I live in ND and work with farmers. Please believe me. We still have this and they’re just as tough and gruff as this old timer. Don’t lose your faith in our country🇺🇸 that’s what our detractors want
He passed 14 months after this aired in Feb of 1988...wouldn't it be nice if everyone could live to be in our 90s and have health until we pass.. This man was a national treasure.
Mr Heaton would pass away the next year on April 26, two weeks shy of his 99th birthday. It is nice that he got to do this and that there is now this interview to remember him by. Also, just to show how old old is - Mr Heaten among all his very long-lived siblings also had a sister who died at age 8 - in 1895. His 2 other sisters? They died in 1996 and 2006. He had sisters die in 3 different centuries.
And if you were in LA when Johnny ruled the late shows, you went to sleep with a smile on your face, and some assurance that, despite the world's problems, there were people out there who you might not know, but who made the world work the way it should. " He-r-r-rrr's Johnny" finished the day in style, with class!
Really? Apparently, you don't know that much about Johnny Carson. I've seen him demonstrate lots of irreverence toward various individuals and against homosexuals in general. There are several people in Hollywood who have come out and said that Johnny Carson was a mean-spirited individual. He also engaged in objectifying women and having them parade around his stage in bikinis. That was risque for the day. He also had Carol Wayne and Teresa Ganzel come on the show and act like the quintessential blonde bimbos with big boobs. That's very chauvinistic. I don't know why you make him out to be such a Quaker, or a saint. He wasn't classy, I'd say he was just the opposite. Biggest thing of all: His monologues weren't funny, they were terrible.
Johnny was always very gracious towards "ordinary" guests on his show and he never said, or did, anything disrespectful towards them for the sake of a laugh. He knew how to draw them into an entertaining conversation and what questions to ask to make it humorous on a real level. That's why he was the king and America now goes to bed much earlier than they did during his run on TV.
Toulon is 76 miles south of me in Dixon,Illinois , good ol farmer 👍, i grew up on a dairy farm, my dad will be 93 yrs old July 23, 2021, old dairy farmer...my dad still drives , has a clear mind, my mom passed in 2014 at the age of 88, 7 of us kids, my dad has since then aquired a gf , she is the same age as my dad they went to grade school together, her husband has passed also...my parents were married for almost 70 yrs. Johnny Carson Show was a great show, my 2nd cousin who was a farmer his whole life would be 99 in March 2021, he just died of Covid Pneumonia about Jan. 8, 2021, he lived in Rockfalls,Illinois , just thought i'd share this...
Well this is basically 100 times more entertaining and meaningful than any garbage on late-night TV these days. Basically, this entire clip is about making a person smile and feel content. A straight dose of feel-good medicine.
Yes talk shows at night suck, more political and bands, rap music sucks. I like Stephen Colbert when he started out but all he did was become a trump basher every night and I got tired of it.
He wouldn’t have brought on a young farmer. Regularly wasting half the show toward the end of his run on anonymous elderly people with no entertainment talent was just a pathetically obvious attempt to make himself look younger and really backfired, making the show far more boring to the younger audience and only hastening his departure. “And we thought you’d like to meet him/her.” Why? It was a total waste of national TV time from a previously classic show.
This is the reason why the Tonight Show was so popular. He treated people and respect and talk to them on their level. Some of the best guest have been ordinary people like mr. Heaton
You're right Chris Campbell. I can't watch any of the newbies ... Fallon (with that fake insincere laugh), Colbert (with his extreme partisan politics), Kimmel (without an ounce of intellect) ... they're just awful.
In my line of work as a quart listed anger management Instructor all the sessions that I have with everybody male female young and old no matter what profession no matter what level or status of society manners politeness courtesy and respect never goes out of style and everybody has the same problems be at relationships children career
What a genuine, jovial and classy man. Gotta love his natural wit and organic humor. Almost a century old and still sharp as a razor. My grandfather lived to be 95. Ran his farm up until he was 92, took care of him and the farm the last 3 years and so glad I did. Got to know more about him in those 36 months than I did throughout the last 30 years. RIP Grandpa and Mr. Heaton!
This is one of my favorites. I love how he was enjoying getting the laughs. He probably left with an impression that it was easy to get a laugh on Carson lol. Just another example of how Carson is still one of the best forms of entertainment available. We often complain about all there is, is garbage on TV, but technology has given us the ability to have access to great stuff like this.
@@youbadolivez Trump's policies have bankrupted farms like nothing else before. And not even for a good reason - just a hissy fit tantrum trying to look tough in front of the Chinese. So, farmers already know. They're not voting for Trump like in 2016.
They were. Now they're all about run out of business by big factory farms. My uncle is a small farmer about retirement age and it is not a good situation out there for family farms.
Incredible! This man heard when President McKinley was shot and was around to tell about it in 1987! A living time machine. A good reason to befriend as many elders as possible today, and get them to talk about their youth and the events of their lives.
63DW89A - Yours is a great comment. The elderly among us can be a gold mine of life advice. The younger ones today may not know how to draw out the seniors’ wisdom... i would say ‘listen to how Johnny Carson did it here’.
Back in high school for American history class we had to "interview" a senior citizen and upon hearing that the first minimum wage ever established in America in the year 1938 was TWENTY FIVE CENTS an hour was really something that I could never fathom. This led me to look up the prices for things then and it really will amaze you! A house would cost you $4,000 and gasoline was just $.10 cents a gallon.
Go on a cruise with a bunch of our elders and see what you think. As a group they are highly, highly annoying. And I'm not talking about being slow or whatever. They're pushy, entitled, rude, etc. This guy is unusual.
@@bobbywoods684 you said it right there "a cruise". That is a certain type of person to begin with, it's not indicative of an age group. People that go on cruises or stay at all inclusive, or are golfers in no way represent the general population of any given demographic. Now my Dad volunteers at a seniors assisted living complex and I go there quite often too. Listen, I don't know how old you are but I'm mid '50's now and work pipeline construction. The old generation at least had respect for their elders and knew how to work. The under 30 set today are actually pathetic. They have to have their freaking phones taken away from to work, and even then most of them are useless, and they have no respect for their elders. A cruise, you work on a high seas cruise ship? Sad!!
@@kevdean9967 First, I don't work on a cruise. I cruise because my wife likes it. Don't personalize it. That said, I hear you. However, as my sweet mother in law said the other day, "a car of young kids flipped me off for NO REASON!!" at an intersection stop light. Uh-huh. I'm not saying they should have done that at all, but her driving is atrocious and she is one of those dangerous oldsters who's fighting giving up her "independence". And the freakin state of Texas just renewed her license for goodness sake. She insist on driving on the freeway in the right lane at 55. At some point soon, she's gonna have to be reigned in and it's gonna be ugly. Maybe you can come over and do it for us.
@@bobbywoods684 That's scary! I'm in Canada and at age 80 you have to do a road test to keep driving. My Grandpa stopped at a green light on his and that was the end of his driving career. But nothing scares me more than the texting and driving that's going on now. People are so useless these days I'm astounded! The phone is going to have, as Gord Downie so eloquently said "A generation so much dumber than it's parents came crashing though the window".
How can the political climate now go unattended by the night show writers and hosts? It has become so relevant to make points that are actually important to keep on the surface. The talent is there, the times are so different. I loved watching Carson too and so many guests, it was a more innocent time.
Carson occasionally gave politicians a hard time but he was not selective and always respectful. Thirty years on the air and nobody had a clue as to his personal politics.
Carson would pick on a President or a Governor, but he would keep it funny and respectful of the office at the same time. Not like the downright hate of today. Carson also did not let politics dominate his show, things like this interview made it so much more entertaining. There will never be another Johnny!
I'm curious how you would react to the Steve Allen Show... IT WAS NOT IN COLOR!!!! OMG, how the hell can anybody bear watching non-color TV??? -->ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Mss_uzQVk1s.html
I had relatives that farmed near Bradford and those people were the genuine salt of the earth. I think the greatest thing about Johnny was the level of respect that he payed to his guests.
I as a young boy used to love to listen to the Adults talk. There was nothing I liked better than to listen to conversations between my parents and their family, neighbors and friends. If I listened carefully I could hear some really neat stuff. However the trick was to be sure to not not show that I was actually Listening otherwise they’d run me off. So one summer evening my Mom & Dad are on the front porch and I’m on the Glider “acting” like I’m reading a book. Mom and Dad are talking about my Bum Uncle Chester and Mom is giving him 10 kinds of shit, Then I heard them begin to spell out words. I then piped up, “what’s a waahore hopper”. I pronounced the “w” in Whore. Mom turned to Dad and said, “we’ve got to be more careful because the little shit is learning how to spell”. After that I got run off the porch to go play out of earshot.
I mean how can you just not love JC he finds interest in a 97 year old farmer whos son is 78 , and his 75 year old young lady and the show is made ! Only Johnny Carson could ever do that and so much classier and funnier than anyone now days combined !!! RIP MR Carson
@@iowapanner2223 Correct. My "Yes" was in response to K A The HUN "How can you not love JC". I grew up watching Johnny when I could. The late night hacks today would have made fun of Mr Heaton.
This is the very best interview that Johnny Carson ever had on his show. I watch it from time to time, and it always makes me nostalgic, and a little sad, for the past. I knew an old farmer in our little town, born in 1900, that I loved very much. He taught me as much as any school teacher ever could. What a beautiful generation! Garnet, I'll always love and remember you.
My favorite human interest interview of his was with that home economist with the unique recipe for Thanksgiving turkey stuffing. And I quote: "Stuff the turkey with un-popped popcorn. Then, cook turkey at 350 degrees till the popcorn...blows its ass off."
Well Johni knew that these people were just there to get a couple minutes of exposure and enjoy the moment and have something to show to the kids or grandkids they weren’t trying to advance their careers they were just out to have a nice time
When I worked as a grass cutter at a cemetery during high school summer break (1973) I talked to countless people in their 70"s, 80's, and even 90'S, I always found their stories priceless ! Listening to stories about the depression, WW 1, WW 2, Indian wars, riding the rails, gangsters, prohibition, the first time they saw an airplane,the first time they saw a car, etc. etc. I wish I had it all recorded !
My great grandfather was much like this....I loved talking to him, he passed back in 74. He was born in 1882 and his wife died in 1906 and he never remarried, my mother ask him why, he said nobody could take her place....she was the one. They only had one, my Grandmother, born in 1906, her mother died giving birth.
Sharpest and nicest 97 yr old in the history of the universe , his friend , a very nice lady ! To watch that gentleman was better than watching 100 famous people ! !
you have to remember..johnny himself was born in 1925,in the mid west.Those people from that generation had ethical fortitude..my dad,while being younger than carson,has much of those same qualities..so did the vast majority of people from those days..Carson was also quite good at his craft dont get me wrong.
Johnny was the master of asking the right questions and getting out of the way until the perfect moment when he would drop the best one-liner. He always played to his guests strengths and put them in the best light possible. There will never be another one like him! Never.
As a kid I remember my grandpa watching Carson & he'd tell me some of Johnny's jokes from the show & those are the times I remember him laughing & smiling the most
I just turned 59. I'm rewatching some the Johnny Carson shows that provided great memories. I'm thankful that he was brought on treated with the respect that he deserved. .
What a lovely man, 97 years old and still workin on the farm... I'm a farm boy now living in a little town and I want to find a small farm for my wife and I and I can only hope to be as fortunate as this sweet old man when my golden years come!
Carson knew how to make guests feel comfortable, and create a conversation that engaged the audience. This makes Jimmy Fallon look like some high school kid.
High school idiot. Whether you liked trump or not we’ve had to listen to late night talk shows “ bully” the then President. Yes trumpet did his share but it was the worst times and I avoided tv as much as possible. Time to pull it together. This is so refreshing. Late night talk shows should be canceled for awhile. I don’t need their political views. I was watching for entertainment. Not any more
The man had common sense and he just saw the world differently and wasn’t afraid to admit that he was human and he had needs and just trying to have fun and enjoy his life
Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon are nothing more than parrots. All they do is repeat what Tucker Carlson said and rehash their old Trump jokes (that weren't funny to begin with)
Your grandfather would be his son... not grandson, unless this guy is your great-great-grandfather. Either way, what a great clip. I'm only enough to remember the 80s and and the awesome Carson years.
Johnny was so good that he didn’t even need to prep for a guest. You could bring anyone on stage, and by asking the right questions, it would be the funniest segment you’ve ever seen. In fact, sometimes Johnny was best when something went wrong. He would instantly turn it into something better than what was supposed to happen. What a legend!
@@joeskis Yes, I'm sure he prepped for this interview. But Chris is saying Johnny was a natural interviewer and wouldn't have had to prep. He probably didn't prep for the short interview with the girlfriend. There were countless times that something went awry that was not scripted and you could count on Johnny to make the best of it: Ed Ames throwing the tomahawk at the cowboy silhouette (the longest continuous laugh in tv history, greatly helped by Carson's ad libs); any segment with Joan Embery from the San Diego zoo (working with animals is known to go off the rails at times); his quick retorts to things an audience member would scream, whether during his monologue, a skit, or an interview; so many things. I miss Johnny.
This is such great television. Carson would occasionally bring on ordinary people like this, and give us a glimpse into life in other parts of America. Way more entertaining than celebrities promoting their latest film or show.
This is the good wholesome interviews of common people missing from tv today. They only have people on nowadays to make fun of them, but Carson showed that just talking to these people was enjoyable.They had plenty of charisma, intelligence, humor, and just great people to visit with. A great part of America died with these older generations.
Brian Barcus Decent folk have no interest or business affiliating with garbage t.v. We have RU-vid to watch good shows and reruns. The rest can fill-in the landfill.
@@dantyler6907 If you were over 10 years old you would know Johnny Carson was not garbage t.v. RU-vid was not around until 2005 and the internet was not available to the public until 1991. Oh, and people respected each other.
This was a time in America when people coud still share and appreciate our common humanity. It is so sad to see how quickly and how far America has fallen.
People seem to say celebrities are hot. I'd say this farmer is better looking than the lot of those celebrity folks. Fuck celebrities - they're a bunch of Hollywood traitors.
Real people don't need a script to talk to someone actors today can't even hold a conversation with a host of a talk show. Because they don't have it wrote down for them. I liked it when Johnny had people one like this. 97 and still can have fun. Now they want to kill off the elderly because they maybe sick. I guess they feel they will never get old or sick take their food away and water. Or. Passed this bill just a few days ago. Aug. 2019.
Now Betty White is with these gentlemen in heaven. God bless them, it was a wonderful interview that Johnny did and he and Ed had the utmost respect for this gentleman.
That couple was a world away from today’s “normal”. Growing up on a farm does create a different person. My grandfather died at eighty seven in a tractor accident, but was really sharp like this guy. There were far more occasions where Grampa would take a drink. Hopefully we will swing back to a life where people have the time to say good morning to a stranger in a store, and not have to fear getting told to mind your own business. I thank you for posting this video. Johnny was a much kinder and warmer person than the drips of today who make a living out of ridiculing others.
I remember seeing this long ago and it was great to be able to see it again. Used to look forward to watching Johnny in the evening. He was so funny and it was my favorite show for a long time. We will always remember you Johnny. You were one of a kind!!
His kids were mostly old when they died, some were in their nineties, most were in their 80s. Children dying 20-30 years after their parents isn't uncommon. As a side note, several of his grandchildren have died, and they too, were largely old. He died the same day as Lucille Ball.
You know you ever know how Johnny Carson never mentioned any political affiliation today who's that guy everything is political late night I stopped even liking Robin Williams Whoopi Goldberg With all their humor revolving around a political party you know when you go see comedians you go there and laugh not judge whether they drive a Prius or not.
I haven't watched any except specific yt clips of fallon & guest lip-syncing. I felt that was his only talent and all I could bear. I quit even listening to that a few years ago. 😑
I grew up "in town", but both of my parents, many of my relatives and friends lived and loved, (as l did) the solid warmth of life "on the farm". That was, back then, in the 40's and 50's, the real deal. Hard to find, nowadays. T. Powers
What a fantastic interview. This man could be one of a 100 members of my family who are farmers in central Illinois. They all have the same mannerisms, politeness and they talk the same way. I So enjoyed this. Thank you for posting this.
I remember seeing this years ago on TV, and was hoping it would pop up on youtube. I never forgot when he said his son runs things now, and is 78, lol.
Make it work? The farmer was a natural.....Johnny had very little work to do......nobody was or will ever be Carson but this was a walk in the park....and Johnny would tell you so.
that is exactly why Johnny Carson was the best, it would have been easy to make fun of the old guy, laugh at him, instead Carson laughs with him the old guy has a great time and so do we.
How would it have been easy to laugh at or make fun of this gentleman? On the surface it sounds like you're complimenting Johnny, and I'm sure that's your intent, but there's something a bit mean spirited in saying it would have been easy to make fun of his guest.
Johnny was the consummate professional and gracious host behind that desk and never said a disrespectful or condescending word to anyone. He always made you feel (as he so eloquently put it) like you were "sitting on the front porch talking to me."
Johnny was a TOTAL class act! Treated that man with the SAME amount of respect as a legendary actor/actress on his show. CLASS act. Never a cheap laugh at the expense of his guest. Lacking today. Miss Johnny, Ed, Doc, Tommy & Fred.
I absolutely love this interview! I love the interviews with kids, the elderly, and when they have animals. He makes them feel so at ease. He does that with nothing but his own personality and grace. No ego!
Did you catch Johnny coming out from behind his desk to take his arm to help him step onto the stage? A lot of hosts would turn that into a patronizing moment, "here, let me help you" kind of a deal and take some of the spotlight away from the guest. But not Carson. Once you stepped out and made your way to that chair you were the star.
This guy is incredibly with it. Normally with a person that age in such a setting has people talking to them as if they were a baby, but this guy is too sharp for things to go down that line.
This was my show as a kid in 60's till 90's. Loved his show. Used to like Fallon never like colbert on any show he had. And the other schemer puppet talk show guy. LoL forgot his name. Never watched him either
Things are far better today. We live a lot longer too, better medicine. Millions of entertainment options, versus 3 channels on TV and a library card. I still visit the library, but no library can house what the Internet can.
@@spaceghost8995 Yeah, sometimes. I liked the Stupid Pet Tricks and Stuff Being Dropped Off the Roof and, of course, Larry Bud Melman and his "Won't You Please Enjoy A Hot Towel!!" 😂🤣😂
Johnny was the BEST,,, He had the best side kick and the best guests EVER,, He knew how to get all of his guests to " come out and talk" like with this gentleman,,,, What a true entertainer Johnny was AND all of his awesome guests,,,,,,,, We miss you Johnny!!!
This was filmed in 1988 and he was 97 at that time. That means he was born in 1891! Truly a voice from the past that has not been around in a long time.
