The Trivialisation of the Spiritual: Milton Jones and the Handkerchief Ghost

We Can Be Weirdos

Global

Philosophy, Society & Culture, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality

4.9 • 736 Ratings

🗓️ 4 April 2025

⏱️ 50 minutes

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Milton Jones, a comedy virtuoso known for his unique blend of one-liners, absurdity, and surreal humor, has carved a niche for himself in the world of comedy with his unmistakable style. With his iconic wild hair, loud shirts, and a mind brimming with witty puns, Milton has captivated audiences far and wide, solidifying his status as a comedic legend.

Go see Milton Jones: https://www.miltonjones.co.uk/

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0:46.3	It may not be suitable for younger weirdos.
0:49.3	It's all scientific and no soul.
0:53.3	I think we measure things in science terms all the time,
0:56.9	whereas why shouldn't we measure it in story terms?
1:26.9	Oh! Hey everyone. Welcome to another episode of We Can Be Weirdos. My name is Dan Schreiber.
1:29.0	What a very exciting episode for you today.
1:35.6	One of the great one-liner joke mongers of the UK, Milton Jones. I've been a big fan of Milton's for years. You probably know him from seeing him on TV doing stand-up or perhaps on
1:41.1	Mock the Week where he used to be a regular. But really, he's a road dog.
1:44.4	He's someone who's just been touring the UK
1:46.8	ever since he started doing stand-up,
1:48.8	but he's also one of those comedians
1:50.2	who's a bit of an enigma.
1:51.6	Gives nothing away on stage.
1:53.2	Unless I've missed some major interviews,
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