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Remembering Comic Bob Newhart

Fresh Air

CHAPTER

The Intelligence of Comedy

This chapter revisits a comedic exchange from The Bob Newhart Show, focusing on the dynamics between Bob Hartley and his wife Emily as they hilariously discuss their IQ scores. It explores the show's clever writing and the effectiveness of maintaining composure in absurd situations to enhance humor.

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