Huell Howser visits the Bagdad Cafe.

If I have posted too much video, please let me know and I'll take it down.
This is my favorite part from an absolute classic Road Trip.
The unexpected intrusion, the interesting locals, and the over-the-phone interview which finally provides an answer to his speculation about the significance of the painting on the wall !
Adam Carolla once claimed that Huell's van could break down in the driveway on his way to filming a show,.... and Huell would still find enough to film and talk about to make the 1 hour show.
This episode confirms that statement.
This segment was actually the most eventful part of the Newberry Springs episode. The whole show is gold !
I recommend you buy the complete video or look out for it on TV.
www.calgold.com...

[@Luffy55555]

Huell is a master of the interviewing practice. In this video, everyone around him is giving him NOTHING, but he still manages to keep us all watching. What talent!

[@Danimal1577]

This will go down as one of the greatest moments on television history.

[@McSquiggins]

He shook that dude's hand for a full 30 seconds.

[@6lack_5parrow]

Huell makes "California Gold" out of any situation. He's a master. "I'm a real general, not a fuck up." - Brilliant. One of the best quotes ever. Not to mention, "Burt Lancaster's never been here." I think I'll start randomly saying that. The big guy in the blue shirt is rad too. Thanks for the upload!

[@thecrappin]

-Your a resident of Newberry Springs? -Im a resident of the world -Oh, wooow

[@Danimal1577]

Huell just gets up and walks away lol. You can tell for a sec Huell’s thinking “This guy’s nuts” then moves on. Was pretty slick about it

[@punchline43]

@@Danimal1577 Well the old guy did say he was 98. And not a "fukkup" 😆

[@ecurb962]

One of my favorite episodes, this entire situation is just....odd.

[@xaviergonzalez9549]

Bruce Forrest the phone call was hilarious 😂

[@seanmichael7714]

Dude! So uncomfortable! LMFAO

[@seanmichael7714]

Tell us about this place... we're burning up tape here! WTF LMFAO

[@Trainy2]

The long awkward handshake with the cook there was my favorite part.

[@neilchair]

"We got ostrich, buffalo... uh, everything that's on the menu." Love it!

[@enomiriamjpg]

i just love how long he holds the guy's hand while he's on the phone..

[@jago76]

I'd like to hear more from the General!

[@Misterz3r0]

He's a resident of the world.

[@chrisvalentine9735]

He’s a real General not a fuckup

[@ecurb962]

"There's plenty of quiet in Newberry Springs" he says, yelling the entire time he was there.

[@seanmichael7714]

Now tell us about this place! We're burning up tape here! LMFAO

[@BPoweredLove]

Yep. Quiet until Huell brought his loud, obnoxious hillbilly ass there.

[@chriscosentino3057]

I would have never heard of Huell Howser if not for Carolla. Thanks Adam!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

HAH

[@briananoriega]

Damn...he fired Ray!

[@bobs1474]

He played this on the show again today

[@seanmichael7714]

I'm listening to it on ACS right now LOL

[@seanmichael7714]

I think Billy Bob Thornton would play a good huell Howser LMAO

[@Trax0r1]

Adam Carolla brought me here.

[@goober1973]

Trax0r1 me too

[@ShaithMaster]

1:58 "I didn't either, they just showed up..." LOLOLOL

[@Johnson00078]

This is my favorite KZbin video of all time.

[@MangoHombre]

I had the privilege to meet Huell once when he was doing a story on some to-do in Redlands, California. Very warm and genuine. He was just as enthusiastic about everything as he was when he was on camera. I asked him about a story he did about the "Bridge to Nowhere" in San Gabriel Canyon. I had hiked the 4 1/2 miles to get there a few years before. I asked him if he had helicoptered in. He said "Oh, GOODness NO! We'all WALKED!" The way he said it was 100% Huell. You will never be forgotten.

[@alejandroza79]

Are you kidding?? I wish this video had no end.

[@Spiritualchick82]

Huell is awesome. He makes any topic seem interesting.

[@anitahamlin2411]

Oh, only Huell could make a negative into a positive with such ease and grace. He had such a positive vibe!

[@remogaggi82]

The most awkward 8 minutes on the history of earth.

[@gbshaun]

@Luffy55555 I like how, upon hearing "I'm a resident of the world....." Huell suddenly realizes what he's dealing with with the "General". Then, later on (3:29) he totally ignores the General's instruction to read the guest book. Classic show.

[@janterrirocks]

This is truly the mother of all Huell clips!

[@soda4]

Thanks so much for posting this. Many nights visiting my Grandpa on Saturday nights we would always tune in KCET. Grandpa's gone and now a part of my relationship with him is gone. Huell now has the perfect view of California's Gold from his perch in heaven. God Bless Huell Howser's soul.

[@greenbeaverfilms]

My favorite line: 5:31 - "So you pull over on old route 66 off the 40 freeway and spend the morning in the Bagdad Cafe?" "Well, long enough to eat". I also like how the cook leans back as far away from Huell as possible.

[@cschmelzer83]

"and i'm a real general, not a fuck up!" that's gold

[@dusterdude238]

a friend and I stopped in at the Bag Dad several years ago, on Our way out to visit his cousin in Needles Ca. I had the ostrich Burger and my friend had the buffalo burger. I met General Bob too. say,wheres "Terry" in this video? he was working the counter at the time. my friend asked him where they kept the ostriches, and Terry kidded with him and told him "Oh their out back" LOL. he was cool and a real character. Terry seemed to have psychic ability's also. after talking to the General for a few seconds, I was thinking to my self, that the general was [ umm how can I say this nicely?] "a little more Odd then Even"? and terry piped up that he "didn't like the things I was thinking about the General, that he was his friend and a regular" I was tripped out! Terry agreed to participate in a kind of impromptu psychic test. I drew figures on napkins and had terry concentrate on the back of each napkin as to which figures were on the front. He got 8 out of ten correct! I told him he has a true Gift, with these abilities. and that he was a very strong sender, and that I also had a gift of being a receiver, [the ability to pick up on people's emotions and sometimes but rarely thoughts ] I was shocked when I heard Mr Howser Had passed. he is sorely missed:(

[@MissFormosa]

Absolutely Priceless!

[@Aright231]

I realize just how special Huell was. I mean, with his build and personality, he could have pursued more lucrative and selfish means of employment, but instead he saw the American Dream in the nooks and crannies of Cali. 7:20-7:40: that laugh represents the joy he found in discovering CA and sharing it with us. Three generations of my family enjoyed his programs and will continue to relate to his enthusiasm for our home state. RIP Huell Howser!

[@scojo1382]

RIP Huell. Thanks for the laughs and some sincerely interesting information.

[@jec3791]

I just can't believe this actually aired.

[@erjo2567]

Hardly any editing

[@rocier]

I can't believe they showed this on TV!!

[@bootska]

Adam Carolla brings me here about once a year.

[@akousma]

I've been looking for this on e forever. THanks so much for posting it!

[@Rob_Kates]

Adam Carolla got a kick out of this guy. He joked about how Huell just showed up, with no notice, and he expected everyone to be glad to chat with him.

[@downsouthhustlin]

the guys says "read this (pointing to the guestbook) this man's 85 and this man's 82. Read what they're leaving to the world" and then Huell goes straight to reading the menu.

[@pattiescats]

Much Love For Andre And The Cafe, If You Don't Know Her ' Don't Judge Her, Spent much time there and LOVED every second of it. she would give you the shirt off her back for anyone in need and DID

[@ZachFromDetroit]

This is straight GOLD

[@DANIELCARROL]

That was uncomfortable, but I loved it!

[@saskrotch]

haha i like how huell shakes the one dudes hand for at least 25 seconds straight

[@gbshaun]

Thanks Jon, yes all classic HH moments!

[@CookedOutsider]

“We got ostreech, buffalo..um…everything that’s on the menuuu..”

[@charged04]

This absolute gold. He totally dissed "Bob" @ 5:10...haha...I think "Bob" was the cajun guy in The Waterboy movie....hahaha

[@the916]

"The General" has to get his own show! LMAO!

[@theboundless1]

Carolla wasn't lying at all. that was tough to watch.

[@robstelcraws007]

Forever missed. PBS, California, all of us won't be the same without you!

[@socalguy24]

This is awesome, thanks Carolla!

[@forgotten_radio]

"Ostrich, Buffalo.... everything that's on the menu."

[@westy40]

Gotta love huell! lol He can spend an hour talking about a pebble and tell you how fascinating it is lol

[@migitymock]

I wonder if they serve Mangria there?

[@PC3900]

Loves me some Huell!

[@guddagudda420]

BURT LANCASTER

[@2403328]

i grew up there. It use to be called the sidewinder cafe. my mom actually use to work there. Pam and Tommy stopped by on their way to havisu, when they made the famous video. my brother was a dishwasher there when they stopped by. he got their autograph. He also said that tommy was a pretty cool guy and pam was acting like a beotch

[@dave9351]

Remember folks, this isn't Mississippi, this is California :) "Am I on TV ?" Classic !

[@Batz5150]

Huell is the man! No one powers through this kinda of journalistic chaos like this man. My eternal respects!

[@spykatt]

You know when a video opens with a giant, growling man who looks like he is about to attack, it is going to be legendary!

[@EnzoTheBaker]

For anyone who's seen "Cars", this town is probably what it was based on.

[@Trax0r1]

Thumbs-up if you only know who this guy is because of Adam Carolla and Dana Gould. That's Amazing!

[@Danimal1577]

Rest In Peace Huell. We'll miss you buddy.

[@thefancyray]

I lived in L.A. for 5 years and I ALWAYS enjoy Huell Howser - this video is simply WONDERFUL, Funny and it made me LAUGH more than once!!!

[@AyanamiSportswear]

''Before you sign, READ!'' - Gen. Bob (still active)

[@L33tP1ckL]

'...The unexpected intrusion, the interesting locals, and the over-the-phone interview which finally provides an answer to his speculation about the significance of the painting on the wall !' So perfectly said! This is an absolutely hilarious video (one of the funniest I have ever seen) of a real favorite of mine Huell Howser. Thanx for sharing.

[@38Noles]

I never thought I'd say this, but this clip is actually nuttier than Carolla made it out to be. Perhaps the first thing Adam has ever undersold.

[@subson23]

Huell is truly the Michael Scott of PBS... bring on the awkwardness!!

[@EstebanRuizOrcaOrkestar]

I love me some HUELL

[@hihello1979]

I am a huge fan of the movie " Cafe Bagdad" and always wanted to visit the actual cafe someday. Hopefully, it is still open until getting to visit!

[@wandering_heart]

"WELL THAT'S OK WE LIKE IT QUIET! HUH HUH HUH!" 🤣😂 read the roooooom, guy.

[@desertdefender]

25-second handshake starts at 1:49. LOL

[@seanmichael7714]

They should do an independent film about huell Howser and the show and other things surrounding it and have Billy Bob Thornton play the part of huell and recreate this scene at some point in the movie that would be so awesome! LOL there would be scenes where he would just be showing up at places without calling ahead of time and just start interviewing people RFLMAO I'd watch that :-) rest in peace Mr Houser :-)

[@dalewhetton115]

Adam Corolla brought me here.

[@GothGuy885]

my friend and I stopped into the Bagdad Cafe on our way to Needles Ca, many years ago, met General Bob, he was a trip. wondering where their cook [ forget his name ] was in the vid? he was a cook at that time, very nice guy. I had the ostrich Burger ,he cooked it to order with his "secret ingredient" it smelt and tasted delicious. 😋he even sat in my seat at the counter and held it for me while I went to the restroom my friend had the Buffalo burger. loved this place 😀👍 Thanks Loved your ostrich burger" smelt and tasted Great!

[@thegreatupheaval]

gold. Thanks ace.

[@kenrhino7904]

"What's your name?" "Huell Howser." 🤣🤣🤣

[@punchline43]

Well the guy didn't even know who Burt Lancaster was, so.

[@SteinbeckCountry]

5:07 !! (clapping) I COME IN HERE ALL THE TIME I HAVE MY COFFEE BLAH BLAH........... -- Huell just ignores him! hahaaa!!

[@hemibrown]

That is classic! Thanks for posting.

[@bomahker]

its impossible to post too much huell

[@ThatYankeesBlog]

I'm a resident of the world.

[@Captaindavevideos]

I like how he's gotta get to the bottom of the Burt Lancaster picture, then finds out the "they just hung it up".

[@thatzombieplace]

RIP! THE GREAT HUELL HOWSER!

[@thecrappin]

HOW YA DOING SIR MY NAME IS BOOOOOOOOB!

[@erjo2567]

The guy with the gruff voice is my favorite.

[@robinshepard4571]

I ♥️ 💪 that Man Huell Howser Forever ❤️♾️☝️

[@RDL2424]

Classic exchange: Huell: "General Bob?" Bob: "I'm a real General, not a fuck up." Huell: "Really? From the war?" Bob: "I'm still active!...at 98." Huell: "You're a resident of Newberry Springs?" Bob: "I'm a resident of the world." Huell: "Oh.....wow." (walks off...)

[@guslevy3506]

Less than 30 seconds in and I’m fully broke. The owner and Huell would make Liberace blush given how eccentric they are…

[@sclogse1]

THis is hilarious. Huell is great. In the 60's you could get a lot more local programming running by the seat of their pants. Always the best. GO Huell!

[@eldo500]

This one is so epic!

[@acs1789]

"I'm a real general not a fuck up" at 0:46. LOL. I guess on PBS, you're allowed to say that without being censored.

[@googaliegoo]

Help me. I can't look away.

[@neogeon]

Joel McHale needs to find out about this show, The Soup would turn into a 30 minute recap of Huell Howser.

[@bythesea4ever2010]

I enjoyed watching Mr:Houser shows for long years and I never got tired of it. RIP Huell Howser and thak God for the reruns.

[@2403328]

If you guys have ever hear of the book "the folsom wolf" gregg marlow and cindy caufman.... they were staying this town for a while, in a house off of fairview rd. it just happend to be the house where i llived.. i was about 8 at the time

[@edcook9747]

I have a Huell Howser map of california that shows every place he visited. Normal state map size with Huell Points. Little by little getting to them. Great Map and keepsake!

[@1yotube]

where can I find that Map?

[@edcook9747]

@@1yotube sorry, just saw this. My Mom gave me the map maybe five years ago. Don’t know if it’s available anywhere now. I don’t know where she got it? Sorry, I am no help☹️

[@1yotube]

@@edcook9747 can you please take a picture of it and send it to my email address? Thanks

[@fakeascanbe423]

Huell is a gem

[@Hoodhistorian562]

lol the ACE MAN always talks about this ep lol i saw this on ch 28 (KECT) back when it was first aired lol i was a kid watching this shit ..I LOVE IT !!!

[@bogkitchen]

This is amazing. It's almost a textbook in how not to interview, how not to produce and how not to edit. This is stunning...

[@HabeasJ]

Anxiety fears huell

[@scojo1382]

On his radio show, Adam Carolla used to do recaps of Huell with the comedian Dana Gould, who does a REALLY creepy impression Huell Howser. Joel McHale was on Adam's show A LOT, so he probably knows something already!

[@tombstonetom]

They really made you work Huell. I always wondered how many of your vids went like this. Very funny.

[@trueword247]

Adam Carolla brought me here!

[@graveeverystep]

love it... now I'm going to have to include this cafe in my trek across the US trip! ... I want to meet the "General", think he has some interesting stories to tell...

[@6663000]

"I'm a real general not a fuck up".... how did that make it on PBS! ...or am I hearing it wrong?

[@jessemunson1352]

Behold: Gold.