Dark Humour for Dark Times: Ben Bankas (Video)

In this 15 March 2026 published video, hosts Konstantin Kisin,Francis Foster talks with Ben Bankas, a Canadian stand-up comedian and podcaster originally from Toronto, currently based in Austin, Texas. He is known for “outrage comedy” that frequently mocks progressive politics, modern liberal viewpoints, and current events.
Bankas has gained a significant following on social media, particularly Instagram and YouTube, where he hosts The Bankas Show (formerly The Tanakas Show). His comedy style is described as raw and unfiltered, often leaning into controversial topics like 2SLGBTQIA+ issues and the political left.
Bankas has recently faced multiple show cancellations due to the nature of his material.
https://youtu.be/cFQzhAQvP_k
00:00 Trailer
04:35 Immigration and ICE
09:15 Why I was Cancelled
13:40 Free Speech in the Canadian Comedy Scene
16:42 Advert – Ground News
21:55 Comedy, Anger, and Online Outrage
26:15 Canadian Media Attacks and Smear Campaigns
31:00 Advert – Qualia Stem Cell Formula
34:40 Canada vs US Free Speech Culture
39:00 From Religious Right to Woke Censorship
44:20 Hollywood, Late Night, and Conformity
48:55 Advert – Shopify
51:20 Current State of Comedy
57:20 Hecklers, Fans, and Live Shows
01:03:30 Offensive Comedy Through History
01:09:10 Cancel Culture and Media Narratives
01:15:00 Politics, Trump, and Culture Wars
01:21:30 What’s The One Thing We’re Not Talking About That We Should Be
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