Netflix Stand-up Comedian Criticized for Misinterpreting Thai Philosophy

[spidermike007]

It is hard to even fathom the level of insecurity, and lack of self esteem, worthiness, and sensibility this man and his department must be feeling to go this far, and humiliate themselves to this extent. 

 

Or, don't they even see it? Could they be that blind and ignorant? 

[dinsdale]

34 minutes ago, Bobthegimp said:

 

You hit the nail on the head. I'm amazed that a wealthy person could spout this philosophy while maintaining a straight face. 

 

 In many ways it's analogous to the climate change rhetoric. Most supporters are of above the average educational level and financial means, and live high consumption lifestyles.  Cut out the people at the very top and it still skews towards the affluent-who do the vast majority of consuming and give  birth to more heavy consumers. 

 

Oddly, they come out spewing "facts" and statistics of dubious origin, yet never reveal what they've done to alleviate the problem they largely contribute to.  Plenty of preaching which overlaps the vague concept of "sustainability" while leaving us to infer that accepting totalitarianism is the only path to saving the planet. 

 

The Thai philosophy leads to more resources for the wealthy to consume at the expense of the planet and the working class. Pre "climate change" climate change propaganda. 

 

 

Sorry you are wrong. The wealthy help the planet in regards to climate change because they own a EV Merc in their fleet of non-EV Mercs.

[CanadaSam]

20 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

His main concerns were the authenticity of Udom's information

 

For God's sake, he's a stand up comedian! 

 

Do any comedians use authentic information?

 

Or is that called "news", not stand up comedy!  Wake up!

[snoop1130]

Former MP Initiates Legal Action Against Thai Comedian Udom

 

 

Thai comedian, Udom Taepanich, popularly known as Big Nose, finds himself in legal hot water once again. This follows a complaint lodged by former Ratchaburi MP Parina Kraikupt at the Po Tharam Police Station. The news was revealed by journalist Sarayuth Sutthasanachinda on his web page.

 

Parina's decision to take legal action comes during a controversy involving Udom. Expressing her frustration online, Parina wrote a post stating her inability to ignore Udom's actions. She confessed once being a fan of his but condemned his use of the monarchy for personal profit.

 

Parina's steps to take legal action under Section 112, also known as the lese-majeste law, has gained public attention. This law is recognized as one of the world's strictest. It protects the Thai monarchy from any form of criticism or scrutiny, often sparking tension between advocates for freedom of speech and monarchy protection.

 

Violating this law can result in severe punishment, including long-term imprisonment. KhaoSod reported this law is a topic of disagreement among Thai citizens and international spectators.

 

The former MP's choice to take legal steps to protect the monarchy aligns with the beliefs of many Thai citizens who see the monarchy as an essential part of their identity. Parina's call for public punishment reveals a desire to uphold social order — a concept deeply rooted in Thai culture. This adds yet another twist to the evolving legal scene.

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

-- 2024-05-08

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[Bobthegimp]

52 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

Former MP Initiates Legal Action Against Thai Comedian Udom

 

 

Thai comedian, Udom Taepanich, popularly known as Big Nose, finds himself in legal hot water once again. This follows a complaint lodged by former Ratchaburi MP Parina Kraikupt at the Po Tharam Police Station. The news was revealed by journalist Sarayuth Sutthasanachinda on his web page.

 

Parina's decision to take legal action comes during a controversy involving Udom. Expressing her frustration online, Parina wrote a post stating her inability to ignore Udom's actions. She confessed once being a fan of his but condemned his use of the monarchy for personal profit.

 

Parina's steps to take legal action under Section 112, also known as the lese-majeste law, has gained public attention. This law is recognized as one of the world's strictest. It protects the Thai monarchy from any form of criticism or scrutiny, often sparking tension between advocates for freedom of speech and monarchy protection.

 

Violating this law can result in severe punishment, including long-term imprisonment. KhaoSod reported this law is a topic of disagreement among Thai citizens and international spectators.

 

The former MP's choice to take legal steps to protect the monarchy aligns with the beliefs of many Thai citizens who see the monarchy as an essential part of their identity. Parina's call for public punishment reveals a desire to uphold social order — a concept deeply rooted in Thai culture. This adds yet another twist to the evolving legal scene.

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

-- 2024-05-08

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It's now called "lawfare". 

 

Welcome to the battle for our minds.

[dinsdale]

It really is pitiful but sadly it does reflect a mentallity of Thai culture. Just need to look at the kindergarten slap fight at the top of the RTP. A lot higher level for sure but still a schoolyard slapfight between the corrupt and the corrupt.

[Bobthegimp]

18 hours ago, orchis said:

the culprit, the comic and also painter, Udom "Nose" Taepanich

 

The government is lining him up to be the Thai version of "Emmanuel Goldstein" for the two minute hate.  

[Caldera]

23 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The Sufficiency Economy philosophy, integral to Thai culture, encourages moderation, prudence, and self-immunity for sustainable development.

 

I see, that sounds terrific. But maybe she should explain this philosophy to Thailand's billionaire oligarchs, not to a stand-up comedian. 

[realfunster]

Sonthiya is one of those irritating serial petitioner types. A quick Google marks him as a "staunch royalist". I would not invest too much interest in his actions. 

 

For those that are not aware, the sufficiency economy philosophy was particularly espoused by the late previous monarch, which is probably why Sonthiya has his knickers in a twist.

 

 

[connda]

It hysterical how so many people get their Nose bent out of shape (pun intended) by comedy. 
It's COMEDY ffs?

[Korat Kiwi]

38 minutes ago, realfunster said:

Sonthiya is one of those irritating serial petitioner types. A quick Google marks him as a "staunch royalist". I would not invest too much interest in his actions. 

 

For those that are not aware, the sufficiency economy philosophy was particularly espoused by the late previous monarch, which is probably why Sonthiya has his knickers in a twist.

 

 

Initially I thought this guy was :

 

 

Obviously I got that completely wrong!!!! 

[ikke1959]

he never was at an comedian show in the Western world I suppose

[Peabody]

I watched the whole 2-hour 20-minute show. Towards the end, he talked about the ping-pong/banana/bird/turtle/cigarette/dart shows on Bangla in Phuket and in Pattaya. He then talked about the big dick guys who lift a 6-liter jug with their dongs and said this is the real soft power. That's it. No insults, no mention of the big wiz at all. Mentioned "soft power" maybe twice. 

WTF is wrong with some netizens??

 

[thesetat]

7 hours ago, Bobthegimp said:

 

You hit the nail on the head. I'm amazed that a wealthy person could spout this philosophy while maintaining a straight face. 

 

 In many ways it's analogous to the climate change rhetoric. Most supporters are of above the average educational level and financial means, and live high consumption lifestyles.  Cut out the people at the very top and it still skews towards the affluent-who do the vast majority of consuming and give  birth to more heavy consumers. 

 

Oddly, they come out spewing "facts" and statistics of dubious origin, yet never reveal what they've done to alleviate the problem they largely contribute to.  Plenty of preaching which overlaps the vague concept of "sustainability" while leaving us to infer that accepting totalitarianism is the only path to saving the planet. 

 

The Thai philosophy leads to more resources for the wealthy to consume at the expense of the planet and the working class. Pre "climate change" climate change propaganda. 

 

 

What facts? It is a comedy show routine... Facts are not involved unless they are twisted to make a joke of some kind. Filing a case against the man clearly means they do not understand the word comedy and sarcasm. Insults and sarcasm are what makes comedy funny. We all grew out of the silly Benny Hill comedies. (although I still enjoy them) but this mans comedy show clearly is a rhetoric learned by watching other comedians who daresay speak about any topic that hits a nerve to make people laugh about it. 

[bradiston]

3 hours ago, thesetat said:

What facts? It is a comedy show routine... Facts are not involved unless they are twisted to make a joke of some kind. Filing a case against the man clearly means they do not understand the word comedy and sarcasm. Insults and sarcasm are what makes comedy funny. We all grew out of the silly Benny Hill comedies. (although I still enjoy them) but this mans comedy show clearly is a rhetoric learned by watching other comedians who daresay speak about any topic that hits a nerve to make people laugh about it. 

Not sarcasm. Satire, spoof or irony maybe. But many people can't recognise that kind of humour, and take it literally, and thus offense, which just shows an extraordinary lack of sophistication. Slapstick is the preferred medium. But this guy had my ex falling off her chair laughing . A girl from rural Phrae with 5 years education. She got it. These idiots in Bangkok don't. So who are the real clowns?

[hotchilli]

16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The former MP's choice to take legal steps to protect the monarchy aligns with the beliefs of many Thai citizens who see the monarchy as an essential part of their identity.

When it suits.

[newbee2022]

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Former MP Initiates Legal Action Against Thai Comedian Udom

 

 

Thai comedian, Udom Taepanich, popularly known as Big Nose, finds himself in legal hot water once again. This follows a complaint lodged by former Ratchaburi MP Parina Kraikupt at the Po Tharam Police Station. The news was revealed by journalist Sarayuth Sutthasanachinda on his web page.

 

Parina's decision to take legal action comes during a controversy involving Udom. Expressing her frustration online, Parina wrote a post stating her inability to ignore Udom's actions. She confessed once being a fan of his but condemned his use of the monarchy for personal profit.

 

Parina's steps to take legal action under Section 112, also known as the lese-majeste law, has gained public attention. This law is recognized as one of the world's strictest. It protects the Thai monarchy from any form of criticism or scrutiny, often sparking tension between advocates for freedom of speech and monarchy protection.

 

Violating this law can result in severe punishment, including long-term imprisonment. KhaoSod reported this law is a topic of disagreement among Thai citizens and international spectators.

 

The former MP's choice to take legal steps to protect the monarchy aligns with the beliefs of many Thai citizens who see the monarchy as an essential part of their identity. Parina's call for public punishment reveals a desire to uphold social order — a concept deeply rooted in Thai culture. This adds yet another twist to the evolving legal scene.

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

-- 2024-05-08

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As I said many times: truth hurts. Don't joke about govt....

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[brewsterbudgen]

Good grief, I thought Thailand had moved on forward.  😪

[JonnyF]

Sufficiency economy philosophy tends to require people to be happy with having next to nothing. A bowl of rice and a shack is 'sufficient', apparently. Unsurprisingly, it is generally supported by those with extreme levels of wealth.

 

Much like elitist climate activists telling people to be happy with a weekend in Skegness every 5 years, as they jet around the world in private jets. Harry and Meghan are a great example of such.

 

It deserves to be made fun of. 

 

The issue here appears to be the individual associated with such a theory. 

 

[zyphodb]

18 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

It is hard to even fathom the level of insecurity, and lack of self esteem, worthiness, and sensibility this man and his department must be feeling to go this far, and humiliate themselves to this extent. 

 

Or, don't they even see it? Could they be that blind and ignorant? 

 

Yes they could...

[JimHuaHin]

"Sufficiency economy philosophy tends to require people to be happy with having next to nothing. A bowl of rice and a shack is 'sufficient', apparently. Unsurprisingly, it is generally supported by those with extreme levels of wealth."  Agreed.

 

Rama IX The Great received a UN award for his "Sufficiency economy philosophy", and rightfully so for its attempt to improve the lives of impoverished landed rural folks (read the last phrase carefully).

 

Nevertheless, it is difficult, if not near impossible, to view examples of this philosophy in urban settings.  Can anyone name any Thai politician or senior government official living by this philosophy?

 

Having recently read about half a dozen books (not banned in Thailand) by Thai scholars, both Thais and non-Thais, concerning modern and contemporary Thai history (ie basically the past 100-odd years), one repeatedly sees Thai history and political behaviour repeating itself.

 

Is it thus any wonder that the Future Forward Party were, and the Move Forward Party are, so popular amongst the Thai population, especially youth?