Known as the serious half of one of the greatest comedy duos of our time, Dick Smothers is as fascinating as the show he and his brother are revered for. 

The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was never expected to succeed. It wasn't even expected to survive! It was placed on the schedule against Bonanza, the number one show in the nation. They didn't just survive, they thrived! 

They never started out to be the beacons for free speech and political consciousness, but they sure got there in a hurry! The series helped launch the career of writer Steve Martin. It gave exposure to musical acts like The Doors, Joan Baez, Buffalo Springfield, Jefferson Airplane, Pete Seeger and The Who.

Today, the Smothers Brothers still tour and play to sold out houses. Their contributions to the entertainment world have resulted in a number of honors and accolades. 

Both Dick and Tom pursue their personal interests with the same fervor as their work. Dick is an avid cycler and is also a practicioner of yoga. Even on the road he sticks to a rigorous workout schedule. And the man loves to cook! Dick enjoys creating dishes that are as healthy as they are delicious. 

Listen to this interview with Dick and you'll see why the Smothers Brothers have been described as comic treasures, geniuses, rare, original and peerless. Above all else, Tom and Dick are American classics!