The Case of Pee-wee Herman v. Ernest P. Worrell

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Written By Jamie Fenderson

In this, nerdiest versus episode of The 80s and 90s Uncensored, the guys take sides. Jamie makes a case for why Pee-wee Herman is the better character, while Milo defends Ernest P. Worrell. Who would win in a cage match or survive in the woods? Tune in to find out. 

 

Gee I'm Glad It's Raining by Earnest P. Worrell

 
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Jamie Fenderson

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