In the latest episode of one of those conservative comedy shows, the host seemed more fired up than a barbecue grill on the Fourth of July. They kicked things off by highlighting a chaotic scene on public transportation—an unholy mix of drama and comedy that could make anyone question the sanity of riding the bus these days. Picture it: a guy holding a lighter on a packed bus, trying to light someone’s hair on fire as another poor soul stands by, half-laughing, half-terrified, and the bus driver is caught in the middle like a deer in headlights. This is the kind of public transport experience that makes you second-guess your decision to skip Uber.

Now, if you’re thinking, “It’s just public transportation,” well, hold on to your bus pass! The host humorously suggested that buses are like war zones where all kinds of eccentric characters gather. Think about it. Everyone who can’t pay for anything better is squished in there, and among them, you find the guy trying to reenact a Michael Jackson dance-off while simultaneously plotting his next wild move. It’s like a living version of a reality TV show, complete with all the awkwardness you didn’t sign up for.

Amidst the chaos, a serious commentary emerged about society’s increasing tolerance for bizarre behavior on public transit. It raised a valid question: Are we really willing to accept this level of lunacy? The host joked about the concept of “no fly lists” and suggested a “no ride list” should exist for public transportation. Could you imagine? “Sorry, sir, but you’ve been flagged for trying to light someone on fire. You’ll need to find another way to get to your destination.” Sounds fair, right?

The reality is that people are tired of the nonsense. They just want to ride from point A to point B without the risk of becoming part of a circus act. The host pointed out that commuters often don’t even want to make eye contact, hoping that if they don’t engage, the chaos will simply float past them like a bad smell. And who could blame them? One minute you’re just trying to get to work, and the next, you’re in the front row of a live performance of “Gasoline vs. Common Sense.” It’s enough to make anyone consider driving everywhere, ever again!

At the end of the day, this madness shines a spotlight on broader societal issues. With more people feeling untethered from basic social norms, is it any wonder that public spaces feel more like a game of dodgeball than a civil society? It’s clear that public transportation matures just as the people using it do, and if we’re going to keep riding this particular bus, we might just want to lay down some ground rules.

So next time you find yourself on a bus, take a look around. You might just find inspiration for a new comedy script, or perhaps you’ll just be thankful for that Uber app you downloaded. And remember, folks, nothing says “proper decorum” quite like a good ol’ fashioned bus ride—just keep your arms and legs inside at all times!