Ep 1. Ultimate Fighters vs. Bloggers
- TV-14
- July 30, 2008
- 21 min
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Lewis Black's Root of All Evil is a hilarious show that takes a comedic look at society's most contentious issues. Season 2, episode 1 titled "Ultimate Fighters vs. Bloggers," pits two of society's most polarizing groups against each other. In this episode, ultimate fighters and bloggers face off in a battle for supremacy.
The episode begins with Lewis Black introducing the topic of the show and explaining the reasons for choosing these two groups. He humorously points out that these two groups have nothing in common except that they are both good at beating people up, in their respective ways. Black then introduces the two celebrity judges for the episode, Greg Giraldo and Andrew Daly.
The first segment of the show sees the Ultimate Fighters taking the stage. The Ultimate Fighters are represented by two comedians who argue that their sport is the more legitimate form of combat. They argue that ultimate fighting is a proper sport with rules and regulations, while blogging is just a ridiculous hobby that anyone can do. The comedians bring up several points in support of their argument, such as the fact that ultimate fighters train for years to compete at a professional level, while bloggers can write about anything they want without any formal training.
In the second segment, the bloggers take the stage, and two comedians defend their position. The comedians argue that blogging is a legitimate form of expression and that bloggers are influential figures in society. They point out that blogs can create conversations and bring about social change, whereas ultimate fighting is just a form of violent entertainment. The comedians also take aim at some of the flaws in the ultimate fighting world, including the controversies around performance-enhancing drugs.
The final segment of the episode sees each team making their closing arguments. The ultimate fighters reiterate that their sport is a legitimate form of combat and that it takes hard work and dedication to become a professional fighter. They make fun of bloggers by saying that anyone with a computer can be a blogger, and that the blogging world is full of people who have nothing interesting to say. The bloggers make their final case by pointing out that blogging has become an influential medium in society and that it is a way for people to express themselves. They argue that ultimate fighting is just a form of brute force, and that it does not require any intellectual skills.
At the end of the show, the judges come to a verdict and declare a winner. The outcome of the episode is a surprise, and it leaves everyone in the audience laughing. Overall, the episode is a hilarious take on a serious topic, and Lewis Black's comedic commentary makes the show worthwhile. If you are a fan of comedy or like to hear different opinions about contentious issues, then this show is a must-watch.