Ep 7. The Best Of Carnac (11/9/89)

The Johnny Carson Show season 2 episode 7 is titled "The Best of Carnac" and originally aired on November 9th, 1989. This episode is a compilation of some of the most humorous and memorable moments featuring Carnac the Magnificent, a popular character portrayed by Carson on his show.

Carnac the Magnificent was a comedic sketch where Carson dressed up as a mystic and divined answers to questions sealed in envelopes before he even opened them. The character was known for his iconic turban and cape, and his prop of choice - a large brass gong that he would strike for comedic effect.

Throughout the episode, viewers get to see some of the funniest moments from the Carnac sketches, including some of the most outrageous questions and answers. Fans of the show will also be treated to guest appearances by some of their favorite celebrities, who brought along their own envelopes for Carnac to magically divine.

One of the highlights of the episode is a sketch featuring comedian Joan Rivers as a guest on the show. In the sketch, Joan presents Carnac with an envelope containing the question "What do you call a pickle with a cold?" to which Carnac responds, "A-sneeze-ickel." The two banter back and forth in typical Johnny Carson fashion, with plenty of witty one-liners and humorous ad-libs.

Another memorable moment comes when Carnac is presented with an envelope containing the question "What does Queen Elizabeth say after doing the hokey pokey?" The answer? "I'm dizzy, Philip."

The Best of Carnac episode is a trip down memory lane for longtime fans of The Johnny Carson Show, and a hilarious introduction to the iconic character for newcomers to the series. With plenty of laughs and witty humor, this compilation episode is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages.