Now, THIS IS FUNNY!
Ernie Kovacs spoofs Howdy with his own take on the show. NBC staff announcer Bill Wendell plays Clarabelle and I think the crew has put real liquor in the bottle as a gag. Enjoy!
Now, THIS IS FUNNY! Ernie Kovacs spoofs Howdy!
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