Historic Jokes - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video explores the history of jokes, starting with the oldest known joke from Samaria in 1900 BC, followed by Egyptian humor 300 years later. It then discusses Greek jokes and misogynistic humor, highlighting a collection of jokes from 4th century Greece. The focus shifts to English humor, covering Victorian jokes and 18th-century collections like Joe Miller's jests. Finally, it delves into Anglo-Saxon riddles from the Exeter Book, showcasing the evolution of humor across different cultures and eras.

What is the oldest known joke about?

• A woman farting in her husband's lap

• A misogynist's wife

• A pharaoh catching fish

• A rude stargazer

How did ancient Egyptians entertain a bored pharaoh?

• By telling him riddles

• By organizing a feast

• By building a pyramid

• By sailing a boat of women down the Nile

What type of humor did the Victorians particularly enjoy?

• Dark humor

• Slapstick

• Puns

• Satire

What was a common theme in Joe Miller's jests?

• Travel anecdotes

• Animal jokes

• Age-related jokes

• Political satire

What is the answer to the riddle about something hanging by a man's thigh?

• A sword

• A belt

• A dagger

• A key