We teach reading, writing and math by [having students do] them. But we teach democracy by lecture.

My first job was at a Chicago night club called Mr. Kelly's.

The Steve Allen Sunday night show had the right to two options after my first performance.

I was an actor before becoming a comedian.

We teach reading, writing and math by [having students do] them. But we teach democracy by lecture.

The most unusual salesman I ever met is a fellow who made a modest fortune purveying lightning rods. But he suddenly lost interest in his work. He got caught in a storm with a bunch of samples in his arms.

Incidentally, I'm still looking for acting work, my first love.