Hello. I'm David Letterman and I'm not wearing any pants.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Letterman introduces himself while stating he is not wearing pants for comedic effect.
- In plain terms
- I am Letterman and I have no pants on.
- What can you take from it?
- Use absurdity to engage an audience.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we laugh at absurdity?
- When is breaking a rule funny?
Another view
It relies on shock which wears off quickly.
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