Brief Summary
Don McKenry's stand-up routine covers a range of topics, from his travel experiences and frustrations with airline policies to the quirks of aging and marriage. He humorously discusses the annoyances of modern life, such as excessive charges, confusing news formats, and the challenges of remembering names. The comedian also shares anecdotes about his personal life, including his marriage and experiences with aging.
- Travel woes and airline frustrations
- Aging and its funny reminders
- Marriage and relationship advice
- Everyday annoyances and observations
Travel Mishaps and Annoying Airline Policies
Don McKenry starts by recounting his stay at a less-than-desirable Motel 12 in SEL Alabama and contrasts it with his upcoming trip to the scorching Las Vegas in June. He then transitions to his grievances with airlines, particularly their nickel-and-diming practices, such as charging for seats and luggage. He humorously suggests that it might be cheaper to buy new items at his destination than to pay for luggage. He also reminisces about the days when peanuts were free on flights, lamenting the current $7.50 price tag for a small bag.
Modern Annoyances: Knives on Planes and Loud Cell Phones
McKenry expresses his bewilderment over the easing of restrictions allowing knives with up to a 3-inch blade on airplanes. He questions the necessity of such items during flights and humorously suggests scenarios where it could lead to trouble. He also criticizes the idea of allowing cell phone calls during flights, anticipating annoying and boastful conversations that could provoke someone to violence.
Aging and Everyday Confusions
The comedian reflects on the experience of getting older, noting that while he doesn't feel old in his head, daily occurrences remind him of his age, such as standing up too fast and feeling lightheaded. He jokes about being called "sir" and the tedious process of filling out online forms. McKenry also shares his confusion about certain things, such as the census and the inconsistency of contractions like "won't" for "will not."
Food, Mattresses, and the News
McKenry humorously observes that everything new he tries to eat tastes like chicken, questioning why eggs don't also taste like chicken. He shares an interesting fact about praying mantises and their mating habits. He then mocks a mattress company's slogan, "We take sleep to the next level," suggesting that the next level of sleep is death. He also criticizes the cluttered format of modern cable news, with its multiple talking heads and distracting crawls.
Communication and Technology
The comedian discusses the live satellite feeds on TV news, noting the time delay between questions and answers. He also jokes about the sensationalized teases for upcoming news segments, which create unnecessary anxiety. McKenry then imagines Paul Revere using the same tactic, warning of danger but delaying the details until later.
Birthdays, Button-Fly Jeans, and Language Barriers
McKenry laments the diminishing returns of birthday gifts as he gets older, suggesting that people assume he already has everything he needs. He humorously complains about a pair of button-fly jeans he received, which require too much dexterity after a few drinks. He also expresses his regret at not being able to speak another language, recalling his unsuccessful attempts to learn Spanish and French in school.
Algebra and Remembering Names
The comedian recounts his struggles with algebra in school, questioning its practical relevance in everyday life. He humorously describes the word problems involving two trains heading towards each other. McKenry admits to being terrible with names, often forgetting them as he's shaking hands. He shares anecdotes about making up nicknames for people he's known for years.
Marriage and Relationship Advice
McKenry celebrates his 35th wedding anniversary, joking that it's equivalent to 100 years in Hollywood. He shares that he and his wife renewed their prenup. He humorously describes learning new things from his wife every day, such as being a "big dumb lazy swab." He recounts a marriage counselor's advice to treat his wife as if it's her last day on Earth, leading him to make funeral arrangements. McKenry concludes by saying his marriage works because his wife settled and advises guys getting married to go to rehearsals.
