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As television gained popularity in the mid-20th century, so too did the talk show: a holdover from the radio era that offered the masses access to celebrities, thought-provoking discussions on social issues, and more.

Over the last seven decades or so, charismatic hosts have weathered (or initiated) their fair share of high-shock-value moments—and they’ve done it with an audience that sometimes numbers in the millions.

From Oprah’s meme-able car giveaway to Geraldo Rivera’s broken nose, here are 20 unforgettable incidents from the annals of American talk show history.

1. When Oprah Gave Everyone a Car

On September 13, 2004, Oprah kicked off season 19 of her show by staging what might have been the most benevolent fake-out of all time.

After surprising a handful of audience members with free Pontiac G6s, the remaining spectators were each given a wrapped box and told that one contained keys to yet another free Pontiac G6. The room then devolved into one happy mass meltdown as everyone—all of whom had been chosen to attend that day be

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