Bea Arthur, "Sniff Swig Puff"

Bea Arthur and Rock Hudson sing a song that would cause an avalanche of letters to the network today. The song was originally from the Broadway show "I Love My Wife"; this clip is from The Beatrice Arthur Special in 1980.

Tan Hong Ming in love

Tan Hong Ming is in love with Umi Qazrina, and she doesn't know yet. But Hong Ming is in for a surprise. This commercial is an attempt to reduce racial strife in Malaysia between ethnic Chinese and Malay people.

Mariko Takahashi's Fitness Video

A few years old, but maybe you haven't seen it yet... Created by the one and only Nagi Noda, it's a word-for-word recreation of Susan Powter's first workout video. Poodles.

Minivan Highway

It's like if Kraftwerk moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. This piece of genius is from Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!

Staying Alive commercial

I haven't seen this funny Gilette commercial on television... Jeter, Tiger, and Federer showing some self-confidence. Especially Roger.

The Philharmonicas: "Powerhouse" (1939)

These musicians are crazy talented. You've heard this tune, written by Raymond Scott, in lots of Warner Bros and other cartoons (be sure to listen past 1:09). Footnote: Scott sued Disney and James Horner for stealing this music for "Honey I Shrunk The Kids"; they settled out of court.

Pen Juggler

This guy's pretty good at pen juggling... oh wait, no... he's not. Back to Pen Island for a little more practice.

Henson's 11

Audio is from the "Ocean's 11" trailer. But it's muppet time!

Alcohol Test Problem

An immediate fail on the breathalyzer test.

April 20

Yesterday was 4/20, which seems to be this Price Is Right contestant's favorite day. I'm a day late, the contestant is a dollar short.

The Weather In Haiti

It was hot in SoCal today, so I'm sharing this classic clip with you... Arthur the Haitian Weatherman. "Pretty much everywhere, it's gonna be hot." Thanks Arthur. And now, back to the ganja.

Country Corn Flakes Commercial (1960)

An unfortunately unforgettable commercial. Once seen, remembered forever.

Non-scientist ruins friend's iphone

For my first witness, your honor, I'd like to call to the stand... a rocket scientist.

Feeling faint?

I know it's my second fainting video this month, but this one's just too good. Lots of people fainting; mostly grooms. Lots of nervous guys in rented tuxedos hitting the carpet. I hope nobody got hurt...

Pushy Cat

What IS that cat's PROBLEM? He's such a bully. Maybe that's his favorite tire. He just won't shut up.

Harvey Cartoons Candy Cabaret (1954)

Back in the old days before the 1970s, they used to show cartoons before movies. Sometimes the cartoons were "sing-a-long" types, and this is one fun example. Yes, people actually used to sing together in the theatre. "Just follow the bouncing ball..." The sing-a-long part starts at around 3:30.

Mariah Carey Pitches

Mariah Carey throws out the first pitch at a Japanese baseball game. I think it was the shoes that caused her to do so poorly. Well, at least she's good at other stuff.

Cat doors not just for cats anymore

Surprise! That's a small door, but not small enough.

Fawn gets blown away

A young deer is caught in a hole in the ice, but a helicopter pilot saves it by blowing it off the ice. Happy ending!

Flying Elephants

A PSA for International Fund for Animal Welfare featuring a flying elephant.

Luden's Cough Drops and Zappa (1967)

Frank Zappa was hired to do the sound track for this Luden's Cough Drops commercial. It went on to win a Clio award for best use of sound.

Blanket-stealing dog

I have a feeling the cat will get her revenge someday when the dog least expects it...

20 Things To Do With Matzah

Matzah can be funny. Certainly funnier than lamb's blood on your door or a plague of locusts.