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183 Love Johnny Carson Is A Bestseller And Here Is Author Mark Malkoff Part 2!
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- The Letterman Podcast
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- Oct 31, 2025
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Episode 183 – Mark Malkoff (Part Two): “Love Johnny Carson”This week brings Part Two of our encompassing conversation with Mark Malkoff, host of The Carson Podcast and author of the brilliant new book Love Johnny Carson.Picking up right where Part One left off, Mark and Mike continue their deep dive into Johnny’s incredible career and legacy — and how it all connects to the world of David Letterman. The episode opens with the story of the unexpected intruder who interrupted Johnny Carson’s very first Tonight Show, and traces his journey all the way through his final broadcast.Mark also sheds light on Johnny’s post-retirement years — a period often mislabeled as “quiet,” yet filled with creativity, generosity, and private moments that reveal the man behind the legend. Along the way, the conversation explores the parallels and contrasts between Carson and Letterman, two giants whose influence continues to shape late-night television to this day.Before you head off into late-night nostalgia, stop by Hello-Deli.com — the only place to grab officially licensed Late Show with David Letterman merch, personally delivered (almost) by the legendary Rupert Jee.And hey, if this episode made you smile, please like, share, subscribe, and drop a comment — even if it’s just to tell us your favorite Carson moment. We’ll take it.