Shadowing Practice: Greek God Name | Max Amini | Stand-up Comedy - Learn English Speaking with Video
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What's your name, sir?
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Darius.
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Darius?
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Darius.
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Darius.
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Darius.
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Darius.
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Darius?
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Darius.
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Okay, and where are you from?
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Virginia.
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Virginia.
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I've never heard your name.
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Darius.
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It's a Greek god.
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Oh, really?
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It's a Greek god?
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No, look at me.
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You look like a Greek god. And are you Greek?
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No. You're so white, you're like, I need something interesting.
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I need to change my name to Varius.
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I like it.
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That's your lady with you?
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Nice to meet you, darling.
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What's your name?
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Stacy.
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Stacy?
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Oh, you're so beautiful.
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Thanks for coming.
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Do you guys work for Ice?
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Yes.
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It's a fake meme.
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It's very rare.
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I have two super white white,
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extra white, transparent white, various type of white, comes to a ha-ha-ha-cha.
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All the way from Virginia.
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I'm very happy you're here, even if you kick us all out of the country.
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Hong Kong?
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Thank you for coming.
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You're f*ing up the trades, but it's good to have you.
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Hong Kong, that's very cool.
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Look at how the white guy is looking.
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You're like, f*, we have a...
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Buddy, that's awkward.
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You're like...
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The way you turn around and you're like, Hong Kong?
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Did you buy something that you're trying to return? and you're like, maybe she can take it with her to Hong Kong.
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That's so nice of you.
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Very curious white man.
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I like that.
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Or you just, you have Asian fetish. Which one?
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Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong.
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I love you.
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What's your name?
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Ben.
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Ben, nice to meet you.
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And your lovely lady?
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Right here.
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Oh, it's this one, not that one.
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So you're happy to sit next to two white ladies because Ticketmasters just sits people by color.
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Ben, and lovely lady?
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Tonya.
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Tonya, you can't be this shy.
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Linda, you can't do this.
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Your husband turned around, made out with the Asian girl behind her.
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I said Hong Kong, he went, and I'm asking your name.
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So you're dating Ben.
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Congratulations.
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I mean, she's gorgeous.
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She's Ukrainian.
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She's young.
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She's hot.
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And you're from Virginia?
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Where are you from?
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Germany.
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Tony, how long ago did you move to the US?
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1951. 1951.
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Tonya, you did good. And Ben, congratulations.
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At age 158, you're doing fantastic.
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I mean, the fact that you can get it up.
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I wish I was German.
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Oh shit! Are you kidding me?
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Oh my god!
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This is so beautiful!
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You f* me up!
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I was trying to destroy you and your husband.
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I was coming with like, oh, oh, thank you.
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This is so beautiful.
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Oh, you have a card.
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Oh, you wrote this?
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Are you guys married?
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Not married, thank God.
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They wrote me a beautiful card, Your gift for turning everyday moments into pure hilarity is truly extraordinary.
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Thank you for the laughter, energy and unforgettable memories and the big dick energy you bring to our house.
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Your presence lights up every room
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and your rare ability to bring joy through humor makes us feel lucky to have experienced it in times
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when smiles are needed most.
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You gave us many and showed how powerful laughter can be.
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Thank you for sharing your talent with the world.
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We're excited to see you and see what's next.
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Please let us know what's your OnlyFans account.
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This is so beautiful.
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Really, really, I'm shocked you did this.
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I'm serious.
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I'll put it here.
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I'll put it like this.
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It looks like it's my funeral flowers.
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I mean, this is so interesting that you did this.
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You're Mexican and he's Indian.
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And together you put your thoughts together.
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And you bought such an expensive flower.
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Indians don't do this shit.
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You know that conversation?
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Oh, we need to get him some flowers.
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I say, okay, we'll get one flower, really good.
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One more than enough.
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Honey, we need to get a lot of flowers, like a nice bouquet.
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I don't know what he's going to do with it.
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I'm really grateful man.
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Really, really grateful.
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And who you're here with?
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No, nobody, just me.
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You just came by yourself?
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Oh, that's so sweet.
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You were alone tonight?
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Aww.
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And you're in the process of divorce?
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Yep.
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And you came to laugh and get it off your chest?
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I f*ing love you dude.
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This is incredible.
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That's incredible.
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Good for you.
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And what are you going to do?
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Are you going to go on a dating app?
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I'm on a dating app.
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You're on a dating app already?
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This guy, every day I've been swiping.
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Good for you.
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Where are my single people at?
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Clap, let me see where are my single people at?
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That's it.
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Single people.
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Clap, let me see where my single people at.
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Okay.
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I'll be here single.
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How long?
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All my life.
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All your life?
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Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.
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And how old are you?
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Now we know why he got divorced.
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He didn't even hesitate.
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The divorced guy immediately.
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Unbelievable.
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Oh my god.
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Well, well, how old are you?
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44. Not you, f*er.
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He's ready to go.
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Papers are not even done yet.
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22. 22.
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Exactly twice your age.
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Who did you come here with tonight?
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My parents.
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Your parents?
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Look, your dad is younger than your future boyfriend.
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You know why you're single, honey?
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Because of these two f*ers right next to you.
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These parents are the reason you're single.
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You're 22.
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You never had a boyfriend.
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Yeah, but it was a joke.
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Yeah, yeah, you gotta find a nice person.
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Don't let guys like this guy trick you.
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Okay, this is Max Amini's show.
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This is Max to the love.
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You don't fall for the, this is a disaster situation.
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He didn't come here to laugh.
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This f*er came up to pick somebody up tonight.
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He's hunting like with f*ing.
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Gambia, you're married to the Hong Kong lady?
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Get the f* out of here.
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African and Chinese.
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Wow, congratulations.
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How long have you guys been together?
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Four years?
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Fourteen years?
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Wow.
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How many kids?
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Four kids?
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What?
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Brother, you started an African village here in DC.
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Are the kids more Asian looking or African looking?
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From different, from different, ah, so you have two kids,
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she has two kids, two different, okay, okay, don't clap, relax.
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Why are you getting so nervous?
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Okay, let's move on.
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This is just getting juicy.
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Your ex-husband, was he Chinese?
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Bolivian.
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Bolivian?
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Oh, you like just f* around with the black people in their message.
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Nice, girl.
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I see how you're doing it.
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And then you were married to an African?
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Yeah?
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Two kids?
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In 14 years, so you pretty much raised each other's kids.
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My God, and how did you guys meet? At work?
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Work?
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Where do you guys work?
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At a refugee camp?
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What?
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I love how a bunch of refugees go, ha ha ha ha ha.
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Which camp did you guys meet at?
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The Germans love that joke.
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Then pretend that was not funny.
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What type of work were you guys doing?
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Massage partner.
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Oh shit!
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The Greek god found that hilarious.
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Stacy, he goes out for massages, I promise you.
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Fer.
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She said banking, she said banking.
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That's really cool, man.
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And, and, oh, my funeral flowers built.
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You should have bought, like, a stand for this, you know?
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It came with a stand, and the Indian guy was like, no, don't buy this stand.
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It's in the flowers.
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They did make a stand.
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Chinese and African.
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You guys should have a kid.
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Ninja will come out like the kid.
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Black Ninja will come out.
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You too, Ben, you should have a kid like Tony on there.
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She would give birth to Yoda.
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Ben fell asleep.
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Ben, wake the f* up.
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Ben, Ben slept.
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What the f* happened?
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Don't say nothing.
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Don't say nothing.
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What did you fell asleep?
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I love you.
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Then you fell asleep.
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Don't fall asleep in my show, man.
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The guy next to you, he's also Italian?
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Yeah?
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You're also Italian?
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Oh, this is nice.
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What's your name?
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Inea.
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Inea.
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That's so cool.
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You're a moustache, so cool, so cool, so beautiful.
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You're a very good looking man.
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What kind of underwear are you wearing?
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You wear a thong with a spaghetti string in between your ass.
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You're very cool, huh?
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I like Italian.
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You want to have some coffee?
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Some coffee in the middle of the show.
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I love these Italians.
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And darling, what's your name?
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Valentina.
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Valentina.
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Valentina I'm Ina.
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You know my name?
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Maxina.
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What are you doing in Washington DC?
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What the f* are you doing?
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Hard of hearing this guy.
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You're young, you cannot hear.
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What do you do?
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I make music, I'm a DJ.
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You make music, I'm a DJ.
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This is amazing!
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That's your full-time job?
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You're that good?
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Wow, what kind of music?
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Electronic music, house music.
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Electronics, house?
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S-s-s-s-s-s-spaghetti.
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Okay, what about you, sweetie?
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What do you do?
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I'm an aesthetician.
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Aesthetician?
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So you're the breadwinner.
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Thank you.
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Ben went home.
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Oh, that guy was so sweet.
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So wait a minute.
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He was with that girl, or the lady next to her.
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You pretended that you were his girl?
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Even though his wife was here?
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She was also...
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You Ukrainians are so nice, you're like, okay, I'll be the butt of the joke.
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He goes, this is my lady.
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I think he had Alzheimer's.
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He had no idea who he came out with.
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I love it.
Why practice speaking with this video?
Engaging with Max Amini's stand-up comedy not only provides entertainment but also serves as a potent tool to improve your English pronunciation. The conversational style of Amini’s comedy allows learners to immerse themselves in real-life dialogues, making it easier to grasp cultural cues and idiomatic expressions. By shadow speaking—repeating what you hear shortly after the speaker—you can enhance your speaking skills and develop a more natural rhythm in your conversation. Comedy tends to be lively and dynamic, which helps to reduce the pressure often felt during formal learning environments, making it an enjoyable way to practice English.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
Amini's use of conversational grammar reflects everyday speech that is valuable for learners. Here are a few key structures that stand out:
- Direct Questions: Amini engages his audience with direct questions, such as "What's your name, sir?" This structure is fundamental for learners as it encourages open dialogue and prompts a natural exchange.
- Exclamatory Responses: Phrases like "Oh, really?" and "That's very cool!" express excitement or surprise and help convey emotions accurately in conversation.
- Descriptive Language: The use of adjectives, such as "so beautiful" and "very curious," enriches speech and adds flavor to descriptions, which is key for effective communication.
- Conditional Statements: Amini mentions, "even if you kick us all out of the country," showing how to use conditional phrases humorously and expressively in casual discussions.
Common Pronunciation Traps
When practicing with this video, pay attention to certain tricky words or accents:
- "Darius": This name may trip up many learners due to its unique pronunciation. Focus on the rhythm and syllable emphasis when repeating.
- "Virginia": The 'vir' sound can be challenging; ensure you articulate the 'v' and 'r' sounds clearly.
- Regional Accents: Amini's style includes a mix of cultural references, which might introduce variations in pronunciation. Emphasizing these local accents helps learners understand and adapt to diverse English speaking styles.
By incorporating techniques like shadow speech while watching, you will improve your English pronunciation and better understand conversational nuances. Learning English with YouTube is an enriching method to make language acquisition both fun and effective.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.