The Bob Newhart Show (1972-1978)

Blues For Mr. Borden (Season 2, Episode 12)

Swinger Howard Borden suffers a bad case of blues when his young son tells him about his marvelous new "uncle" who seems to have taken up permanent residence with Howard's ex-wife. 25:07 minutes.

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