Remembering Uncle Floyd Vivino

In this bonus episode, Johnny Mac pays tribute to Floyd Vivino, better known as Uncle Floyd, who passed away at 74.

Vivino was a local TV legend in the New York and New Jersey area, having launched 'The Uncle Floyd Show' in 1974. Known for its low-budget charm, vivid characters, puppetry, and musical guests like The Ramones and Blondie, the show became an underground hit. J

ohnny Mac shares his personal experiences with Floyd, recounts the humorous and absurdist style of the show, and discusses its cultural impact, even catching the admiration of David Bowie.

Vivino also hosted various radio shows and continued to entertain well into the 2000s.

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