FYI: The Murphy Brown Podcast
157 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 69 ratingsJoin Lauren and Jesi as they re-watch their hero, Murphy Brown, navigate the waters of journalistic integrity and female empowerment, discussing 1990s nostalgia and the glaring relevance this show still has in our culture today. Plus, interviews with the cast and creators!
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Episodes
2.05: Miles' Big Adventure
May 14, 2019 02:25 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBThe gals are here to discuss Episode 5 of Season 2: “Miles’ Big Adventure” by Tom Seeley and Norm Gunzenhauser (former guest of the pod!) Topics include: The best way to pack for a trip, special guest star Yeardley Smith (“The Simpsons”) pre-Lisa Simpson career, and the building of Murphy and Miles relationship. Also, Jesi brings us a real-life story from the 1980s that may have loosely inspired a major plot point of the episode!
2.4: TV or Not TV
April 29, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBBrush up your Murphy Brown… “Start learning her now!” Yes, it’s the fourth episode of Season 2: “TV or Not TV.” Learn the interesting backstory on what inspired this epic meta episode direct from the writer as well as sidebars on Emmy nominated (for this role) guest star Morgan Fairchild ("Friends", "Roseanne", "Dallas") and special guest star Connie Chung. Check out our website for extra info on this episode including Connie Chung talking about her appearance on the episode!
2.03: The Memo That Got Away
April 01, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBThe gals and the FYI gang start saying goodbye to the 1980s as the pod talks 80’s highlights and memories referenced in this week’s episode written by Sy Dukane & Denise Moss (Frasier, Roseanne). Topics include: Journalistic integrity, the history of Redbook, and the real-life stolen memo that inspired this episode’s plot! Check out show notes for extra info (under episodes!) And to join our Patreon or donate to the pod! www.murphybrownpod.com Rate and review us on iTunes!
Interview: Mary Pat Gleason (Season 1 Guest Star)
March 18, 2019 04:00 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBInterview: Mary Pat Gleason (Season 1 Guest Star) What we love about the podcast is being able to bring you not only Murphy Brown but the history of Television it intersects! Mary Pat Gleason played Olga the Russian Secretary in Season 1, Episode 16 “Moscow On The Hudson” and you know her from so much more, like WIll & Grace (both versions), Gilmore Girls, & Friends! We also chat about her working with Whoopi Goldberg and the cult classic “Troop Beverly Hills”! You will love Mary Pat’s story...
2.02: Anchor's Away
March 04, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBThe gals are back and so is the Jim love on the Dial-centric episode, “Anchor’s Away” (Season 2, Episode 2). Topics include: The introduction of new anchor and recurring character Miller Redfield, relevance and legacy, as well as the geo-political background of the episode. But first, Lauren and Jesi use this episode to talk about Aretha Franklin and her legacy. Check out our patreon for extra content from this episode! www.murphybrownpod.com/donate for ways to join our Patreon or give a on...
2.02: Anchors Away
March 04, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBThe gals are back and so is the Jim love on the Dial-centric episode, “Anchor’s Away” (Season 2, Episode 2). Topics include: The introduction of new anchor and recurring character Miller Redfield, relevance and legacy, as well as the geo-political background of the episode. But first, Lauren and Jesi use this episode to talk about Aretha Franklin and her legacy. Check out our patreon for extra content from this episode! www.murphybrownpod.com/donate for ways to join our Patreon or give a on...
ENCORE: 1.13 Soul Man
January 08, 2019 23:01 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBWELCOME TO THE BEST OF THE POD! Jesi and Lauren have a jam-packed episode as they talk about a Season One favorite, Episode 13: “Soul Man’ written by Tom Seeley and friend and guest of the pod, Norm Gunzenhauser. (We recommend we go back and listen to his interview - link below - if you haven’t already!) Topics include: Accepting progress, Friendship, Inclusion, and how women can be just as crude as men. Also, Jesi talks Charles Kimbrough’s origins story and connection to Stephen Sondheim, wh...
Interview: Diane English (Creator; Executive Producer) Part 2 of 2
December 20, 2018 19:22 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBJesi and Lauren close out the pod’s Season 11 Interviews with Part 2 of 2 with “Real Murphy Brown” herself, creator Diane English! Topics include: The writers and the Writers Room, the real answer about Corky and Miles, & more! Plus, questions from YOU on Twitter!
Interview: Diane English (Creator; Executive Producer) Part 1 of 2
December 18, 2018 03:50 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBJesi and Lauren close out the pod’s Season 11 Interviews with Part 1 of 2 with “Real Murphy Brown” herself, creator Diane English! Topics include: Diane and the Murphy Brown origin story, why Murphy isn’t streaming, writing, and tales from the revival and classic series. Also, for those following us from the beginning, we finally ask Diane about the famous “Chet” story that Norm Gunzenhauser told us about in our first interview for the pod! Join us Thursday for Part 2 of our interview with D...
Interview: Grant Shaud (Miles Silverberg) Part 2 of 2
November 29, 2018 18:37 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MBThe gals welcome the dynamic wunderkind Miles Silverberg himself, Grant Shaud, for Part 2 of their discussion! Topics include: An actor’s process, comedy influences, Jay Thomas, Murder, She Wrote, and Jesi & Lauren teach Grant what “canon” means. Also, we have Grant take the www.cbs.com “Which Murphy Brown Character Are You?” quiz. Who will he get?! To Take the Quiz Yourself: www.cbs.com/shows/murphy-brown/…character-are-you-/
Interview: Grant Shaud (Miles Silverberg) Part 1 of 2
November 19, 2018 20:59 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBThe gals welcome the dynamic wunderkind Miles Silverberg himself, Grant Shaud! Topics include: His origin story and early theatre life, auditioning Now vs the Late ‘80s, his Murphy Brown audition story, and the greatness of Diane English. Also, the trio does a little impromptu version of “Retcon Theatre” with Miles & Corky’s relationship. www.patreon.com/MurphyBrownPod Check out the free swag and special features! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownPod.com for extra info on what we disc...
Interview: Writers Gina Ippolito & Skander Halim (11.3: #MurphyToo) Part 2 of 2
October 25, 2018 04:00 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBJesi and Lauren are elated to welcome the writing team of Gina Ippolito & Skander Halim (Story Editors) from the revival writing team to the pod! The gals chat with Gina and Skander about their first episode of Murphy Brown, last week’s “#MurphyToo” episode! Topics include: Working in the writers’ room, how they developed the episode itself, being “the young people” in the room, and a frank discussion about the themes and meaning of the episode. Also, we have Gina and Skander take the www....
Interview: Writers Gina Ippolito & Skander Halim (11.3: #MurphyToo) Part 1 of 2
October 18, 2018 14:18 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBJesi and Lauren are elated to welcome the writing team of Gina Ippolito & Skander Halim (Story Editors) from the revival writing team to the pod! The gals chat with Gina and Skander about their first episode of Murphy Brown, last week’s “#MurphyToo” episode! Topics include: Working in the writers’ room, how they developed the episode itself, being “the young people” in the room, and a frank discussion about the themes and meaning of the episode. Tune in next week for Part 2 when we have Gina ...
2.01: The Brothers Silverberg w/ Director Barnet Kellman Part 2 of 2
October 11, 2018 01:09 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBWe pick up where we left off as Jesi, Lauren, and episode director Barnet Kellman continue their breakdown of the Season 2 opener. Topics include: the amazing Jane Leeves and her career, the deeper meaning of the episode, banister acting, and women over 40 on television. www.MurphyBrownpod.com/donate Check out the free swag and special features! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownPod.com for extra info on what we discussed! Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or ...
Revival Talk # 1: ”Getting The Band Back Together!” (Season 11)
October 04, 2018 14:04 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBJesi and Lauren are here to give first thoughts and impressions of the first episode of the Murphy Brown revival aka the Season 11 opener “Fake News,” written by series creator Diane English! Plus, behind-the-scenes insights from the gals who attended the filming of the revival pilot! www.patreon.com/MurphyBrownPod - check out the free swag and special features! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownPod.com for extra info on what we discussed! Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podca...
Revival Talk # 2: ”Getting The Band Back Together!” (Season 11)
October 04, 2018 14:04 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBJesi and Lauren are here to give first thoughts and impressions of the first episode of the Murphy Brown revival aka the Season 11 opener “Fake News,” written by series creator Diane English! Plus, behind-the-scenes insights from the gals who attended the filming of the revival pilot! www.patreon.com/MurphyBrownPod - check out the free swag and special features! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownPod.com for extra info on what we discussed! Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podca...
2.01: The Brothers Silverberg w/ Director Barnet Kellman Part 1
September 27, 2018 16:25 - 51 minutes - 50.4 MBWelcome to Season 2! Jesi, Lauren, and special guest, director Barnet Kellman take a deep dive into Murphy and Miles’ relationship in this season opener (and pod favorite), written by creator Diane English. Learn behind the scenes factoids direct from the set, secrets from the script, and Jesi teaches us some behind-the-scenes history! Bonus fun: The gals reconstruct the moments usually cut from syndication! Join us Monday, Oct 8th for Part 2! www.MurphyBrownpod.com
ENCORE: WELCOME TO FYI: AN ORIGIN STORY
September 24, 2018 11:35 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBWELCOME TO MURPHY BROWN WEEK! Take a look back at our first episode as we gear up for "Murphy Thursday" with new episodes of Murphy Brown on CBS and (In your ear holes) the podcast! (Yay, Season 2!)Join us all week for Encore episodes of the pod! FYI: The Murphy Brown podcast is an episode-by-episode discussion of the landmark sitcom Murphy Brown (1988-1998). Hosted by super fans actor/writers Lauren Milberger & Jesi Mullins, the series will not only break down each episode of the ten-year ...
Season One (1988-1989) Wrap-Up
September 10, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBWelcome to what the gals hope to be a regular feature on the podcast: A season-ending retrospective! Jesi and Lauren have prepared questions for each other on their favorite things from the past season. Questions include: what changed during their rewatch, favorite episodes, moments, guest stars and more! Also, a special Season Two podcast announcement!
Interview: Barnet Kellman (Series Director: Seasons 1-4, 10) Part 2 of 2
August 27, 2018 04:00 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBWelcome back to our Season One wrap-up interview with director Barnet Kellman! For Part 2, Barnet chats with the gals about his mark on the show, the writers’ room, what other famous people auditioned for Miles Silverberg, and how much of a team player Candice Bergen really is! Also, Barnet goes over a few of the pod’s previous episodes with his added thoughts! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownpod.com. Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to...
Interview: Barnet Kellman (Series Director; Seasons 1-4, 10) Part 1 of 2
August 20, 2018 04:01 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBWelcome to our Season 1 wrap-up with series director and architect of Murphy Brown, Barnet Kellman. The gals discuss Barnet’s early life and how TV lead him to theater and then back again, as well as the series regular casting process, the origins of Frank Fontana, the real story of casting Miles Silverberg, and how Barnet met Diane English! Stay tuned next week for Part Two! And join our Patreon to get a special sneak preview of Part 2! www.patreon.com/MurphyBrownpod Check out Show Notes a...
1.22: The Morning Show
August 13, 2018 13:50 - 1 hour - 107 MBAnd so Jesi and Lauren end Season One with a bit of a future redux as they reach Episode 22, The Morning Show - an episode in direct parallel with the upcoming Murphy Brown revival series on CBS this fall! Topics include: The arc of Murphy’s relationships with Miles and Corky in Season One, the amazingness of Faith Ford and eggs, and why the gals have changed their minds about this episode. Plus, some exciting news regarding the podcast and Jesi teaches Lauren the difference between baking an...
1.21: The Bickners
August 06, 2018 18:34 - 1 hour - 102 MBLauren and Jesi dive deep into the penultimate episode of Season 1, “The Bickners” written by friend of the pod Russ Woody. Topics include: Season finales, the depiction of age and sex on television, and Native American appropriation in art and fashion. The gals also discuss an alternative reality to the episode at hand! Will you agree or not? Stay tuned! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownpod.com. Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to podca...
1.20: The Summer of '77
July 30, 2018 14:36 - 1 hour - 114 MBPut on your disco shoes and book those Hustle lessons (or not)! The pod enters 1977 and one of the few Murphy Brown flashbacks episodes with this Diane English-written pod favorite: Summer of ‘77. Topics include: Flea Markets, women anchors in the late 20th century, Linda Ellerbee, the Diane English’s DVD commentary. Also, Lauren goes into the history of the word “Cockamamie” and Jesi has some fun news to announce! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownpod.com. Please also review/rate/subsc...
1.19: The Unshrinkable Murphy Brown
July 23, 2018 04:28 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBAs they near the end of Season One, the gals are finally at another Moss/Dukane episode, which means they get to share some great behind the scene tidbits from Denise Moss (“Fraiser” & “Roseanne”)! Topics include: The film “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” the real behind-the-scenes stories the episode is based on, and a very special story from Jesi about one of the guest actors from this week’s episode! Join us!
Interview: Richard Schiff (Season 6 Guest Star)
July 17, 2018 03:21 - 1 hour - 109 MBThe gals are happy to welcome to the show Emmy Award-winning actor Richard Schiff! (“The West Wing,” ABC’s “The Good Doctor”) It is only fitting considering how often Jesi and Lauren reference Toby Ziegler and “The West Wing” on the pod! Richard appeared in Season 6, Episode 21, “Anything by Cured” written by friend of the pod Russ Woody (as well as appeared on another Diane English show “Love & War”). Topics include: Richard’s origin story, acting as a process, platonic friendships on TV ( i...
1.18: Funnies Girl
July 09, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBIt’s the 18th episode of Season 1! Jesi and Lauren talk their take on “Funnies Girl” - written by Tom Seeley & friend of the pod Norm Guzenhauser. Topics include: The true story behind the word “caricature,” today’s troll culture, and what recent news story may be relevant to this week’s episode! Plus, thoughts about the episode and its origins from Norm himself! Check out Show Notes at www.MurphyBrownpod.com. Please also review/rate/subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen ...
1.17: My Dinner With Einstein
July 02, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBJesi and Lauren are talking Murphy Brown and nerds this week! The gals chat legendary guest star Buck Henry (“Saturday Night Live,” “30 Rock,” “The Graduate,” “Get Smart”), take a deep dive into their experiences with perfume/fragrances, plus the secret history of Season 1, Episode 17’s cold open song, “He’s a Rebel.” Bonus email commentary and tidbits from episode co-writer (and friend of the pod) Steven Peterman! To check out Show Notes as well as our previous two-part interview with Steve...
1.16: Moscow On the Potomac
June 25, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBIt’s 2018 and the Gals are talking US/Russian relations...only way back in 1989! Look out for accents galore, discussions about inclusion in today’s society, love for Shirley MacLaine (even if Murphy has none), and childhood memories of E.T. & She-Ra. www.murphybrownpod.com for show notes and our episode archive. Please subscribe/rate/review
Interview: Joe Regalbuto (Frank Fontana) Part 2 of 2
June 18, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBJesi and Lauren bring you Part Two of their interview with Joe Regalbuto a.k.a Frank Fontana! Topics include: Age on television in the 21st century, more revival talk, the psyche of Frank Fontana, and how Joe’s career may be coming full circle in Astoria, Queens! Check out more episodes and more info about this episode under Show Notes: www.murphybrownpod.com Note: The film Joe and Steve Peterman (writer/producer for Murphy Brown) did together was a TV movie called “The Other Woman” (1983).
Interview: Joe Regalbuto (Frank Fontana) Part 1 of 2
June 11, 2018 20:27 - 56 minutes - 43.2 MBJesi and Lauren are thrilled to bring you Part One of their interview with Joe Regalbuto a.k.a Frank Fontana! Topics include: Joe’s origin story on the East Coast, stories of his past co-stars - including Mary Tyler Moore, Frank’s relationship with Murphy, and Joe’s time on television in the 1980s (including Golden Girls). And we ask Joe what he can or not can say about the upcoming Murphy Brown revival. Check out more episodes and more info about this episode under Show Notes: www.murphybro...
Revival (Preview) Talk (Upfronts 2018)
May 24, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBJesi and Lauren briefly chat about the new Murphy Brown announcements via last week’s CBS Upfront presentation, which included a revival trailer, air dates, and Lauren shares a news story about AOL emails in the 21st century. Join us!
Revival Talk # 1 (Upfronts 2018)(Preview)
May 24, 2018 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBJesi and Lauren briefly chat about the new Murphy Brown announcements via last week’s CBS Upfront presentation, which included a revival trailer, air dates, and Lauren shares a news story about AOL emails in the 21st century. Join us!
1.15: Mama Said
May 21, 2018 16:09 - 1 hour - 68 MBThe gals are excited to celebrate a belated Mother’s Day with Colleen Dewhurst’s first episode of Murphy Brown (her Emmy Winning role as Murphy’s mother: Avery Brown, Sr.) written by series creator Diane English. Topics include: Parent/child relationships, head canon, and Ms. Dewhurst’s life/career, including her experience working on Murphy Brown in her own words! Check out Show Notes for more on this episode at www.murphybrownpod.com
Interview: Russ Woody - Murphy Brown Writer (Seasons 1-2,6,10) Part 2 of 2
May 14, 2018 04:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBThe gals are thrilled to welcome one of the original Murphy Brown writers to the show: Russ Woody (“Cybill,” “Becker,” “The Middle”) for the conclusion of his two part interview! Topics include: Working alone vs working with a writing partner, his time on the infamous “Cybill” set, Christine Baranski, and truth in comedy writing. And, we ask Russ about the upcoming Murphy Brown revival. Join us for big laughs and lots of TV history! Check out our show notes (under episodes) for Russ’s resum...
Interview: Russ Woody - Murphy Brown Writer (Seasons 1-2,6,10) Part 1 or 2
May 07, 2018 14:00 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBThe gals are thrilled to welcome one of the original Murphy Brown writers to the show: Russ Woody (“Cybill,” “Becker,” “The Middle”)! Topics include: The timeless allure of Ted Danson, his writing process, and some amazing stories from Murphy Brown. Join us for big laughs and lots of TV history! Then stay tuned next week for tales of Russ’s time working on the infamous “Cybill” set & we ask him about the revival. Check out our show notes (under episodes) for Russ’s resume, pictures, and more...
1.14: It's How You Play The Game
April 24, 2018 03:58 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBJesi and Lauren dive head first into the beginnings of “Trash TV” as they cover Season One, Episode 14: “It’s How You Play The Game” written by Russ Woody (Season One’s “Nowhere To Run” & “Kyle”)! Topics include: Ratings then and today, Joe Regalbuto and Faith Ford’s Emmy submissions. Lauren takes a “walk on the wild side” and goes in depth about the talk show scene of the late 1980s - including the host that loosely inspired Jerry Gold! - while Jesi discusses verbiage surrounding sex workers...
1.13: Soul Man
April 18, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBJesi and Lauren have a jam-packed episode as they talk about a Season One favorite, Episode 13: “Soul Man’ written by Tom Seeley and friend and guest of the pod, Norm Gunzenhauser. (We recommend we go back and listen to his interview - link below - if you haven’t already!) Topics include: Accepting progress, Friendship, Inclusion, and how women can be just as crude as men. Also, Jesi talks Charles Kimbrough’s origins story and connection to Stephen Sondheim, while Lauren goes into the history...
1.12: Why Do Fools Fall In Love?
April 09, 2018 23:30 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBJesi and Lauren are back to chat Season One, Episode 12: “Why Do Fools Fall in Love?” written by friend of the pod, Korby Siamis. Topics include: Is Amy Yasbeck really in this episode? Frank’s issues, Jim’s flaws, and the gals wax nostalgic on the death of the network TV miniseries. Also included: A brief update on the Murphy Brown revival returns and new casting, plus a few tidbits on the episode (this time about Diane English) via Korby. And the gals briefly chat about the evolution of term...
Interview: Marianne Muellerleile (Secretary #8)
April 02, 2018 21:24 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBMarianne Muellerleile is that face you know from films such as “Terminator,” “Memento,” and “Return To Me.” She’s also a part of television history with credits spanning from “Moonlighting” to “Cybill”! The gals sit down to talk with Marianne about her time on “Murphy Brown” as Secretary #8 (Season 1, Episode 6 “Baby Love”) as well her impressive TV career on such shows as “Will & Grace,” “Magnum P.I.” & “Third Rock From The Sun.” If you like television as much as Jesi and Lauren do, you wil...
1.11: Off The Job Experience
March 19, 2018 17:18 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBJesi and Lauren are back to chat Season One, Episode 11: “Off The Job Experience” written by Tom Seeley and previous guest Norm Gunzenhauser! Topics include, credibility as a journalist, working with your heroes and the boss/employee relationship. The gals also chat some retcon, Gene Kinsella, and a brief history highlights of real-life journalists who have been suspended from air. (Stay tuned at the end for some insights from Norm himself!) And finally, the gals have a correction from their...
Interview: Steven Peterman - Writer/ Exec Producer (Seasons 1-6 & The Revival) Part 2 of 2
March 12, 2018 16:27 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBThe gals are thrilled to welcome back one of the original Murphy Brown writers (Seasons 1-6), and later Executive Producer (Seasons 5-6), Steven Peterman for Part 2 of his first interview on the podcast! Be sure to listen to Part 1 before listening to Part 2. Topics include: The lasting impact of Murphy Brown, Steve’s transition from actor to writer, awards, and memories of Jay Thomas as Jerry Gold. Check out our show notes (under episodes) for Steven resume, pictures, and more: www.murphybr...
Interview: Steven Peterman - Writer/ Exec Producer (Seasons 1-6 & The Revival) Part 1 of 2
March 05, 2018 22:24 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBThe gals are thrilled to welcome one of the original Murphy Brown writers (Seasons 1-6) and later Executive Producer (Seasons 5-6): Steven Peterman! Jesi and Lauren think you will enjoy the interview and the great stories Steven has to share. In fact, they got such great stories out of Steven that this episode is only Part 1 of a two part episode! Topics include: Meeting his writing partner Gary Dontzig, Murphy’s impact on people of all ages and background, how it was to write a gay storylin...
1.10: Kyle
February 26, 2018 19:46 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBThe time has arrived for the gals to chat about Leslie Jordan’s (“Will & Grace”, “Boston Legal.”) episode of Murphy Brown! Season One, Episode 10 “Kyle” - written by Russ Woody (“Cybill”, “Mad About You”, “The Middle”). Topics include: Leslie Jordan and the art of being yourself, mass incarceration in our society today, a profile on the casting director for Murphy Brown’s first four years, and more! Check out show notes and read more about what was discussed in today’s episode under Episodes...
1.09: I Would Have Danced All Night
February 19, 2018 19:17 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBLauren and Jesi are excited to chat about a pivotal episode, according to Diane English, in the development of Candice Bergen as Murphy Brown! It’s also the first episode written by Steven Peterman & Gary Dontzig - who would go on to executive produce the series in Season Five. Topics include: The fear of irrelevance after a certain age, the history behind Frank’s jacket, and strong female role models who get things done….and more on the Jersey accent. Read more about this episode’s topics i...
1.08: And So He Goes
February 12, 2018 19:30 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIt’s the first Murphy Brown episode of 1989 and the first penned by writing partners Denise Moss & Sy Dukane (“Frasier” “Roseanne”). The gals chat about fashion, the delicate matter of mourning controversial public figures, and another prop in Murphy’s office that may have more significance than you knew! They also share some tidbits and history from Denise Moss herself. Read more about this episode in our show notes on www.murphybrownpod.com!
1.07: Set Me Free
February 05, 2018 15:22 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBJesi and Lauren launch head first into the seventh episode of Season One and how the episode’s original filming changes their entire perspective on re-watch. Topics include: Could a gunman plot work today, the real-life event that inspired the episode, and Jesi & Lauren share personal stories about how the body reacts to trauma and physical danger. Also…it might be someone’s birthday episode. Listen and find out! www.murphybrownpod.com to read more about the what the gals discuss in episode...
Murphy's Back (Revival Talk)
January 29, 2018 18:13 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBExciting news to report in the land of Murphy Brown! Lauren & Jesi chat about the new Murphy Brown revival news at CBS, what they are most looking forward to seeing, share their own “head canon” ideas, and discuss what the current reboot/revival culture says about society today! www.murphybrownpod.com
1.06: Baby Love
January 22, 2018 13:56 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBJesi & Lauren chat about Season 1, Episode 6 “Baby Love” by friend of the podcast Korby Siamis (“The Middle”; “My Sister Sam”) as Frank and Murphy decide to try and have a kid together. Topics include women and motherhood, biological clocks and Joe Regalbuto/ Frank Fontana casting and origin stories! Also, Lauren finds out the answer to a Murphy Brown mystery she’s wondered about since childhood. Check out show notes at www.murphybrownpod.com. Follow us across social media at MurphyBrownpod ...
Interview: Norm Gunzenhauser - Murphy Brown Writer (Seasons 1,2,8,9,10; The Revival)
January 15, 2018 13:17 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBThe gals are thrilled to welcome one of the original Murphy Brown writers to the show: Norm Gunzenhauser (Seasons 1, 2, 8, 9, 10)! Jesi and Lauren think you will enjoy the interview as much as they did conducting it. Spoiler: They’re pretty smitten. Topics include: What it’s like to write with a partner, the impact of a show like Murphy Brown on its audience, and what could a Murphy Brown reboot look like? Check out our show notes for Norm’s resume, pictures, and more: www.murphybrownpod.com.