I have a Mike Rowe penis.
Okay, here’s my attempt at a “Joke Poo” riffing on the “Dirty Jobs” penis joke:
Joke Poo: “Antiques Roadshow Appraisal”
I call my prostate “Antiques Roadshow.”
I’ve got a Doctor with a magnifying glass ready to tell me how many years it’s worth.
Okay, let’s dissect this… ahem… robust joke.
Original Joke Breakdown:
- Core Concept: Wordplay and innuendo. The joke leverages the name of the popular TV show “Dirty Jobs” hosted by Mike Rowe to create a suggestive reference to the speaker’s penis.
- Humor Source:
- Puns: “Dirty Jobs” is directly associated with hard, manual labor, often in unpleasant or unsanitary conditions. The implication is that the speaker’s penis is frequently “working” in similar ways.
- Shock Value: The explicit nature of the topic is a significant component of the joke’s impact.
- Celebrity Association: The recognition of Mike Rowe and his persona adds another layer to the humor. He’s known for embracing the unglamorous, and applying that to a sexual context is inherently funny (for some).
Key Elements:
- “Dirty Jobs”: The TV show itself, synonymous with unpleasant but essential work.
- Mike Rowe: The affable host, known for his down-to-earth demeanor and appreciation for blue-collar labor.
- Penis (Implied): The target of the joke.
Now, let’s create some comedic enrichment:
Option 1: A ‘Did You Know’ riff:
Did you know Mike Rowe actually considered calling his show “A Day’s Work”? He thought “Dirty Jobs” was too suggestive. Of course, that was before he saw my dating profile.
- Why it works: This plays on the original joke by adding a historical anecdote about the show’s title. The punchline brings the innuendo back into the picture, linking it humorously to the original “Mike Rowe penis” concept.
Option 2: A Parody Observation:
I tried calling my penis “Something for Nothing,” but apparently that was false advertising.
- Why it works: This riff on the band Dire Straights, which Mike Rowe has sung with, uses clever word play and innuendo.
Option 3: A Self-Deprecating Variation:
I tried calling my penis “Dirty Jobs,” but it turns out it’s more of an “Intern Job.” Mostly just fetching coffee and making mistakes.
- Why it works: Takes the self-assuredness of the original joke and flips it, creating a more relatable and less boastful comedic effect. It plays on the ‘underachieving’ stereotype.
Option 4: A New Joke Based on a Similar Concept:
I named my penis “Mythbusters.” It spends most of its time proving things wrong.
- Why it works: Leverages another Discovery Channel show with hosts that are not necessarily considered attractive. It follows the formula of using a well-known TV show title for a humorous comparison.
Which is the funniest? That’s subjective. Some might find the ‘Did You Know’ the most amusing because of the unexpected fact. Others might prefer the self-deprecating humor of the “Intern Job” variation. It depends on the audience and their sense of humor. I personally think the Mythbusters one is quite strong.