Why Comedians Are Obsessed With Death - Ricky Gervais Explains

Stephen talks to Ricky Gervais about how the pandemic put Ricky's stage show on hold for a while, but didn't really change the jokes because he loves talking about evergreen subjects like life and death. Stick around more with Ricky Gervais, and check out his new standup comedy special, "SuperNature," premiering May 24th on Netflix. #Colbert #SuperNature #RickyGervais
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[@zyzzyvacation]

Ricky once famously said: "Just because you're offended, doesn't mean you're right."

[@LeoDragon34]

I love watching these two ‘sparring’. Two very intelligent guys who, despite their differences of beliefs, respect each other. It’s refreshing, if increasingly rare nowadays.

[@NewMessage]

Not to mention that it's respectful to the audience to trust them to be smart enough to get it. And he does. Good on 'im.

[@tropicalaquarium5807]

They should restart their conversation about God. 😄

[@alphajava761]

"We create our own heros and villains as role playing for the soul and that's what makes us stronger". Ricky's depth is as great as his humor.

[@4tdaz]

If only Stephen saw the irony...

[@jonathanmccoll4512]

Ricky's point of surviving bad things with humour is exemplified by the whole Ukrainian tractor/Russian tank meme.

[@Hopster1]

While I might get a lot of flack for saying this I believe it to be true, “The more intelligent you are the more you’re able to appreciate and understand comedy.” The fact that people are attacking comedians nowadays says a lot about society’s intelligence at the moment.

[@scottcarlass8887]

Absolutely adore this piece of, let's say, explanation. Not often enough do I find that people truly appreciate the art of irony.

[@phyzik1800]

Gervais is one of the smartest and intellectually thought provoking comedians today, and probably far into the future.... And I am proud to call myself an Atheist along side him...

[@Dysiode]

2:40

[@anatasiabeaverhausen7942]

Again, Ricky delivers. “Humour, role play for the soul” 🔥

[@LORGSW6]

I could never get enough of Ricky Gervais!

[@letzgo7631]

The man is a genius 👏 After life both seasons are brilliant.

[@MaidenHelll]

I love Ricky’s laugh

[@suzannefarrington4143]

Love that Stephen references a first century Roman public intellectual in a discussion about comedy. These deep AND silly juxtapositions are what keep me coming back.

[@NediSafa]

His show 'Derek' is one of the most heartwarming and uplifting things I've ever seen. It's worth seeking out and watching.

[@eponymousIme]

Brilliant observation by Gervais at

[@JuiceMyRandomness]

I love when these two have great chats. They are so different but in the best way.

[@Tanavids]

Ricky Gervais is always so refreshing and interesting. After Life is one of the best shows I've seen - i watch it whenever I need the right kind of crying, release. But also I'm a lot like Ricky (from what I've seen) and the cynicism and fedupedness I feel I get to vicariously experience through his character.