Bonus Video! The Mystery of the Ellen DeGeneres Robot (Patreon)
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Hello there! In this week's bonus video, we're exploring the SUPER bizarre saga of the animatronic robot that Disney built in the 90s to promote both ABC sitcoms and the Exxon oil company. Why does it look SO terrible? I think I have the answer! And! I've got a cute story from Norman Lear, and a rather sweet moment from an Ellen standup special.
Also! I'm livestreaming every Sunday, come join me at noon pacific here: https://twitch.tv/mattbaume
Here's the latest details and dates for my book & live appearances: http://gaysitcoms.com/
You can read the introduction to my book for free here: https://www.them.us/story/how-sitcoms-helped-shape-queer-history
And here's the Disney collector who has (what's left of) the Ellen robot today: https://youtu.be/Cy0YSvasE-o