Did you hear the one about the Iranian-American? | Maz Jobrani
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2010
- www.ted.com A founding member of the Axis of Evil Comedy Tour, standup comic Maz Jobrani riffs on the challenges and conflicts of being Iranian-American -- "like, part of me thinks I should have a nuclear program; the other part thinks I can't be trusted ..."
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About 5 years ago my family learned my mom had a huge aneurysm. For more than a month she kept getting these terrible headaches every day but unlike normal headaches these were very different -.> as she described it “it feels like an ice pick has been stuck right in my left eye & into my head “ her primary care doctor sent her for an MRI & immediately he got a call from the radiologist & then he in turn immediately called us -> she was referred her to the top vascular neurosurgeon in the state (who is, as you probably can guess given the theme of this TED talk, Iranian American)
Turns out she had a huge aneurysm that was pressing on the optic nerve behind her left eye. It was bad & from the time they detected it to the time she was in surgery was less than one week. (it was on the verge of rupturing & it already had leaked some blood, so time was of the essence)
Our family will always be grateful to the neurosurgeon he is Iranian American & he is so talented that my mom’s aneurysm was a piece of cake for him to repair. All the other doctors were freaking out but when we finally met with the neurosurgeon he sat us all down & clearly explained his plan for mom’s surgery . It was too large and the walls were too fragile to do endoscopic coiling so he did a craniotomy and placed a titanium clip at the neck of the aneurysm which deflated & is now gone. The surgery only took 3 hours, she was in the Neuro ICU for 2 days & she was able to come home after that. Can you imagine having major brain surgery & being able to go home 2 days later? It’s a testament to the surgeon’s skill. She still sees the surgeon annually for imaging & check ups (once this type of aneurysm develops there’s a 30 to 40 % chance that another one might develop & we don’t want to get to the point where another one develops quietly & is close to the point of rupture - as we were with the original one. Mom has a small scar within her hair (you can’t even see it). My family & I are forever grateful for this incredible Iranian American neurosurgeon.
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Absolutely the best comedian who is very funny and never tell swear words
Outside of France and the U.S., profanity really isn't associated with humor as much. Watch some Irish comedians, you'll love it!
Bill Cosby never used swear words either, hahahaha, doesn't always mean they're good people. But I agree I'm just having fun, this guy is fantastic. Love him
i noticed it too. no swear words. he is awesome. i was laughing the whole time. :D
👌
He does swear on his personal channel 😂
Because of Maz, I became to like Iran.
Thanks and love from Taiwan.
Thanks
Call on Jesus
@Daniel Sunn 是台灣人。
Persia
Tnx❤
you are just amazing. love from Saudi Arabia.
A genuinely funny Iranian-American who helps bridge the "ignorance gap" in the US...well done!
Nothing ignorant about knowing that Iran is America’s enemy. Period. Amazing your age hasn’t helped your wisdom all these years.
@@BKWalrus The governements enemy* not ours
@David Sanchez I read Quran and Hadits, also listen many lecture about Islam... They all make me saw people in good light...
@David Sanchez read it in arabic. English translation is not real.
@David Sanchez bro you are mistaking us bye arabs we are persian .we dont like islam the rejime is islamic .people dont like it this is why we are fighting with them
Great comedian but tough crowd
I was thinking the same thing.
Samuel Santana MysteryPerson852 well yeah it's a bunch of white americans in the crowd
Badger McFly and you can FEEL the racial tension.
hes in oxford england what do you expect? British arent very loud and dont laugh a lot. On the tube in London, we were the only ones talking or laughing many times and we were studying abroad. The actual British never talked or laughed or anything
golferx222 you couldn't be more wrong. British are naturally funny and hilarious people. Never heard the term ENGLISH HUMOR ? British just don't appreciate jokes about race, cultural differences and stereotyping ethnicities.
Folks, the audience is fine. They just don't have mic's to pick up the laughter.
He's killing (so to speak...)
His set blew up.
Could be The white joke..
you could see many of their faces..just not his crowd
I'm not sure; I saw some stony faces.
The intelligence behind this....👍🏾
Maz is a world class comedian. Good stuff
He is a genius. I hope everyone liked it and it's a motivation for you guys to go to Iran. I've already done that. It's not like what social media says. It's one of the best countries I've ever traveled to. Big love to Maz Jobrani
Did you know this guy has strong relations with NIAC? The lobby of Iran's regime in the US?
This guy is very funny on very sensitive subjects , briljant actually.
Mmmhh..I love his Iranian accent. And yes! I would definitely watch Jamal Bond! I bet he'd be hilarious! xD
he was doing an indian and arabic accent not iranian
looooool we have been looking for you for 200 years lool
its soooo cute how nervous he is
Love and Peace from UAE. ❤️❤️❤️
You always make me smile :). love from Pakistan :)
are you serious ?
+Immortal Mirza do i look like em joking?
Mahnur Asif you make me smile from _ India
Immortal Mirza
Mahnur Asif?
You're so great.. Love from Saudi Arabia 🌸🌸
why do we have the Irani Saudi, Shia/Sunni conflict
why can't we live in peace I'm from Saudi Arabia I don't have any conflict with any Iranian person I hope we as citizens leave the politics behind and try to spread the love and peace between each other through social media
respect..
People in power don't represent their citizens.
You are obviously not one of the ruling wealthy elite. Those with huge wealth and power want to keep it, and it becomes easier if they can hide behind some other reason, like religion. If in doubt, get your gods out!
yes, you're right...why dont we just live in peace with each other...
Revolutions are born from citizens who unite, if people can find something to unite on we still have hope. It’s sad instead of focusing on education infrastructure and progressiveness people focus on abusing religion
From an Iranian perspective, I think at the most 10% of our people have conflict with each other but unfortunately these guys are ruling our countries. Hope to be at peace some day. Love from Iran to all Saudi people.
Now this guy is really funny! America is glad to have such genuine person who enlightens us.
Go Maz... you're the best! I got tears of laughing, been a fan of your realistic funny story telling. Keep it up
I'm a huge fan of Russell Peters but this guy is equally funny. I'd love to visit Iran and the middle East. By the way I love your food but i understand in North America our medias are too biased and they are responsible for spreading negative stereotypes. All that being said "Love from Canada". Let's continue celebrating life together:) I'm a huge fan of Ted too. The best nonprofit organization.
+Richard Khobs you made me feel so proud and blessed to be a part of your nation !!!! from your Canadian-Muslim neighbor .
yeah! his accents and expressions
+Dicolinus Dex
Omid Djalili is really funny too.
Richard Khobs and Max Amini, Dan ahoot! Check out the axis of evil comedy tour vid! 👌👌👌😎
Richard Khobs of caurse u r Canadian , u r very nice
This guy is brilliant. Intelligent comedy. Similar to Dave Chapelle.
you on drugs?
He ain't bad at all but dave man he ain't human
you don't compare human to each other. maz is good and Dave as well but it's like Apple and orange so just enjoy the life.
no way dave chappel is a legend
TheHazeist Not even remotely close. Two different styles and crowds.
I saw Maz at the Comedy Store a couple years back and he killed it, he's such a good comedian.
Maz never fails me to laugh my heart out every time!hope to see your show live... more power!
You are fabulous Maz, Love you
Only just discovered you - great. Keep it up.
Laughter will conquer more than weapons and bombs ever will.
He's one of the best stand up comedians out there, in my opinion. I've been to several of his shows and he's even funnier in real life. =]
Most of funny comedians, make a fun of their own parents, and their country, is it really another ways to be funny, you're cool, most likely I could laugh my self to death with crowd, man you're awesome 😂✌👍
I love this guy. Bringing people together!
Never heard of a Middle Eastern comedian. Indeed, breaking stereotypes is the way to go😂😂
Oh there are some great ones. Watch the Axis of Evil Comedy Tour.
This joke was recommended by youtube at the start of 2020. well played.
Always a pleasure watching Maz's videos. Thanks for this.
Best 9 minutes of life if u were watching a stand up show..
They smooth transition between different accent is beautiful...
Respect from Saudi
Arabian_Stalion stop bombing Yemen dude
Jack Gray stop bombing Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Libya, Egypt dude
I am an Iranian, and I hope that there will be peace
American Indian Yemeni Arabic ... We are all human beings
@@jackgray3267 ......call on Jesus
🇮🇷❤️🇸🇦
Many more should come out of the Arab world and do this and show how compassionate Arab people are .....will make a big difference
He's not an Arab
Arash Am He doesn't even have said that he is an Arab
Arash Am True, yet it is a great point and idea! The more fun Arabs we meet and get to know them, the more our perception of them will change towards the postive! :)
Iranians are not Arabs, they are Persians. Big difference
I've had Arab and Muslim friends from various nations and sects and they were, to a man, warm, kind, sensitive, and moral.
Maz's humor, though topical is still funny 13years later. He also seems to be having a lot of fun sharing funny with his audiences.
What's up with these comments? You all do realize this is just comedy right??? They're jokes. This isn't a political thing... He's making fun of the strange situations we middle easterns face
I have watched alot of your stuff Maz and you you never fail to make me laugh! This made my night; I needed a good laugh! Your a deadly comedian!
I'm from Saudi and you are nice one
Thankyou for doing this . Respects from Texas
loved him, he is so smart and easy going:)))
James Bond aka Jimmy VESTVOOD! Great work Maz! Your delivery and change on level of energy with this audience was perfect
This guy is absolutely funny and he has the art of Comedy in his blood he is a real genius with the mic. I wouldn't be surprised if almost all Iranians are like him
Such an entertainer. I'll be watching more of you maz. Keep the good work.
Just awesome. His comedy accomplishes so much more!
Thank You Maz for your positive efforts. You rock bro!
GREAT!
9 years and 1 like
Dear Maz, I'm Iranian... I'm proud of you... you're doing a great job... I got to know you watching "chandshanbe ba sina"... even if we were terrorist from where come all that "BOMBS"... where are arm factories?... we are not terrorist... just we have "OIL" !
How empty of a person should you be to be proud of other people's achievements you aren't even remotely influencial in.
@Stranger Unknown i'm happy for them, not proud of myself.
@@user-jv3mm6vt6e what a self-complex unhappy person are you to come and write such a negative rude comment under another person 's comment that doesn't have anything with you! Hope you find a good therapist to help you.
saw Maz on Showtime and he was the best. Keep it up and hope you come to Cleveland one day. Thanks for the laughs!
Thank you Mr Maz for your excellent job great
You're doing a great job Maz
Thanks for being so light-hearted about issues no one wants to acknowledge.
living in dubai i can really relate to this :P
I was drinking water when he was talking about him thinking the Indian guy was his driver and he was like no sir I thought you were mine,I almost spit my water everywhere
The same feeling🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
that joke was a gem!
Can imagine the soaked house from here
great punch!
Ur just great... man... Hats off...
And that joke "indian one"-->"i thought u were my driver" ;) :D
One of the better Ted Talks in a while
Amazingly talented.
I’m getting addicted to his routines
I freaked out when he said "Hasan" at 05:27 😂😂
😂😂yes that was a very funny one.
The crowd does laugh, only they dont have a microphone pointed to the crowd, so you dont hear them...
The acustics in the place muffeld the laughter, I heard much more and totally enjoyed his performance.
Beautiful message in the end!!love u brother
That was fun, I really enjoyed that. Won’t it be nice when everyone in the world accepts one another without suspicion and fear? Thanks for the comedy, keep up the good work.
Good job, dude ! Whatever U do with good intentions really matters a lot . God Bless U !
Maz you're great man I've watched almost all your videos it's really great I appreciate you for your work
You are so funny! I’m binge watching you and I’m rolling off my bed laughing. Too cool!
i proud with you as an iranian❤️
The TED crowd was expecting an emotional soul-touching lecture so it took them a while to summon their sense of humor...
LOVE IT! Show this in my Geography classes. So awesome!
Awesome and the crowd was fun too
"Bond .. Jamal Bond"
can't get any sexier than that ,, lmfao XD
😂
Humble and very funny!
Maz, Great! Thank you. I appreciate your humor and your efforts. I dedicate my Facebook page to making people realize the shallowness of their fears.
Even today, what will soon be 2021 - i know you still got it Maz. ❤️
Wow brilliant and very funny.
My name's BUND,
JAMAL BUND!
it should be ..I am Banda, Jamaluddin Muhammed Banda...
Amazing job. Big fan of him.
You are such a nice and humble person.Thanks for great comedy Sir.
greatest laugh i had today "I changed it to a plus!"
there should be more people like this on the planet
Great job. Excellent Maz
Love this guy.. Clean and wonderful comedy!
hes awesome, no filth
Hi I'm Iranian i hope you well i proud that so you are lovely comedian grate good luck god bless . bye😃😅🤣
The last one liner was awesome!!
Love this guy! He is helping to humanize peoples of Arab countries in the eyes of many Americans.
A brilliant comedian.
This guy is hilariously amazing
LOVE this MJ guy ! As a Canadian, I was brought up to think the best of people I meet, regardless of their background.
Maz Jobrani encompasses the justification for our attitude towards our fellow man. Bravo!
Great comedian 😂
The Intel advert in the end also had me in stitches
Great man 👍
what a tough crowd. This crowd should have gone to opera not standup comedy.
He's not funny and he tries too hard.
They decrease the volume of the crowd, I've heard.
ermm crowd were fine & vocal, you do realise they reduce the volume of the crowd responses & amplify the volume of the speker, hence you can even hear Jobrani's breathing while people are clapping & whistling
Well they did go to a TED talk not a comedy club. Regardless, I don't think they're a 'tough crowd'.
it is sort of odd to click on/go to a TED talk and get just comedy. mission creep?
I like Maz in that he has something special in his words and gestures
He is so good! Tough crowd!
Just great 😄😄😄
loooove u Maz
Interesting job and interesting cause behind his shows.
Omg. I love this guy and i am so related to his speech!!! Lol
As former UN and NATO soldier, I really like you. I served in only Muslim countries. I share Your views
He is so funny omg
Is he not an Iranian, though?
Falamu445 Yes he is
Falamu445 he's Iranian so what? why are you saying it like that?
@@Anakinskynader call on Jesus
thelast one with the drivers was a real punch ! Mr Jobrani you rock
You're great, Maz 💞