4 Jokes For Begging

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Updated on: Jul 08 2025

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I imagine if begging were an Olympic sport, we'd have athletes from around the world competing for the gold in the Begging Olympics. Picture it: judges holding up scorecards for creativity, execution, and desperation.
You'd have the Russian beggar executing a triple somersault with a twist, all while juggling. The American beggar would come in with a well-rehearsed, tear-jerking monologue. And of course, the British beggar would politely ask for spare change, but with such eloquence that you feel like you owe them something just for the performance.
Begging has evolved with the times, hasn't it? Back in the day, you'd have someone on the street corner with a cardboard sign. Now, it's all online. I had a friend who started a GoFundMe for his dream vacation. I'm sitting there thinking, "Bro, my dream vacation is not funding yours!"
And then there are those crowdfunding campaigns that make you question humanity. "Help me buy a gaming console because life is tough." I'm sorry, but if you can afford Wi-Fi to launch a GoFundMe, maybe your priorities are a bit off. I'm still waiting for someone to start a campaign to fund their daily coffee habit. I might actually contribute to that.
You ever notice how people beg for things? It's like they've taken a course in Begging 101 and aced it. It's an art form, really. You've got your classic beggars who go for the sympathy card. They'll look at you with those puppy dog eyes, like they haven't eaten in weeks. And you're standing there thinking, "I just saw you at the buffet last night!"
But then there are those who take it to the next level. They don't just beg; they negotiate. I had a guy come up to me the other day asking for money. He starts with the sob story, and I'm feeling kinda bad. Then, out of nowhere, he goes, "How about five bucks? I'll throw in a joke for free!" I'm like, "Dude, I'm the comedian here. Nice try, though.
Begging and bargaining – two sides of the same coin, right? I mean, have you ever been in a situation where you're not sure if someone is begging or trying to strike a deal? It's like a fine line.
I had a guy come up to me, and he goes, "Can you spare some change? I'll tell you a joke in return." Now, I'm thinking, is this a transaction or a plea for help? It's like a bizarre economic system where the currency is pity, and the exchange rate is determined by the quality of your joke.
And let's be honest, sometimes the beggars are better negotiators than we give them credit for. They've got that skill of making you feel guilty for not parting with your hard-earned cash. It's like they've taken a masterclass in emotional manipulation. Bravo, beggars, bravo.

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