Having A Ball Podcast
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsCo-hosts Erika Murrietta and Ziva Maples dive deep into the life of Lucille Ball, exploring many facets of her life. They take an episode by episode look at some of her most famous shows Lucille Ball was part of like I Love Lucy, The Lucy Show, and Here’s Lucy. They will also take a closer look at some of Lucy’s movies, explore the creation and works of Desilu productions and learn more about Lucy’s costars throughout her long career spanning decades!
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Having A Ball: ‘Too Many Girls’ Movie Review
August 15, 2022 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBThe movie that started it all! This week we review ‘Too Many Girls’ - the film where Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz met in 1940. We chat about the journey from Broadway musical to feature film, the nostalgic scenes and the storyline. Please join us reviewing this movie while we ramp up for Season 2 of I Love Lucy! •• Please rate and review our podcast! •• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXuCxbfhUNJzJ_8wMfMD_w/featured Having...
Having A Ball: Ricky Asks For A Raise
July 25, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBFinal episode of the season! This week’s recap is on season 1, episode 35 - ‘Ricky Asks for a Raise’! This is the last episode of season 1 and we have a great time talking about Lucy's scheme to get Ricky rehired at the Tropicana. We see the Littlefields again, the second and last time we see them. We discuss Hal King, the show’s make-up artist and brother-in-law of Max Factor. We also point out all the nods to the cast and crew with the various character names. We will be taking a break ...
Having A Ball: Ricky Thinks He's Getting Bald
July 18, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week we discuss season 1 episode 34- ‘Ricky Thinks He's Getting Bald’. We chat about the inspiration of this episode, some lessons head writer, Jess Oppenheimer learned while filming this episode- how NOT to film a ‘Lucy’ show - and some of the treatments Lucy gives Ricky and the nice approach Lucy tried before the "torture" regimen. •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXuCxbfhUN...
Having A Ball: Lucy's Schedule
July 11, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBGet ready for our latest episode Season 1 Episode 33 Lucy's Schedule! We are wrapping up season 1, and the last few episodes are all great!! Ricky puts Lucy on a schedule when she makes him late for a meeting with his new boss and his wife. Mr. Littlefield was played by Gale Gordon and Mrs. Littlefield played by Edith Meiser- a talented actress who appeared in the Broadway musical, ‘Let's Face It’ alongside Vivian Vance. Please join us to hear about all the shenanigans the women have planned...
Having A Ball EXTRA: The Life, Career and Death of Bob Crane - Part 2
July 05, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBThis week’s episode is Part 2 of our ‘extra’ special- Having A Ball Podcast Presents: Hollywood Mysteries discussing Bob Crane. We discuss Bob’s time with Hogan's Heroes, his typecasting, and his second marriage. We also look at some of the suspects of the murder, and discuss in some detail what happened on the night of the attack and evidence pertaining to the case. We also give our opinion about the investigation and how it was handled- the theories that were floated about and how the ...
Having A Ball EXTRA: The Life, Career and Death of Bob Crane - Part 1
June 27, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBThis week’s episode is another one of our ‘extra’ specials - Having A Ball Podcast Presents: Hollywood Mysteries. Please enjoy part one of the story of star of Hogan’s Heroes, Bob Crane. We dive deep into his early life, childhood, marriages and his very successful career in radio and ultimately, television! Next week, we will discuss the last year of his life and ultimately the mystery and frustration surrounding his tragic death. (Discretion is advised for these episodes as we do discu...
Having A Ball: Lucy Gets Ricky on The Radio
June 20, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB“Not watch television!?!? What else is there to do?” Well you could listen to our latest episode where we recap “Lucy Gets Ricky on the Radio”. In this episode we discuss three famous child stars, a pretty cool popcorn passer, and Roy Rowan who is the announcer for "Mr. and Mrs. Quiz” and who fans loves so much that he then became the announcer for “I Love Lucy.” •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtub...
Having A Ball: The Publicity Agent
June 13, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this weeks recap we discuss Season 1, Episode 31, ‘The Publicity Agent’. Your hosts Ziva and Erika will discuss the difference between Tiddlywinks and Pogs, 4,100 dollars worth of stolen gems, and a game show with an interesting premise called Queen for a Day. We also discuss the curious way that Ricky decided to teach Lucy a lesson, and by curious we mean violent and disturbing. Overall this wasn’t one of our favorite episodes to watch, but we did enjoy breaking it down for you! •• P...
Having A Ball: Lucy Does A TV Commercial
June 06, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBThis weeks episode recap is an iconic one, Lucy Does A TV Commercial- or as we remember it- the Vitameatavegamin one! We chat about the product placements, the hilarity in the making of the episode- a drunken Lucy is a fun Lucy- the behind the scenes bloopers and what we love about the history and inspiration Lucy may have pulled from to create the infamous commercial scene! •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://...
Having A Ball: The Freezer
May 30, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week's episode recap is focused on the iconic 'The Freezer' (Season 1, Episode 29). We call it iconic because Lucille's multiple personalities (plus her Hal King-applied makeup to resemble icicles!) really shine through. From her carnival barker speak in the butcher to her time stuck in the freezer, Lucy is hilarious here. The hosts chat about the history of walk-in freezers, Desi's musical numbers and how the 'freezer' concepts have been used in various television shows after I Love ...
Having A Ball: Cuban Pals
May 23, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBThis week's episode recap centers around 'Cuban Pals' (season 1, episode 28). The hosts chat about all the hilarity that ensues when Lucy is left to fend for herself trying to speak to Ricky's friends from Cuba in Spanish. We chat about the relationship Ricky has with an old female friend and how each would handle the scenario. We discuss the history of the Good Neighbor Policy, the dance routines and backgrounds of the guest stars. •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect wit...
Having A Ball EXTRA: The Mysterious Death of George Reeves
May 16, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week’s episode is a little different from our usual Lucy content (although there is a Lucy connection.) We are focusing on the mysterious death of one of Old Hollywood’s leading men, George Reeves. As he was beloved starring in one of the most iconic roles, Superman in the Adventures of Superman, his mysterious death in 1959 has left more questions than answers that to this day don’t sit right nor are accepted with fans, enthusiasts and Hollywood historians alike. We discuss the mult...
Having A Ball: The Kleptomaniac
May 09, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBThis week's episode recap centers around 'The Kleptomaniac' (Season 1, episode 27). A pretty funny and silly episode that could have been solved with just asking a simple question! The hosts discuss a bit about the guest star, the Clyde Beatty Circus and the antiques that are showcased in this episode. •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXuCxbfhUNJzJ_8wMfMD_w/featured Having A Ball ...
Having A Ball: The Marriage License
May 02, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBThis week's recap centers around the sweet and quirky episode that is 'The Marriage License' (season 1, episode 26). Lucy goes into high-gear anxiety thinking she's not legally married to Ricky due to a misspelling. The hosts discuss the history of Lucille and Desi's own real wedding in 1940, their own proposal stories, how they would each handle this scenario and how the misspelling of Bacardi is actually a nod to Desi's connection to the rum factory. •• Please rate and review our podcast...
Having A Ball: Gary Morton & Edith Hirsch
April 25, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBThis week's chat centers around the second marriages of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. After their marriage ended, they both went on to find love and marry others. Lucy married comedian Gary Morton and Desi married Edith Hirsch. Our episode today really is a chat about what we know about them pre-and post Lucy and Desi as information of their upbringing is scarce. The beautiful thing to see is how happy these second marriages made each of them- even in the undeniable shadow of the juggernaut t...
Having A Ball: Pioneer Women
April 18, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBThis week's episode recap centers around the famous 'loaf of bread' episode, (season 1, episode 25) 'Pioneer Women'. The hosts discuss the dynamics between the husbands and wives for housework and everyday life when they decide to remove all the modern conveniences like dishwashers or modern transportation. Erika explains her refusal to use a dishwasher and Ziva helps point out all the bloopers in which the bet they started would have already been lost! It's also interesting to chat about L...
Having A Ball: Bonus: (Spanish) Biografía de Desi Arnaz En Español
April 11, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB¡Hola! Today's special episode is a biography of Desi Arnaz entirely in Spanish (narrated by Erika). As one of the very first Latin faces on American television, Desi had to break many boundaries, stereotypes and prove the initial naysayers wrong. In this mini biography (that certainly does not cover every genius move, every groundbreaking negotiation, or every credit well-deserved), we learn a bit about his upbringings, his start on broadway and of course, his written-in-the-stars encounter...
Having A Ball: The Gossip
April 04, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThis week's episode we discuss the hilariously written, 'The Gossip' (Season 1, episode 24) which showcases Lucille Ball's pantomiming skills and the physical storytelling she was so brilliant at performing. The hosts discuss their own views on gossiping, background on the sometime-returning guest stars, Bob Jellison and Richard Reeves.and how well this episode was written. Plus, some behind the scenes trivia! •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A ...
Having A Ball: The Moustache
March 28, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThis week's episode review is on the 'This can only happen to Lucy' episode "The Moustache" from season 1, episode 23. The hosts discuss the hilarity in which all the events take place throughout the episode, their own thoughts on facial hair preferences, the history of the products used and the music performed by Desi Arnaz. •• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXuCxbfhUNJzJ_8wMfMD_w/...
Having A Ball: Lucy and Desi Documentary Review
March 21, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBWe finally review and share our opinions and thoughts on the much anticipated and beautifully directed documentary on Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, 'Lucy and Desi' from Amy Poehler currently streaming on Amazon Prime. The film certainly feels like a modern version of the "Lucy and Desi: A Home Movie" from the early 90's produced by Lucie Arnaz. We discuss what we loved about the film and some of the bits of information and hardly or never-before seen videos of Lucy and Desi at the start of ...
Having A Ball: Fred and Ethel Fight
March 14, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBToday's episode recap centers around 'Fred and Ethel Fight' (season 1, episode 22). This particular episode is highly addressed in the Being The Ricardos film, particularly the infamous dinner scene. The hosts discuss the way the relationship between Vivian and William may have made this episode easier to film, the hilarious way Lucy tries to reconnect the two after a fight and how Ricky and Lucy attempt to apologize without apologizing to end their own fight! As always, we dive into a bit...
Having A Ball: Forever Darling movie review with Carrie Ketterman
March 07, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this movie review of the Lucille Ball/ Desi Arnaz 1956 film, ‘Forever Darling’, we are joined by the lovely Carrie Ketterman of Our Technicolor Life and The Not So Long Trailer! We can’t help but feel the presence of Lucy whenever we have Carrie join us and talk our way through Lucy and Desi’s third film together! We discuss the stunning wardrobe, the familiar faces and the parallels with I Love Lucy. We also find out how Lucille really felt about this film and behind the scenes triv...
Having A Ball: New Neighbors
February 28, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBThis episode recap is centered around a very memorable series of events when new neighbors move into the East 68th Street building. The hosts discuss the backgrounds and connections of the guest stars and the fantastic physical comedy displayed throughout. Lucille Ball really set the standard and there bar high with the amount of facial expressions and creative physical stunts she pulls off while trying to snoop through the neighbor’s belongings. It is an extremely fun episode and we hav...
Having A Ball: The Young Fans
February 21, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBToday's episode recap centers around Season 1, Episode 20, 'The Young Fans' which guest stars Janet Waldo and Richard Crenna. The hosts chat about the childhood crushes both guest stars get on Ricky and Lucy, how they handled the idea of a May/ December romance and the premise of a young lady being infatuated with a celebrity and how it is viewed in today's society, We also get to see a bit of and 'older' Lucy and Desi, who remained close until the end. •• Please rate and review our podca...
Having A Ball: The Ballet
February 14, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBilovelucy #lucilleball #havingaballpodcast In this recap, the hosts discuss the absolute classic that is The Ballet from season 1 (episode 19). There's so much physical comedy in this one, it's hard to choose just one scene to love. Lucille Ball gives a brilliant performance and we meet a couple of memorable guest stars! This is usually one of the episodes of I Love Lucy that most people think of- right up there with Job Switching and Lucy Does A TV Commercial! •• Please rate and review ...
Having A Ball: Breaking The Lease
February 07, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBThis episode recap centers around Season 1, episode 18: Breaking The Lease. The hosts discuss the hilarity of how quickly things took a turn in this episode and how certain situations are handled between friends who are also in a landlord/ tenant situation. There are a couple of great songs with a rich history included along with so many unnecessary fights that are randomly started that make a non-stop episode. There's also an impromptu jam session in the Ricardo apartment that include appe...
Having A Ball: Lucy Writes A Play
January 31, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBThis episode review centers around Season 1, Episode 17. 'Lucy Writes A Play' (one of many plays Lucy will write or take part in during I Love Lucy). The hosts discuss the hilarious mistakes and miscommunications that surround this episode. There are stereotypes that are touched upon, very funny accent changes and for once, it isn't Lucy who messes things up! As is with most episodes of I Love Lucy, we see the genius and physical comedy extraordinaire that is Lucille Ball! •• Please rate...
Having A Ball: Part 2- The Long Long Trailer Review with Carrie Ketterman
January 24, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBThe hosts are back with the lovely as ever, Carrie Ketterman with part 2 of 'The Long Long Trailer' Review. They discuss the music from the film, the co-stars that may be recognized from other television shows trivia from behind the scenes and the fabulous wardrobe. Carrie tells us all about her adventures that mirror the movie and how many trinkets and items they have collected to decorate and refurbish their not so long trailer! Carrie & Jeff Ketterman website: https://www.ourtechnicolo...
Having A Ball: Part 1- The Long Long Trailer Review with Carrie Ketterman
January 17, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode, the hosts review the 1953 feature film, The Long Long Trailer starring Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball as newlywed trailerites who explore the ups and downs of driving a really long trailer together across the country and are tested left and right! We have the fun honor of once again being joined by Carrie Ketterman of the Not So Long Trailer and Our Technicolor Life website who has created an entire trailer adventure with her husband, Jeff, centered around this classic film! ...
Having A Ball: The Long Long Trailer Review with Carrie Ketterman Part 1
January 17, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode, the hosts review the 1953 feature film, The Long Long Trailer starring Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball as newlywed trailerites who explore the ups and downs of driving a really long trailer together across the country and are tested left and right! We have the fun honor of once again being joined by Carrie Ketterman of the Not So Long Trailer and Our Technicolor Life website who has created an entire trailer adventure with her husband, Jeff, centered around this classic film! She...
Having A Ball: Lucy Fakes Illness
January 10, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBin this recap, the hosts discuss Season 1, episode 16: "Lucy Fakes Illness". This is a hilarious episode as Lucy does a fantastic impersonation of Tallulah Bankhead in order to fake an illness (or at least one of the symptoms, apparently.) Lucy, of course, is faking this psychological disorder to show what happens when her talents are repressed. We discuss the many tactics Lucy attempts and how Ricky hilariously turns them around on her! ••• Please rate and review our podcast! ••• Con...
Having A Ball: Lucy Plays Cupid
January 03, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode recap, the hosts discuss Season 1, episode 15 'Lucy Plays Cupid'. This episode included the actress that was a frontrunner for Ethel Mertz, Bea Benaderet. The hosts discuss the cringe-inducing interaction between Ricky and Lucy when she wanted to help Miss Lewis find love. There are many male and female outdated concepts in this episode- which is why we love to recap these episodes and compare modern-day relationships vs. 1950's marriages. This is a fun one that includes ...
Having A Ball: ‘Being The Ricardos’ Movie Review
December 27, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBAnother 'Being The Ricardos' review? Sure, why not?! In this episode, both Ziva and Erika finally chat about their views on the biopic that is all the talk in the 'Lucy' community. They discuss their likes and dislikes of the films, what their expectations were and why they think the film was written the way it was. There's a lot to discuss as the main character is such a beloved and cherised legend that you can't help but discuss the way the fabulous foursome and their writers were portra...
Having A Ball: George Pennacchio, ABC7 News
December 20, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBAs the streaming premiere date on Amazon Prime of ‘Being The Ricardos’ approaches, Erika of Having A Ball Podcast chats with ABC7 News (Los Angeles) Entertainment reporter, George Pennacchio. Not only does George have an extensive career in Los Angeles covering and Interviewing Hollywood’s A-list celebrities, he is a huge Lucille Ball fan with an enviable collection of Lucy memorabilia. We chat about what how his love of Lucy began, some of the items he has collected for many years and hi...
Having A Ball: Amateur Hour
December 13, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBThis episode centers around one of Erika's least favorite 'I Love Lucy' episodes, Amateur Hour. The hosts discuss the cringeworthy behavior from the children Lucy is babysitting while earning money for a dress she wants to keep. There are so many outdated ideals and behaviors in this episode that are juxtaposed with modern-day marriages and services like babysitting. You have to look past the behavior of the twins to really appreciate the physical comedy Lucille pulls off in this episode...
Having A Ball: The Benefit
December 06, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBin this episode, the hosts discuss the hilarious episode that is The Benefit. We discuss how Lucy was treated in this episode and how we would behave in our everyday lives. The history of the songs that are performed in this episode and eventual comedy routine is discussed and you'd be amazed how many other television shows have used these same songs! Lucy and Ricky Ricardo perform one of their vaudevillian-inspired acts that Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz took on tour and various charity ev...
Having A Ball: Hazel Pierce and Bennett Green Spotlight
November 29, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, the hosts highlight the many appearances of Hazel Pierce and Bennett Green, sometime character actors and stand-ins for Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, respectively. Hazel and Bennett were usually on the set because of their similar body types to the actors. The hosts discuss the friendship between the women and how familiar their faces were to any 'I Love Lucy' viewers. Both actors went on to appear in many other Desilu productions and it is always fun to try to spot them in ...
Having A Ball: Bonus: 'Let's Talk to Lucy' World Fair Review
November 25, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBHappy Thanksgiving! In this review, the hosts discuss the 'Let's Talk to Lucy' episode where Lucille Ball describes the amazing day created at the World Fair in her honor, Lucy Day! This episode was much different than the other 'Let's Talk to Lucy' episodes as Lucy walks us through the entire experience at the fair accompanied by husband, Gary Morton and Hedda Hopper. We also hear a fun little interview snippet from Lucille during a Barbara Walters interview in which she describes a very ...
Having A Ball: The Adagio
November 22, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThis episode recap is focused on Season 1, Episode 12: The Adagio. The hosts discuss the hilarious way the actors interact with the French man who immediately falls in love with Lucy and attempts to woo her as that's what American women expect, apparently. The dark history of the 'Apache' dance is also discussed and how the characters ultimately decide to end the misunderstanding or "boo-boo". ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channe...
Having A Ball: Bonus: Let's Talk to Lucy Vivian Vance Review
November 18, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBin this review, the hosts discuss and review the 'Let's Talk to Lucy' episode featuring the one and only Vivian Vance. Of course, her long-time and arguably her most-known co-host from I Love Lucy and The Lucy Show and other appearances together for decades. The hosts discuss how genuine their friendship comes across and the love they clearly have for one another as they endured ups and downs together. It really is a joy to listen to these two iconic women whom we all grew up watching jus...
Having A Ball: Drafted
November 15, 2021 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThis episode recap is focused on Season 1, Episode 11: Drafted. The hosts discuss all the confusing ways this episode came to be and all the jumping to conclusions that take place! A bit of history of Desi Arnaz' own drafting is talked about along with historically what was taking place during the Korean War during that time. They also chat about the stereotypical differences between men and women that are so heavily portrayed in this episode. ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball'...
Having A Ball: Being The Ricardos Trailer Review
November 11, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this short review, the hosts discuss the just released full trailer for the 'Being The Ricardos' feature film starring Nicole Kidman as Lucille Ball and Javier Bardem as Desi Arnaz. Each host has a different take and have different aspects as to their likes and dislikes so far from such a small snippet. As a Lucy loving community, we can all agree we are waiting to see how carefully this legendary story is handled. Leave us a review and let us know if you agree! Official Trailer on Ama...
Having A Ball: Lucy is Jealous of Girl Singer
November 08, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe hosts discuss Season 1, Episode 10, Lucy is Jealous of Girl Singer. The episode touches on a topic that was uncomfortable to dissect as the actors themselves also dealt with this scenario in their real lives. The topic is being jealousy and uncertainty and how to handle the rumors when the husband is a super star and surrounded by beautiful women. Lucille give a hilarious performance that brilliantly shows her physical comedic abilities and provides one of the best dance scenes from I ...
Having A Ball: Carrie Ketterman- Lucy/Desi Tribute Show & The Not So Long Trailer
November 01, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBToday, the hosts have the great fun honor of chatting with Carrie Ketterman of 'Our Technicolor Life' blog/website and the Instagram page, 'The Not So Long Trailer' which is of course in honor of the Lucille Ball/ Desi Arnaz 1954 film, 'The Long Long Trailer'. Carrie and her husband, Jeff tour the country with their Lucy/Desi tribute show and she describes her life on the road camping and traveling in a beautifully revamped vintage, 50's era-style trailer. We learn where her love of all t...
Having A Ball: The Fur Coat
October 25, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this episode review, the hosts discuss Season 1, Episode 9, 'The Fur Coat'. They discuss the cost of such an item and the hilarious reactions from both parties to a simple misunderstanding. They also discuss the history of some of the items found in the Ricardo apartment along with comparing material gifts often seen in the episodes. Erika and Ziva also talk about what their idea of a perfect anniversary gift is. ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https:/...
Having A Ball: Bonus: 'Let's Talk to Lucy' Red Skelton Review
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBin this mini review of the 'Let's Talk to Lucy' episode featuring the massively funny and talented icon that is Red Skelton, the hosts discuss Lucy and Red's lifelong friendship, their shared movie roles, Red's home life from his wife Georgina and a beautiful pause Lucille took to show honor to the hard workers of the world she so respected. ••• Connect with all things 'Having A Ball' ••• YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXuCxbfhUNJzJ_8wMfMD_w/featured Having A Ball Po...
Having A Ball: Men are Messy
October 18, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBThe hosts discuss Episode 8 of Season 1, Men Are Messy. This is a hilarious episode in which Lucy has had enough of Ricky’s messy ways. This brings up a conversation of keeping our own homes clean and stereotypes of men and women. Based off the radio show ‘My Favorite Husband’ episode, George is Messy, this episode gives us some of Lucille Ball physical comedy and references about sponsor Philip Morris and magazine covers which Lucy and Desi ultimately grace. Also, the room is split down the...
Having A Ball: 70th Anniversary Special- I Love Lucy
October 15, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBOctober 15, 1951- I Love Lucy debuted on televisions across America catapulting itself and its actors to superstardom and icon status. 70 years later, we celebrate the juggernaut starring Lucile Ball as Lucille Esmeralda McGillicuddy Ricardo "Lucy", Desi Arnaz as Enrique Alberto Fernando y de Acha Ricardo III "Ricky", Vivian Vance as Ethel Mae Potter Mertz (or Ethel Louise or Etherl Roberta) William Frawley as Frederick Hobart Mertz "Fred" and Keith Thibedeaux as "Little Ricky". The hosts s...
Having A Ball: The Seance
October 11, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThe hosts discuss Season 1, Episode 7 "The Seance". In this episode, numerology and astrology are the main focus of decision-making for Lucy and Ethel and the topic of superstition and beliefs of such theories and how they shape our thinking is compared. In this episode is where we first hear a few of the "risque" lines uttered in the show. We also meet Mr. Merriweather played by (Jay Novello) who they need to impress by staging a séance to communicate with Tilly. The hosts also discuss th...
Having A Ball: Robert Stein, HBO Producer
October 04, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBIn this episode, Erika talks to award-winning HBO producer of on-air marketing and creative services, Robert Stein. Robert had the pleasure of meeting Lucille Ball on a couple of occasions and he discusses those experiences and what she was like in person and how gracefully she handled herself. One of those times was being assigned to help Ms. Ball as she prepared to go on to speak at the Night Of A Hundred Stars 2 in 1985. Stein himself being a longtime fan of Lucille and I Love Lucy, als...