Autism vs Down Syndrome | Shane Gillis

[@simplemath8966]

Shane is so brave as he battles with his own downs

[@keanandarnell8709]

😂😂

[@jackstewart2258]

Theo von beat it I heard

[@qweasrdf]

​@@jackstewart2258juat like michael jackson

[@juanchaves6952]

@@jackstewart2258 from the looks of it, the rematch is on

[@SmickyD]

​@@jackstewart2258no there was a kid from his town that beat it 😂

[@RutherfordBeehayze-kw2mz]

Hands down, the funniest Downs Syndrome comedian since Bobby Lee

[@Felipe-ou4jz]

Duuuuuuuuuude 😂

[@Xxbwachamp445xX]

That’s the Mexican dude right?

[@CrystalPerne]

Screaming! 🤣🤣 I wish Bobby Lee could see this

[@timmian85]

@@Xxbwachamp445xX Go Raiders!

[@Xxbwachamp445xX]

@@timmian85 HEY BRO WHATS HAPP EN ING?!

[@benjaminaswad6486]

Their syndrome may be down, but their spirits are always up.

[@Sadaysalam]

Love the reference😂😂

[@itsurgurl_alli]

Aww thank you for that ❤🥺 I have down syndrome but in my case it's very mild

[@fernandopadilla9963]

So wrong and funny lol

[@DeathnoteBB]

“‘I am handicapable at math!’ I really am ☺️” Brandon Rogers is so good

[@benjaminaswad6486]

@DeathnoteBB He's the best. I always say "pokemon cards" in that character's accent.

[@kurtshirvinski836]

I used to work at a convenience store by a special needs home and my favorite customers were the Downs Syndrome guys who would come in. One would tell me every day that it was his birthday so I'd always give him a free fountain drink and he'd giggle like a mad scientist who got away with arson😂

[@YaProblemSince92]

I love this! Also love that you let him get away with it!

[@e.g930]

Your awesome man made my day, thanks 😂

[@ColbyNeblett]

I knew a woman with downs that I saw pretty almost every day when I was in college. Every time she'd tell me it was gonna rain today. And it never did. Part of me wished it would've at least once so I could tell her she was right but it never happened lol

[@mistiewaters2185]

You are an AWESOME person, you made that guy's day,thanks for that!

[@greenslugs16]

U sir made me happy asf , they’re still good ppl in this world 👍😂 I would’ve done the same.

[@enriqueacosta6455]

As a parent of an autistic boy I approve this message

[@ipeefreely2364]

My Brother with autism he's very selective of who he talks to. He's very knowledgeable about cars and motorcycles so if you don't know any of those topics good luck talking to him.

[@guillermoromero8041]

It’s weird cause my sister is autistic and she is the most tenacious and driven individual in my family. Don’t believe me? Look her up, ava. Same last name. She is an amazing chef and the most dedicated person I ever met. She isn’t like a cat, she’s like a lion, I can’t wait for the world to give her a chance and for her to show everybody exactly what she’s got, which is EVERYTHING.

[@tacobobjr7505]

@@guillermoromero8041a lion is a cat bud

[@sorryimelijah]

sorry for your loss

[@Opsaam]

As a normal person I didn't ask for your approval

[@isthatyoucedric7854]

This is a genius bit! Plus, I think these kinds of jokes actually reduce the stigma around people with those conditions by joking about them, like you would with anybody

[@alexanderkowal5710]

Completely agree as an autistic

[@xbleepxbloopx3411]

Absolutely right. I certainly appreciate it, and I'm using it in the future. Because I actually am high-functioning autistic so I have a little bit of a hard time articulating how I feel or experience things. I think this may be the best description I've heard yet 🤣🤣

[@donkeyshow7235]

You just gonna go around. I'm having a cat day, ok? People will be like what? Then, just show them this short

[@RDB_1620]

Tell that to the "transexuals"

[@dathebjesoms2258]

​@@RDB_1620 that's different, and too soon. First they need to be more accepted.

[@edpoolwilson9522]

There's actually a children's book called "All Cats Have Asperger's"!!! It was one of my favorite books growing up as an autistic child 😂

[@laura-gp3gv]

From someone who works with both he is 💯. In the nicest possible way❤

[@WaterVolt1917]

I have autism and I have to admit this is very accurate lmao

[@xbleepxbloopx3411]

Same here. It was my first thought 🤣

[@GodBlessYourSoul777]

💯

[@AshIzDead]

same here absolutely accurate

[@CrystalTrinidad]

Pretty factual 🤣

[@LilChuunosuke]

I have described myself as a cat countless times 😭😭 Though i think its the fault of people misreading my body language why they arent sure if i like them or not LOL.

[@winterwithawhyknudsen5166]

I love how he’s so respectful when talking about disabilities

[@danil.8753]

He drops the r word while pretending to be Trump. He's just another fucking bully.

[@wisptaps1953]

I love Shane, he always speaks from personal experience on these topics

[@chcarroll5164]

I'm so glad he finds himself funny.

[@lachutequimarche8074]

I’ve been working in special ed for 15 years and it’s pretty spot on. Love my kids!

[@lynnette64]

I have 2 autistic brothers and have worked in the industry for over 30 yrs. This is the best description ever!!!!

[@The1stKing]

I love how he laughs at his own jokes! Looks more relatable that way. 😊

[@CountJeezy]

Shane coached a basketball team at the special olympics for 4 years. He is not trying to be disrespectful and its a funny joke.

[@dr.anthonyfauci5280]

100% and objectively speaking it’s 10,000% true

[@CountJeezy]

@cactusmalone Theo Von beat Down Syndrome, and he doesn't even know enough about it to make jokes like this.

[@Rowsy91]

Thanks tips 😂

[@Dog_gone_it]

You cab be funny and disrespectful at the same time. It's not up to you to decide.

[@experssion123]

​@@Dog_gone_it yeah, we know, but you get over it because you know it's just a comedian, and not to take it personally

[@VectraMedia]

As a father of an autistic kid and a kid with Down syndrome I can confirm

[@Derek_Wyld]

Catdog 💀 ❤

[@sterlingfartwell5725]

Damn bro put those genes to rest

[@bandolando3265]

my guy please do not have a 3rd kid

[@JadaMoats]

Have as many as you want

[@Maaad-maaan]

Bro ran out of genes on the second one

[@biosaber585]

New meaning brought to the phrase "he got that dog in him"

[@rosalynrendon4785]

I have an autistic son. I agree with the analogy. Our boy is almost 30. Everything is always on his terms. More often than not. He could care less if your around. Lol. My friends with downs kiddos are so excited to see us. I love it!!!

[@xanderdelion]

As someone who has been around a few Down Syndrome kids, they really be so open and optimistic about almost everything. I still have a piece of paper at my house a random DS kid gave it to me at the bus, telling me it's both an invitation and a gift. ❤

[@vg1771]

I have a friend who has a daughter with Downs, and she is always so happy to see me, which isn't often. She melts my heart!

[@ninabizness8846]

as a parent of two kiddos with autism... I spit out my coffee 😂 so much like cats... one thinks they're the queen of the house the other just glares at you while on his tablet 😂 ❤ it's okay to laugh

[@wezreplex0]

Be sure to give them support when they hyper fixate on something, we tend to get board without support.

[@dylanwilliams4960]

❤

[@RashidG1985]

WTF?

[@ninabizness8846]

@@RashidG1985 What?

[@OfficialDoctorHawk]

@@wezreplex0Yep

[@dirk1998]

The analogy is perfect, I have autism and It's something I'm aware of to an extent, but constantly hear from people. "I can't get a read on you, Do you not like people, I'm not bothering you am I you're just really quiet." I've been around people with down syndrome and they are completely hyped at all moments, sometimes a bit over hyped but yea they are enjoying every moment.

[@memphiskash]

this is why Shane Gillis is goated. there's nothing tryhard about his comedy and its always just some type of funny/keen observation about life

[@DarkMuj]

He’s goated… but he’s also bloated 🐋

[@yunggoosbumps215]

And it's never mean spirited, he just observes the reality and compares and contrasts the differences.

[@freethinker233]

goated? as in greatest of all time? You really need to watch more stand-up

[@lordhuebi]

@@freethinker233 People use "goat" and "goated" more liberally these days, it doesn't mean they literally mean he's the greatest of all time.

[@ThatGuy-oc4mv]

@@freethinker233anybody who watches copious amounts of stand up knows Shane will go down as top 5 to ever do it

[@lindseysadler863]

It’s honestly the best comedic whole hearted way of describing the interactions you have, I have two brothers with autism and they are justtttt like cats 🐈 lmfao put some food out and check if they ate it! They have grown to be open but honestly it’s up to you to be involved/forward with understanding their lives and feelings. Please let me me emphasize“THEIR” interests. If you never bond with them on what they are into/probably obsessed with you will never understand them as a person. I believe relationships are about patience and accountability, but hearing/listening/consideration is most important! Love is patient and kind it does not envy nor boast. Everyone deserves love especially those who give it in all ways without even understanding its full weight, they just have integrity to the highest degree! They deserve to be protected and are respected members of our community/society that people take for granted!

[@SpookyTanukiGaming]

People with Down syndrome are some of the nicest people I’ve met.

[@KA-qw5cv]

Hand down! Genuine people!

[@pamoweiberezi5315]

What choice do they---nevermind

[@jeremysiron9622]

For sure…Angels

[@ComicXanz]

Shane Gills is the nicest I’ve met.

[@xavierlehew6746]

There's always sincere, and almost always positive at any given moment. Lovely people.

[@ButchBrown7]

That's a great analogy 👏👏👏

[@Makibishi93]

Guy gives me faith in humanity. This is 100% accurate.

[@dustincaso6781]

100% spot on, at least when it comes to the autism. I have 4 cats and my son is non verbal autistic. It is most definitely like herding cats with him sometimes

[@Ashutt92]

It’s hard to justify anyone funnier then Shane Gillis right now I think he’s better then almost every big name out there.

[@InnerDness]

I think Louis and Chappelle beat him out but theyve been doing it for thirty years, Shane's on like year 12 and he just start3d headlining in the last three. In his generation I think he's tied with Normand and the Shaman

[@bartard5199]

@@InnerDnessglad to see some mark appreciation

[@InnerDness]

@Stuatetwo I haven't really heard his stand-up. Putting him up there was mostly me kidding around but he's a severely overlooked podcast host

[@InnerDness]

@Stuatetwo no I'm agreeing with you. Like I said, I haven't seen his stand up but he's been doing it

[@InnerDness]

@Stuatetwo no YOU ARE

[@smooothjazzz]

This one gained sentience

[@almister]

Downs people are pure souls and prove there is goodness in us all somewhere.

[@theredamigo5011]

Until you make one mad, then you better watch out

[@PNWGoodvibes]

One of the best sets I’ve seen. The way he slowly got rolling was crazy

[@Rosiepooh75]

As a person with ASD, I approve this message 😂

[@ChuckDeniyo]

No one asked.

[@Rosiepooh75]

@@ChuckDeniyo wow... Didn't realize someone could take offense at absolutely nothing. Kudos to you 😂

[@deancauley5745]

​@@ChuckDeniyoNo one asked for your comment either bud

[@turtleanton6539]

Same😊

[@Caden432]

As someone who's actually autistic this is js true and I approve it too

[@thomasandersen5349]

As a former volunteer at the special olympics, and having a nephew on the spectrum - nonverbal, very introverted, can be a handful if errands are to be run... I concur with Shane's joke's underlying truths. Keep'em coming Shane!

[@mariabrown6890]

It's humor. If you can find it it the worst of life's situations,it makes living them a little easier. Like a pressure cooker,you gotta get some release.

[@recoveringintrovert717]

My brother is autistic. He is far from the worst of life's situations. He's one of the best people I know and the world's a little better for having him in it

[@phalspar]

@@recoveringintrovert717 comedy in general can drive people mad, when all it’s intended for is that beautiful buildup and release of tension

[@LaurenPlitUK]

So inspiring seeing a Downs Syndrome comedian crushing it ❤ best in the world rn

[@thebeardyyc]

As someone with ASD, and as someone who had an uncle with down's syndrome, I can say this is very accurate 😂

[@gaiseric9518]

I can't even count the amount of friends I've unintentionally ghosted cause of autism.

[@DiamondEyeMcGee]

Same but no ‘tism, I’m just Irish

[@gaiseric9518]

@@DiamondEyeMcGee Aye, I’m Irish also, maybe you are on to something.

[@Batchall_Accepted]

​​@@DiamondEyeMcGeeI'm telling ye we could make a fucking national sport out of being MIA, I never even considered being abroad for years at a time with no contact was weird till an american pointed it out to me Cause with people back home you just sort of pick up again like both happened

[@Gojeto346]

This is fucking hilarious, I definitely feel like that’s how I come off to people at first, and having worked with many Down syndrome kids, they are just as lovable and loyal as dogs. Shane Gillis is a fucking gem

[@fury_saves_world]

Yr @ checks out

[@rumham2834]

Dawgs

[@Mindmartyr]

Shane is one of the best comics of this day

[@xbleepxbloopx3411]

As someone who has struggled to describe what it's like being high-functioning autistic I think this may be the best example I've heard yet lmfao 🤣🤣🤣

[@johanstinson]

"Basically I'm exactly like a cat." 😂😂😂 In those terms it makes it easier for people who aren't familiar with autism to wrap their minds around it. The easiest way to get people to jnderstand the unknown is to compare it to something they're familiar with.

[@WalkingWithTheSavior]

Omg I’m roaring! Our son who has Downs literally waits with the dog at the door when dad pulls up and then go straight for a bike ride around the neighborhood. No lie!!! 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@kingbenjamin92]

Shane is pure hilariousness 🤣🤣🤣

[@alaura_croft]

I say this all the time!! My son is non verbal autistic, and this is so spot on!

[@tuwuesday]

as an autistic cat lady, this feels very accurate

[@Orbowitz]

Oh good lord

[@POISON_IVWY]

truwu

[@007megaoof]

I can see that

[@NickPules]

He's right my cousin has it and hes the best, most loving person I ever met. I think it's more like a superpower than a disability.

[@bonkers5451]

NO. I don’t want to be rude, but please never say that again. (Keep in mind with everything that I am about to say, that I have autism.) Saying these types of disabilities are “superpowers,” or what I often see, “different abilities,” is a really bad way of looking at it. Saying they are superpowers implies they are helpful, and for most people with ASD or other kinds of disabilities, it is most certainly not. Can they help excel in certain things like logic and maturity? Yeah. I for one have an improved sense of logic and reasoning due to this, but the downsides weigh down the upsides tenfold. Its very hurtful to tell others that these types of disabilities are good, as it hurts people’s perception of it, and undermines the actual problems. I’m so happy that you can accept your cousin, and that you speak of him so highly, but please don’t speak about how it affects people. The affected group will explain it. Thank you for reading this ❤

[@somnolentverve2183]

This explains why my friends always get me cat related presents

[@The_Gallowglass]

::throws a mouse toy:: :D

[@MrAnnihilatior86]

A man talking about his different disabilitys heart warming.

[@Br00kynWI]

As someone that is a little of both I approve

[@childrenofbodom33333]

you either have an extra chromosome or you dont😂 you cant be a lil downey

[@Orbowitz]

Mr biologically anomaly over here

[@ImRickDangerous]

How do you have a little 3rd 21st chromosome?

[@Hans_Hamon]

It’s funny, because it’s TRUE!!! 😂

[@peterfernandez5173]

Down syndrome kids also love food! My favorite people ever 😊

[@2244yuy]

I’m autistic. I’ll give you skidish part but I’m very welcoming to people as long they aren’t going to create drama and any hard problems with me.

[@2244yuy]

I’m a dog guy. I act like one. My dog is very skidish too. Because of the same people. We love them, but at least I don’t got brain damage like him. Getting kicked in the head with a boot does it. He used to remember how to do paw, but still will use his claws to make it painful if you try stop hugging him.

[@Mario_1611]

He's not wrong 😂

[@tammydavis56]

My niece is Down syndrome and I love visiting her because she will show me Everything new she has gotten in the past year!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@medianoche3]

AuDHD, can confirm. • We only talk a lot if we like you. • We will come in for snuggles but will bite you if you move wrong. • That object was knocked down for science. • If you're our person, your face is our space.

[@LadyNprince]

Ok I’m either autistic… or a cat.

[@trapabar19]

Straight FACTS! I’m the same as you my friend. AuDHD. What do you find typically for interests. I don’t typically come across people that have the AuDHD side. Almost feels like you can’t relate to autistic people but understand them totally and then you can’t relate to people with ADHD because you need that seclusion(introversion for thought) but then you find somebody then just immediately hit it off when it’s combined. Just like perfect harmony.

[@medianoche3]

@trapabar19 Right?!? It's like being a weird hybrid that people don't think properly exists. It feels like it all depends on what part of the brain is feeling most motivated at the time; which in turn makes you question your diagnosis. Until you're talking to a muggle and they're like "Oh no you're definitely xyz". My consistent interests are video games and books. Mostly FPS and RPG, though Minecraft is a wonderful escape where it feels like i have control and my diagnosis doesn't exist. My when the mood strikes interests are leatherwork, soap making, tattooing, coin magic and sewing though. I can't even count the hours I spent learning them. What about you?

[@medianoche3]

@@LadyNprince yes...

[@kellymallory33]

As a big sister to a Down Syndrome, I approved this message !❤!

[@minaashido518]

I’m autistic You don’t have to guess whether I like ya if you come in my general vicinity I will do whatever I can (within reason) to leave

[@minaashido518]

My primary method is purposely smelling bad so nobody wants to come near me in the first place

[@Yungmoneypods]

When he stares off you can tell he’s fighting hard against Down syndrome

[@illosophie]

Straight up, much love to all DS kids.

[@TheDLK]

Shane looks fkin smashed lol

[@Dom-pi1gj]

He himself has Down syndrome

[@TylerWigle-kn8yu]

Exactly what I thought when I clicked it 😂

[@brandonthompson5796]

Nah that's just the downs hitting their peak 😂

[@123alphadude]

It’s funny cause Shane has gone through so much with his downs.

[@BurtEastwoodJr]

I’ve always wanted a black Down syndrome kid but I live in an apartment at the moment. He’d deserve a yard to play in

[@benfletcher8100]

I’ve had a couple times where someone with Down syndrome would just come up to me, say hi and give me a hug, it’s amazing

[@gramrapids4026]

Lol its a joke

[@ONUGC5DUMVZGS3THEBTG64RANVQXFR]

As a autistic kid I will never tell you if I like you

[@K1NG-976]

I’m autistic And it’s a spectrum my iq is actually very high 140 or more but not everybody with autism is dumb I consider my smarts to autism and adhd

[@cmsmith1031]

Considering how much you just misunderstood what he said, I wouldn’t go around bragging about your high IQ.

[@totallynotpaul6211]

"my iq is 140 or more" alright buddy, I believe you 😂💀

[@coleyaffee]

He never called autistic people dumb in this clip

[@marinatedweasel5424]

Lmao 😂

[@shit_tiger]

He doesn't say anything about intelligence AT ALL.

[@vanitas8271]

It's so gratifying to see someone with Down doing standup

[@GroguDad]

This joke was already done b4 and lot more tasteful

[@Raldazzar2]

what was distasteful about this? grow up

[@GroguDad]

@@Raldazzar2 telling someone else to grow up for their opinion? Yeah we see who's the adult here 👌🏿😂

[@Vennillion]

@@GroguDad by who?

[@GroguDad]

@@Vennillion Ron Funchess

[@gramrapids4026]

There jokes aren't even close to the same. Ron talks about his son Shane talks about the group of kids he coached in the special Olympics.. You're stating a fale narrative.

[@rashputin1]

He did that smooth. He’s a likable funny man

[@sheilaheckman391]

This is Disgusting!!!

[@jeffeverts]

This is comedy, get over yourself!

[@wegotmonkey444]

First off. Sheila, this is comedy. Second, he's not coming from an ignorant standpoint. He has a close family member with down syndrome, and his wife works closely with the disabled community. This is such a positive light as far as a joke could go. I do t know what your problem is. It's important to treat them like everyone else anf joke with them. They get uncomfortable if you try to baby them

[@cmsmith1031]

@@wegotmonkey444 Shane isn’t married..

[@justinakers3196]

no it's not sit down

[@wegotmonkey444]

@@cmsmith1031 whatever his gf lol. She's managing a Cafe in Mechanicsville that employs people with downsyndrome to run the joint

[@TheBarrelsBottom]

Yeah, he's right. I do spend most of my time alone, sleeping or being distrustful of outside noises. I think that comparison is pretty spot on.

[@NoobToob2014]

I went to kindergarten with a kid who has down syndrome. He lived in the same neighborhood as me and even though we never hung out after that 1 year together when we were 5, he would stop and say hi every time he saw me, EVERY. TIME. Man I love that guy

[@abbybush6065]

As an older sister to a little brother with Down syndrome I can %100 agree and say YES everytime I get home from school, he rushes to me and asks me all these questions before talking about his own day, he then proceeds to have the energy of a dog and runs absolutely everywhere. He it the most amazing, strong, funniest, and just wonderful kid ever and I love him with all my heart ❤️

[@EllisHudsonn]

This man is a national treasure. And an mde fan 😂

[@stu7139]

As a fellow autistic member I support this message

[@tannersharp643]

he speaks from experience for both, he snuck into a special meeds group at a game and no 1 questioned it

[@cassie05]

He’s not wrong. Autism people are fairly difficult sometimes because they’re all so different to work with and the needs are different. Downs? Dude, he’s on point. They’re so happy and excited about everything for the most part and just enjoy life. 2 downs cousins and they are my absolute favorites. The best people I’ve ever worked with who have disabilities are the downs people. 💜

[@jbro95]

The fact that this was improv 🫡

[@MaxanArchyRandomXenic]

As an autistic person... yeah we're cats

[@tylerskarzenski3062]

I work with adults with autism for a living and every bit he has about autism is beyond spot on

[@alec6948]

Just remember he did this on the fly. This generation's goat for sure

[@ImRickDangerous]

Came to make the same comment! He pulled that out off a crowd suggestion. He’s a master of the craft 😊

[@SirrCommander]

The cameraman laughing and the camera shaking is hilarious 😂

[@robertstewart6085]

Shane is hilarious and respectful

[@williambenton9959]

Shane is giggling at the end imagining his Uncle Danny chasing that ball 😂😂

[@VillagerPlaystationVita]

I have autism and used to be in my schools sped program and i can relate so much!! Down syndrome kids are actually really fun, they LOVE candy and pepsi

[@francismeowgannou5322]

Best dog comedian out there

[@StudMacher78]

“Yeah, yeah yea yea yea!!!!” Damn that’s so true 😂😂😂

[@minddweller]

Shane definitely off the molly on this one

[@brucewayne2255]

This is spot on

[@mineduck3050]

It is a true observation. You can understand well when being analogous. Gives you a baseline for everything you apply it to.

[@p.al.o4437]

I feel like Shane gives a great point of view on some of most stupid questions we ask ourself in our heads. The first thoughts are always so funny. Kind of genius.

[@zakmickens3467]

My favorite part is when he talked his best childhood memories at the end, of chasing a ball..

[@michaeljanes3661]

My daughter has downs & autism . She is a true delight. She can read and write. She is artistic and loves dancing. Be careful how portray people. I dont appreciate this portrail by this comedian , my daughter is not a cat or dog. She is a person with feelings & emotions Maybe I am very sensitive , my daughter and countless millions of special people need love & support. Every day is a challenge. They are brave in heart but also vulnerable. They face challenges every day . Please be kind & respectful to our special people in our communities. Signed by a loving ❤️ father .

[@Sigh95]

Life is a constant ride of ups and downs

[@THEROOKIELOVER1]

I hate when ppl make fun of ppl with Down syndrome they can’t help it and they still put on a smile for everyone

[@eyes2c..519]

They really are the life of every day if your around them enough they love having a great time 😂

[@billjoch01]

This is terribly yet hilariously accurate 😂😂😂

[@fefyfefingtion1530]

My big sister believes I’m like a golden retriever dog,and to be honest she’s not wrong I’m always getting my family at the door,always happy,and lots of energy

[@Emma_Sooo]

No im not skittish excessively I just refuse to listen to commands even though i can hear someone and what they are saying But i can't look them in the eye because it's distracting to me I would rather not have to process listening, consistent eye contact, and then responding Which can be especially difficult if i am intimidated by the person i am talking to

[@chonchoeify]

It sounds like a cat typed this message

[@Ajax2696]

I used to have a cousin who had Down syndrome and she loved Mexican wrestling. She would be so excited to show us her collections and stuff it was hella fun.