rant · moment 8 of 20
The Show Must Go On (Literally, This Show)
from #192 - Coronavirus The Musical | The Tim Dillon Show · #192
5 min
He predicts widespread death, emotional scarring, and people retreating into cults and conspiracy, then pivots into arguing that his show/Patreon is essentially a public service, joking darkly about celebrities and annoying people dying.
- Tim predicts widespread death from disease will be emotionally scarring for the nation and drive people toward conspiracy theories, cults, and religion as coping mechanisms.
- The Tim Dillon Show and its Patreon are necessary anchors for chaos—more essential than anything else when people confront catastrophe.
- Tim warns his audience about charlatans and bad actors in the digital space waiting to exploit fear.
- Good things will come: celebrities and politicians will die, which Tim frames as the bright spot in the chaos ahead.
- Real Housewives cast members will die too, and their deaths will provide small victories and moments to celebrate.
- Tim suggests keeping a picture wall of people you hope die, checking them off and having a drink when they do.
- The powers that be will not help—they'll flee to the hills with their money and families while communities and local leaders matter.
- Unsuccessful comedians should get off Instagram Live, especially those who failed at actual comedy when they had a real stage and audience.
- Comedy is not essential, though funny is—the distinction between entertainment and actual necessity.