From 1999 to 2004-ish, I was one of the contributing writers for Garrison Keillor's renowned radio show "A Prairie Home Companion." I learned a lot of things there, mostly how to spell 'prairie." It was a solid gig and I'm proud of my work there. But, like any other job, there were...things...
There used to be time you couldn't legally bet on sporting events; just ask Pete Rose. Frankly, I totally forgot about this sketch, but my goodness, how foretelling is this? 2005! The entertainment business was having issues with online fans thinking they were part of the business because they were the audience. So, what would happen if sports people wanted to get "more involved?" They don't have the skills, but they have cash! Pity it didn't get picked. It would have nice to have this up somewhere proving I did it first.
Bettors League of American
GK: And now a word from one of our sponsors.
ANNOUNCER: Do you like sports, but don't have the skill or talent to participate?
MAN: I'll say!
ANNOUNCER: Do you wish you could get swept up in team spirit even though you don't fully understand the sport?
MAN: True, that!
ANNOUNCER: Then you need to place a bet. Yes, nothing can get you more involved in a team's success or failure then putting your hard earned money at risk on the outcome. Betting is a great way to get involved, meet new people, break out of your rut and experience that rush of adrenalin without breaking a sweat. Yes, betting makes you part of the team!
MAN: I'm going out and make a bet today! Can you loan me twenty dollars?
GK: This message brought to you by the Bettors League of America. "Are we a good league? You bet!"
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ANNOUNCER: Do you like sports, but don't have the skill or talent to participate?
MAN: I'll say!
ANNOUNCER: Do you wish you could get swept up in team spirit even though you don't fully understand the sport?
MAN: True, that!
ANNOUNCER: Then you need to place a bet. Yes, nothing can get you more involved in a team's success or failure then putting your hard earned money at risk on the outcome. Betting is a great way to get involved, meet new people, break out of your rut and experience that rush of adrenalin without breaking a sweat. Yes, betting makes you part of the team!
MAN: I'm going out and make a bet today! Can you loan me twenty dollars?
GK: This message brought to you by the Bettors League of America. "Are we a good league? You bet!"
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