The Middle East Gets These Jokes | Andrew Schulz | Stand Up Comedy

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[@achrafbouzidi5969]

Andrew looks like Hitlers funny lost cousin 😂

[@FaiyazC]

bruh im crying

[@carbon-based-lifeform9172]

Wtf I was just looking at the fade and thought the exact some thing 💀

[@Ybl3blH]

Cousin who made it to the arts school 😂

[@DrowzyLink]

Nah he dropped out too, but instead of a politician he became a comedian 😂😂

[@sabk1545]

😭😭😭

[@svenvanveenschool]

This is why I love Andrew Schulz so much. He shows his respect by doing his research and shows that he knows the culture and what he's talking about and then turns it into something funny.

[@yitziyyb]

Absolutely

[@veselgana]

🤦🏼‍♀️

[@filho4437]

Step One: arrive at airport. Step Two: notice the most popular cars. Step Three: Intertwine car jokes with jokes everybody already makes about locals Step Four: Have low IQ KZbin commenters bask in your greatness.

[@AlexH4774]

@@filho4437 I'm sure you could do better

[@filho4437]

@@AlexH4774 Schulz is a good comedian. But you riders are embarrassing yourselves with this 'research' take. He didn't have to read a book to figure out what cars everyone showed up in, or figure out the fact that women are treated like crap.

[@novahsupreme9516]

I love how cultured Andrew is. Like no matter where he goes he has jokes catered to the local community. He does his homework and it shows.

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

It´s like you can pay people to give you information...

[@globaladdict]

@@PROVOCATEURSK he still did his homework, don't be mad because no gives a shit about what you know

[@dudermcdudeface3674]

It's called pandering.

[@umerhussain4430]

Russel Peters...

[@CheriTheBery]

It doesn't come across genuine to me. I get how it feels great to have your culture and country mentioned and supposedly understood by a famous comedian, but it felt like he was reading a script and this "crowd work" didn't come across genuine. I understand stand up is scripted mostly, but still when doing crowd work I think comics should be more natural in that. Now that's just my subjective opinion here.

[@chrisf247]

This dude's ability to hit the ground running and connect with any culture is just insane

[@Jafar.Jamal-175]

You a guy named Chris how is this your culture

[@bogeyb200]

he clearly does his research beforehand (to his credit)

[@finetopethiopia4095]

I've never heard Andrew Shultz laughing like this in his podcast. It is true that the only person who makes Andrew Shultz laugh hysterically is Andrew Shulz.

[@illagevidiot8254]

Honestly I think he uses it as a device to come up with shit on the spot.

[@hookback]

You must be a new fan.

[@HnTr_VDH]

Yeah it’s def a crutch, but an expertly crafted crutch, it buys time, relieves tension, and I’m sure it helps release some of the adrenaline you would get up there.

[@marcernest3165]

Or its not as deep as these nerds above me and he genuinely finds himself hilarious. I laugh at my own jokes too

[@finetopethiopia4095]

@@marcernest3165 exactly! 🤣

[@vasudev8421]

If Andrew randomly stops uploading videos...well,you know the reason.

[@mohammadal-blooshy1378]

Why Sanjit?

[@adnanhuzaifa2293]

😂😂😂😂

[@noelhuerta8309]

Faak

[@ddvs3960]

Bro’s about to serve 25 n he don’t even know it

[@billyxkid5062]

It doesn’t actually seem that bad as American makes it seem to be

[@sonny5568]

Andrew’s greatness shines by knowing so many details about other cultures. I’ve never seen anyone do something like this!

[@Kcets]

The amount of research and prep Andrew does for his shows is insane. Mad respect for his dedication to the craft.

[@ashesofhopesinabonfireofdr6341]

Andrew was rejected by an art school too but unlike his architect great uncle he became a comedian.

[@pirategenetics9593]

subtle bro.. nice work

[@iron-man1]

Lol man that thumbnail

[@jorgemunoz7308]

😂

[@divyaakashdutta4038]

But hey, there's still time for politics. Ukraine already elected a comedian. So you never know😉

[@yarifat219]

😆😆

[@user-yt3ju3pz4e]

i was live at the show. His research is mindblowing. The locals literally spit out their drinks during some jokes and the energy was insane. I didnt get much of the jokes because i am from europe. But the jokes about the locals lasted only about 10-15 minutes then he went on with his „normal jokes“. Genius.

[@biatsoho1332]

Wow when was this pls

[@user-yt3ju3pz4e]

@@biatsoho1332 i think it was about 1-2 weeks ago. Went to the UFC fight and the next night was the Schulz performance in the same arena

[@aminasaidmo]

Ye he’s very smart

[@biatsoho1332]

@@user-yt3ju3pz4e Thanks

[@roodyinlove]

Even as a Saudi which is very similar culturally I still didn't get half of his jokes! I think probably he get someone local to help. He deserves respect really for what he does anyway.

[@lukewarm3646]

Lexus 430 was a deep cut. Kudos Andrew.❤

[@omaranees7022]

Release the full show!!! PLEASE

[@oluwahefner4194]

Schulz is actually an academic comedian, within a day of each location he's gonna do his stand up at , he'll have a solid 10 minutes full of jokes specifically for the country he's in. Jokes that you have to be a local to understand or even come up with, his prep time and confidence with untested material. Insane

[@zayaanzakir]

Best analysis of his craft

[@austindrake4697]

acting like he is first to do this?? maybe watch more comedy ? lol

[@wifebeater69]

@@austindrake4697 Okay calm down, comedy expert

[@austindrake4697]

@wifebeater69 Schultz is good saw him live.. but seen chappelle , rogan , Robin Williams live, carlin etc live it's a common trait for many of them to be well read. Many top tier rappers are vary well read etc like many comedians.

[@houseofhas9355]

He is a true comedian..takes pride in his work. I'm honored to call myself a fan.

[@KrakenUmbra]

The fact that Schulz researches local culture and uses it in his performance is really cool. Watched him in Toronto, and it was crazy how he was able to relate to the local culture.

[@mk-np1ez]

and those jokes in this video are really not something anyone can get just by a single visit, it is like he was born and raised in UAE

[@davidb6635]

Many prominent comedians have writers helping them prepare their material. Not a problem because it’s about entertainment. Andrews jokes are too local not to have had support in their creation IMO.

[@hyrox9049]

This was so good lol the fact that you made material for this is GENIUS. true comedy right here

[@AlwaysHereAndNow]

So cool! impressive to see a comedian killing it in very different cultures! It warms my heart honestly to see people laughing together no matter their background, humor transcends frontiers. Hats off!

[@MeLLoWxMaurice]

This dude either does a whole crap load of research or he’s literally a human AI cause how do you make jokes like this and connect with people so good about different upbringing’s & cultures. He makes jokes like he was born and raised there.

[@yokie8201]

Research

[@IAmTheTruCanadian]

i mean its his job... obviously he does research. Are you that stupid?

[@terpenstine]

Its not freestyle rap, he prepares and pays writers

[@Chadh9322]

its called growing up in New York

[@arkarh1114]

even if the ladder is true few on this earth could deliver like he does on stage @@terpenstine

[@Gianni225]

The way he always incorporates people’s culture into his comedy wherever he goes is amazing

[@ngonzales3781]

You mean.... pandering...

[@ericmcmullen6254]

@@ngonzales3781 No thats clearly not what he meant. Read again and use your brain a little bit more.

[@sylezjusz]

Bro, it's the easiest way to get material that will make them laugh

[@johnmiller9953]

is it amazing? Is it? Every comedian does that. He's just showing it off on here to look good and get comments like yours.

[@YanYnwa]

He must’ve immersed himself in the culture to get these jokes. Props 👏🏽

[@dominikunger2290]

this is why i love Andrew. his jokes are all culturally on point and he's respectful with his delivery. hope to see him live some day soon!

[@karthikms]

Bro Schulz got BALLs of Titanium to be making jokes to Middle Easterns faces... Goddd damnit.... 😂😂😂😂

[@metallhak]

UAE is tame as far other middle east countries

[@cr-it5lh]

uae is chill trust

[@terpenstine]

I love his natzi haircut/costume

[@bendover7841]

All arab countries are chill and love to joke around. You m0rons are just brainwashed by decades of American and Zionist propaganda.

[@uzairhannure4886]

but how is that a bad thing though, @@xw7450

[@Thee_Hamza]

My man did a very thorough Google search on UAE history 😂

[@Anishnaabe425]

He knows history, politics and culture he is probably the smartest comedian

[@BillTrammel]

Schulz is the epitome of comedic respect. Understands the culture of his audience and how to drop bomber jokes that are hilarious but also show respect and insight into the audience.

[@SlimPeterFjX]

more clips please love ur stuff

[@CF_SGV]

The knowledge Schulz possesses when overseas about modern/traditional cultures, ethnicities and generalities of the region is unmatched. The fact that he caters his shows the audience is what makes him one of a kind and top 3 in comedy atm. His Abu Dhabi vs Australia shows are 2 different beast but both masterpieces, respectively.

[@acurarl9929]

Bout time you put a new standup bit on here for us. We’ve missed you.

[@saeedalhalyan]

I am from Dubai and watched him live throw those jokes! They were freakin insane 🤣👏🏼 !! Welcome to the UAE everyone 🤝🏼

[@jacebakerjace]

Yooooo! Only Andrew could get the crowd rolling while taking punches lmao! Amazing.

[@TheEvanMahon]

His ability to adapt his jokes to different countries and cultures is absolutely outstanding. I seen him in Dublin Ireland and he was incredible. Let’s go Andrew you’re the GOAT

[@andybatista4606]

God I love this guy’s sarcasm and how he’s not afraid of getting cancelled

[@tonyeanyanwu]

We done do cancel culture here in the United Arab Emirates 😇

[@ulisescarrillo3050]

How is he able to find whats funny for locals, im amazed of andrew, how can he read people, and know what is funny to you, thats why he will never get old, he always be on point and updated, great performance

[@BushLieWorldDie]

This is needed and its needed everywhere

[@Juimhu]

I met this man IRL same energy. Love how people can be united by comedy when you're fair and honest with it.

[@orghorghbreebree]

Andrew already one of the GOATS. My word. This guy can make a carcass laugh. So happy for him and his success.

[@timdixon4729]

Hope you drop that full show

[@ThatKJGuy]

I was at the show, and I’m so happy that people like Andrew realise that we’re not the stupid stereotypes set by Western media. Hopefully this opens more eyes as time goes on.

[@deezroastedchestnuts189]

Always got the West on your mind, every video, no matter what someone always gotta say some shit about the west. It ain't our fault no matter what yall say, you'll always meat ride us...slurp slurp

[@callofdaddy98]

No shit

[@Kids-xk3so]

Dont worry. The rest of the world knows better

[@sachah2400]

The locals make sure women are kept in their place. Gay couples know never to travel around Dubai.

[@ndimuafrica]

Can you go a minute without mentioning "western bad"?

[@Blessheed]

I can't believe how he got away so cool with some of the jokes..all I gotta say is, the dude's got a ball of steel

[@isaaczaiek487]

are you under the impression that telling jokes in the middle east will get you killed?

[@rushiljain9423]

Only an American could get away with some of those jokes lol

[@saloom7438]

Got away? XD we are arabs not commies, u should listen to locals joke. Not safe to be in the internet XD

[@mauryasanjay4901]

@@saloom7438 can you name a few i can find on KZbin?? I love standups

[@greekgod1935]

⁠@@rushiljain9423don’t worry these ppl are wanna be wokes pretending to be normal..

[@samartikov6045]

Library bit was too funny. GOAT

[@gotem7694]

This set looks killer he needs to drop the full thing on youtube

[@BayouMaccabee]

Not many comics are as good as Andrew is at knowing the audience (no matter where they are in the world) and being able to poke fun at them while NOT insulting them. That is a true talent, especially in these modern times. Well done, sir!

[@tmac9938]

i was so nervous for him, but they were having a GREAT time. comedy is infectious. this shit is gonna blow up out there and confront speech laws bigtime. cool to see it

[@holysinnerxxx]

This man is out there in Abu Dhabi! So awesome! Not to mention his knowledge/ability to tie in local customs/stereotypes into his jokes is all the more impressive. Edit to correct country name

[@neellie9474]

This is Abu Dhabi, not Dubai.

[@holysinnerxxx]

@@neellie9474 thanks for the correction.

[@MiniMarshmello111]

Why do people feel the need to let people know wut u were editing 🤨

[@JohnSmith-fv9vx]

@@holysinnerxxx abu dhabi aint a country but the UAE capital

[@ausynthetic6615]

Andrew my man you never cease to amazing me! Can’t wait to see you in Sydney for both nights and hear our own Australian set! Let’s gooo!

[@MrSchoolboykk]

Loved it . Keep going 👌

[@carlosl5766]

The research Andrew does is crazy to connect with the locals!

[@Jrod110]

Andrew is the worlds Comedian at this point. Bro does not miss in any culture 😭😭

[@juniewelton]

The level of difficulty of what he is doing is to be appreciated, whether or not it's your brand. This is a serious flex in technical comedic prowess.

[@doingitwrong3723]

OMG MORE OF THiS SET. Come on Andrew, this set must have been much different then what you are touring on in the US. I need more of this in my life.

[@somewinner8229]

This has got to be the gutsiest performance by Andrew ever. Hope you make it out of there with your tongue, bro! 😅

[@s1n-n3d]

this is Dubai, they're more lenient when it comes to this

[@THETRIVIALTHINGS]

@@s1n-n3dThey literally executed a reporter for saying negative things.

[@Profanity1]

​@THETRIVIALTHINGS That wasn't Dubai that was Saudi Arabia

[@T.Durden666]

​​@@Profanity1its in Dubai lol

[@AdelAlqadi1]

​@@T.Durden666"Saudi Arabia is in Dubai" - KZbin Comments

[@DEMON0326]

“And one day you’ll be able to read the books there, not just clean them” 😂 I’m crying real tears rn wtf

[@Ferocious_Lito]

Comedy breaks through barriers!!! I love it!!!

[@Xypher888]

We want to see more! 🔥🔥🔥

[@Hugo-Hernandez]

Im proud of you. I remember when I first saw you in 2019 in a small club in Atlanta. Now your selling arenas across the world.

[@George_Avgeris]

Andrew Schulz IS the "next step" in comedy

[@pnoyxxxbandido]

Andrew crossed every line possible in 3min😂😂😂

[@dasaasadaris3675]

That last joke had me in stitches

[@khalifa8876]

The street knowledge Andrew Schulz has is INCREDIBLE. 😭

[@lemoncake6002]

Don't worry Andrew. I am not from the Middle East, and I got every one of those jokes. 🤣🤣

[@24tnuhknaks]

Andrew is the best comedian of this decade 😂

[@adhilmohd526]

Man I gotta say Andrew really did his homework before coming to Abu Dhabi....bringing all these relatable items onto the table is not easy work....keep it up my man ❤

[@Bokertko]

I've been slipping back into depression this past week and I really don't want to, more than ever before, thanks for keeping my mind distracted not just with clips but also Flagrant and Brilliant Idiots(that new pod) Stay groovy ✌️ Have a bleak and macabre Halloween.

[@RKarekar]

Drop the whole set😂😂😂, man cracking these kind of jokes that to in Dubai. big balZ Andrew 😂

[@Cephas373]

This guy is great. Just subscribed.

[@garylake1676]

That library joke was brilliant, the one-liner about reading them one day, and then the follow-up about cleaning them, as it brought the local jokes that not everyone can get, to the mainstream audience whilst staying on topic, pure genius.

[@P71ScrewHead]

I'm guessing women aren't allowed to read them, enter the library, or aren't taught to read?? Don't mind me, i'm a Texan..

[@thevocalcrone]

@@P71ScrewHead umm .. women are not allowed an education in many of these countries so no they aren't allowed to read the books or enter the library. However, in the UAE women are permitted an education and they are allowed to read, and interestingly we know here in Australia that there was a group of Arabic women who saw the way that Australian women are treated and were like 'what is wrong? why do these men treat these women so bad?" Respect is all contextual. I see their point.

[@P71ScrewHead]

@@thevocalcrone I agree with what you said.. Sure is a missed opportunity to better their economy n also rise up from that ignorance.. Women are More than sex objects..lol

[@MahmoudMohamed-me8fv]

I don't understand this joke , women in uae are granted education and can read normally

[@garylake1676]

@@MahmoudMohamed-me8fv The joke has four aspects, historically it is correct, close by, there are countries where the joke is very close to the truth, thirdly, if a woman can access the books to clean them, then if she can read then she can take a peek, much to many of the local male chagrin, and finally, Schulz can make these jokes without fear of retribution, so, when you put all four points together, it is, to my mind, a very amusing joke.

[@Mesh642003]

Why I fell in life with Andrew in the first place he knows the culture and educated and his work is amazing

[@plan2b501]

I dont care what anyone says...Andrew is 🐐Level comedy. So underrated and witty its no wonder the major networks dont want him chewing up the airtime from their "picks". Shout out to Hezzy

[@techknewz]

If this episode was streamed. I would buy it

[@thatguyjd281]

Damn I want to hear the rest of this show

[@TheExarion]

I swear Andrew looks like a mix of Michael Phelps and Waluigi

[@Life-er6mq]

LMAOOOOO 😂😂😂

[@goodfellas5702]

The greatest comedy genius on the planet. The guys ability to localise his content is next level. I saw him live in Dublin. Incredible

[@a.N.....]

That's a hard no buddy.

[@williamboyd3444]

"Greatest???" Don't think so.

[@KrwiomoczBogurodzicy]

No. Doug Stanhope is. And Carlin was before he died.

[@goodfellas5702]

Not familiar with Stanhope. Looking forward to watching. Carlin was a genius no doubt. I'm biased with Schulz because I've seen him live BUT Carlin was a US centric comedian - he didn't do world tours. Schulz's ability to localise his content gives him bonus points IMO@@KrwiomoczBogurodzicy

[@opaquetundra5835]

Hilariously done and so quickly 😂😂😂

[@zlatankaric4715]

I love this man,such a genius to make and tell jokes in this environment about this environment,this was unthinkable just 2 years ago! Congratulations buddy you are amazing!!!😂

[@en1324]

Man...really admire how this guy can always manage to pick up local jokes.. I hope you go to Indonesia one day and do the same! God knows we need good comics that don't just punch down.

[@toukairin354]

nyari komika dalam negeri dg riset selevel orang luar syusyah bener. then again, penghasilannya beda jauh keknya, jd bajet riset susah

[@en1324]

@@toukairin354 Emang harus doyan riset juga sih kayaknya... Schulz kan juga awal2nya belom ada timnya juga setau gw, tapi emang dari awal dia suka bikin jokes-nya yg spesifik bgt sama social group yg dia perform. Dan jokes-nya ngga "ngerendahin" Bukan cuma "orang indonesia sukanya telat...bego ya..(insert forced laugh)"

[@charliesae3]

Andrews ability to assimilate to his crowd is fucking fire😂

[@rosemohlabi7817]

DAMN!! Had thee best laugh in a LONG TIME,just made my Saturday night after fighting depression💕💕

[@Jubah_]

Bro Andrew is so unique man. He's stand up is literally genius!! 🔥🔥 I hope the comedy world starts giving his flowers to Andrew, hes a master in his own craft!!

[@mizzop]

He really there and went THERE😂😂😂

[@hereLiesThisTroper]

Andrew Schulz laughs like he's a Martian extra from Mars Attacks.

[@AftvGhana]

I need to see the entire show Andrew 😅😅😅

[@tjwoot1974]

Not cutting any slack!! Get m all Andrew! Love ❤ it!

[@JohnOuzounidis]

More please

[@sneakydukes]

Fr

[@umiaygul2525]

Congrats to his success, he deserves it. He's very funny and it would've been a waste if he stayed in the Comedy Cellars

[@Saltanitor]

Yo as someone who grew up there this is gold, i need the full show ASAP LOL

[@hugohackenbush1554]

The library/cleaning books gag is brilliant.

[@jamal2558]

As an expat who's born and raised in UAE. This is 1 of the most hilarious stand-up comedy i ever seen. This guy did his homework. Lexus 430 😂😂😂

[@datipdriller]

what is that shemaggis making joke on dress? context is missing

[@kreeperfrm559]

Andrew is so socially/culturally informed, he can set up jokes in any country....💯💥🔥👌

[@poppette1978]

man so incredible what comedy can conquer and triumph over 👏 😂

[@vxtwist6325]

i NEED to see the full show

[@ro8ify]

Andrew is walking on a fine and thin thread here because Dubai aint no joke with his type of jokes 😂😂😂

[@hilurgazzali9222]

The fact that he jokes like he’s one of them is what makes him one of the best comedians of the era. He actually cares enough to do research on the audience.

[@hasanmatloob3788]

That was savage. Loved it. :)

[@robertmclean3612]

The goat anywhere he goes he creates jokes to make it real

[@ll4680]

This was actually really funny like 2019 Schultz in his prime😤

[@Mikeyfromtheblock1]

I love this man. he goes into the lions den and makes them laugh at themselves.

[@Matt-of2eq]

I wouldnt call uae a lions den

[@Michael.storen]

Hmm maybe if it was Afghanistan and not the uae I'd agree

[@time2eat850]

" Ladies one day you will have a chance to READ the book instead of cleaning it " I'm dead 😂😂😂

[@Tarenation675]

Release the full standup plsss

[@Milo-hf9nc]

You are absolutely great! This is what humanity is about..learning each other’s cultures, laughing about funny stuff. I bet there might be one or two people there that wanted to cut him up real good. But after the jokes they like..”nah he’s home boy”

[@kudakwashemwashayenyi4752]

The cultural references are on point 😂😂😂😂

[@itsmeJawdy]

Andrew been like this for years This dedication will put him in GOAT status for real

[@Chevaposaurus]

Bless you Andrew Schulz, I remember watching your youtube videos, before Rogan, just raw sets, walking from room to room, just on your grind. Glad to see you have come so far, the research on ethnic groups, language, writing up bits, absolutely amazing fam, haircuts aside, you are an inspiration 😆 When the algorithym pushes you, PBD, and everything else in-between, its truely astounding. If you find god, we are going full circle! Lets Gooo!!!!