Bill Hicks
William Melvin Hicks (December 16, 1961 – February 26, 1994) was an American stand-up comedian and social critic. Known for his dark humor and satirical insights, Hicks often explored controversial subjects including politics, religion, and philosophy in his work. Over the years, he became renowned for pushing the boundaries of comedy, frequently courting controversy with his outspoken views.
Conspiracies and Controversies
Hicks was known for his critical and often conspiratorial perspectives on societal structures. He frequently questioned government authority and corporate influence, incorporating such themes into his routines in a way that was both comedic and provocative. His material often touched on topics such as media manipulation and government conspiracy theories, earning him both praise and criticism.
One of Hicks' more controversial routines accused the mainstream media of subservience to corporate entities and criticized the public's complacency in the face of political corruption. Throughout his career, such material polarized audiences, drawing the ire of more conservative critics while solidifying his position as a countercultural icon.
Connection to Alex Jones
After his untimely death at the age of 32, an eccentric conspiracy theory emerged suggesting that Hicks had faked his own death and assumed the identity of radio show host Alex Jones. The theory, largely unfounded and satirical in origin, was fueled by perceived similarities in their vocal styles and subject matter focus. Jones, known for his conspiracy-laden broadcasts, has denied any connection to Hicks beyond their mutual friend, and producer, Kevin Booth of Sacred Cow Productions. .
Despite the persistence of this theory in certain online communities, there is no evidence to support the claims, and it remains largely an urban legend. Hicks' legacy in comedy continues to be celebrated for its daring critique of societal norms and his fearless exploration of the controversial topics that define modern discourse.
Relevant Episodes by Release Date
| No. | Title | Coverage
start date |
Coverage
end date |
Air date | Episode type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4: Research and Stand Up | January 18, 2017 | Deep Dive | ||
| 9 | 9: Joe Rogan Appearance | February 1, 2017 | February 1, 2017 | February 6, 2017 | Special Edition |
| 11 | 11: February 10, 2017 | February 10, 2017 | February 10, 2017 | February 13, 2017 | Present Day |
| 26 | 26: March 30 (Special Report) | March 30, 2017 | March 30, 2017 | April 3, 2017 | Special Edition |
| 88 | 88: The 2015 Investigation Ends | December 16, 2015 | December 30, 2015 | October 2, 2017 | 2015 Investigation |
| 89 | 89: December 31, 2015 | December 31, 2015 | December 31, 2015 | October 9, 2017 | 2015 Investigation |
| 93 | 93: 2015 Investigation Last Looks | October 19, 2017 | 2015 Investigation | ||
| 104 | 104: November 20, 2017 | November 20, 2017 | November 20, 2017 | November 21, 2017 | Present Day |
| 138 | 138: March 13-15, 2018 | March 13, 2018 | March 15, 2018 | March 16, 2018 | Present Day |
| 148 | 148: June 1-3, 2009 | June 1, 2009 | June 3, 2009 | April 10, 2018 | Time Travel |
| 155 | 155: January 7-9, 2009 | January 7, 2009 | January 9, 2009 | April 27, 2018 | Tea Party Investigation |
| 161 | 161: May 14, 2018 | May 14, 2018 | May 14, 2018 | May 16, 2018 | Present Day |
| 209 | 209: Drunk Hotel Interview | September 24, 2018 | Special Edition | ||
| 226 | 226: November 7, 2018 | November 7, 2018 | November 7, 2018 | November 8, 2018 | Present Day |
| 227 | 227: March 23, 2009 | March 23, 2009 | March 23, 2009 | November 9, 2018 | Tea Party Investigation |
| 243 | 243: April 1-2, 2009 | April 1, 2009 | April 2, 2009 | December 24, 2018 | Tea Party Investigation |
| 264 | 264: February 11-13, 2019 | February 11, 2019 | February 13, 2019 | February 15, 2019 | Present Day |
| 307 | 307: February 3-5, 2013 | February 3, 2013 | February 5, 2013 | June 10, 2019 | Sandy Hook Investigation |
| 335 | 335: March 15-22, 2013 | March 15, 2013 | March 22, 2013 | August 25, 2019 | Sandy Hook Investigation |
| 356 | 356: October 11, 2019 | October 11, 2019 | October 11, 2019 | October 16, 2019 | Present Day |
| 379 | 379: December 13-16, 2019 | December 13, 2019 | December 16, 2019 | December 18, 2019 | Present Day |
| 416 | 416: April 2, 2020 | April 2, 2020 | April 2, 2020 | April 6, 2020 | Present Day |
| 425 | 425: April 23-24, 2020 | April 23, 2020 | April 24, 2020 | April 27, 2020 | Present Day |
| 427 | 427: April 29-30, 2020 | April 29, 2020 | April 30, 2020 | May 1, 2020 | Present Day |
| 436 | 436: May 22, 2020 | May 22, 2020 | May 22, 2020 | May 25, 2020 | Present Day |
| 446 | 446: The Super Alpha Male Championship | June 19, 2020 | Present Day | ||
| 447 | 447: Bill Cooper Covers OKC Part 2 | April 24, 1995 | April 26, 1995 | June 22, 2020 | Wacky Wednesday |
| 571 | 571: May 22-27, 2003 | May 22, 2003 | May 27, 2003 | June 30, 2021 | 2003 Investigation |
| 609 | 609: October 20, 2021 | October 20, 2021 | October 20, 2021 | October 25, 2021 | Present Day |
| 615 | 615: November 8, 2021? | November 8, 2021 | November 8, 2021 | November 10, 2021 | Knowledge Fight Interview |
| 742 | 742: Formulaic Objections Part 9 | October 31, 2022 | Formulaic Objections | ||
| 776 | 776: February 11, 2023 | February 11, 2023 | February 11, 2023 | February 13, 2023 | Present Day |
| 804 | 804: May 3-4, 2023 | May 3, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | May 5, 2023 | Present Day |
| 882 | 882: April 1, 2004 | April 1, 2004 | April 1, 2004 | December 29, 2023 | 2003 Investigation |
| 968 | 968: September 25-26, 2024 | September 25, 2024 | September 26, 2024 | September 30, 2024 | Present Day |
| 1031 | 1031: An Unpleasant Sushi Date | April 30, 2025 | |||
| 1033 | 1033: April 25, 2025 | April 25, 2025 | April 25, 2025 | May 5, 2025 |
