On March 5, 1977, George Carlin's stand-up concert at the University of Southern California became the first of his thus-far 12 HBO specials. This performance showcases his unique role as America's first counter-culture comedian, and his distinct ability to hold society's hypocrisies and idiocies up to the light.he routines include: Old Folks & Kids, Dogs & Cats #1, Newscast #1, and Names.