Netflix star makes millions laugh, gave pregame speech at Alabama football disaster

Netflix star makes millions laugh, gave pregame speech at Alabama football disaster

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Key Points:

  • Comedian Bert Kreischer, known for playing large rock concert venues, recently gave a memorable pregame speech at Florida State University's football game against Alabama, energizing the crowd before FSU's decisive victory.
  • Kreischer, nicknamed "The Machine," is famed for his relatable storytelling style, often performing shirtless, and is branching out with a new Netflix sitcom called "Free Bert," premiering January 22.
  • He is experimenting with innovative storytelling techniques in his standup, inspired by films like "Memento," aiming to weave thematic narratives throughout his shows rather than relying solely on standalone jokes.
  • Kreischer credits his storytelling skills to influences from his attorney father’s circle and his all-boys Catholic high school environment, where humor was