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Comedy legend George Carlin isn't afraid to let anyone know his opinions on what's wrong with the world today. His most recent books, 'Napalm and Silly Putty' and 'When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops,' hit number one on the New York Times bestseller list. One of many self-styled contemporary folk singers to have come on the scene in the '80s, Vance Gilbert is blessed with a vocal range from angelic to uncanny, and his songs have won him praise from audiences and critics alike.
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This video presents comedian George Carlin at his best, before a live and appreciative audience. This tape is of a performance in New York City. Included are his takes on government and society in general. Intended for adult audiences, parents will likely find that the language and content of this video make it inappropriate for young viewers. ~ Rob Ferrier, All Movie Guide
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On October 11, 1975, Carlin became the first host of NBC-TV's Saturday Night Live. Carlin received two Grammy Awards for "FM & AM" (1990) and "Jammin’ in New York" (1992). To date, he has starred in 11 HBO specials, and published a best-selling book, "Brain Droppings." In addition to his acting, writing and recording, Carlin continues to perform about 150 dates a year on the road. Carlin was widowed in May 1997, when his wife Brenda died of complications from liver cancer. The two were married for 34 years and had a daughter Kelly.
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Carlin himself enjoys stealing, but not jokes. At one point, his office was cluttered from wall to wall with signs he'd yoinked from hotel lobbies, traffic intersections, police stations and restaurants. "I think it keeps the child alive in me. There's a thrill when you steal something in plain view of other people. When you drop a newspaper over a sign and walk away with it, or take something off a wall and the sound of glue ripping makes people turn around. Your heart is racing, it's a rush."
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The series premiere of "Unmasked" with George Carlin debuts Saturday, September 22 at 8 p.m. ET on "XM Comedy" (XM 150), with new episodes of "Unmasked" airing every other Saturday. Future episodes of "Unmasked" will feature Jeff Garlin, Jim Norton, Patrice Oneal, Bob Saget, Brian Regan, Carlos Mencia and others. Additional programming information and encore schedules are available online at http://www.xmradio.com/unmasked.
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The turning point for Carlin came in Fort Worth, Texas (1959) in KOXL. Together with newsman Jack Burns, he started developing comedy routines for an eventual nightclub act that led to a two-year stint, playing leading clubs and making a first appearance on The Tonight Show with Jack Paar. They ... recorded an album, Burns & Carlin at the Playboy Club Tonight, on ERA Records.
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