Robin Williams
Roots People
Now it's time for a brief 'Reader's Digest' condensed version of 'Roots.' 'Roots.' Getting applause just for saying—
('Roots' people!)
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Now… A brief cultural piece now. A 'Reader Di—' 'Reader—' Hold on, rented lips. A brief cultural piece entitled "'Reader's Digest' Condensed Version Book of 'Roots'."
(sing-song gibberish) Float, float on. (continued sing-song gibberish)
"Mama, those two Bob's unc—" (chokes)
(sing-song gibberish)
"Kiss it, girl. Make me a daiquiri."
"Yes, miss Loli." (sneezes)
"Look here, Alex. There you have Kuntaquinte. Your aunt Kizzy. Over here, the Supremes. Look."
"Finally. Chicken George. My father. I found you, Fred Silverman! I found you!"
(sing-song) Hare Krishna… (normal) Excuse me, please. Thank you. But Hare Krishna, Hairy Lama. Hairy Lama… Hare Krishna, Hairy Lama. Hairy Lama, Hare Krishna