Hey fam, were back with another episode, and on this one, Stu and John delve into a style of television show that is sadly, long gone - The Variety Show.
We look at the variety show in general, and it's demise, whilst reviewing 2 Variety Shows, from 2 sides of the world.
First off, we head to America, and look at the excellent 'Sha Na Na' (an episode from 1979). We discuss, how an unlikely group of guys, performing Doo-Wop songs of the 50's and 60's, managed to become huge via their breakout performance at Woodstock, and of course their television show (which ran for 4 seasons by the way).
And finally we head all the way to Australia, and discuss an episode (from June 1980) of the incredibly popular 'The Don Lane Show'. For those of you unfamiliar with Don Lane (which would be a vast majority of you) fear not, Stu gives you all the info you need on him, his talent, and of course his incredible partnership with his sidekick (and closest friend) the legendary Bert Newton. We look at how a lanky New Yorker, managed to find himself a new home, in Australia, and become one of the true giants of television.
Sit back, and listen, as we discuss these fantastic couple of shows, and the lost art of the Variety Show.
Enjoy
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