Norm Macdonald - Kojak & Prostitutes

Summary

In this nostalgic TV show excerpt, Telly Savalas' character Kojak mentors a fresh police academy graduate, Crocker, played by Kevin Dobson. As they investigate a series of murders involving prostitutes, Crocker's naivety is highlighted when he mistakenly identifies a victim as innocent. Kojak, with his worldly experience, humorously corrects him, revealing the victim's true occupation with a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the streets.

Takeaways

• 📺 The script is a discussion about the old TV show 'Kojak' featuring Telly Savalas.
• 🍭 Telly Savalas' character, Kojak, is known for always having a lollipop.
• 👮‍♂️ The episode mentioned is about Crocker's first day, played by Kevin Dobson, who is fresh out of the police academy.
• 🌱 Crocker is described as 'green', indicating his inexperience in police work.
• 🕵️‍♂️ Kojak is portrayed as a seasoned detective who has seen it all and knows everything.
• 🔍 The plot involves a series of murders of prostitutes, which is the central mystery of the episode.
• 👵 Crocker is tasked with gathering information from the mother of one of the victims.
• 🤔 After talking to the mother, Crocker mistakenly believes the victim was not a prostitute but a 'good girl'.
• 🍭 Kojak humorously uses his lollipop to emphasize his point about the victim's true profession.
• 🎉 The phrase 'Mama's apple pie, the Fourth of July' is used by Kojak to sarcastically agree with Crocker before revealing the truth.
• 🕊️ The term 'HOOKA' is a playful and coded way Kojak uses to reveal the victim was indeed a prostitute.

Q & A

What is the name of the TV show being discussed in the transcript?

The TV show being discussed is 'Kojak', featuring Telly Savalas.

Who played the character of Crocker in the pilot episode of Kojak?

Kevin Dobson played the character of Crocker in the pilot episode.

What was Crocker's background according to the script?

Crocker was just out of the police academy and was considered green, meaning inexperienced.

What was the situation that Crocker was tasked to investigate in the script?

Crocker was tasked to investigate a series of murders involving prostitutes.

What was Crocker's initial conclusion after talking to the mother of one of the victims?

Crocker concluded that the victim was not a prostitute but a good girl.

How did Kojak respond to Crocker's conclusion about the victim?

Kojak sarcastically agreed with Crocker, implying that despite what the mother said, the victim was indeed a prostitute.

What is the significance of the lollipop that Kojak has?

The lollipop is a signature characteristic of Kojak, symbolizing his unique style and personality.

What phrase did Kojak use to sarcastically agree with Crocker's conclusion?

Kojak used the phrase 'Yep. She was a good girl. Mama's apple pie. the fourth of July.' to sarcastically agree.

What does the term 'Mama's apple pie' imply in the context of the script?

The term 'Mama's apple pie' is used to suggest an idealized, innocent image of the victim, contrasting with the reality of her being a prostitute.

What is the term Kojak uses to refer to the victim after Crocker's report?

Kojak refers to the victim as a 'HOOKA', which is a slang term for a prostitute.

What does the interaction between Kojak and Crocker reveal about their relationship?

The interaction reveals a mentor-mentee relationship where Kojak, the experienced detective, guides the naive and inexperienced Crocker.

How does the script depict the contrast between Kojak's experience and Crocker's inexperience?

The script depicts this contrast through their handling of the investigation and their perspectives on the victim's background, with Kojak being more cynical and Crocker being more trusting.