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Gaffigan confesses that he chose to dedicate an entire routine to bourbon because “no one asked for it,” poking fun at the specificity of his topic. He emphasizes his mental health by admitting, “I’m mentally ill,” framing his obsession humorously. As he dives in, he notes that most jokes will revolve around bourbon and whiskey, making it clear that the comedy is rooted in the American tradition of these spirits. He humorously distances himself from other spirits like brandy or tequila, implying that these are for “another comedian processing a different form of denial.”