(Above: The book I had my Media History students read during the 2022-23 year. They loved it - and the show as well, since I brought video.) Tom Smothers, one of the most important figures in American television comedy, passed away today after a brief illness. He was 86. I don't think I am overstating … Continue reading Rest in peace, Tom Smothers: The Smothers Brothers, “My Old Man” (1963)