{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/646204ca41a73600110c86d5/65f1ba2b129d0d0016a1aa39?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Bernie Clifton: From Crackerjack to Vegas - The Life of a Comedy Legend","description":"<p>in this delightful episode of the podcast, Steve Otis Gunn chats to comedy legend Bernie Clifton, who shares stories from his illustrious career, including:</p><p><strong>Early Career &amp; RAF Adventures</strong>: 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.</p><ul><li><strong>Comedy Mentors</strong>: 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.</li><li><strong>The Ostrich</strong>: 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 <em>The Daily Mirror</em>.</li><li><strong>Television Highlights</strong>: He shares insights into his time on the beloved children's show <em>Crackerjack</em>, his involvement in the infamous <em>It's a Royal Knockout</em>, and his appreciation for being referenced in an episode of <em>Inside No. 9</em>.</li><li><strong>Autobiography</strong>: Bernie discusses his autobiography, <em>Crackerjack to Vegas</em>, offering a glimpse into his journey from the stage to the screen.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Originally released under the podcast's former name: Television Times.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>📚 About Bernie Clifton</h2><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>🔗 Connect with Bernie Clifton</h3><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/bernie.clifton\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/bernie.clifton.7\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a></li><li><a href=\"http://www.bernieclifton.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Official Website</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>📢 Follow the Podcast</h3><p>Stay updated with the latest episodes and behind-the-scenes content:</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/clothesneedburning\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@clothesneedburning\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TikTok</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@clothesneedburning\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Host</strong>: Steve Otis Gunn</p><p><strong>Guest</strong>: Bernie Clifton</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 48 minutes</p><p><strong>Release Date</strong>: 27 March 2024</p><p><strong>Season</strong>: 2, Episode 8</p><p><br></p><p>All music written by Steve Otis Gunn</p><p>My book '<em>You Shot My Dog and I Love You' </em>is available in bookstores &amp; online</p>","author_name":"Steve Otis Gunn"}