This is amusing. They believe themselves so culturally superior, yet likely have no clue what culture really is. Stand-up comedy? Give me a break. That's for when you want to lighten up and drop the culture schtick. The same goes for movies (unless you include the great films of the past). Nothing today is worth cultural consideration.
Have many of them read the classics? Have they studied art? Have they studied/appreciated classical music, jazz, early country or true folk music? Have they had more than a Bukowski's moment with someone in the arts or music world who was more than a name? No, I didn't think so. I have, so I can rightly question their superiority.
And Raven dares to state that a visit here warrants a shower afterward. Ha! So much to learn, so little to learn with.
"Have many of them read the classics? Have they studied art? Have they studied/appreciated classical music, jazz, early country or true folk music? Have they had more than a Bukowski's moment with someone in the arts or music world who was more than a name?"
No, but they did watch "V" for Vendetta at a Holiday Inn Express last night.