Ep 1. Joan Embery, David Brenner, 2/20/1974

Johnny gets the laughs started with a monologue that pokes fun at an aging Smokey the Bear, the ongoing gasoline shortage, and the nominations for the upcoming Oscar awards. A favorite guest of Johnny's, animal handler Joan Embery pays a visit to the show from the San Diego Zoo, accompanied by a very loving baby gorilla and some other dangerous friends. Wry stand-up comedian David Brenner shares his funny views of the differences between LA and NYC. Episode has been edited from original broadcast.