A Classic 1972 Television Appearance
Few things capture the personality of an old-school comedian better than an extended talk-show appearance.
Instead of a short edited clip, viewers get time to see the comedian talk, react, tell stories, and interact naturally with the host.
That is exactly what makes this 1972 appearance by Don Rickles on The Dick Cavett Show so fascinating.
The episode originally aired on April 13, 1972, with Rickles appearing alongside Beverly Sills, Phyllis Kirk, and Earl Wilson.
Don Rickles Meets Dick Cavett
Dick Cavett had a conversational style that allowed his guests plenty of room to speak.
That made his show an especially interesting place for a comedian like Don Rickles.
Rickles was known for his quick wit, sharp observations, and ability to turn an ordinary conversation into a comedy opportunity.
The official Dick Cavett Show channel also preserves a Rickles segment from this appearance and identifies the air date as April 13, 1972.
The Magic Of A Full Episode
A short clip can show one great joke.
A full episode shows something much more valuable.
It lets viewers see how the comedian behaves between the punchlines.
Rickles could react to a question,...
