alynch April 6, 2014 Share April 6, 2014 Since this forum is getting a bit more attention with Dave's announcement, it seems a good opportunity to start some more topics. Episode threads don't really make sense for a show like this, so this will be for discussing events on the show after they happen. So watch the show, then post in this thread to comment. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/
alynch June 4, 2014 Author Share June 4, 2014 Well, now that TWOP is officially dead, hopefully there'll a handful more people coming over. That Pea Boy gag was so old that I had to look it up. According to Wahoo they haven't even done a version of it since 1995. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-106229
opus June 4, 2014 Share June 4, 2014 One thing I vaguely remember about peaboy is I think once he was played by Regis. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-106650
jjj June 6, 2014 Share June 6, 2014 I see names I recognize here -- hurrah! But I have not been inspired to watch this week's guests. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-112010
Tunia June 8, 2014 Share June 8, 2014 What a win-win on Monday's (June 9) show: Kelsey Grammer and Willie Nelson! That's a don't miss! Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-114299
opus June 12, 2014 Share June 12, 2014 There were a couple of moments when Dave wanted to "go after" Christopher Walken, but I'm glad he took the high road. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-124714
Grommet June 15, 2014 Share June 15, 2014 Walken seems like a nice guy and he's a great actor but he's not a great guest. Better than DiNiro though. Regis is always great, as is Kelsey Grammer. And Dave Chappelle was interesting. A pretty good week. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-131598
Grommet June 17, 2014 Share June 17, 2014 Double posting to say that Dave's interview with Jerry Seinfeld at the Paley Center is available on the Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee site. It was funny and interesting, as you'd expect. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-134615
alynch June 19, 2014 Author Share June 19, 2014 I also really enjoyed that Seinfeld interview, especially since Dave was much less obsequious than the usual Paley center interviewer. His attitude seemed to be, "Yes Jerry, it's a very entertaining show, but it's not exactly groundbreaking. You're just talking to celebrities in a unique setting." It could've gotten contentious if either of the two didn't hold the other in such high regard. Well, I guess we now know for sure how to get Dave to replay old bits. You simply have to personally request it from the audience. It seems to be working pretty consistently. I hope future audience members are taking notes. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-140176
opus June 25, 2014 Share June 25, 2014 Didn't really know where to stick this, so I put it here. In 1977, David Letterman hosted a game show pilot. It wasn't picked up, but if it was, late night TV history could have been changed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpU2h96k7oU Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-155083
alynch June 26, 2014 Author Share June 26, 2014 Had no idea Biff had been gone for the past two months. Presumably his knee issues date back to that time he got hurt catching the football, which is kind of sad. That's also probably why they've had Todd doing all the field pieces lately. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-156073
opus July 10, 2014 Share July 10, 2014 A standing ovation for Clint Dempsey? Seemed a bit much. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-188476
hunkapappa July 10, 2014 Share July 10, 2014 I loved the ovation for Deuce, he deserved it even if it seemed to floor him a bit. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-189075
alynch July 10, 2014 Author Share July 10, 2014 I have noticed over the past couple of months that the audience has been giving all the guest much longer ovations. I assume the warm-up people have been telling them to do it. Can't say I'm a big fan of it since it usually creates an awkward 30 seconds or so of silence before starting the interview. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-189832
jjj July 10, 2014 Share July 10, 2014 My online show description said that Lizzie Caplan was scheduled as the guest last night (Wednesday) -- did she have to cancel? Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-190166
kib July 11, 2014 Share July 11, 2014 I have noticed over the past couple of months that the audience has been giving all the guest much longer ovations. I assume the warm-up people have been telling them to do it. Can't say I'm a big fan of it since it usually creates an awkward 30 seconds or so of silence before starting the interview. I think folks might be extra amped up getting in to see the show before Daddy punches the time clock for the last time (or maybe the thermostat in the Ed Sullivan has been set especially low recently) I'm hopeful I can catch a show when I'm in NYC early this December. I know I'll be particularly cheery if I can score a ticket ! (Hint..hint..wink..wink to any lurking LS staffers) Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-190893
alynch July 16, 2014 Author Share July 16, 2014 Jason Segel is a true gentleman. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-205432
jjj July 16, 2014 Share July 16, 2014 Thanks, alynch! Even wrapped up, those look like a dandy pile of sandwiches. "Ham" Did they talk about sandwiches in the interview on Tuesday? Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-205836
alynch July 16, 2014 Author Share July 16, 2014 Yes, at length. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-205955
jjj July 16, 2014 Share July 16, 2014 Excellent, thank you so much, alynch! Now I know why the little card under the sandwiches said "Ham"! It was hilarious to hear each named sandwich get applause in the segment. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-205993
jjj July 18, 2014 Share July 18, 2014 (edited) Posted today: video of Elaine Stritch appearing on Dave's show -- have we ever seen anyone own the stage like this when Dave was also there? It was Elaine's world -- Dave just sat in it. (Excellent video quality) http://uproxx.com/tv/2014/07/relive-the-time-elaine-stritch-mistook-david-letterman-for-her-pool-boy/ Edited July 18, 2014 by jjj 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-209850
dcalley July 18, 2014 Share July 18, 2014 That was a fantastic performance. I watched the last half of Thursday's show and am pretty sure St. Vincent didn't understand Dave's semaphore reference, but one of the guys in her band got it. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-210124
Prevailing Wind July 18, 2014 Share July 18, 2014 Thanks for that Elaine Stritch video. I'll miss her. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-210238
alynch July 22, 2014 Author Share July 22, 2014 That musical performance was incredible. I now hope all the long-time band members get a showcase like that before the end. 1 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-220133
CattyTiger July 22, 2014 Share July 22, 2014 Yes it was, alynch! Just awesome. That was my thought, too, that before David leaves he'll showcase that CBS Orchestra and probably some of his employees - kinda like he's done with the intern kid. We will definitely be watching MacArthur Park a few more times. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-220661
opus July 22, 2014 Share July 22, 2014 They blew a golden opportunity. The writer of the song was there. They should have had a sit down segment discussing the origins of the song and what it actually means. That said, here's my favorite MacArthur park comedy piece. It's from SCTV. (The woman reading the book is the best part. Stay till the end). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8JlQNIvIfI Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-220868
alltheuselessbeaut July 25, 2014 Share July 25, 2014 Will definitely miss this iteration of the show...don't know that any other group could pull off the MacArthur Park night they did the other night with Paul leading the iconic Jimmy Webb and Will Lee! Just so fantastic...who else would do something like this? http://youtu.be/RUPSilcJFrQ 3 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-229922
jjj July 25, 2014 Share July 25, 2014 Thank you so much for the link! I was going to hunt it down this weekend, as I missed the performance on the show. I'm the only person I know who loves "MacArthur Park," but I really do! Looking forward to hearing this. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-230830
opus July 29, 2014 Share July 29, 2014 Julia Roberts will be on with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show Thursday. Some Dave loyalists find this upsetting. Does it bother you? Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-242781
jjj July 29, 2014 Share July 29, 2014 Well, she has to build some bridges for the post-Dave era; I never thought anyone had an exclusive commitment. She probably has at most two visits left to "Late Night". Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-243005
nowandlater July 30, 2014 Share July 30, 2014 Julia Roberts will be on with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show Thursday. Some Dave loyalists find this upsetting. Does it bother you? I don't recall any outrage over this from 2 months ago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bYJB0WuLZw Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-244663
opus July 30, 2014 Share July 30, 2014 (edited) I guess for some reason (New York? Dave's history?) there seems to be more of a connection/competition with the Fallon Tonight show than with Kimmel. Edited July 30, 2014 by GaryE Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-245085
alynch July 30, 2014 Author Share July 30, 2014 I'm guessing she'll only be on once more prior to the end (probably in the final couple weeks), since she has no upcoming projects at the moment. I think last night was the first time they've ever not shown the real clip after doing the old, cheap clip gag. I like to think someone at Marvel got pissed over that. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-245178
opus July 30, 2014 Share July 30, 2014 (edited) I would be remiss if I didn't mention the funniest moment they've had in a while. When Dave was talking to Rachelle Lefevre about the possible end of redheads, and she said maybe she should breed with a fellow redhead, and the camera immediately cut to Alan Kalter... classic. Edited July 30, 2014 by GaryE Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-246290
jjj August 11, 2014 Share August 11, 2014 I hope they can rerun at least one of Robin Williams' appearances on Letterman. I always looked forward to his visits. What a terrible shame to lose someone who brought so much joy to so many of us. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-281870
Grommet August 12, 2014 Share August 12, 2014 Two old guys talking about their heart surgery - comedy gold! He was always a great guest. Very sad. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-282148
formerlyfreedom August 12, 2014 Share August 12, 2014 Feel free to visit the Tribute to the Late Great Robin Williams topic over in the Movie forum if you want to share about your memories of him... Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-282167
jjj August 12, 2014 Share August 12, 2014 Thanks for this link, Stacey. This from the Late Night show Twitter: http://pic.twitter.com/2wPGtOPR5Y Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-282482
opus August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 (edited) I don't know about rights issues, but it might be nice tonight to see a clip from when David Letterman was on Mork and Mindy. Oh heck, here it is-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoQiXXP00IE Edited August 18, 2014 by GaryE Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-299971
Slade347 August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 I think we we're all waiting for Dave's tribute to Robin, and he didn't disappoint. It was the perfect mix of funny and emotional- just what you would expect from Dave. And we got the clip of Dave on Mork and Mindy. 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-302333
Grommet August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Agreed, the tribute was perfect. I liked the bit about them expecting haggis jokes when hearing Robin was Scottish. And I liked that they showed a lot of pictures of Robin laughing. 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-302501
jjis August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Julia Roberts will be on with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show Thursday. Some Dave loyalists find this upsetting. Does it bother you? I think it had more to do with Leno than the Tonight Show itself. Dave seems to like Fallon Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-302790
jjj August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 I also was struck by the fact that they had so many pictures of Robin lying on his back laughing so hard. And I felt for Dave especially at the end when he said he had no idea Robin was in so much pain. You could tell how deep this went. If this terrible incident had happened after Dave went off the air, I would have felt the loss of a tribute like this from Dave. And I had not realized he had known Robin from his very early standup days. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-302793
nowandlater August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 After watching Dave's Robin tribute twice, I'm realizing his final episode is going to be extremely hard to get through -- for me. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-303240
alynch August 19, 2014 Author Share August 19, 2014 One thing I noticed is that Dave's story about guesting on Mork & Mindy has changed since the last time he told it. A few years back he told it to Mark Harmon except that time it was Pam Dawber who gave him the pre-show pep talk. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-303270
dcalley August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Here's Dave on Robin for those who missed it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bVgilYncao 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-303497
Hava August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 At the very end of the show, Letterman said, "Goodnight, Robin." :( 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-304366
jjj August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 (edited) Oh, thank you, Hava, because I fell asleep doing a DVD recording of the show with no commercials, and woke up to Craig Ferguson. So I have that final farewell, and will watch it after dark, the only time really to appreciate Dave. :( indeed. Dave can really break my heart. ETA: I watched the end of the show, and it was like he was talking to Robin in the room. And then they closed with another picture of Dave and Robin while the band played the show out. Edited August 20, 2014 by jjj Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-304460
buttersister August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 After watching Dave's Robin tribute twice, I'm realizing his final episode is going to be extremely hard to get through -- for me. Not just you. I've been watching Dave since the daytime show. Very hard to imagine TV life without him. 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-305028
opus August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 Incorporating some quick Ferguson (the town, not the guy who follows) jokes into the show. Edgy. 1 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/4091-late-show-with-david-letterman-general-discussion/#findComment-305902
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