after prufrock

As Bette feels like an old chum of sorts, I thought perhaps to focus on another yesteryear favourite- the The Dick Cavett Show. Spanning from 1969 to 1975 (and intermittently on various networks thereafter), the show could be characterised by its host’s refined measure and endearing wit. Cavett’s vast intellectual arsenal allowed him to perceptively cover a plethora of subjects and interview a great number of fascinating guests, simultaneously engaging both his audience and those he interviewed with his relaxed conversational style.  So dynamic and influential was his persona and show format, even Nixon attempted to usurp this sophisticated talk show-host from his American TV throne. Check out more of Dick here, where these days he puts his pen to use and shines a light on the joys and hazards of the entertainment industry and other contemporary topics.  Considering the stamina it must have taken him to propel 90 minutes of unscripted, thoughtful and entertaining material night after night, it is not surprising to note that Cavett’s own views on the typically loquacious American shows we presently have flashing on our midnight screens are less than adoring.

& now, for some classic Dick and Bette:

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