The BBC did a very poor job on this interview. They couldn’t find one 10 second clip to let the audience know the style of the work? And yet they keep insinuating that these obvious parodies would be confusing and add to the sphere of “fake news”. Randy deserves better.
They "agonized" over not picking a single clip??? She made it sound like Randy does nothing but curse or show nudity. What a rip-off for BBC viewers who missed out on seeing some really funny "mickeys". And some mighty fine singing as well!
If they actually showed a clip, they're question about people thinking it was real news really would have seemed more stupid internet actually did. They would see right off the bat, you have to be a moron to really consider this to be a real broadcast.
As most people here, you, Bard, don't get the many layers of the journalist's questioning. Some of the layers are hilariously and subtly ironic. In the style of Randy's parodies, but much more subtle. Very British. Randy clearly gets the wink to his videos and has a hard time not bursting into laughter. It's a pity that this goes completely over your head and over the head of most people here.
Was she really worried about "blurred lines"? Awful interview she didn't treat seriously enough. She could've asked other questions in regards to his background for example and his views on the future of current situations. Love Randy any time though!
WE LOVE YOU RANDY! WHo would believe that randy is real fake news!? You have to be insane to believe that. These questions are nuts. Randy is brilliant, let his work speak for itself.
I'm so sorry Randy. I'm British and this interview and interviewer just makes us look dumb. Just know we're not all that stupid. Keep up the good work. This Brit knows the difference between a parody and news and will continue to share and spread the word about your wonderful body of work for as long as you continue to produce these hilarious youtube videos..
We know you're not dumb. We also know you're being awesome, loyal friends during our biggest catastrophe. Cheers, and good luck with that Brexit thingie. See you on the other side of all this.
Michelle Ingham Wow, I was so embarrassed FOR the woman...she made a complete FOOL out of herself. I bet she was raked over the coals for this travesty of an interview. Suddenly out of left field, she’s asking non sequiturs and questions that she calls “deep”, actually insulting the intelligence of both Randy and viewers! No, lady, people ARE NOT as stupid as you are. 🙄
@@intercat4907 Same. As stressed out as I am over Brexit, I look over at what America is going through with Trump and all we can do really is cling to each other for support through this madness.
Michelle Ingham No, Michelle, we love you. I suspect this woman did not do her homework, or maybe the dog ate it, and doesn’t get the delightful parody that has kept most of us sane during this sad, dark period. I spent most of my day just shaking my head and saying, “Whaaaaaat, whyyyyy, howwww...” until I found Randy’s vids. (This woman made me do it again.) Randy is our national tonic. Cheers!
Some really strange questions from the BBC here that have me scratching my head. Randy's (wonderful) videos are obviously parody. Why is she suggesting there are blurred lines?
I think the real problem is how simple minded so many people are. some will see this as real news. Same with late night comics. People need to realize its comedy. They usually have to change the truth a little to make it funny.
I think another problem is the interviewer did not do her homework on Randy and his body of work, and then the path she chose to pursue was completely off base. On the other hand, Randy was his usual charming and engaging self. Bless you, Randy!
Agree! Parady is always been so obvious with him that its amazing how it is puzzling this interview? 😳 well, what could we expect from mainstream media! Most of what they know has to be "fake" news propaganda!
Is this an authentic BBC interviewer? How many ways can she ask the same question which Randy's audience IS smart enough to recognize parody over tragedy. Seriously?! She asked him at least three times if people can discern his "interviews" from real ones.
Kate, she's aware of the idiocy of Donald supporters and she's right: many, if not all, of them are unable to distinguish true from fake, also re Randy's "interviews"... check out the comments on Randy's videos
True, most Trump supporters are not going to "get" Randy's videos. But you'll see from Randy's comment threads that the VAST MAJORITY of viewers DO get them...and we LOVE them!
Bravo, Randy. Beautiful job handling some rather baffling and strange questions with honesty, insight, and humility. And of course you look magnificent, as always. I only wish the BBC had played clips of a few of your dazzling, hilarious videos.
erdmanr1 And that a much better "reporter" would have interviewed him and not wasted an entire interview with inane and misinformed questions & comments. She must be applying for a job with Fox News. She'll do well there. She was horrendous here.
Amen!! You nailed it, Cherylyn Tompkins. Ordinarily I have a lot of respect for BBC. I use it as a news source. But in this case.....What was she thinking?? Has she never heard of PARODY??
The famous English duo Gilbert & Sullivan was one of the earliest icons of musical theatre parody. HMS Pinafore, Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado are all classics. One of Randy's latest video was a take on the song "I am the very model of a modern Major-General" from Pirates of Penzance.
She probably will +Rebecca Deras. I live in Britain and I watch Randy Rainbow on You Tube and he is what is getting me through the Orangutan Mussolini until he is out of the White House. GO BLUE 2020!!!!
Right?!? How could anyone do an interview with RR and NOT play his material? WHAT?!?!?!? I hope that woman either improved at her craft or is working in another industry right now, at the very least, I HOPE SHE APOLOGIZED to RR for this pathetic excuse of an interview and for wasting his time!!!
Is this reporter trying to have her own parody made by Randy? She obviously doesn't get it. What kind of questions are these??? Aghhh. I love you, Randy.
OMG Randy! That woman is utterly ridiculous! I’m sure she thought she was being “hard hitting” or whatever, but she simply made a fool of herself. How could any reasonably intelligent person confuse you with a real news source? I guess it’s the pink horn-rimmed glasses that give you an air of journalistic panache and austerity. 😐. You make me happy all the time and I want to marry you immediately. Thanks for what you do, you’re kind of a genius.
I've been subbed to Randy for ages, and he's hilarious. It's CLEARLY all parody, I don't see how anyone could mistake it otherwise. As a comedian he is commenting on serious topics, but you'd have to be brain dead or a Trump supporter to believe it was anything other than witty commentary and parody.
the scary thing is that some of the most egregious fake news (conspiracy theories, generally ultra-right) originate on sites that call themselves satiric. now, I think they're lying, and deliberately reinforcing buggy minds...
Ha! Good idea, jamberstone 1. This interviewer is not far above Kellyanne Conway's intelligence level. How annoying for someone as intellectually brilliant as Randy. He should totally do a parody of this interview. : )
Wait, what? They didn't play any of his videos? Randy Rainbow deserves better! What was the point of this interview? She kept asking him "aren't you blurring the lines"? I wonder if she actually watched any of his videos. It kind of was fake news!
"Some of your interviews look so real" Seriously?! The "interviews" are obvious spoofs. Randy is often wearing crazy glasses, his exaggerated responses are obviously comic and then he bursts into song. Only a complete idiot would mistake his material for serious journalism. Which doesn't say a lot about this reporter.
MetteC5 - That makes sense but think you're missing the point of Josh's comment since the interview clearly made this the entire focus of this abortion of an interview.
They do look real, I give her that. I mean, they look realistic but when you listen to what is said and see Randy take out his pink glasses... if that still didn't clue you in, he will burst into song and wear costumes. That said, I think I'd like some serious journalists to so that from time to time. :-D No! Now I have images in my mind!
As most people here, you, Naomi, don't get the many layers of the journalist's questioning. Some of the layers are hilariously ironic - in the style of Randy's parodies, but much more subtle. Very British. Randy clearly gets the wink to his videos and has a hard time not bursting into laughter. It's a pity that this goes completely over your head and over the head of most people here.
Seriously - has this interviewer never met an American with a brain? Seems like she's made several attempts to insult Americans with her repeated questioning of Randy's fans' abilities to discriminate between parody and reality. Does she think we all voted for Dumpy? And the use of the term, "naughty" diminishes Randy's brilliant use of obscenity and sarcasm.
P.S. British Friends, I've visited your lovely country three times, and I ADORE it! Whatever your opinion of the BBC, may I recommend that you check out Randy Rainbow's comic videos themselves? They really are brilliantly executed and laugh-out-loud funny. They do NOT confuse parody with reality, and they are NOT too "naughty" for British audiences--not by a long chalk. Enjoy!
erdmanr1 can only apologise for this stupid BBC reporter - Randy has a huge following here in the U.K. and like you, we have no problem deciphering his parody nor do we find his videos 'naughty' 🙄 Some BBC presenters are just a bit simple!!!
Thank you, Sarah Scott! One of the MANY things I love about British culture is the humor. British humor is WICKED! So it was quite a surprise to see this interviewer get all heavy-handed about the distinction between humor and serious reporting. But it's no surprise to hear that Randy has a huge following in the U.K. I would trust Brits to "get it"....except maybe that interviewer.....
What was that with not playing any Randy Rainbow video clips because they're a bit "naughty"??? I've watched enough British humor to know that comic naughtiness is at LEAST as prized across the pond as it is here in the U.S. Is the BBC always so prim and prudish? After all, the UK is the land of Monty Python and Fascinating Aïda, to name just a couple.
Totally agree, Ellen Winchester! If I may say so, Randy's version of The Rocky Horror (Picture) Show's "Sweet Transvestite" is considerably LESS raunchy than the 1975 (yes, 1975!!) original. And that raunchy original is a classic. What does the BBC want--the Donna Reed Show??
And remember Benny Hill? This BBC 'reporter' was/is a complete idiot. What a waste of an interview. Randy deserves so much more and so much better. Bless him.
We can only hope that some BBC watchers decided to check out Randy's videos for themselves. Generally speaking, British audiences aren't stupid. They should be able to recognize Randy's videos for the brilliant, hilarious, meticulously crafted parodies they are.
I’ve been a follower of Randy quite a while. This interviewer clearly hadn’t taken time to research very well before this interview. I was proud of how well he responded, in terms of hoping his audience was intelligent enough to recognize parody. I’d call that a slight (and beautifully delivered) clap back.
Randy Rainbow is among the internet's greatest gifts. I rarely play his videos only once - they are the UA-cam content I am most likely to share with friends. And damn, his production quality is astounding for a one man act!!
I love Randy. This interview was awful though and I don’t think it was his fault. Her questions were the problem. The angle that she chose to question him on was ridiculous. Why not ask about the process of making the videos at home or the experience of internet fame?
Outstanding musicality & creative genius, both beyond the stratosphere, combined with superlative wit and hard work. This is the gift Randy Rainbow has given us: A national treasure.
I love Randy Rainbow’ s videos ...He makes me laugh and it is hilarious...thank you Randy ...in a world with so many problems it is always to have comedy to help us laugh and relax.
How many ways can she ask the same question? No. No one thinks his videos are actual interviews; they're just there to brighten up your morning/afternoon
Wow ... what a stupid story angle and a missed opportunity for a great interview with a superb political comedian! There is NO WAY people are going to interpret Randy's videos for anything other than what they are - clever political satire!! Really honey? How about asking him why he thinks his work is finally resonating with audiences ... or how gets the comedy to ring so rediculously true and still entertain!! How about asking him about the reaction he has gotten from his fans ... or better still, the reaction he has gotten from his political targets. I think someone at BBC doesn't get it. Very disapointed in this lame interview. :(
He was pretty surprised by the questions I think. Like seriously, only a complete idiot would think his interviews are real. He puts on his pink glasses, says jokes and funny lines, and then breaks into song. Ya, Donald Trump would really go for that in an interview and act like it’s nothing. 😂
He Is great and we love him as he gives us hope..... SHAME on This administration. He is a hero to many of us. THANK YOU Randy Rainbow for bringing us some sunshine in this time of America's decline in the world
I wonder if he's thinking of doing a parody about her, because she's ridiculous. FFS lady, he sings (very well) in all his clips and if anyone confuses that with real journalism they deserve the confusion. This woman is embarrassing to watch.
For God sake, people, it's the BBC. What do you want. They are so out of it, so self-conscious, so just plain retro. I love that Randy got this interview and did us all proud.
For crying out loud.. Randy is a genius and I’ll give you my thoughts. I’m terrified of this Trump administration. I lose sleep at night because what we’re experiencing is extremely serious. When I watch Randy’s videos, I laugh and feel hopeful. That’s the best medicine. Your questions are so negative and he’s helping to bring awareness through comedy to this frightening time in American history. There are great interviews from other networks so yippee! Just a little perspective from a fan of the Rainbow. 🌈
Since I found Randy by blood pressure has gone back to almost normal. My favorite (so far) is Desperate Cheeto. But what really bugs me is that she (and/or the BBC) thinks that some of Randy's songs "a bit naughty". Naughty where? In Nambia?
I am a big fan of RR, and no, he is making fun of serious subjects, and giving some comic relief, at a time when we are all suffering. Keep it up, Randy. We love you.
This man is the most talented person on this planet! Entertaining, gorgeous to look at, has a unique way to express what the majority of the public are feeling or thinking, and is just funny. Thanks Randy💝💝
Good lord. This line of questioning depresses me. Did the interviewer, producers or anyone involved with BBC actually take a look at Randy's videos? Randy was a class-act here, and should be given a medal for not rolling his eyes. :)
OMG! It is very clear that you inserted yourself into interviews that were done by other people. I think you do it incredibly cleverly! I love your timing, your choice of words, your singing is wonderful! I am constantly amazed by all the video tricks that you do and wonder how you do that! I know it's editing, but it's high-level that I can't fathom. I think you do great work and I eagerly anticipate every new video. I do know that what you do is parody and I love it! I'm sorry that this interviewer was so dense. It bothered me greatly. Kudos to you for being calm and polite during this difficult interview.
Randy's videos are obviously parody but they are also a heavy commentary on the insane issues we are facing these days while being hilariously entertaining. Your fans get you Randy Rainbow as opposed to some like BBC who do not.
He's not having a hard time answering the questions because it is early for him. It is because the questions are stupid and a waste of time. Has she even watched any of his videos?
Congratulations, Randy! So wonderful to see that you’re finally being acknowledged by other news sources (although that interviewer was ghastly), and that more folks are tuning in to your channel! Very excited and happy for you! Mazel Tov!!😎😂🤣👏👏👏
Got to say I love Randy's work, never thought it was actual news though....more like a way to lighten up heavy news stories so that I don't spiral into a vortex of depression considering all the crap going on right now. Also my mom was heavy into musicals when I was a kid (I personally prefer Rock Opera, Yah Rocky Horror), I know all the original songs he is parodying.
Randy, Congratulations on being interviewed by the BBC! In my book, that’s the big time! For demographic purposes, I am an old straight male WASP, and I have laughed out loud at your videos more in the the last week of binge-watching than I have in twenty years of watching other comedy (I kid you not!). Keep up the EXCELLENT work!
Randy Rainbow is an American treasure. He's precisely what America needs right now.
And in the future - it's time (maybe overtime) for his star to rise and shine.
We all need him.
He helps retain sanity in these Trumpian times Sylvia
It's an outrage that Randy has not hosted Saturday Night Live!
He is absolutely a treasure!!!
The BBC did a very poor job on this interview. They couldn’t find one 10 second clip to let the audience know the style of the work? And yet they keep insinuating that these obvious parodies would be confusing and add to the sphere of “fake news”. Randy deserves better.
They "agonized" over not picking a single clip??? She made it sound like Randy does nothing but curse or show nudity. What a rip-off for BBC viewers who missed out on seeing some really funny "mickeys". And some mighty fine singing as well!
Bard: I think this interview/video is a Poe.
Agreed.
If they actually showed a clip, they're question about people thinking it was real news really would have seemed more stupid internet actually did. They would see right off the bat, you have to be a moron to really consider this to be a real broadcast.
As most people here, you, Bard, don't get the many layers of the journalist's questioning. Some of the layers are hilariously and subtly ironic. In the style of Randy's parodies, but much more subtle. Very British. Randy clearly gets the wink to his videos and has a hard time not bursting into laughter.
It's a pity that this goes completely over your head and over the head of most people here.
Randy Rainbow is a Godsend. He is providing a great service. Keep it up, Randy. Interviewer is asking stupid questions.
Oh my gosh. This is what happens when the host doesn't watch the stuff that the guest produces.
Transport Evolved Yes, it’s too ‘scathing’ ‘naughty’ and questionable for her?!
I totally agree. This person needs to watch his videos! I am a big fan of your show by the way! Keep evolving!
This!!!
Exactly!!
Was she really worried about "blurred lines"? Awful interview she didn't treat seriously enough. She could've asked other questions in regards to his background for example and his views on the future of current situations. Love Randy any time though!
WE LOVE YOU RANDY! WHo would believe that randy is real fake news!? You have to be insane to believe that. These questions are nuts. Randy is brilliant, let his work speak for itself.
seoreh Is that would, or wouldn’t? Based on recent news, we have to be sure! 😉
ABSOLUTELY!!!
I know!
Randy is a genius. Can't say the same for this interviewer. Yikes.....
Blurring the lines? This interviewer is a moron
Trump is fake. News not randy rainbow. Trump a con artist. Randy is a national treasure.
@Miki Berge Grabbed their people from Fox, aye?
@@michaelpondo6324 LOL. I second Michael Pondo.
Yep Yikes
I'm so sorry Randy. I'm British and this interview and interviewer just makes us look dumb. Just know we're not all that stupid. Keep up the good work. This Brit knows the difference between a parody and news and will continue to share and spread the word about your wonderful body of work for as long as you continue to produce these hilarious youtube videos..
I expect she is quite an outlier among you Brits
We know you're not dumb. We also know you're being awesome, loyal friends during our biggest catastrophe. Cheers, and good luck with that Brexit thingie. See you on the other side of all this.
Michelle Ingham Wow, I was so embarrassed FOR the woman...she made a complete FOOL out of herself. I bet she was raked over the coals for this travesty of an interview. Suddenly out of left field, she’s asking non sequiturs and questions that she calls “deep”, actually insulting the intelligence of both Randy and viewers! No, lady, people ARE NOT as stupid as you are. 🙄
@@intercat4907 Same. As stressed out as I am over Brexit, I look over at what America is going through with Trump and all we can do really is cling to each other for support through this madness.
Michelle Ingham No, Michelle, we love you. I suspect this woman did not do her homework, or maybe the dog ate it, and doesn’t get the delightful parody that has kept most of us sane during this sad, dark period. I spent most of my day just shaking my head and saying, “Whaaaaaat, whyyyyy, howwww...” until I found Randy’s vids. (This woman made me do it again.) Randy is our national tonic. Cheers!
Some really strange questions from the BBC here that have me scratching my head. Randy's (wonderful) videos are obviously parody. Why is she suggesting there are blurred lines?
Simple English Videos that is odd. They all specifically say *parody*
she's a bit simple-minded.
I think the real problem is how simple minded so many people are. some will see this as real news. Same with late night comics. People need to realize its comedy. They usually have to change the truth a little to make it funny.
I think another problem is the interviewer did not do her homework on Randy and his body of work, and then the path she chose to pursue was completely off base. On the other hand, Randy was his usual charming and engaging self. Bless you, Randy!
Agree! Parady is always been so obvious with him that its amazing how it is puzzling this interview? 😳 well, what could we expect from mainstream media! Most of what they know has to be "fake" news propaganda!
Randy Rainbow is just amazing So talented.
Is this an authentic BBC interviewer? How many ways can she ask the same question which Randy's audience IS smart enough to recognize parody over tragedy. Seriously?! She asked him at least three times if people can discern his "interviews" from real ones.
Kate DIY
She's daft!
Kate, she's aware of the idiocy of Donald supporters and she's right: many, if not all, of them are unable to distinguish true from fake, also re Randy's "interviews"... check out the comments on Randy's videos
Does she think we usually follow news stories with show tunes? I suppose anyone could think anything about us now.
True, most Trump supporters are not going to "get" Randy's videos. But you'll see from Randy's comment threads that the VAST MAJORITY of viewers DO get them...and we LOVE them!
Terry well, that's relative. I have more trust for truth on a Randy song than Faux News
Bravo, Randy. Beautiful job handling some rather baffling and strange questions with honesty, insight, and humility. And of course you look magnificent, as always. I only wish the BBC had played clips of a few of your dazzling, hilarious videos.
erdmanr1 And that a much better "reporter" would have interviewed him and not wasted an entire interview with inane and misinformed questions & comments. She must be applying for a job with Fox News. She'll do well there. She was horrendous here.
Amen!! You nailed it, Cherylyn Tompkins. Ordinarily I have a lot of respect for BBC. I use it as a news source. But in this case.....What was she thinking?? Has she never heard of PARODY??
The clips were too "naughty".
The famous English duo Gilbert & Sullivan was one of the earliest icons of musical theatre parody. HMS Pinafore, Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado are all classics. One of Randy's latest video was a take on the song "I am the very model of a modern Major-General" from Pirates of Penzance.
Dreadful interview but Randy is awesome! I wonder if she's ever watched one if his videos? Love him!
She probably will +Rebecca Deras. I live in Britain and I watch Randy Rainbow on You Tube and he is what is getting me through the Orangutan Mussolini until he is out of the White House. GO BLUE 2020!!!!
Right?!? How could anyone do an interview with RR and NOT play his material? WHAT?!?!?!? I hope that woman either improved at her craft or is working in another industry right now, at the very least, I HOPE SHE APOLOGIZED to RR for this pathetic excuse of an interview and for wasting his time!!!
Is this reporter trying to have her own parody made by Randy? She obviously doesn't get it. What kind of questions are these??? Aghhh. I love you, Randy.
OMG Randy! That woman is utterly ridiculous! I’m sure she thought she was being “hard hitting” or whatever, but she simply made a fool of herself. How could any reasonably intelligent person confuse you with a real news source? I guess it’s the pink horn-rimmed glasses that give you an air of journalistic panache and austerity. 😐. You make me happy all the time and I want to marry you immediately. Thanks for what you do, you’re kind of a genius.
I was thinking the same. The pink horn-rimmed glasses and the costumes kind of give some very subtle hints that it might be parody. ;-)
No!! I want to marry him!!
"Kind of" a genius? His picture should be in the dictionary next to the definition of genius! He epitomizes genius!
Karen McCarrell We can all share him!
@@veganworldpeace2649 Ha. I'm in!
Randy Rainbow is my hero...he's so witty, talented, gorgeous, and is keeping me sane during the reign of evil Cheetoh!
I've been subbed to Randy for ages, and he's hilarious. It's CLEARLY all parody, I don't see how anyone could mistake it otherwise. As a comedian he is commenting on serious topics, but you'd have to be brain dead or a Trump supporter to believe it was anything other than witty commentary and parody.
I know. I guess she thinks ALL Americans are dumb?
No, Brutella, she's just spelling it out for the idiotic Donald supporters
the scary thing is that some of the most egregious fake news (conspiracy theories, generally ultra-right) originate on sites that call themselves satiric. now, I think they're lying, and deliberately reinforcing buggy minds...
John D Aren't *brain dead* and *trump supporters* synonymous?!?
🇬🇧✴️🇺🇸✴️🇬🇧
"Brain dead or a trump supporter." Lol! So true!🤣😅
Randy you really have to do one of your fake interviews with this interview
Ha! Good idea, jamberstone 1. This interviewer is not far above Kellyanne Conway's intelligence level. How annoying for someone as intellectually brilliant as Randy. He should totally do a parody of this interview. : )
jamberstone1 was thinking exactly that!!!
She does not deserve another second of anyone's attention.
😂
Alan Brown 🤣
Randy Rainbow is LIFE!! Until Mango Moussilini is behind bars, this is where I go to feel normal and happy...
Amanda Blythe mango Mussolini. Omg thats awesome.
Omg "Mango Moussilini"!!! Just cracked me up! What a great laugh, thank you :)
Randy needs to use that one! I'm sure he can come up with something really good for Mango Mussolini.
Exactly, Amanda B. He's putting wit & truth in his comic parody. He does it in an intelligent way!
Amanda Blythe 🤣😂😂🤣😃😃🤣🤣😂🤣😃😃😄😅😅😄😃🤣
Wait, what? They didn't play any of his videos? Randy Rainbow deserves better! What was the point of this interview? She kept asking him "aren't you blurring the lines"? I wonder if she actually watched any of his videos. It kind of was fake news!
Randy Rainbow, helping us through some very tough times here in the good old US of A. Thank you, sir.
"Some of your interviews look so real" Seriously?! The "interviews" are obvious spoofs. Randy is often wearing crazy glasses, his exaggerated responses are obviously comic and then he bursts into song. Only a complete idiot would mistake his material for serious journalism. Which doesn't say a lot about this reporter.
Ever heard of subtlety, Josh? The reporter was obviously hinting to the idiocy of Donald supporters. Obviously.
Plus he was the one that brought up the subject.
MetteC5 - That makes sense but think you're missing the point of Josh's comment since the interview clearly made this the entire focus of this abortion of an interview.
They do look real, I give her that. I mean, they look realistic but when you listen to what is said and see Randy take out his pink glasses... if that still didn't clue you in, he will burst into song and wear costumes. That said, I think I'd like some serious journalists to so that from time to time. :-D No! Now I have images in my mind!
@Satu Gustafson, hahahaha, hilarious! I do wish some journalists would burst into song! 😂
Interview wasted... He's a genius, and these are not deep questions. She just misses the point of RR completely #eyeroll
RIGHT!!!!!! ugh!!!!!!
Yes! #eyeroll
As most people here, you, Naomi, don't get the many layers of the journalist's questioning. Some of the layers are hilariously ironic - in the style of Randy's parodies, but much more subtle. Very British. Randy clearly gets the wink to his videos and has a hard time not bursting into laughter.
It's a pity that this goes completely over your head and over the head of most people here.
#GIRL
He handled it with class though.
I️ love Randy! Clearly, they’re parodies… if anyone takes them as serious news sources then they clearly missed the mark. Keep making magic, Randy!!
What kind of questions were those, lol. Either you get Randy's parodies, or you don't, apparently. He's brilliant.
Randy is a bright ray of sunshine in these dark times!
The reporter is just dreadful!
Seriously - has this interviewer never met an American with a brain? Seems like she's made several attempts to insult Americans with her repeated questioning of Randy's fans' abilities to discriminate between parody and reality. Does she think we all voted for Dumpy? And the use of the term, "naughty" diminishes Randy's brilliant use of obscenity and sarcasm.
My baby on BBC News!! Go Randy!!💝
P.S. British Friends, I've visited your lovely country three times, and I ADORE it! Whatever your opinion of the BBC, may I recommend that you check out Randy Rainbow's comic videos themselves? They really are brilliantly executed and laugh-out-loud funny. They do NOT confuse parody with reality, and they are NOT too "naughty" for British audiences--not by a long chalk. Enjoy!
erdmanr1 can only apologise for this stupid BBC reporter - Randy has a huge following here in the U.K. and like you, we have no problem deciphering his parody nor do we find his videos 'naughty' 🙄 Some BBC presenters are just a bit simple!!!
Thank you, Sarah Scott! One of the MANY things I love about British culture is the humor. British humor is WICKED! So it was quite a surprise to see this interviewer get all heavy-handed about the distinction between humor and serious reporting. But it's no surprise to hear that Randy has a huge following in the U.K. I would trust Brits to "get it"....except maybe that interviewer.....
I'm subscribed to his channel. Have you tried our UK Jonathon Pie?😂😂😂
Thanks for the tip! I'll have to give Jonathon Pie a try this weekend. I ADORE British humor.
We Love Him. He is a true artist. Quite the genius.
What an awful interviewer! Poor old Randy had to get out of bed for that?
interviewer is a total idiot and not prepared.
Wait... You just called Randy old? Whaaaaaaaa?!
What?
Really bad questions. He was obviously annoyed.
She was being a total idiot
Annoyed but polite and professional, not taking the bait. Smart, very shrewd guy.
What was that with not playing any Randy Rainbow video clips because they're a bit "naughty"??? I've watched enough British humor to know that comic naughtiness is at LEAST as prized across the pond as it is here in the U.S. Is the BBC always so prim and prudish? After all, the UK is the land of Monty Python and Fascinating Aïda, to name just a couple.
erdmanr1 Right?! There are lots of clips they could have used, Randy hardly even swears...all that much. Really.
Totally agree, Ellen Winchester! If I may say so, Randy's version of The Rocky Horror (Picture) Show's "Sweet Transvestite" is considerably LESS raunchy than the 1975 (yes, 1975!!) original. And that raunchy original is a classic. What does the BBC want--the Donna Reed Show??
And remember Benny Hill? This BBC 'reporter' was/is a complete idiot. What a waste of an interview. Randy deserves so much more and so much better. Bless him.
We can only hope that some BBC watchers decided to check out Randy's videos for themselves. Generally speaking, British audiences aren't stupid. They should be able to recognize Randy's videos for the brilliant, hilarious, meticulously crafted parodies they are.
That was my thought too! In fact, I yelled at my computer, and it startled my husband lol
Randy is just great
If we weren't intelligent enough to know his videos are spoofs, we'd be Trump supporters - AND WE'RE NOT!!
I love, love, love Randy Rainbow. It is important to laugh and he always makes me laugh!
I’ve been a follower of Randy quite a while. This interviewer clearly hadn’t taken time to research very well before this interview. I was proud of how well he responded, in terms of hoping his audience was intelligent enough to recognize parody. I’d call that a slight (and beautifully delivered) clap back.
Randy’s videos are amazing. He has never pretended his interviews are anything but entertainment and parody..
Randy Rainbow is the best! No one misunderstands Randy's performances.
Randy Rainbow is doing a great job. He is hilarious and on point. If any of you haven't seen his videos you are in for a treat.
Subscribe to Randy Rainbow’s UA-cam channel. His interview and songs are not only hilarious but intelligent and well-observed.
Karen Phillips totally agreed! Randy Rainbow is brilliant!
Wonderful interview! He's so good at what he does.
Randy Rainbow is among the internet's greatest gifts. I rarely play his videos only once - they are the UA-cam content I am most likely to share with friends. And damn, his production quality is astounding for a one man act!!
I love Randy. This interview was awful though and I don’t think it was his fault. Her questions were the problem. The angle that she chose to question him on was ridiculous. Why not ask about the process of making the videos at home or the experience of internet fame?
This guy is fantastic! He is a morale booster in a much needed time! Well done Randy!
Whattttt???...he does this by himself!
The songs by themselves are incredible! This guy should be making millions.
I Love Randy Rainbow, he makes my day with life seems crazy!!! Don't change Randy you're doing a great job....
I don't think the interviewer has ever watched his videos. This is just bizarre. I love Randy
Outstanding musicality & creative genius, both beyond the stratosphere, combined with superlative wit and hard work. This is the gift Randy Rainbow has given us: A national treasure.
Randy is great. He’s keeping us all from going mad with the reality of the U.S. President/government.
I love Randy Rainbow’ s videos ...He makes me laugh and it is hilarious...thank you Randy ...in a world with so many problems it is always to have comedy to help us laugh and relax.
How many ways can she ask the same question? No. No one thinks his videos are actual interviews; they're just there to brighten up your morning/afternoon
Wow ... what a stupid story angle and a missed opportunity for a great interview with a superb political comedian! There is NO WAY people are going to interpret Randy's videos for anything other than what they are - clever political satire!! Really honey? How about asking him why he thinks his work is finally resonating with audiences ... or how gets the comedy to ring so rediculously true and still entertain!! How about asking him about the reaction he has gotten from his fans ... or better still, the reaction he has gotten from his political targets. I think someone at BBC doesn't get it. Very disapointed in this lame interview. :(
A genius. Excellent vocal ability and superb comic timing. Thank you!
I love all your videos, you are a genius. Thank you Randy
Has she ever seen his work?!?!
We are intelligent enough, and we need the spoofs and the laughs, desperately, Randy. You are so right! So, thank you, Randy!
I love Randy Rainbow, he's awesome!
He was pretty surprised by the questions I think. Like seriously, only a complete idiot would think his interviews are real. He puts on his pink glasses, says jokes and funny lines, and then breaks into song. Ya, Donald Trump would really go for that in an interview and act like it’s nothing. 😂
This young man is an unappreciated genius.
His Anthony Weiner skit had me hooked.
He Is great and we love him as he gives us hope..... SHAME on This administration. He is a hero to many of us. THANK YOU Randy Rainbow for bringing us some sunshine in this time of America's decline in the world
I wonder if he's thinking of doing a parody about her, because she's ridiculous. FFS lady, he sings (very well) in all his clips and if anyone confuses that with real journalism they deserve the confusion. This woman is embarrassing to watch.
digging for anything are we BBC. We know it's parody. We LOVE Randy!!
OMG, this interviewer is a moran! Randy is a true gem😘
I just want to take a moment to appreciate what a gorgeous man Randy is. In addition to his many talents, his cheekbones are a work of art.
Randy is simply a genius and his productions are a sign of the times that people are not as stupid as the news believes them to be.
For God sake, people, it's the BBC. What do you want. They are so out of it, so self-conscious, so just plain retro. I love that Randy got this interview and did us all proud.
I love his dry, deadpan "It was a pleasure" at the end. RR, thank you for your comedy leadership during a regime sorely lacking any.
For crying out loud.. Randy is a genius and I’ll give you my thoughts. I’m terrified of this Trump administration. I lose sleep at night because what we’re experiencing is extremely serious. When I watch Randy’s videos, I laugh and feel hopeful. That’s the best medicine.
Your questions are so negative and he’s helping to bring awareness through comedy to this frightening time in American history. There are great interviews from other networks so yippee! Just a little perspective from a fan of the Rainbow. 🌈
Lol, no toots you're a clueless reporter. You're great Randy, keep us laughing through these unbelievable times!❤
Acknowledgement from across the pond! You're rocking it Randy!
Randy you're incredible....this interviewer, not so much.
Randy Rainbow is a national treasure!! For some of us, he is our only joy.. Gowd bless him!!!
Randy Rainbow's brilliant! Saw his live show last spring and laughed for 1 1/2 hours.
Love Randy Rainbow. Such good production value.
Since I found Randy by blood pressure has gone back to almost normal. My favorite (so far) is Desperate Cheeto. But what really bugs me is that she (and/or the BBC) thinks that some of Randy's songs "a bit naughty". Naughty where? In Nambia?
This man is hysterically funny. He has made some of the best videos ever. Keep
It up Randy.
I am a big fan of RR, and no, he is making fun of serious subjects, and giving some comic relief, at a time when we are all suffering. Keep it up, Randy. We love you.
This man is the most talented person on this planet! Entertaining, gorgeous to look at, has a unique way to express what the majority of the public are feeling or thinking, and is just funny. Thanks Randy💝💝
Good lord. This line of questioning depresses me. Did the interviewer, producers or anyone involved with BBC actually take a look at Randy's videos? Randy was a class-act here, and should be given a medal for not rolling his eyes. :)
OMG! It is very clear that you inserted yourself into interviews that were done by other people. I think you do it incredibly cleverly! I love your timing, your choice of words, your singing is wonderful! I am constantly amazed by all the video tricks that you do and wonder how you do that! I know it's editing, but it's high-level that I can't fathom. I think you do great work and I eagerly anticipate every new video. I do know that what you do is parody and I love it! I'm sorry that this interviewer was so dense. It bothered me greatly. Kudos to you for being calm and polite during this difficult interview.
Randy Rainbow is a damn musical comedy genius. He’s weaponized parody songs.
RIDICULOUS questions from the BBC! Really? REALLY, GURL?!! Love Randy, thank goodness for you.
Randy's videos are obviously parody but they are also a heavy commentary on the insane issues we are facing these days while being hilariously entertaining. Your fans get you Randy Rainbow as opposed to some like BBC who do not.
Love to see Randy get more exposure. He's brilliant and a super talented singer to boot.
He's not having a hard time answering the questions because it is early for him. It is because the questions are stupid and a waste of time. Has she even watched any of his videos?
Randy, you are amazing. And far more intelligent than 99 percent of currentl politicians.
Yes he's phenomenal!
Randy keeps us same. Gotta laugh so we don't weep! We will make it through with Randy's help. Love you!
She thinks she's asking deep questions, lol. Randy is magnificent in every way ♥️
You're awesome Randy, You know how to make everyone happy with a wonderful smile
Who loves Randy?? I do. 💓💓💓
The questions are silly. I’m from the UK and love the stuff you put out.
Congratulations, Randy! So wonderful to see that you’re finally being acknowledged by other news sources (although that interviewer was ghastly), and that more folks are tuning in to your channel! Very excited and happy for you! Mazel Tov!!😎😂🤣👏👏👏
Love Randy...picks me up in these dark times.
Got to say I love Randy's work, never thought it was actual news though....more like a way to lighten up heavy news stories so that I don't spiral into a vortex of depression considering all the crap going on right now. Also my mom was heavy into musicals when I was a kid (I personally prefer Rock Opera, Yah Rocky Horror), I know all the original songs he is parodying.
Randy, Congratulations on being interviewed by the BBC! In my book, that’s the big time!
For demographic purposes, I am an old straight male WASP, and I have laughed out loud at your videos more in the the last week of binge-watching than I have in twenty years of watching other comedy (I kid you not!). Keep up the EXCELLENT work!
Odd tack to take. She dwelled on blurred lines, like people really really really can't tell that it's parody? Comedy news has been a thing for ages.
Wonder what she would ask the writers and cast of SNL? or Colbert's "Late Show"?
Yes like spiting image
Anyone who thinks he's serious isn't very bright.... The words to his songs are BRILLIANT and hilarious, and he's got real talent!
I think the BBC reporter is fake news! What stupid questions. You go, Randy!