see us. So the three of us talked about random mascot and football stuff and Stevie and I had to look Sir Purr is his panther eyes when talking to him. Stevie described it as the most surreal experience he's ever had. (On the drive back I learned that Stevie has deep-seeded issues with mascots. He said he was freaking out at one point when I was hugging him in costume and refused to let go...typical Ryan comedy.) Stevie tried to make me sound like a pro in front of Sir Purr by casually mentioning my gig as Stormy back in Oklahoma City.
So it was quite an experience. I can tell you it's better being a mascot in front of kids than it is in front of adults. At least the kids acknowledge your presence.
Please enjoy the film. If you open it up from YouTube, you can watch in high quality.
***A Preash Original***
Preash to Stevie 3-Times for the video and Tressel for the pics
Friday, December 19, 2008
List/Booze: The 12 Most Common Beer Myths Exploded
Hey, I find you attractive. Why don't you have a look at The 12 Most Common Beer Myths Exploded.
Link via Gorilla Mask
List/TV: The 32 Freakiest Ads of 2008
'.'.'.'.' A 4-Preasher! '.'.'.'.'
You gotta check out The 32 Freakiest Ads of 2008.
Holy sh*t. This one, the very first on the list, gave me chills. Very creepy.
Link via Pop Candy
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
TV/The Internets: College Humor is coming to MTV
As if the peeps over at College Humor didn't have it good enough already (you know, having the funnest jobs in the world and all), now they're taking their stuff to MTV. Jerks.
The Internets: 2008 Mugshots of the Year
This is good for a laugh. Check out The Smoking Gun's 2008 Mugshots of the Year.
Preash to Morgan
Video/Sports: Jim Boeheim vs Mic Feedback
The funniest thing I've seen in weeks!
This has the perfect combination of a loud, obnoxious noise, a frustrated coach, and violent eruption.
'.'.'.'.' A 4-Preasher! '.'.'.'.'
Preash to Stevie 3-Times
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Movies: X-Men Origins: Wolverine Trailer in HD
The X-Men Origins: Wolverine trailer is quite badass.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Music Video: Eric Wareheim directs a Maroon 5 Video
Eric Wareheim, co-star of one of the funniest shows on TV, Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job!, directs Maroon 5's latest music video for their single, "If I Never See Your Face Again."
The song is also quite catchy.
Oh, also, the new season of the show airs in February.
Video/Politix: Behind the Obama Logo Design
Are you a dork like myself? Do you still use the word "dork"? Then you may enjoy this look behind the scenes of the design of the Obama logo. Super.
Part 1
Part 2
Video: Between Two Ferns - Jon Hamm
Hilarious comedian Zach Galifianakis interviews Mad Men's Jon Hamm.
If you haven't already, make sure you check out the one with Michael Cera and the one with Jimmy Kimmel
WTF!?: Piranha Attack Victim
You should probably stay away from this link to pics of a dude who got demolished by piranhas. Seriously. You've been warned.
"That was at least 10 times worse than I expected."
-Mike-and-Ike
Link via Gorilla Mask
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Preash/Video: Cocaine Foot
Boone has an unhealthy obsession with my feet. And I have an unhealthy obsession with poorly edited Windows Movie Maker videos set to inappropriate music. It's a match made in heaven.
I highly recommend you watch this in High Quality to get the full effect.
Lyrics NSFW
***A Preash Original***
Fun Facts:
-Those are my go-to wintertime house pants...I've rocked 'em for years
-I've been told I have "hobbit feet"
-The video is sped up 4x
-The song is "F*ck On Cocaine" by DJ Caffeine - I eventually found it by doing a YouTube search for "cocaine music"
-The sound I make at the end is due to Boone over-excitedly biting me
Video/TV: Andy Bernard on His College Drinking Days
My favorite part of the last episode of The Office. Andy Bernard is, by far, my favorite character. Ed Helms is great.
The Internets: Best Online Ad Ever
And the award for Most Hilarious Online Ad Ever goes to...
This embedded Vimax ad.
Is she happy? Is she shocked? Is she terrified? A little bit of each?
Just to clear up any confusion, this is an add for penis-enlarging medicine, not a suggestion to bring a black dude home.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Video/TV: Real World: Brooklyn Trailer
I know I'm not the only one who still watches Real World on MTV.
Check out the trailer for Real World: Brooklyn, which premieres January 7th. It's super-heavy and very well edited.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Video: UNC Chapel Hill Flash Mob Rave
This makes me smile.
Enjoy it, kids. Once you graduate, it's all downhill. *teardrop*
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
List/Video: 10 Dudes Who Cry Like Girls
This compilation of 10 Dudes Who Cry Like Girls should make you feel pretty good about yourself. Unless you start blubbering like a b*tch.
Link via Gorilla Mask
Monday, December 8, 2008
Friday, December 5, 2008
Chicks: Heidi Montag in Mexico
Forget how ugly Heidi is on the inside for a second and check out these pics of her, bikini-clad on the beach.
You may also enjoy them if you're into flesh-colored beards on douches.
Music/Video: Satriani Sues Coldplay for Plagiarism
Guitarist Joe Satriani is suing Coldplay for allegedly plagiarizing one of his songs. Legit? You be the judge...
The Internets: Beware of the Koobface Virus
Beware of the "Koobface" virus being spread via Facebook.
Chicks/Sports: Colt McCoy's Hot-Ass Girlfriend
You must check out this pic of Colt McCoy's hot-ass girlfriend in a biknini.
Nolan suggested that I also post this under the YumYums category because he's naughty.
List: The 8 Greatest Tracy Morgan Moments of All Time
This compilation of The 8 Greatest Tracy Morgan Moments of All Time made my day.
"Peek-a-boo, I'mo hump you!"
Link via Gorilla Mask
List/TV: EW's 25 Smartest People in TV
TV nerds like myself will find Entertainment Weekly's list of The 25 Smartest People in TV to be quite interesting.
#1 might suprise you.
Link via Pop Candy
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Video: Picking CDs at the Feminist Book Store
Apparently the hilarious Fred Armisen is in a comedy duo called ThunderAnt with Sleater-Kinney's Carrie Brownstein.
This is an uproarioius improvised skit.
'.'.'.'.' A 4-Preasher! '.'.'.'.'
Language NSFW
Go to ThunderAnt.com to check out more of their hilarious videos. (Make sure to watch Katchenza...it's a 4-Preasher as well. They're all brilliant.)
List: The Most Disturbing Animals on Earth
Check out this terrifying collection of The Most Disturbing Animals on Earth. It's written very funnily(?).
Link via Gorilla Mask
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Books: Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish
No, I didn't mean to type "booze" and accidentally type "books" instead. I had to create a new Preash category because I actually willingly read a book. Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish.
If you want to feel better about your life and simultaneously be entertained and amazed, you should check out this book.
Artie is a successful comedian and regular member of The Howard Stern Show. He was an original cast member of MadTV and has been in several movies. He also happens to be an overweight, out-of-control, self-hating, kind-hearted, drug abusing, unapologetic man's man.
The following video is Artie's most infamous moment on the show...when he attacked his assistant Teddy. If you haven't seen it, prepare to be amazed.
And here's another one of his violent blow-ups.
Artie is a great storyteller, and he has plenty of unbelievable stories to share in this book. From the tragic story of his dad's paralysis to his craziest drug stories to gambling to Hollywood, this is a guy who's been through it all. There are even a few poignant moments. I'm not afraid to admit that I shed a tear or two pretty early on in the book.
The book is written in the same way he speaks. Very conversational, plenty of explitives, and political correctness is out the window. If you're anything like me, you don't read often because you don't have the patience to finish an entire book. But I whizzed through these nearly 300 pages in just three days. So, obviously, it's a pretty quick read.
My only knock on the book is that I had heard pretty much every story already via the Stern Show. But odds are you're not an obsessive fan who, at some point, must listen to all six hours of every single show...so you're sure to be thoroughly entertained.
Bottom line - if you never listen to Howard, if you've never even heard of Artie, I'm confident that you'll still enjoy Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish.
I give it 3 Preashes
Video: The Library Closing Guy
Heard this on the Stern Show yesterday. Hilarious! I can't get enough of this.
'.'.'.'.' A 4-Preasher! '.'.'.'.'
Video/Music: Ultimate Frisbee Song
Every liberal college campus in America just adopted this new fight song.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Preash: Headed to another Bobcats game
Your boy won a drawing at work and came up with 2 primo tickets to the Bobcats game against the Seattle Supersonics Oklahoma City Thunder. Money.
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Unfortunately the seats aren't quite as good as the ones I had last time, so I doubt you'll see a repeat of this little episode. But it'll still be tight to see two former UT superstars, DJ Augustin and Kevin Durant, take the court.
This comes just days after my car window completely exploded as I was was rolling it up at 2 o'clock in morning in the cold, pouring rain. I think it's the world's way of telling me, "Hey, buddy. It's not all shit luck for you the rest of your life. Here, NBA tickets. Now quit bitching and go f*ck yourself."
Preash.
Video/Music: Kelly Clarkson Drunk Onstage Metal
A drunk Kelly Clarkson and the lead singer from Yellowcard hop onstage at a Metal Skool concert to perform Guns N' Roses' "Sweet Child of Mine".
Language NSFW
Video: Dark Knight PSA: Heavy Lifting
Good to finally see them teaming up to take out the trash in Gotham.
Chicks/List: The 10 Hottest Moments in Jessica Alba History
I bet you'll have a hard time passing up The 10 Hottest Moments in Jessica Alba History
Link via Gorilla Mask