Bassem Youssef: 'Comedians don’t have solutions but we must ask questions about Israel' - BBC Africa
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- čas přidán 12. 05. 2024
- Comedian and political satirist, Bassem Youssef, speaks to the BBC’s Sharihan Al-Akhras about the role of comedy during times of war.
He also talks about managing insecurities and his relationship with social media. The interview was filmed as he embarks on his "Middle Beast" tour of the UK.
Produced by Kawoon Khamoosh and Anusha Kumar.
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I'm so happy that the world is starting to see the brilliance of Bassem Youssef the way we discovered his talents in Egypt in 2011.
Let's start here so you do not have to live in the casualties of war ignorance. Hamas was founded by Palestinian imam and activist Ahmed Yassin in 1987, after the outbreak of the First Intifada against the Israeli occupation. It emerged from his 1973 Mujama al-Islamiya Islamic charity affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood.
Who ARE you replying to, @@jackmitton2534 ? And what is ACTUALLY the point you are trying to make?
Great but what does Israel have to do with Africa and Egypt? BBC Africa is very vocal of wars and conflicts OUTSIDE of Africa but not inside Africa. From Congo, to Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, all in war but I guess PaLeStInE is more important.
@@woozyz2769 Thank you for recognizing the obvious - We all support the Palestinian Non-combatants - WE DO NOT SUPPORT HUMASS, The PLO and HUMASSES birther which is Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood - try to focus on arafat, the PLO and humass and the the king of jordan and iran and the ksa and egypt. they all say PLM! and sit back and do nothing. Answer it - you won't cuz you can't - Here is the easiest way to mitigate unnecessary deaths during this War: “No refugees in Jordan, no refugees in Egypt.” - Jordan’s King Abdullah II that above list does NOT SUPPORT Palestinian Non-combatants.
@@jackmitton2534 Saudi Arabia and Jordan are "pro Palestine" until their monarchies are at sake. Palestine and even Sudan have the potential to revitalize a new Arab Spring and we all know what happened in the previous Arab Spring that shook up north Africa.
The Saudis and majority of the peninsula nations know that they have to do something when it comes to the narrative, it will look bad for them if they don't speak up as the entire Muslim world is watching this war.
I did not know that Hamas and the Muslim brotherhood were connected so thanks for that info but it doesn't change the fact that African wars and conflicts are being completely ignored cause of western interests especially when it comes to resources and funded militias.
Piers Morgan regretting interviewing him. Bassam is huge now. Mashallah.
I don't know, i still only know him from talking about Palestine. Never seen his comedy, though i would if i got the chance, he seems like a funny guy.
@@1112viggo he was very funny in Arabic. I used to watch him. He was a copy of John Stewart in Arabic. Egyptians are funny in general.
@@Just_logic Hm interesting i used to love John Stewart so if he's anything like him i need to see his material. Did he have a show in English? He really needs to promote his show more, iv seen him in so many interviews and he almost never mentions it. I mean i respect him a lot for what he is doing, but i can't imagine its good for a comedian's career to tour different TV shows talking seriously about genocide. Ya know?
@@1112viggo I believe he did. I am not sure if would be successful. Comedy tone is not that simple. Even he admits that English with an accent might have different response. But I am sure Arab America’s will be entertained. One thing he is very smart. Usually good comedians are very smart. They see little detailed other people don’t see.
That was the best explanation of social media I’ve heard
Bassem, we love you here ❤️
Lets start here so you do not have to live in the casualties of war ignorance. Hamas was founded by Palestinian imam and activist Ahmed Yassin in 1987, after the outbreak of the First Intifada against the Israeli occupation. It emerged from his 1973 Mujama al-Islamiya Islamic charity affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood.
He is the example of laughter is the best medicine, talented individual.
Damn, I wish I was in Dublin, my hometown. Love this man to bits. He's very welcome in Ireland. I know already what reception he'll get.
The Irish people love their Arab brothers, cherish honesty and truth.
I predict a raucous night 😄😮
Me too!!! ❤❤❤
I’m African, and love the Irish ☘️.
Thank you so much. I am an Arab and love Ireland and Irish people so much. They are honest, brave, lovely and welcoming and have a rich, honorable history of struggle. Really, you must be proud.
This man is getting more handsome and charming as he gets older .
Like Omar Shariff 😁
I love Bassem ‘ s sincerity and humility. Praise to his talent and integrity.
Love your perseverance. Go Bassem. Praying for your family's safety in Rafah.
Bassem has become a superstar after trying to uphold justice for mankind. Someone like this should be highlighted over people who bring negative influence. Who would think that a comedian is smarter than most rulers around the world today. That's why I believe character does not determine someone's wisdom but the way of thinking that determines a person's wisdom.
the issue with rulers is that most of them are corrupt, they serve who ever finaced them to put them and keep them in power...
Always creative, I wish you success
Bassem's interview with Piers Morgan was the ultimate tipping point in his career.
Love Bassem Youssef man of integrity and truth.❤
BASSEM YUSUF IS DR ALL HE IS BASICALLY GOOD AT EVERYTHING DOCTOR , DANCER, COMEDIAN, POLITICS , TALKING PROFESSIONALLY AND AMAZING PERSONALITY
A very fine human being
God Bless You Bassem for bringing Humanity and Smiles to our World. Your Positive Contribution is Felt and Appreciated by Tens of Millions of Loyal Supporters ❤. You are Loved by So Many
I'm proud of this brother for taking the moment & making his art indistinguishable from his activism. As the world wakes up to the absurd hypocrisies of this globalized Western hegemonic society, apparent differences which form the basis of ongoing hatred and atrocity have a chance to be eliminated. The harbingers of change are uncomfortable conversations.
Yep because the middle East is full of values when it comes to treat people fairly. Women are doing great in Iran or Saudi Arabia, where they cannot even go out without a guardian, work and are forced to wear a hijab even if they don't want to. What about workers in Qatar ? What about all the inequalities going on in nations with oil money ? This narrative west bad, all the rest of the world good is for the birds.
@@gabrielegagliardi3956 you didn't mention the Kurds and their homeland, Kurdistan! The states of turkey iran iraq and syria have oppressed and murdered the Kurds since the 1920s.
@@gabrielegagliardi3956 we surely have our shortcomings and there is a lot to improve. But the west has much to improve also. “Western democracies” lecture everyone on human rights and the value they place on the individual. They lecture everybody on freedom of expression and the value of free press and they lecture everybody on democracy and equality under the law. But when we in our part of the world look, we see western democracies supporting the occupation of a settler colonial state that is committing heinous crimes against defenseless civilians for six months and they are doing nothing - ohhh let me correct that, they are actually providing bombs and fighter planes to kill more people. Western democracies that are supposedly secular are supporting a violent theocratic state that claims “God” had given them Palestine 3,000 years ago. Western democracies have been taken over by special interests, big business and lobbies.
The “art”of propaganda
Yes because there is a lot of love and humanity in the Muddle East and it is very peaceful.
God bless you Bassam
❤ from Yemen 🇾🇪
Bassem is awesome. Also, thanks for the reminder to not be in social media too much and to take breaks. Needed that😅
great opening, excellent discussion.
It's a delight to see him succeed ❤
Been hooked to him speaking since Piers show. He reminds me of Dick Gregory. Very knowledgeable.
That is VERY high praise.
You are a genius talking about social media and how being involved with so many thought can effect us badly . We love you Bassem ❤ حبيبي بتجنن
Bassem, you are loved by the millions!
Hes a man of the people ❤
At the end he sent a message BBC AFRICA
🔴 This is not BBC news
They don't want to talk with him there
God Bless You Bassem for bringing Humanity and Smiles to our World. Your Positive Contribution is Felt and Appreciated by Tens of Millions of Loyal Supporters . You are Loved by So Many
Thank you Bassem, from the Arab spring to Gaza a very moral and funny man ❤️
Hhhh 😂😂 no more interviews. I love egypt ❤❤ bassem youssef
Because of bassem yussuf not fan of BBC
Baseem is the best ❤👍👍👍
I think the birthday cake was a really nice touch. A very wise man and interesting interview thank you team! Auntie BBC 👍
Yes Having sense of humour in my family has saved our life’s
, the tragedy and the raw reality are bearable through comedy.
A good comedian has to be intelligent to make that twist.Oh they obviously have no need of lies 😅on the contrary.
Thank you comedians for being there.
His best days are ahead, keep going brother.....don't doubt yourself, not even one step
Mahn bassem is a genius, I wish he wasn't removed from casting superman
The amount of hate bots attacking him is hilarious. Blaming him for the expel of jews from Egypt 3000 years ago hahahaa
Happy Birthday 🎂 Bassem
She did a great job....and Bassem was honest as usual....
Youssef you’re a legend! May Allah protect you and your family Ameen!
Great interview 👍
The host did a wonderful job with her direct and useful questions
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What is so likeable about Bassem is his honesty and wisdom which seems to have come from a lot of pain.
Tony Stark = Bassam Youssof ❤
what a talent! Mashallah
Bassem charming and down to earth,best wishes from Kenya 🇰🇪
The support of Bassem for Palestine cause is amazing.
We totally love this brother of ours❤
Happy birthday 🎉
Dublin linked with Britain careful Bassem 😂 you don’t want to upset us Irish
Ireland linked with Spain, Belgium, Slovakia, Norway and South Africa.
@@semsemeini7905 the link to Palestine was the same Brits terrorists (black n tans) who burned down Cork City as a reprisal in 1920 and collectively punish Irish civilians went over to Palestine in 1921 and continued the terror
@@semsemeini7905 thats why we love Ireland ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Of course BBC refrain to ask Israeli comedians what they have to say.
i like this interview
❤very nice
Bassem Youssef, when we see you, we remember the words of the Egyptian revolutionary leader Mustafa Kamel, and And l quote , “If I were not Egyptian, I would wish I were Egyptian.” 🥺❤❤Thank you for communicating all these sounds in a way that the West finally understands it. 🇪🇬❤
he speaks better here than on flex friedman where he was tad bit feminine at times with his body lanugage and the outbursts of laughs - and i wish him blessings to laugh as much as possible, but i sensed just a bit of forcedness, which to me is totally unnecessary.
Thank you
Dude is a treasure..
Why no subtitles?
This Doctor is so loved so brave to tell the truth. Everyone agrees with what he says but don't have the bravery to say it.
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Bassem and many of his fellow comedians does a far better job asking questions about Israel than any of the MSM "journalists".
😂😂😂😂 I watched the intro over and over. 😂😂😂😂
Love love love ❤❤❤❤
Great coverage, thank you
Bassem is the man
I missed this how? Anymore performances.
This man also dances? So many talents to such a good person 🙏
Bassem is just what Palestine needed an articulate man who knows his stuff. Sometimes I wish he would speak just a little bit slower and give people time to absorb what he has to say
دكتور باسم يوسف أسطورة❤
شكرا لإستضافة دكتور باسم 🙌
❤❤
💯
Bassem, you are loved by millions
All love bassem , u are awesome, intelligent, pure and white heart
♥
This man is amazing free free Palestine 🇵🇸 ❤
👏👏👏👏
Bassem is an amazing man.
The young lady did great job asking bassem questions. And actually i. Really enjoyed the interview. Thx. BBC..❤
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I will miss his show in dublin.
The first scene was so realistic
Respect to Bassem for calling out the utlimate goal of global Theocracy in BOTH Christianity and Judaism, and how it impacts politics. The only other person I know who talks about this is Adam Green.
Damn bassem is eating good 👍 he hit the jackpot ever since the war started. My guy is in every podcast, news channel, comedy shows, interviews, etc and gained so many followers lmao get that money hustler
what about asking questions about hamas....
Amazing guy!!!
Great man
7:25 you are doing a fantastic job because others failed todo it.
تو کارت درسته 👍🙏💚💚
why does he always remind me of Robin Williams
You are right! He does!
Comedians don't have solutions, but we will ruthlessly criticize everyone else that doesn't have perfect solutions. -Bassem
Bassem means " smiling"
this guy cleary still sore about egypt losing two wars against israel
he looks like King Magnifico from Wish, Disney, come'ere, we know you're gonna make a live-action remake anyways, so might as well score a killer casting...
This man is soooo good looking 😍
The comments section is full of people with pfps of "Irons"
If you dont have a real solutiom then dont question the solution other people have come up with. If you want something better than propose something better
2:15 actually it's Kuwait 😂
best muslim comedian
What About Kous Kous?
Why no one asks him about FGM in Egypt?
Wtf does he has to do with that ? 😀
True , physician is a horrible job.
*The people of the Greater Middle East, including the Levant (most of whom are Semites, and the followers of Abrahamic religions) have been divided and ruled over by outsiders for centuries.* Because it is easier to divide people based on personal differences, than it is to unite them, based on what they have in common. Strategically ambiguous rulers make use of this, for own advantages. In the era of empires, first Rome/Constantinople, then during WW1 the seat of POWER playing these games changed to London/Paris, then after the 1950's as European colonialism's power decreased, starting around the time a bark by Washington DC in 1956 (Suez Crisis/War) showed who the new boss was, the role of divider was simply taken over by Washington DC (the entire ME was the playground during the Cold War).
Now the intention is simply to avoid unity in the ME, in order to "rule" over the dissent which is classical "divide and rule".
Today, their leaders are ALL tools.
Endless wars, constant dissent.
Insert "levers" of lies, mistrust...
Create favorites: favoritism...
Point the finger, everywhere else...
Divide and Rule.
Oldest trick in the book...
Who wields the POWER?
Who has had (in all historical cases in the ME/Levant) the GEOGRAPHICAL ADVANTAGE of being able to reach all the other little buck catchers (tools, and other Roman-era style instruments of POWER), but could not be reached itself, because of a geographical-, technological-, organisational-, military-, strategic-, political advantage at any given point of a historical timeline?
I question everyone, especially Israel.