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Saturday Night Live - S01E01 - George Carlin/Janis Ian & Billy Preston
 

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George Carlin/Janis Ian & Billy Preston

 
Host George Carlin; Janis Ian; Billy Preston.
 
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Saturday Night Live / S01E01 : George Carlin/Janis Ian & Billy Preston
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on October 11, 1975 | TV-14 | 65 min. | NBC
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  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 1 - George Carlin/Janis Ian & Billy Preston
    Episode 1
    George Carlin/Janis Ian & Billy Preston
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 2 - Paul Simon/Simon & Garfunkel, Randy Newman, Phoebe Snow
    Episode 2
    Paul Simon/Simon & Garfunkel, Randy Newman, Phoebe Snow
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 3 - Rob Reiner/Joe Cocker
    Episode 3
    Rob Reiner/Joe Cocker
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 4 - Candice Bergen/Esther Phillips
    Episode 4
    Candice Bergen/Esther Phillips
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 5 - Robert Klein/ABBA, Loudon Wainwright III
    Episode 5
    Robert Klein/ABBA, Loudon Wainwright III
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 6 - Lily Tomlin/Howard Shore & the All Nurse Band
    Episode 6
    Lily Tomlin/Howard Shore & the All Nurse Band
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 7 - Richard Pryor/Gil-Scott Heron, Thalmus Rasulala
    Episode 7
    Richard Pryor/Gil-Scott Heron, Thalmus Rasulala
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 8 - Candice Bergen/The Stylistics, Martha Reeves
    Episode 8
    Candice Bergen/The Stylistics, Martha Reeves
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 9 - Elliott Gould/Anne Murray
    Episode 9
    Elliott Gould/Anne Murray
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 10 - Buck Henry/Bill Withers, Toni Basil
    Episode 10
    Buck Henry/Bill Withers, Toni Basil
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 11 - Peter Cook, Dudley Moore/Neil Sedaka
    Episode 11
    Peter Cook, Dudley Moore/Neil Sedaka
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 12 - Dick Cavett/Marshall Efron, Jimmy Cliff
    Episode 12
    Dick Cavett/Marshall Efron, Jimmy Cliff
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 13 - Peter Boyle/Al Jarreau
    Episode 13
    Peter Boyle/Al Jarreau
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 14 - Desi Arnaz/Desi Arnaz, Jr.
    Episode 14
    Desi Arnaz/Desi Arnaz, Jr.
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 15 - Jill Clayburgh/Andy Kaufman
    Episode 15
    Jill Clayburgh/Andy Kaufman
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 16 - Anthony Perkins/Betty Carter
    Episode 16
    Anthony Perkins/Betty Carter
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 17 - Ron Nessen/Toni Basil, Patti Smith
    Episode 17
    Ron Nessen/Toni Basil, Patti Smith
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 18 - Raquel Welch/Phoebe Snow, John Sebastian
    Episode 18
    Raquel Welch/Phoebe Snow, John Sebastian
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 19 - Madeline Kahn/Carly Simon
    Episode 19
    Madeline Kahn/Carly Simon
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 20 - Dyan Cannon/Leon Russell
    Episode 20
    Dyan Cannon/Leon Russell
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 21 - Buck Henry/Gordon Lightfoot
    Episode 21
    Buck Henry/Gordon Lightfoot
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 22 - Elliott Gould/Leon Redbone
    Episode 22
    Elliott Gould/Leon Redbone
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 23 - Louise Lasser/Preservation Hall Jazz Band
    Episode 23
    Louise Lasser/Preservation Hall Jazz Band
  • Saturday Night Live - Episode 24 - Kris Kristofferson/Rita Coolidge
    Episode 24
    Kris Kristofferson/Rita Coolidge

Saturday Night Live season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

George Carlin hosts a humorous episode with skits ranging from a bizarre language lesson to a courtroom scene and a spoof "New Dad" insurance commercial. Carlin's monologue humorously contrasts football and baseball. Musical guests Billy Preston and Janis Ian perform, while sketches like "Victims of Shark Bite" and "Trojan Horse Home Security" offer satirical takes on everyday situations. Comedians, including Andy Kaufman and Valri Bromfield, contribute with unique performances, and Chevy Chase presents a satirical news segment, "Weekend Update".

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Opening Sketch: Language Lesson - Two characters practice an unusual language lesson, with phrases about feeding fingertips to wolverines and being out of badgers. ### George Carlin's Monologue - George Carlin, the host, opens the show with a monologue. He jokes about sports, particularly football, comparing it to ground acquisition similar to colonialism. He contrasts football with baseball, highlighting their differences in culture and gameplay. ### "New Dad" Commercial - A spoof commercial presents "New Dad," an insurance policy that replaces a deceased father with a new one, covering a family's emotional and physical needs. ### Musical Performance: Billy Preston - Billy Preston performs "Nothing From Nothing." ### Courtroom Sketch - In a courtroom scene, a witness struggles to repeat the offensive statement made by the defendant, suggesting its disturbing nature. ### Andy Kaufman's Performance - Andy Kaufman performs a comical rendition of the "Mighty Mouse" theme song. ### George Carlin's Stand-Up - Carlin performs a stand-up routine, covering a variety of topics including bacon packaging, dogs' days off, airport security, and the concept of the present. ### Musical Performance: Janis Ian - Janis Ian performs one of her songs. ### "Victims of Shark Bite" Sketch - A parody interview show where a man falsely claims to be a victim of a shark bite, only to be humorously exposed as a liar. ### "Jamitol" Commercial - A spoof commercial for "Jamitol," a vitamin supplement, featuring a couple discussing its benefits. ### Paul Simon Promo - Paul Simon promotes his upcoming appearance on the show, mentioning a Simon & Garfunkel reunion. ### Weekend Update with Chevy Chase - Chevy Chase delivers the news segment with humorous and satirical stories, including bizarre incidents and political jokes. ### "Bee Hospital" Sketch - A parody of medical dramas set in a hospital for bees, dealing with the birth of different types of bees. ### "Academy of Better Careers" Commercial - A spoof commercial for a phone answering school, highlighting the absurdity of late-night TV ads for career training. ### Valri Bromfield's Stand-Up - Comedienne Valri Bromfield performs a stand-up routine as a strict school teacher preparing her students for a volleyball game. ### "Trojan Horse Home Security" Sketch - A sketch about an over-the-top home security sales pitch, featuring absurd and excessive security measures. ### "Triple-Trac Razor" Commercial - A spoof commercial for a triple-blade razor, mocking the progression of shaving technology. ### Closing Remarks and Performance - George Carlin thanks the guests and audience, mentioning his new album. Janis Ian performs again to close the show.

Frequently Asked Questions

What unusual phrases are practiced in the opening language lesson sketch?

"I would like to feed your fingertips to the wolverines" and "We are out of badgers."

Who is the host of this episode?

George Carlin.

What sport does George Carlin compare to colonialism in his monologue?

Football.

What is the "New Dad" commercial about?

An insurance policy that replaces a deceased father with a new one.

Who performs the song "Nothing From Nothing"?

Billy Preston.

What is the dilemma in the courtroom sketch?

A witness struggles to repeat an offensive statement made by the defendant.

What song does Andy Kaufman perform?

The "Mighty Mouse" theme song.

What topics does George Carlin cover in his stand-up routine?

Bacon packaging, dogs' days off, airport security, and the concept of the present.

Who performs alongside George Carlin in the musical segment?

Janis Ian.

What is the "Victims of Shark Bite" sketch about?

A man falsely claims to be a shark bite victim.

What is "Jamitol"?

A spoof vitamin supplement.

Who is mentioned in the Paul Simon promo?

Randy Newman, Phoebe Snow, and Art Garfunkel.

What is the main theme of Chevy Chase's "Weekend Update" segment?

Humorous and satirical news stories.

What is the setting of the "Bee Hospital" sketch?

A hospital for bees.

What is the "Trojan Horse Home Security" sketch about?

An exaggerated home security sales pitch with absurd security measures.

 
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