Mon. 8/4 Big Show Synopsis

Hey, how's it goin'? Did you *have* a good weekend? Mine was OK. Here we go ...

*THE MONOLOGUE*
We did *not* have the early commercial break format.

*DESK CHAT HIGHLIGHTS*
All night long, out on 53rd Street, we had diving dogs. It was part of the Purina 'Incredible Dog Challenge.' Three dog's participated. The winner: Seven, a German shorthaired pointer, coming in at a distance of 26 feet, 3 inches. This was a lot of fun. My dog Buddy is a *jumping dog*, you know. He's a high-flying Buddy.

We took a look at the new *People* magazine, featuring Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie (and their new twins) on the cover. On the inside of the magazine is a picture of Brad & Angelina -- or 'Brangelina,' as I (et al.) refer to them -- with *all* of their kids. Wow, that's a lot of kids.

Last night's broadcast was interrupted by a CBS News 'Special Report.' It was interrupted by *several* CBS News 'Special Reports,' actually. (Brett Favre canceled his comeback and he announced his retirement. Then he decided to make *another* comeback. Then he retired *again* and, while retiring, he *un*-retired, but then he retired. Again. And this was just during the course of last night's Show!)

Dave did his silent 'call me' thing again. He's done this several nights in a row. Paul wondered what that's all about. Dave told him he'd tell him later.

We had another edition of 'Chris & Gerry's Tips for Green Living.' I liked the graphic shot of Chris' blowing of chunks. It kind of resembled a steady stream of Diet Mountain Dew, actually.

Dave invented-discovered a new 'thing' to do with his pencils. (Dave: "Hey, quick. I got something. Somebody call Mattel.")

Before going to the break, we took a look at an installment of 'Great Moments in Presidential Speeches.' After the break, we had a TTL: 'Things Overheard at Barack Obama's Birthday Party.'

A little later, we were paid a return visit by Shell Oil CEO Jim Keyes. Mr. Keyes was formerly the president of 7-Eleven Corporation. Mr. Keyes says Shell's previous free gas promotion had a great response. Two months ago, over 2 million Shell customers got free tanks of gas, "all thanks to the generosity of that man right there, David Letterman." Unfortunately, gas prices keep going up. Well, once again, it's Dave Letterman & Shell to the rescue, "with a new promotion that's sure to rev your engine." All this weekend at participating Shell stations, just say, 'I'm tired of expensive gas,' and you'll get up to 20 gallons of free gas! You'll also get a free compact spare tire. Plus, you'll be entered into a drawing for their grand prize -- 4 front-row tickets to see Lil Wayne at Jones Beach, where you'll get to go backstage and 'rock out.' Thanks to Dave and Shell, this summer "is going to be a gas. Am I right?" So visit your participating Shell station this weekend and say, 'I'm tired of expensive gas.' 'Hip-hop on over,' and he'll see you at Shell! There he goes. Paul wonders if that's really the CEO of Shell Oil. Dave says he's checking on that. Yeah, he thinks that's the guy who was at the recent Congressional hearing. That must be him.

*SETH ROGEN*
He did indeed have a good water jumping form. The film is "Pineapple Express." It opens this Wednesday, August 6.

*FLEET FOXES*
I thought this was an interesting performance. It lost some steam before the end, but overall I liked it. The album is self-titled. I think Helen may -- *may* -- have even listened to the entire thing. I know I'm going out on a limb here. That's just the kind of guy I am.

*MISCELLANEOUS MEANDERING*
What's happenin', people? I think I've come up with a new personal philosophy on life -- a new 'life philosophy,' if you will. Are you ready? Here it is. My new life philosophy: Expect the worst; be pleasantly surprised, most of the time. What do you think?

That's all I got.

Have a good Tuesday, people.

Later ...

Brady
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