As an American, with lots of Scots, Welsh, and some English relatives, I can say with great certitude that the best of British comedy is flatly offensive at a number of levels-by design. If it doesn't kick a sacred cow, trample over some tradition, and involve some serious word play, then it isn't good British comedy. Love it!

Exactly! You nailed it. A big part of British humour is poking fun at ourselves, which this character is all about. But he uses the nature of the character to poke fun at just about everybody else too. It's a cleverly created double-edged sword which many don't recognise.

As an American, I felt absolutely attacked. Also as an American, I find it HILARIOUS! "Ain't really much in being First, when you're the only one goin, eh?" 😂😂

The "it doesn't matter who comes first when you're on your own" joke, goes over a lot of reactors heads 😆

Al Murray trolls so hard he breaks character and cracks himself up, and I love it every time.

You explained Al Murray so well. Many people don’t realise how intricate his comedy is.

always nice to see an informed logical American... 🤗

My father taught me, "Don't volunteer until you know what it is for." I think I might teach my daughter, "When a comedian asks a question, don't raise your hand." :) RIP Neil

I like that you don't big up yourself and just get into it. Sign of a bright confident mind who has something intelligent to add. You have a very incisive mind, I wish the world had more minds like yours.

I love that you got all the double-meaning jokes, a lot of American reactors miss them!

This was a pleasure to watch. Normally I cringe trying to watch Americans react to Al Murray, they don’t seem to get him - but you absolutely do! I’d love to see you react to ‘Al Murray - Nations of the World’.

Anyone getting offended over someone else “taking the piss” out of their nation for a good laugh truly needs to lighten tf up, especially us Americans. I like how he’s putting “us” down, while also satirizing his own culture as a jingoistic caricature. All in good fun, and really quite clever. Edit: clarity

Seeing Al live is incredible. 90% of his performance is just talking with, and roasting, the audience.

I’m American, but my Dad is British, and I’ve never heard or seen Al Murray before. I’m so glad I came across your channel, and that you introduced me to him. He is absolutely hilarious. Thank you for enlightening me to this man’s comedy, it’s brilliant..and I’m sure when I ask my father about him, he will beat me over the head in disappointment while questioning how I’ve never heard of him. You’re a proper Gem 💎

I'd also liked to have seen Neil who definitely got offended as he started answering back and Al shut him down with 'back off' followed by his usual "you're beautiful people". If you watch the full act the God save the queen part, the guy was a musician, pianist I believe and he'd had some banter with him earlier. What amazes me with Al is how he picks random people out of the audience and remembers their names and occupations then comes back to them some time later and manages to include them in his act, quality stuff, he's also a very smart guy.

He is hilarious… and he tells a lot of hard truths that many of us Yanks don’t like to admit 😂

I’ve never seen you enjoy a video so much. Glad you had a good time.

Wise words from a young person. British humour is what’s made my country great. We have learnt to laugh at ourselves and others . If you get offended by comedians then don’t watch or listen to them it’s that simple

Al Murrays, 'What hell is like in different countries' and 'How Global finance really works' are both great.

"It's aliens, innit?" [[Can't help but notice alien logo on American host's t-shirt]]

Definitely more Al Murray please?. That one "It doesn't matter who comes" got you! Great reaction as always. 🖖🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✌

There was a comedian in the sixties and seventies in Britain called Warren Mitchell who played a character called Alf Garnett who was a patriotic British racist. Mitchell (who was left wing) played him as a comic stereotype and was dismayed to see that many people missed the irony and saw Garnett as a hero. Al Murray does a similar thing with the pub landlord.

Would love to see a reaction on 'Al Murray, Why the British are undefeated world war champions'.

You have made my evening, you picked up on so much of our British humour. Try anything by Micky Flanagan, he comes from the East End off London and speaks with a Cockney accent.

You are the only American i have seen in over 50 times of watching reactions to this. That has realised the "It doesn`t matter who comes first when your on your own" gag is a Matsurbatiion reference. Great Reaction.

As a 5 year old kid living in St.Andrews, Scotland, I was only taught 'God Save The Queen' at School because we were required to sing it at the School Coronation party for Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. We got to listen to it on the radio then we sang our song, collected our commemorative trinkets, had a party and I can't recall ever hearing it sung in School after that. Love Al Murray BTW.

“Many people find this clip offensive… so naturally I was interested” I salute you on that

It's a longer clip but hilarious (and probably more accurate than you would imagine) is Al Murray - How Global Finance Really Works 😂👍

It was such a pleasure to watch your lovely reactions. You're lovely. Regarding those who pretend to be " offended". Go and hide under a rock somewhere and leave us grown-ups to get on with our short lives, laughing amidst the carnage. Have a wonderful Christmas, beautiful young woman, surrounded by love and laughter. I wish you rainbows.

That was really funny, and I enjoyed watching you enjoy it, No Protocol. Thank You.

I'm 70 now and a Brit that Married a Yank back in 97. So I've seen both sides of the pond and although on the surface, we appear different. We are really 'not so much'. We both enjoy each others humour. We are all just trying to survive and make sense of our worlds. You have a great mind as not many could pick up the deeper things you have so very quickly and without bias. We are basically taking the mickey out of ourselves and not America or other Nations. The stereo type analogy is exactly what it is. I've watched a great many (reaction) videos and many laugh but dont really fully get it. If you watch the full show you will see a glimpse of Neil, and he is laughing with everyone else. We call it laughing with you and not at you. Hats off to you.

Seen this clip before, but the delight in watching it was multiplied by the sheer exuberance and fun you displayed. Offence is subjective in many ways and, often, the offence is with the viewer: the comedian (in this case) does not cause offence, the viewer takes offence. That said, there are some comedians that I find offensive from time to time and those are usually the ones who toss out various -phobic and -ist slurs in a deliberate attempt to create a shock. You seem to have captured the essence of the act (emphasis on the word 'act') where he mocks all and sundry, but especially himself and his nation and manages to squeeze a few thought provoking comments in amidst the laughs.

i love your final synopsis, you hit the nail right on the head

Adore watching your reactions. You're always insightful and thoughtful, and your reaction to the coming first joke was a joy to see! 😄

This was great fun! LMAO... I'm a bit of a Carlin officionado so I picked up on that same thing right away. Thanks for sharing this was excellent.

I think you really got him 100%

Your analysis is spot on and as someone who's been in the front row of one of his shows , I'm speaking from experience. The front row and a few other people like Neil, or someone who got up to take a leak, are half of his act. He's a very smart guy, I was amazed at the end of the show when he thanked everyone by name, the entire front row ,half the second row and a few others.

wanted to say thanks, just found your channel and have been really enjoying the content.

First time I've watched you and enjoyed it. Will check out more. You are the only American I've seen reacting to this that got the double meaning in the line "doesn’t matter who comes first when you're on your own". 👌

Al Murray "fashion is like the dog track" has stuck with me for 15 years its like a parable absolutely fantastic

More Al Murray / Pub landlord please , he's a hilarious national treasure . Great reaction !

I have not commentaded a youtube video before, but I had to comment this, just to rave a bit. It is the best reaction video I have seen, by about ten levels above. You comments are thoughtful! Why don’t more reactors not put more thought into it, I don’t know. You have talent and charm, oh, and that smile. In short you are great company to watch something with.

That's a great reaction you completely understand everything. Thank you. You have won a new subscriber.

Love the channel! Space, war history and some great comedians too. Great top yout wearing too with the little alien face 👽. Look forward to checking out some more of your uploads. (And definitely the quickest intro of any reaction channel I've seen) 😊 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

You absolutely understand his comedy, he is taking the Mickey out of us English as much as anyone else , English humour on an every day level is laughing at yourself. To many English not being able to laugh at yourself is seen as a negative.

I love the way you analyzed that! Personally Al Murray isn't one of my favourites, but he is very funny. Also I just want to say that I like your smile, your videos always brighten up my day😊

The best reaction that I have seen to this clip! Subscribed.

Fantastic 🤣 you the first person I’ve seen react to this clip that got the “doesn’t matter who comes first when your on your own” 😂

Would be wonderful to see you react to some QI episodes or compilations - especially with Stepthen Fry!

More Al Murray please! Especially if that means we get to see that beautiful smile more ☺

Well done. You nailed the analysis.

Yes, Al Murray is quite the history buff in real life - easily one of my favourite comedians. Loved your take on his comedy & his superb use of irony. As for other UK comedians with a dark sense of humour, I'd highly recommend Sean Lock (much missed). Cheers!

Hi, I'm From the UK and love your videos. I'm 87 and still learning. Love History, Geography, Astronomy, I read all sorts of non fiction. On my PC I drive in 'American Truck Simulator' So it seems you are learning also. Keep it going girl.

I Love Al Murray! But then I'm Australian, so it's right in my wheelhouse! haha. Loved your reaction and your take on him too! And yes, an extremely clever writer. Not to mention cheeky as all hell! haha ;)

An excellent and intelligent reaction to Al Murray, one of my favourite comedians. It may interest you to know that he studied history at St. Edmund Hall, University of Oxford and has in 2004 presented the Discovery Channel World War II documentary series entitled “The Road to Berlin”.

Great analysis, spot on!

He actually plays a character that's quite prevalent in east London. He nails it.

This is the first of your videos ive seen but you're a smart lady, you understood the character, the irony and what Al is trying to achieve there completely.

i have watched a few reaction videos on him & have to say you are the only one who gets it & that's why i subscribed to you well done

Brilliant reaction. Informed, astute, and articulate with a fine sense of humour. Thank you . .

Your videos are great ! Your smile and laugh are a bonus! Thanks!

I love that you understood the character Al is playing here. The "pub landlord" is a steroetype of the sort of bigoted, racist, uninformed "patriot" that you'll find in most English pubs. Utterly setain in their own ignorance, and Al plays that stereotype perfectly. He also does it with inciteful wit and humour, that is soaked with the subtle British art of "taking the piss", while on the surface spouting the obvious nonesense that you can here in most British pubs. Al himself is erudite, cultured, intelligent, and educated with a particular interest in history. Hi serious work is well worth a watch. I particularly enjoyed "Al Murray's Road to Berlin" series. Also...I enjoyed your reaction here. Liked and subbed.

That was insanely good, thank you for sharing that.

You got it, 100% Nicely done. "Al Murray" is an Oxford University history graduate. If you want the inverse- ie a working class comedian that went to university- Micky Flanagan. I'd also recommend Dylan Moran's earlier material. There are darker but not that I'd really recommend from the UK.

Have just subscribed, love Al Murray, I have to say you are one of the more astute intelligent reviewers I have seen. I wish you well.

I actually genuinely like this reaction... subscribed

people like Al Murray will keep society whole, and funny!!

It always amazes me when people take Murray for real..... So glad you got the vibe of it perfectly. 😁👍

Every video I watch of yours. I'm impressed of your attitude, from science to comedy you see the logic despite and including personal attachment just logical

Love your vids, I was lucky enough to see Al murry love about 6 weeks ago in UK. He amazing live. You have a lovely smile and a great personality. Keep up your vids peace from the UK🇬🇧

Well done for just letting it roll without interruption.

She laughed the most when he said it doesn't matter who comes first when your on your own 😂

You summed it up perfectly 👏

Great just totally enjoyed it!

🙃 Sorry I hate doing an addendum to a subject I have already spoke on. But... Every thing Murray had fun with, I knew. I don't know how school study is done now. But also back then, it was drilled into our heads or you did not move on to the next grade. And that was supported by our parents. Many nights 3am still at the table being asked by my Mom, questions on the subject. I hated it. But guess what? I did not know that way down the road I would use all that so called crap subjects in my many travels around the world with the jobs and firms I have worked of as an engineer. I am retired now and blessed I am still around to witness the sad change in education. You my friend are not the norm. Your that kid living outside the box and loving the journey. Thank You.

Great reaction, any Al Murray video is a win but my favorite is "Nations of the world"

A great insight shown by you, and a really good summary at the end. It may seem at first glance that he is poking fun at Americans, but he is also poking an equal amount of fun at the British with his 'pub landlord' sterotype that we are all familiar with in the UK. Great reaction!

You are a really good speaker. Thanks a bunch!

He represents a pub landlord that’s had far too many beers and is verbalising bullshit to his mates, it’s not to be taken seriously. Excellent comedy 😂😂😂

Hi, seen your channel for the first time. Enjoyed your reaction, and great to see you understand Al Murray's character, and this type of humour. I can recommend Al Murray explains 'How Global Finance Really Works'- it's hilarious!

A very level headed young lady. We need more young people like you.

You are amazing, I love that you get irony, which is pretty much the foundation of a lot of British humour. Check out his global finance or Al Murray explains the euro crisis next or watch the whole of his set at the O2. When you watch the clips you miss the rest of the banter and interaction he has with the audience. He’s very clever in the way that he threads a loose plot of jokes in with the other members of the audience.

I’m so glad you got his type of comedy. He certainly is playing a stereotype but with great wit.

Excellent analysis. 😀

Brilliant breakdown! 👏

Miss N. Protocol, guess I'll have to watch all your videos now I've seen your amazing smile! 🥰

You are great. Excellent reaction. Young and on it!

Your analysis is spot on.

How refreshing to see a watch along vid with intelligent analysis 👌

Yes I love AM he is an ICON and I love the way Americans can laugh at themselves too. You nailed the irony factor 🙂

This is one of Al's best, love watching it, again and again, but you just gave the best reaction i've ever seen, its my first time watching you, so not sure what you've already reacted to, so i recommend Mock the Week, specifically, scenes we'd like to see Also Gun Control pts 1&2 by Jim Jefferies....I've hit the like button and subscribed so i can see that awesome smile, that literally lights up your face

You nailed that conclusion!

You have a very sensible and commonsense view of this video and took it for what it was without taking it too seriously and therefore was able to enjoy it for what it is. I think Al Murray would like you because, like us Brits, you have a sensible down to earth approach to life. 😂😉👍

Nice to see someone who ''gets'' Al Murray, one of the UK's finest comedians. You are right, Al Murray as ''The Pub Landlord'' is a stereotypical Englishman who, thank goodness, we are seeing less and less of. He shouts, is bombastic and immune to reason whilst, at the same time - and this is his genius - backing up his argument with an unassailable hilarious logic. When Brits watch Al Murray, they are laughing at themselves. Al Murray is showing up our own prejudices. It is also worth noting that, in reality, the man Al Murray is a well-versed and learned man with degrees to prove it. Out of character he is a pleasure to listen to. He has made at least one documentary series ''The Road to Berlin'' which explores the Allies advance to Nazi Germany in World War 2. He included interviews from veterans of all the armies and, at times, it was very affecting. Long may he continue and glad you enjoyed it.

3:50 “You guys learn that at school?” I think she was serious! Can you imagine…being taught ‘God Save the King’ note by each musical note…at school😂

If you're into British comedians and history and politics, then Stewart Lee is worth a watch. His Braveheart, and immigrants sketches are some of the best comedy I've seen.

I have now watched a few Americans commenting on British-based humour and other matters, and you are the only one who adds value. Well done. Have a look at Katherine Tate, playing 'Nan' and/or 'Lauren'. Examples are Nan - Anger management, and Lauren's New English teacher.

People want you to watch comedy because you have the most gorgeous smile/laugh. Your a joy to watch

You are so spot on with your comments, I love this channel you are brilliant.

GREAT Reaction....you got a sub here lass