Black belt Quote by Scott McNeely
““A blind man walks into a bar, makes his way to a bar stool, and orders a drink. After sitting there for a while, he yells to the bartender, “Hey, you wanna hear a blonde joke?” The bar falls absolutely quiet. In a very deep, husky voice the woman next to him says, “Before you tell that joke, sir, I think it’s only fair that you should know five things: First, the bartender is a blonde girl with a baseball bat. Second, the bouncer is a blonde girl. Third, I’m a blonde with a black belt in karate. Fourth, the woman sitting next to me is a blonde and a professional boxer. Fifth, the lady to your right is a blonde and a decorated war veteran.” She puts her hand on the blind man’s arm and says, “Now think about it seriously, mister. Do you still want to tell that blonde joke?” The blind man thinks for a second, shakes his head, and mutters, “Naw, not if I’m gonna have to explain it five fucking times.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: Anonymous comedy sketch, 2010s
A blind man realizes his joke is offensive when surrounded by strong, capable blondes, prompting him to reconsider his prejudice.
In simple terms: He sees the irony of his joke and stops it.
Key Takeaway
Avoid jokes that rely on stereotypes.
Themes
stereotypes
humor
gender
power dynamics
Mood
embarrassed
reflective
thoughtful
Type
cautionary
humorous
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- social gatherings
- online forums
- teaching diversity
- team building
Key Concepts
social bias
self-awareness
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do stereotypes shape our jokes?
- What can we do when we recognize our bias?
A Different Perspective
The humor may still offend those who feel targeted; context matters.
