How I love Jane Goodall! She is such an amazing woman, a role model for generations of women, and an iconic figure in the world of conservation. I have blogged about her before in my series, “Amazing Women Wednesday”, and have urged younger generations to venerate Dame Jane. As of Friday night, she has truly found her way into my heart.
On September 25 Jane made an appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher (possibly my favorite show on television). Bill, that incisive, sardonic, and unforgiving comic, had a discussion with Jane about Cecil the Lion. Dame Jane admitted she can’t get into the mind of a hunter who will actually go out and shoot a beautiful animal (especially an endangered animal). “It actually makes me sick,” she said. Maher remarked that the reason these hunters did it was because they have a small penis. Jane replied, “They must have a very small penis.” Check out the video!
In addition, Donald Trump and his lawsuit against Bill Maher came up. Did you know that the Donald sued Bill for suggesting that Donald Trump’s father was an orange orangutan with the same color hair? Jane remarked that it was an unkind comparison…to the orangutan!
Dame Jane and Bill, you made my day. I actually had to watch it three times because I was laughing so hard. (You probably realize by now that if you aren’t fairly liberal or moderate, you might not want to read this.) Living in Dallas I am surrounded by Conservatives (well meaning, I am sure) and I look forward all week to getting my dose of progressive politics via @billmaher. I did enjoy all the Pope and John Boehner talk last night, but Dame Jane, you were the best.
Oh yes, my “red” friends (funny how that has such a different meaning now than it did 30 years ago!) Bill may be blasphemous and wicked and bring up taboo subjects, but underneath the comedy is social commentary which is first rate. I love me some Bill, and some Dame Jane, too. They are keeping it real.
It was great to see Maher highlight the dangers to the environment and for Goodall to loan her passion, wisdom and expertise. She’s an amazing person. Thanks for sharing this clip and contextualizing it so well.
Bill Maher cares very much about the environment, it is a main focus with him. He’s always worth watching!
Goodhall was amazing. She is quite something! I always look forward to watching Bill Maher.
You are my kind of tribe member!
Do you also enjoy the Borowitz report? I laugh at that even more! Trump is a bully and I am glad Bill Maher took him on.
Bill is never afraid to take anyone on. Borowitz Report? never heard of it…have to look it up.
Thanks so much for the laugh of the day. So good! I love her, too. So much.
I do too…but I really love Bill too.
Hi Tam! I’m not surprised to hear you care so much about the environment with all the diving and travel you do–how could you not? But when I saw you lived in Dallas I was quite sure. This post convinced me obviously! Good for Jane Goodall AND Bill for standing up to bullies! ~Kathy
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Anyone who ribs (or bashes) Trump is a friend of mine! Would have loved to have seen this. Will have to check On Demand for Jane and Bill at their finest!
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You’ll love it!
I watch him occasionally. At times, I find his show interesting.
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I love his comedy.
I love the power of what Jane Goodhall was able to accomplish, as well as her ability to deliver a joke.
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She is a remarkable woman, and I nearly choked when I heard her joking about penises!
What an amazing woman! Such a wonderful heart. I enjoyed the clip, thank you. I love the way she is so quick-witted and has a great sense of humor too….poor orangutan! lol
I agree on all counts!
I saw this show and she was amazing!