The Five Most Illogical People You Meet on the Internet

[@MelissaDougherty]

Meet Red Herring- The logical fallacy that LOVES to change the subject to take the focus off of the actual point. Called a 'Red Herring' as a visual for a strong-smelling fish used to throw hounds off the scent, when someone is guilty of this fallacy, they are changing the subject, using irrelevant information to distract you, sending you down a rabbit trail you never intended. (Points to you if you can guess what Red's earrings are made out of!) Meet Character Assassinator/Ad Hominem- The logical fallacy that we see all too often that attacks the person and their shortcomings instead of discussing the actual argument. They love to name-call and accuse rather than actually face the real argument. Meet Self-Defeater- If they only knew how they sounded... This is someone who defeats their own position... BY their own position! The kicker? They don't even realize it. This fallacy fails to meet its own standard and cannot live up to its own criteria. (Shout-out to my 7-year old for letting me destroy her headband with a cheap arrow and to our pet chickens for lending some feathers. You a real one.) Meet Strawman- This fallacy just loves to misrepresent others' arguments because they're easier to attack than the real one. They end up arguing against a false or distorted version of the argument rather than the argument itself. Meet Gish Galloper- This fallacy is truly a magician of words, flamethrowing objections, questions, and arguments to overwhelm you, making it impossible to actually combat each argument in a reasonable amount of time. Giddy up. They have a false superiority of their position as a result. (Gish and Red are basically besties.)

[@AvaCalhoun]

this video is the best thing i’ve seen this year 😂 and I have many “character assassinator” commenters on my channel. even My own family attacks my character when I make videos about topics through a Biblical view. and you said the EXACT things I think such as: “do you have any thing to say about the actual topic or are you just wanting to attack me as a person?” I am always happy to hear constructive criticism, I would NEVER want to cause someone to stumble, But The approach isn’t effective and it’s isn’t productive to slam someone’s character. It’s sad, but we already know people won’t like us because they hated Jesus first!

[@bengochea64]

I loved this! 😆 on point, for sure!

[@HubsWoman]

Oh my goodness Miss Melissa! Haha! This video, was Perfect 🤩. You are Blessed! 💕... Thank you for the Time and effort , you put in To making your videos and not to mention all the research that you do to share with your viewers…

[@mistermurtad2831]

I have run into the Red Herring a lot when discussing the Kyle Rittenhouse case. "If he had been black . . ." It has nothing to do with the innocence or guilt of the event, but is used as an argument. SMH.

[@noahjones5600]

I can't for the life of me figure out what the earrings are made of. Now I wanna know.

[@Ale_Bale_Bee]

Arguing with people online is like playing chess with a pigeon; they poop all over the board & then strut about like they won anyway!

[@cyohe8643]

🤣

[@IzzyNChrist]

LOL

[@tourmaline7385]

True. People do it in political discussions as well.

[@zoebrugg7594]

(Flashback to that one 4th of July....) Never again get in a KZbin argument, just let nature take its course. Love the pigeon analogy by the way.

[@wateredeggs8198]

LMBOOOO. Why is this so true?!

[@bsmb2017]

I think every philosophy of religion class should show this clip.

[@LouisaWatt]

Yes!

[@Overthisworld7]

🤣 Honestly if there was an anti-Christ squad of religious spirits, all these would be accurate, always showing up to attack when the truth is presented 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ChristianityExplained]

Yes, my old Philosophy professor would have loved this video!

[@duanerichards9404]

I think some people will do whatever it takes to keep them from believing in God. It's not a logic issue. It's a heart issue.

[@lorrainedaloba7292]

Seriously, you can give them the proof and evidence that they ask for and still reply with a " you don't have any evidence" or " that's not enough evidence" and I just face palm myself. BUT... I shall pray for them.

[@brando3342]

Uh oh…. I hear someone else joining the chat… it’s Dichotomy… Mrs. False Dichotomy 😁

[@RealAtheology]

Could you explain to me why you don't think this is an Ad-Hominem or Straw-man of Atheists?

[@tired_buthappy]

It can be both.

[@duanerichards9404]

@@RealAtheology 2 things: 1. the Bible reveals the heart of man. #2 the Bible also says that the heart is deceitful above all things. When you put both of those two things together and combine it with what scripture also says in Romans 1- that the evidence of God is clearly seen by all - we can know that #1 everybody deep down in their heart knows there's a God #2 those who say there is not, know it as well but are not going to reveal it to any Christian and will only deceive themselves when they try. We don't have to figure out what somebody else is thinking. The Bible reveals it for us.

[@brando3342]

“But, what does that have to do with the price of eggs in China?” 😂😂😂😂

[@casabrick7093]

That cracked me up 😂, you can tell is Distraction talking, good Job Melissa 😊❤

[@unapologeticapologetics6953]

THEM EATING THE POPCORN HAD ME DYING LOL

[@cyohe8643]

I know, right?

[@MelissaDougherty]

🍿🍿🍿

[@HannahLiMarie]

Thankful we're alive to see such wholesome content☺ Thank you Jesus!~

[@thebeatagp]

Super creative and so true!! Great job on this one.

[@MelissaDougherty]

Thanks brother! ☺️

[@alaysiab]

“I hope people actually read the well researched and evidence backed article.” Yeaaaa that never happens lol

[@Malhaloc]

That's perhaps the most illogical thing said in this skit.

[@scholasticbookfair.]

@@Malhaloc elaborate. When you make a point you elaborate.

[@Malhaloc]

@@scholasticbookfair. "I hope people read this article and give me constructive feedback" is an unrealistic expectation on the internet, which is the joke and point of the video above. Because it's an unrealistic expectation, it is illogical that she expects it, therefore, the statement as previously quoted is the most illogical sentence stated in said video.

[@scholasticbookfair.]

@@Malhaloc Well said

[@SweetiePieTweety]

AND Melissa took advantage of the post Halloween costume store sales for this one!!! Brilliant. Hope some emojis creator uses a screen shot to emojis those lovely personas for future throw back 🤣

[@alisachilders]

I love it ...this is so amazing!!!

[@ubombogirl]

thanks so much for giving her the "go for it" to use your idea. love your stuff. :)

[@katherinepolite1807]

I have a question. It's about Jesus being a descendant of David but Mary is not David's descendant, Joseph is but he is not Jesus biological child. If Mary wS I direct descendant of David then that would make Jesus a direct descendant of King David. Pls direct me or explain it to me. This question never really came up to me with any thought but now I want to understand better. Thank you

[@trishwragg848]

@@katherinepolite1807 read gospels Matthew and Luke .....the answer is there

[@ursulasmith6402]

This is incredible, she is showing the typical, mislead internet freaks.

[@tired_buthappy]

I can’t imagine how much work goes into filming these and they are so good! Thank you, Melissa. 💛

[@MelissaDougherty]

I learned how to edit from an external hard drive so it was waaaaaay easier this time!

[@kennypryce4617]

Indeed. Very well done

[@kennypryce4617]

@@MelissaDougherty Ahhhh. Interesting

[@selahchunem8447]

And the good news great production that has nothing to do with Hollywood! 😆

[@IzzyNChrist]

@@selahchunem8447 Thank God for that!

[@joanborger702]

I love these skits. Their teachings, and humor are as sharp as the arrows. ❤

[@jimmyboy131]

The arrows have suckers on the end. BUT...your point is still valid (pun intended). Surely I've exemplified an interweb archetype annoyance... (the Professor?)

[@rakastellar8955]

The red herring wig is hilarious! I love how much effort you put into these comedy videos. They are very creative. "It sounds like you need a Snickers bar" 🤣 🤣 🤣This is gold. The straw(wo)man is the best of all. Please more of these! 😊 ♥️

[@arp1247]

Brilliantly put together Melissa. Just brilliant.

[@kimsteel366]

Red herring: "So, politics...." Everyone else in unison: "NO!!!" 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@BecauseHeLovedMe1st]

Girl, those costumes... You are already brilliant imo, and you have taken that to a new level. Bravo 👏 😊❤️😘

[@christydunaway1207]

Hi, Melissa. I don't comment much, but I watch most of your content. I thank you so much for being such an incredible role model. You're one of the few ministers I can share with my daughters without question, because I know it isn't going to be heresy! We desperately need more women to stand up and speak truth! You've taught us all a lot. Love your stuff. Thank you.

[@jaquirox6579]

I love your comment sister! And I totally agree. I’m glad u have found a safe niche to share with your daughters. My son is only 5, so we aren’t quite to that point yet, but I hope we continue to get more strong females ministering for the blessing of us all. ♥️🙏🏽

[@christydunaway1207]

@@jaquirox6579 Amen to that!!!! 5 is such a fun age. We have grandkids nearing that age now. :) Super fun!!

[@thepurpletree8021]

Your satire is always spot on, but this is officially my favorite!! The constant changes of Gish Galloper’s wardrobe had me rolling!!

[@aerialpunk]

Yeah me too! It was a nice touch lol

[@megalopolis2015]

Yeah, this was pretty brilliant.

[@michaelreitenga5727]

Funny and truth. What's not to like? Solid stuff, Melissa.

[@robh3007]

Back in the 80's, A&W once ran an ad to compete with McDonald's Quarter Pounder. A&W offered a 1/3 pound burger for less money than the McD's Quarter Pounder. The ad campaign was soon deemed a failure and abandoned, because it turned out too many people actually thought 1/4 lb. was more burger than 1/3 lb. This is why I don't argue with people online.

[@unapologeticapologetics6953]

I love how accurate this is.

[@emilyamguenther]

Yessss Melissa this is ART! I love your sense of humour😂

[@caramelunicorn8023]

The accuracy of this is phenomenal

[@keeshlon]

You are one of many answers to my prayer for young Christians to rise up and obey God. I see more young people such as yourself doing what God has called you to do. God bless you!

[@machomota]

Those five illogical folks on this skit represents the internet trolls that many of us are dealing with when we post something that contradict someone's else's viewpoints or popular belief. Good video, madam

[@thetruedaoster8863]

That was several steps up from the skit on Women's Bible studies, great job, Melissa :) I did start wondering, 'Which one of the five is Emma?' Then I see all five of them and I'm like, 'Ah, OK'

[@JabberW00kie]

This is so spot on with what I’ve dealt with every time I try to use reason and logic when defending the faith. It really does dampen my enthusiasm for countering ridiculous objections or even entering the conversation, which is sad.

[@0nly0NE.]

Casting pearls before swine? You can tell pretty quickly if the conversation/debate is going to go anywhere. Sometimes I respond only in case someone else is reading and it provides as good oportunity to share truth. But many people aren't worth continuing conversations with as they aren't actually searching for truth.

[@fredweber6585]

We should Always pray for God's Holy Spirit to guide us in Our daily lives, and especially when defending our Christian Faith

[@TheSarahskaninchen]

@@0nly0NE. yes i use the Same tactics when arguing with e.g. Covid ignorants. Sometimes i have to write down some facts to share even If it probably IS a waste of time. Always a Matter of what is important

[@brookesmith5913]

Oh Melissa, you’ve done it again! Beautiful job I was hanging on every word

[@petalblossom96]

I love the way Character Assassinator is still applying makeup as she lands 1:43 🤣🤣

[@sylvia4425]

I sooooo look forward to these humorous satires! They crush it every time. Your humor is amazing and makes the point every time. I'm still laughing from the other satire video of 1st Century Christian talking to Modern Day Christian! lol LOL lol😂🤣 You're brilliant, girl! ❤️👍

[@tiwongedimba5900]

You need a tv show this is funny yet educative🤣🤣we need more christian comedy for us believers👏👏good job

[@kayhamilton3947]

This is hilarious thank you 😂 also really want to take a second to applaud the edits and costume changes. Very well done.

[@esierra451]

Thanks for doing these Melissa, I am sure they take a lot of work...so funny, useful, and in point!! 👊😆

[@gloriavalentine3849]

That was priceless and precious ... you out did yourself with that one !!!

[@emryswilliams9190]

This is so true; why do so many people use these fallacies and call them an argument?

[@thatprocrastinatingwriter6995]

And this is why I don’t bother with arguing online. It’s a complete waist of time. Debating people in person is way more affective.

[@heathers4961]

You deserve an award for these skits. Brilliant. Thank you!

[@erickelly7165]

I can't believe how many characters she can juggle. Good Job! Also great video!

[@keithedester8589]

I seem to struggle every time I post spiritual topics. You just showed us five devils that try to stop us. Thanks for all you do!

[@pamelamusante5343]

Love you Melissa. Great Job. Facial expressions are absolutely 💯 right on. Eye rolling😂😂😂😂😂 popcorn, almost choked 🥴love your humor ❤️👏👏👏👏👏

[@jenniferwilson9129]

These satires are EVERYTHING 😂🙌🏼🔥🔥🔥🙏🏼

[@VictorianMetalGirl]

So funny! Gishgalloper is my favorite, especially how her costume was always changing. lol. Keep up the awesome content.

[@MsBea100]

This was hilarious. I just love the facial expressions. Please do more of these …. Very educational

[@caitlin6151]

You are so intelligent and talented, but I actually think I watch these satires for the faces you make when you are doing different characters.

[@joelunruh6534]

@5:38 when trolls rejoice at other trolls fallacious arguments. "The crowd is untruth" - Søren Keirkegaard

[@curryandapint]

Intro: definition of satirical (I'm from the UK and satirical is a basic form of communication) but great video. I always intoduce my friend (who was my best man) as the "only man to survive a brain removal and can still talk". That just bigs him up.

[@davidyoung9774]

Melissa, it's a joy to see your channel content grow professionally in truth and humility.

[@rosennahickman6511]

This was amazing, thank you! I’m most distressed when Christians use some of these tactics to support social justice and all the unbiblical conclusions it births. I’m learning to defend my faith thanks to your and others contributions.

[@aerialpunk]

I hear you man. I like, *felt* it when the character assassin came out because when talking politics with woke Christians, that really *is* their favourite tactic! (Maybe that's part of why it made me laugh so much too haha)

[@kinalynch6857]

Oh my word! This is amazing!! 😆😂 Soooooo true!!! Good job Melissa!

[@kelleyginter9390]

The pitchfork in the background, nailed it!

[@MonLeeMane]

😱 Melissa you have no idea how philosophically brilliant this is!

[@prallencreative]

Hahaha! Sharing with my Apologetics class! Great job Melissa!!!

[@destinycoach5]

Hahaa hysterical. Also... I was gonna type the question asking about the red herring cuz I didn't know what it was and you answered it in description. Great job!!!

[@ahhitskatie9094]

Lol this was a little too accurate! 😵‍💫 thank you for the chuckle this morning. So needed. Loved the video!

[@matthewfunk6658]

This was completely awesome, thanks for some really good laughs!!!

[@MsNZgal]

I love the creative way you make your point Emma. Well done. I think we can all relate to this.

[@stefandriesner5026]

I'm showing this to my kids. This is brilliant. 😂

[@SCG12304]

Lol I needed a good long chuckle today, thanks Melissa. God bless you.

[@redbull83910]

Holy cow this is great! You can tell you put a lot of work into the production as well.

[@dianeschnur9594]

As usual, your humor is totally on point! Love it! Keep it coming!

[@SpaceCadet4Jesus]

You had pegged me with the first character at the keyboard, Mr. Precise Overachiever, thinking people will read and change after an unassailable logical and factual presentation. Then I recognized from the scars of innumerable previous encounters all of the other characters. Yep, I felt right at home.

[@beverlygonzalez7842]

THAT WAAS THE BEST!! I just found your awesome channel! You have a new fan!

[@valeriemckenna1]

Oh Melissa I absolutely love this I was giggling 🤭 thank you. You have made my morning. And yes we run into these individuals a lot but didn’t know they had names. Thank you hope you have a blessed day

[@gospelfreak5828]

I’ve seen every single one of these. Love the skit. Thank yous

[@angeladyson7367]

Wow! Did you just got the nail on the head in the most thorough way! It really is a headache isn't it when people use these kinds of arguments! Thanks for this encouraging video Melissa. ♥️

[@Niki-mo1wf]

This has me laughing out loud, brilliant, I needed this today! Lol Thank you Melissa!!

[@truthwarrior7934]

I have come ACROSS these types of characters too!! Sadly, some of these ppl. like to argue with CHRISTAIN'S, just to get them worked up!! I learned a long time ago, to not give these ppl. the time of day. Don't get me wrong, I can sense in my spirit when someone is truly being sincere when they are asking a question or posting what they were taught & those are the ppl. I will try & reach out to. 99% are just trolls, who just want to start a fight. IGNORE the haters. God gives us discernment on the true believers & when they need guidance. Great video as USUAL. God Bless.

[@jennifernihongi9696]

Absolutely brilliant and 100% true!! :) Thank you Melissa for your satire videos, they make me laugh every time! :)

[@shesmoonlight514]

This is more like a conversation I have with myself everyday. 7:42 is definitely an example of what goes on in my head. Emma always wins in the end though ☺

[@mratliff1277]

Thanks! You helped understand these characters better. Loved the skit and appreciated the written explanations you provided. I can see my former new age self in some of those goofy characters!

[@JonClash]

I feel like the characters in this video are the exact reason why a video like this needs a disclaimer 🤣

[@noahjones5600]

Well done. If these people already have their minds made up, why must they poke their noses into your biz...

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

Oh my goodness!!!! This is awesome!

[@theomaimba9245]

Haha. This is Gold Melissa! Thank you for lightening up my day. God bless.

[@almaflores4410]

This was amazing! Thanks for all your brilliant work.

[@Janetevansashok]

Excellent excellent... good work sis

[@TheConservatino]

Love the content and great job of editing!

[@marciabee]

Once again, you knocked it out if the park, Melissa! I'm sure it takes a long time to plan, research and film these awesome satirical videos, but I'm so grateful you still go ahead and go through with them anyway. I so admire you for that and much more! Thank you, sister, for being such a blessing (and a smart shopper, 'cause I saw some great Dollar Tree stuff!)! You rock!!

[@michelleransom726]

This was spot on! I sometimes read though the comments and I'm like...huh? How is that an argument or relevant to the post. Praise God we're about out of here. Thank you Melissa! God bless!! Maranatha 🎺

[@Malhaloc]

I actually take on the...whatever you call the multiple random points one. It's less of a fallacy, more of a strategy. "I'm going to dump a whole bunch of points and arguments in rapid fire succession and when you're unable or unwilling to respond to them all, I'll chalk it up to you knowing I'm right and that your view is stupid." The problem with me is I am one of those people who have no life outside of work and thus I am perfectly able to address each and every one of those random points. I actually find it fun lol

[@Window4503]

So you do exist! I always wondered about the the life of the other person…I can keep up with people for a while but eventually have to narrow things down or leave or else accept that I’m postponing my actual life to argue with a stranger on the Internet who probably won’t be magically convinced. Yes, I have kept friends waiting just to finish a paragraph. Yes, I do question my life choices afterwards. Yes, I do think the person thinks “well you must be stupid since you’re not going to take two hours to answer these 20 points in-depth with sources.”

[@christian1172-z9e]

Do they actually * hear.* any of your points?

[@Malhaloc]

@@christian1172-z9e probably not

[@TruthBecomesHer]

The realness here amazing. 😄 I mean we may as well all just own stuff, right? I'm particularly noticing some spousal -ahem- strategies....

[@classicstorm]

@@Window4503 😂 I’ll let people think I’m dumb…I refuse to go back and forth and besides I don’t know them…

[@StephanieHfaith]

Your editing skills are incredible! Well done.

[@debbiegagne4593]

Loved this Melissa!! So well done as usual!! Thanks for this video. I didn't quite understand what all of these were and shown this way I get it now!! Lol!! Great job♥️✝️🙏

[@fergiefergie5759]

Ohhh my goodness. This was so well done. Have to watch twice 😀

[@sandratagaban5541]

I love it when you do these types of videos. I see people I know in them. Never myself, of course. :)

[@elisavintervejr]

You make the most incredible videoes Melissa 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤣Thank you! God bless you.

[@rachellharlan2435]

LoL..."I'm m allergic to peanuts! Are you trying to kill me?!?"... great job sister!!!! Maranatha!!!!

[@trishwragg848]

Well done, it’s almost exactly as things and arguments happen

[@Akonn0123]

The diversity of props had me rolling! Good job!

[@larawalker4737]

The amount of time and effort that you place into these videos..wow! So creative and the satire is amazing! Thank you for using your whits for our education. This was awesome! God bless!

[@mayowaaayoola]

Well done, Melissa. This is a wonderful piece...

[@mclaire899]

Learning with laughter! Thank you, the editing is perfection👏

[@williewiner4161]

That was soo awesome! Thanks for creating that as it’s soo truthful of the arguments the world has about Jesé.

[@kctechie]

This is a great video demonstrating the truth of the verses in Proverbs regarding arguing with fools. It's a waste of time. They are not interested in the truth so shake the dust off your feet and don't spend time trying to get through to them.

[@mercyp7151]

Brilliant job once again!!! Its amazing how you can keep everything straight and each line and reaction in turn - my had hurts trying to think about it 🤔😂.

[@corinneperegrini6003]

😄🤭 sooo good 👍 Thank you Melissa for bringing some truth and education using humour. You truly are gifted, well done. God bless you.

[@dawnkorotko4600]

Melissa - Love the satires! All of them! they are funny and still bring out the main points in an inescapable way! Well done! 😆

[@butdoyouknowjesus4121]

I love these videos hahaha It’s bizarre cause I’ve actually talked to every person here, except red I don’t know what thats about lol and this isn’t exaggerated like I’ve actually had these conversations 😨 what scared me the most. I think this is the only satire video you’ve made that is not so crazy after all.

[@jackiehughes8913]

Now this was sooo good....very informative, and enjoyed the way you did it...you sweet girl are so gifted🙆👍💞

[@ritavehon2836]

Thanks, Melissa, for your creative way to demonstrate these fallacies. It's so helpful to personify each one...and entertaining too! I also like that you explained each fallacy in your comments. Blessings for continued strength and endurance to do what you do so well.

[@lellyt2372]

Oh my goodness this was AMAZING! So well done, so brilliantly filmed and edited, so so funny and absolutely NAILED the point fantastically well 👏👏👏👏👏 Melissa you have an amazing gift for these satire videos, praise God for letting me find you through Doreen Virtue (years now) 🙏 Keep em' comin ❤