as opposed to sam kinison the man. you never been married? [ laughs ] what's your name? michael? well, michael, if you ever think about getting married, if you ever think you've met the right woman, you want to settle down, change your life, will you do me a favor, mike? remember this face. [ screams ] [ laughter ] maron: it was really the expression of the heartbroken man. we hold a lot of stuff in because we're civilized people, and we're trying to do the right thing, but there's a lot that goes on emotionally that we can't express. and to have that little monster put it out there like that... great. it's like a relief valve. nesteroff: sam did not care if the audience hated him and would even bait them, you know. he would almost challenge them to leave if they didn't like it. and when you don't care, that's frequently when you get the best results. dangerfield: very seldom someone comes along who's unusually different and gifted and creative and presents something that's unusual.