Howie Mandel

Howie Mandel somehow manages to be both hilarious and heartfelt without even trying.

An episode of the The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos Audio Podcast podcast, hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos, titled "Howie Mandel" was published on August 3, 2009 and runs 5 minutes.

August 3, 2009 ·5m · The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos Audio Podcast

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Summary

Howie Mandel broke into show business in the early 80's. Growing up in Toronto he was a notorious 'class clown - who pulled a few pranks in high school - and got expelled. By the time he was 24, he was in the carpet business. Then, in 1979 - during a business trip to Los Angeles - Howie's life took a huge turn. He and some friends went to the legendary club - "The Comedy Store."nIt was amateur night and Howie's friends convinced him to get on stage. Well, a producer was in the audience, liked Howie's routine and booked him for a TV appearance. Next thing ya know, Howie was opening for Diana Ross in Vegas and a star on 'St. Elsewhere.' Then in 2005, Howie hit it big again with 'Deal or No Deal.' Now he's back with a new show called 'Howie Do It'. It goes back to one of his first loves - pranks and practical jokes.

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Howie Mandel broke into show business in the early 80's. Growing up in Toronto he was a notorious 'class clown - who pulled a few pranks in high school - and got expelled. By the time he was 24, he was in the carpet business. Then, in 1979 - during a business trip to Los Angeles - Howie's life took a huge turn. He and some friends went to the legendary club - "The Comedy Store."nIt was amateur night and Howie's friends convinced him to get on stage. Well, a producer was in the audience, liked Howie's routine and booked him for a TV appearance. Next thing ya know, Howie was opening for Diana Ross in Vegas and a star on 'St. Elsewhere.' Then in 2005, Howie hit it big again with 'Deal or No Deal.' Now he's back with a new show called 'Howie Do It'. It goes back to one of his first loves - pranks and practical jokes.

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