055 The Rick Scheckman Tribute Episode

In this unique episode of The Letterman Podcast, we pay tribute our good friend and OG Letterman staffer Rick ‘Shecky’ Scheckman, who tragically passed away on March 10, 2023. Mike uses this opportunity to share behind the scenes stories of how he and Rick became friends, the things they bonded over, and how essential Rick was, and will forever be, to this program. Hopefully we will be able to bring you another episode in the future containing many of Rick’s former staff-mates and friends telling fond stories about him as well, but at the time of this recording Rick’s passing was so fresh, and many were not ready to do that. This episode begins with footage of Rick and Mike on broadcast legend Alex Bennett's pop up internet show mere days before the events leading to Rick being hospitalized. The end of the episode features a short video created by Don Giller in honor of Rick. The soundtrack chosen for that tribute was a spot on perfect musical representation of what brought Shecky joy.   This episode of The Letterman Podcast is dedicated to Randi, Stephen, Lori, Bennett, Marjorie, Don, Barbara, Walter, Kathy, Rebecca, and every family member and friend lucky enough to know Rick. Enjoy every sandwich folks.  Speaking of sandwich's, this and every episode of The Letterman Podcast is brought to you by Rupert Jee and the Hello Deli. Go to Hello-deli.com to find official Late Show with David Letterman merchandise and much more. If you are in the New York City area, pop in and give Rupert a hearty hello and have a great soup and sandwich experience. And when you do, tell him Shecky sent ya.