Joan Baez Criticizes Billionaire Leadership on John Mulaney’s Netflix Premiere
The folk icon warned of democracy's decline and shared lighter anecdotes on the debut of 'Everybody's Live with John Mulaney.'
- Joan Baez appeared on the premiere of John Mulaney's live Netflix talk show, where she criticized the U.S. government for being led by 'incompetent billionaires.'
- Baez's remarks were widely interpreted as referencing President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who heads the controversial Department of Government Efficiency.
- She shared a personal story about crashing a Tesla shortly after purchasing it, calling the experience a 'sign' of her dislike for the vehicle.
- The episode also featured lighter moments, including Baez recounting Martin Luther King Jr.'s sense of humor during their time in the civil rights movement.
- The live show included appearances by Michael Keaton, Fred Armisen, and musical guests Cypress Hill, blending humor and serious commentary.