Bernie Clifton: From Crackerjack to Vegas - The Life of a Comedy Legend
- Author
- Steve Otis Gunn
- Published
- Wed 27 Mar 2024
- Episode Link
- https://shows.acast.com/television-times-podcast/episodes/bernie-clifton
Bernie Clifton: From Crackerjack to Vegas - The Life of a Comedy Legend
🎙️Episode Overview
In this delightful episode of the podcast, Steve Otis Gunn chats to comedy legend Bernie Clifton, who shares stories from his illustrious career, including:
- Early Career & RAF Adventures: Bernie discusses his initial career aspirations and how a failed attempt at becoming a plumber led him to join the RAF, where he flew to football matches in Cold War bombers.
- Comedy Mentors: He reflects on his experiences with comedy greats like Bob Monkhouse and Les Dawson, the latter encouraging him to embrace prop comedy, a decision Bernie is grateful for to this day.
- The Ostrich: Bernie reveals the creation of his iconic character, Oswald the Ostrich, and recounts the memorable moment he took Oswald up in a microlight aircraft to appease a reporter from The Daily Mirror.
- Television Highlights: He shares insights into his time on the beloved children's show Crackerjack, his involvement in the infamous It's a Royal Knockout, and his appreciation for being referenced in an episode of Inside No. 9.
- Autobiography: Bernie discusses his autobiography, Crackerjack to Vegas, offering a glimpse into his journey from the stage to the screen.
This episode will appeal to: fans of classic British comedy, those who enjoy stories from the golden age of television, and anyone fascinated by the art of prop comedy and iconic TV characters.
📚 About Bernie Clifton
Bernie Clifton is a British comedian and entertainer renowned for his work in television and his distinctive prop comedy. With a career spanning decades, Bernie has become a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, known for his warmth, wit, and memorable performances.
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Podcast: Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn
Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Bernie Clifton
Duration: 48 minutes
Release Date: 27 March 2024
Season: 1, Episode 19
All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn
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