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S5·E148 Richard Simmons, Beau Jaques and the Zydeco Highrollers

Episode
Season 5, Episode 148
Air Date
May 15, 1998
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired May 15, 1998
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Synopsis

Continuing a sweeps period trend of having the audience represent a different city, Dave greets 700+ residents of New Orleans, Louisiana. Keeping up with the theme, Mayor Mark Morial presents Paul with a key to the city, Na'lens native John Goodman presents the Top Ten, and Biff visits Bourbon Street.

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Episode recap

The 148th episode of the fifth season of Late Show with David Letterman features a special audience from New Orleans, Louisiana. The show is attended by over 700 residents of the city. In keeping with the New Orleans theme, the mayor of the city presents a key to the city to a guest on the show. John Goodman, a native of the city, presents the Top Ten list. The show also features a visit to Bourbon Street by a guest. Richard Simmons, a fitness instructor, appears as a guest on the show. Beau Jaques and the Zydeco Highrollers, a musical group, perform on the show.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 148 of Late Show with David Letterman air?

Season 5, Episode 148 ('Richard Simmons, Beau Jaques and the Zydeco Highrollers') originally aired on May 15, 1998.

How long is Season 5 Episode 148 ('Richard Simmons, Beau Jaques and the Zydeco Highrollers')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Late Show with David Letterman.

What happens in Late Show with David Letterman Season 5 Episode 148?

Continuing a sweeps period trend of having the audience represent a different city, Dave greets 700+ residents of New Orleans, Louisiana. Keeping up with the theme, Mayor Mark Morial presents Paul with a key to the city, Na'lens native John Goodman presents the Top Ten, and Biff visits Bourbon Stre...

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