Doing Quote by Soupy Sales
“When I was doing my show in the '60s, the PTA objected because it thought I was saying 'dese, dem and dose' instead of 'these, them and those,' which was ridiculous.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: The Soupy Sales Show, 1960s
He mocked a PTA’s over‑sensitivity to his comedic wordplay, highlighting absurdity of censorship.
In simple terms: PTA overreacted to his jokes.
Key Takeaway
Don’t let trivial objections silence humor.
Themes
comedy
free speech
censorship
Mood
humorous
ironic
Type
anecdotal
satirical
When to use this quote
- stand‑up routines
- school events
- public performances
- media interviews
Key Concepts
language humor
social norms
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Should humor be limited to avoid offense?
- When is satire constructive?
A Different Perspective
Censorship can also protect vulnerable audiences.
