PBS hit a goldmine when they signed satirist Mark Russell to do a series of comedy specials for the network, beginning in 1975. This was when politicians had thicker skin than some do now. Russell, at the piano, would inject some infectious energy into these shows. Russell was so popular with viewers, he'd mosey over to NBC's Real People for a spell.
I remember sitting at home with the parents, laughing my head off. I wish I'd learned the lyrics to Russell's songs, though.
This sampler comes from the 80's.
We lost Mark a couple of years ago. We could use his brand of humor and energy today.
Rating: A.
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