WAFFLE HOUSE. Like any artist, he finishes with his strongest piece "Catsup" but for his encore, he still has a quick strong piece that will leave you laughing until the next special. I found this one the best structured. Unlike the rapid-fire single-line jokes of the previous bits, this one builds like a narrative with the biggest payoffs at the end. "Here's something you'll never hear in a Waffle House - 'Nice job cleaning up!'" It's a great way to end this routine.
This is a truly fun special. Like the comfort foods that he makes fun of, Jim's style seems so natural. The biggest compliment I can give him is that while all the jokes are new, they seem like something you must have heard before. They're just that easy. It's not that easy to make the mundane an entertaining topic. Pop in the DVD and you'll be hooked.
The disc has a number of specials in addition to over 30 minutes not seen in the Comedy Central special. The "Pale Force" episodes from the Conan O'Brien show are forgettable, as are the "Our Massive Planet" internet episodes. The interviews are interesting because they show Jim just having fun but he never seems to be as comfortable as he is on stage just talking about the things we encounter everyday.
Article comments
1 - BDawgBaconBoy
I totally agree! Jim's new special was absolutely fabulous! I had such high expectations b/c his first special BEYOND THE PALE was soooooo amazing! But this completely went way beyond my expectations. I already bought the CD off iTunes. BACON!
2 - Lidia
I love his special! I watch the DVD over and over! What I love about Jim even though his comedy is clean, you don't even notice it because the material is hilarious! I own "Beyond The Pale" which I had to show to everyone! Now I'm telling everyone about this new one. "King Baby" is awesome!