I don't know whether to be proud or embarrassed that, at 48, I can still give voice to the pretty passable Swedish Chef imitation I did when I enjoyed this show in my youth, though the voice itself has gotten a bit deeper and raspier. Everyone has to have a skill I guess. I wouldn't suggest demonstrating it while interviewing at some of the more prestigious colleges...
That was a hoot! I called my three kids over to watch on my laptop and they just about bust a gut they were laughing so hard.
And that reminded me of my all-time favorite Swedish Chef episode, which should serve as a warning to all vegans:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9szl4npVQM
Yes, it is very sad that we all can remember lines from The Muppet Show after 35 years. But I suppose those brain cells had to be used for SOMETHING...
How much do I love the Swedish Chef!
ReplyDeleteI don't know whether to be proud or embarrassed that, at 48, I can still give voice to the pretty passable Swedish Chef imitation I did when I enjoyed this show in my youth, though the voice itself has gotten a bit deeper and raspier. Everyone has to have a skill I guess. I wouldn't suggest demonstrating it while interviewing at some of the more prestigious colleges...
ReplyDeleteJeff - Tucson
Big Muppet fans, here. "I am not a shrimp; I am a King PRAWN!!"
ReplyDeleteBirdy
Jeff, don't feel bad, I am almost 66 and can still do both the Sveedish chef AND the Count!
ReplyDeleteI gave up on them when big bird turned into a progressive. :-(
Terry
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That was a hoot! I called my three kids over to watch on my laptop and they just about bust a gut they were laughing so hard.
ReplyDeleteAnd that reminded me of my all-time favorite Swedish Chef episode, which should serve as a warning to all vegans:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9szl4npVQM
Yes, it is very sad that we all can remember lines from The Muppet Show after 35 years. But I suppose those brain cells had to be used for SOMETHING...