Joan Baez criticizes democracy on Mulaney's Netflix show
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Joan Baez made a strong statement during her appearance on the first episode of John Mulaney's Netflix talk show, "Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney." She expressed concern about democracy, saying it is "going up in flames" and criticized wealthy leaders. Baez shared a personal story about her friendship with Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting his humorous side. She recalled a car ride where King and his team told jokes instead of discussing serious topics. Mulaney encouraged guests to speak freely, and the audience responded positively to Baez's remarks. She noted that while she remembered the jokes, she could not share them on air.