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Old TV with a new twist.

98 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago -

Every week I will watch an old episode of one of my favorite classic television shows (this could be from the 1950's through the 1990's) and have a guest watch with me who has never seen it before. We will then discuss the episode from both perspectives. Join us for some fun!

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Ep #71 - Land of the Lost (with Emily)

March 01, 2024 06:01 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Join me and Emily as we laugh through this Saturday Morning TV Classic, requested by Teri. We ponder the Dental Hygiene of the Pakuni, marvel at the "unintentional hilarity" and explain why we should all fear our toasters. Join us for some laughs!

Ep. #70 - Eight is Enough (with Gino)

February 01, 2024 06:01 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MB

Join us as we discuss my favorite show, and discuss the main character...Tom's combover, which is amazing. We also mention: The Love Boat, Eddie Munster, Friends and...Seinfeld. We also answer the important question: How often does Gino think of the Roman Empire? Join us for this fun episode!

Ep. #69 (Bonus) - Our Favorite Shows!

January 15, 2024 06:01 - 10 minutes - 10 MB

How well does my family know each other when it comes to television shows? Check out this short bonus episode to find out...and there are some laughs along the way!

Ep. #68 - Bloopers & Outtakes (2023)

January 01, 2024 06:01 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MB

Welcome to our 2023 Bloopers & Outtakes! Get a glimpse behind the scenes with our goofs, giggles and moments we couldn't fit into the episodes. There are all here for you to enjoy - Happy New Year 2024!

Ep. #67 - BONUS! Home for the Holidays (with Emily)

December 17, 2023 18:10 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Join me and my cohost, Emily, as we talk about this Classic TV Christmas movie. Among other things, we mention: Black Christmas, Psycho, The Haunting, The Sound of Music, Psycho again, Agatha Christie, Psycho again! and Betty White. Seinfeld escaped mention, to my dismay.

Ep. #67 - Home for the Holidays (with Emily)

December 17, 2023 18:10 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Join me and my cohost, Emily, as we talk about this Classic TV Christmas movie. Among other things, we mention: Black Christmas, Psycho, The Haunting, The Sound of Music, Psycho again, Agatha Christie, Psycho again! and Betty White. Seinfeld escaped mention, to my dismay.

Ep. #65 - The Rifleman (with Emily)

December 15, 2023 23:43 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Join me and my cohost, Emily, as we recap the classic TV western "The Rifleman," which was requested by our listener, Matt. Among other things, we mention: Rosemary's Baby, Haley Joel Osmont, The Mouskateers and LIttle House on the Prairie. It is a sad day when Betty White nor Seinfeld is mentioned. I apologize for that.

Ep. #66 - The Flying Nun Christmas (with Caleb)

December 01, 2023 06:01 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Caleb is Back to talk about a classic TV show that he absolutely hates, which makes this so much fun! We keep innocent Betty white out of this fiasco. However, Seinfeld does not get away unscathed. Join us for some great holiday laughs!

Ep. #64 - Frasier (with Kristy)

October 01, 2023 05:01 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MB

Join me and my cohost, Kristy, for an absolute giggle fest about a GREAT show, which was requested by our listener, Michael. Among other things, we mention: Columbo, Days of Our Lives, Charles Bronson, Maggie Horton, Lucille Ball, Taylor Swift, Columbo again, Bob Newhart, Betty White and...Seinfeld!

Ep. #63 "The Honeymooners" (with Caleb)

September 01, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

Join me and my cohost, Caleb, as we discuss an episode of this 1950's TV Classic which was requested by our listener, Pam. As usual, there is spirited conversation and cool trivia at the end! Caleb has VERY strong opinions about Ralph's mental issues and the fact that he is NOT a millennial! Among other things, we mention: The Partridge Family, Mama's Family, Smokey and the Bandit, Back to the Future, Where the Crawdad Sings, The Carlton Dance, Betty White and...Seinfeld!

Ep. #62 - I Dream of Jeannie (with Ted)

July 29, 2023 23:08 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB

Join me and my cohost, Ted, as we recap an episode of this claassic sitcom, which was requested by our listener, Michael. Among other things, we mention: Bewitched, my nephew Jake, Andre Agassi, Bewitched again, A Christmas Story, Robert Goulet, Bewitched again and...Seinfeld!

Ep. #61 - BTS "The Price is Right" (with Eden)

July 02, 2023 19:49 - 54 minutes - 50.8 MB

Join us as Eden takes us behind the scenes of the iconic game show "The Price is Right." Among other things we mention: The Golden Corral Buffet, Harry Styles, LaBron James, Betty White and...Seinfeld!

Ep. #60 - Flipper (with Emily)

June 01, 2023 04:30 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MB

Join my and my cohost, Emily, as we discuss this 1960's classic, which was requested by our listener, Steve. Among other things, we mention: Powerpuff Girls, Jacques Cousteau, Scooby Doo, Batman, Bobby Driscoll, Han Solo and Chewbacca, Betty White and...Seinfeld! We've got some amazing Trivia for this fun show, come join us for the fun!

Ep. #59 - ALF (with Gino)

May 01, 2023 05:05 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

Join me and my cohost, Gino, as we recap this 1980's sitcom requested by Susanna. It's a whirlwind as I describe my foray into live TV, with a puppet!, Gino gets creepy and we finally learn the MAGIC word that explains all the lunacy! Among other things, we mention: Breakfast Time, Mrs. Kravitz, Mr. Belvedere, Betty White, Friends (of course) Stitch's Great Escape, E.T. and...Seinfeld. Join us for this FUN episode!

Ep. #58 - Soap (with Eden)

April 01, 2023 13:11 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Eden is back for her 15th time to discuss the 1970's sitcom "Soap" which was requested by our listener, Ian Gyle. This show makes us ask the question: "How far is too far?" Among other things, we mention: Scavenger Hunt, Little Jimmy Nixon, Golden Girls, Blossom, Rosemary's Baby and...Seinfeld

Ep. #57 Bonus - Brady House! (with Eden)

March 13, 2023 17:14 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MB

What was it like for Eden, a Super Fan, to stand at the doors of the Brady Bunch house? Find out in this short bonus episode!

Ep. #56 - Dark Shadows (with Emily)

March 01, 2023 02:28 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

Join me with Emily for her first time at the microphone as we tackle this classic gothic soap opera, where she displays her stunning knowledge of the classics! What will Emily think of a show that aired decades before she was born? Who is the greatest character in all of fiction? We discuss lots of facts and trivia throughout this podcast. Among other things, we mention: Cleavage & Blood, Gremlins, Batman, Bela Lugosi and...Friends! Come Join the Fun!!!

Ep. #55 - Father Knows Best (with Kristy)

February 01, 2023 20:00 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MB

Great Jumping Jeepers! Join me and my cohost Kristy as we recap this classic sitcom requested by my listener, Charles. Among other things, we mention: Princess Diana, Richard Simmons, The Young & the Restless, my dad, my cousin Pam, my Aunt Gloria, Aaron Spelling, Kirk Cameron and...Seinfeld!

Ep. #54 - Bloopers & Outtakes #3

January 01, 2023 12:28 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Here's another collections of outtakes, flubs and fun! Basically we laugh, we cough, we have technical difficulties , and we learn that I just can't speak! Happy New Year!

Ep. #54 - 2022 Bloopers & Outtakes

January 01, 2023 12:28 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Here's another collections of outtakes, flubs and fun! Basically we laugh, we cough, we have technical difficulties , and we learn that I just can't speak! Happy New Year!

Ep. 53 - Happy Days Christmas (with Tony)

December 12, 2022 17:14 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Join me and my cohost, Tony Marino, for the last podcast of the year! As we visit "Happy Days" at Christmas, we ponder: Is Fruitcake still a thing? I go on a mistletoe rant, and ponder my 8th grade crushes. Thanks to Tony, we become very close to getting German advertising dollars, and...we've got Chuck Cunningham! Among other things we mention: Joan Crawford, Norman Rockwell, The World Cup, Chekhov's gun, Saved by the Bell, Donuts vs. Kringles and...Seinfeld.  Join us for some fun!

Ep. 52 - Newhart Christmas (with Eden)

November 16, 2022 16:05 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

Eden is back for here 14th time to do our first Christmas episode of the season! What makes Christmas special? What's up with Christmas fruitcake? (Eden is perplexed) In perfect Christmas fashion, this show features special guests: Mary, Joseph and the Three Wisemen. We mention, among other things: Papa Elf, Poltergeist, The Griswalds Pee Wee Herman, Auntee Fee, a Christmas pack of sardines, and...Seinfeld! Join us for some heartwarming Christmas fun!

Ep. 51 - The Facts of Life (with Ted)

October 31, 2022 01:44 - 49 minutes - 46.3 MB

Join us for our first Halloween podcast! We recap the Halloween episode of the 1980's sitcom "The Facts of Life," and we've got a mystery to solve! Among other things, we mention: Sweeney Todd, The Brady Bunch, Michael J. Fox, Our neighbor Mr. Pete, Colombo (X2), Rick Springfield, Lenny & Squiggy, Catherine the Great, Carol Baskin, My Aunt Net, The Price is Right, Bananas in Pajamas, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and...Seinfeld!

Ep. 50 - Silver Spoons (with Viktoria)

October 01, 2022 01:04 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

This week I have a guest cohost, Viktoria! We recap the pilot episode of the 1980's sitcom "Silver Spoons," which was requested by my listener, Darryl. Find out why Viktoria thinks this is a Full House knockoff, what is a "thingy, thing, thing?" and why was there a tree in my locker? Among other things, we mention: Buck Rogers,  Bare Essence, NYPD Blue, Princess Diana, Coconut Head, Blue's Clues, The Champ (spoiler alert!), Animal House, Parentificaion and...Seinfeld! 

Ep. 49 - Day by Day, A Very Brady Episode (with Eden)

August 31, 2022 23:07 - 39 minutes - 37 MB

Join me and my cohost, Eden, for our first "on the fly" podcast. Is it Day by Day? Or is it The Brady Bunch? It's a great mashup and lots of nostalgic fun with a surprise element! Among other things, we mention: Disney, N.O. Saints, Friends, Melrose Place, General Hospital, A Mom for Christmas and... Seinfeld! We are obsessing about Cindy's photo in the opening credits and, "Is there a Chuck in the Carousel of Progress in Disney? " And Brady Dinosaurs? 

Ep. 48 - Taxi (with Caleb)

August 01, 2022 01:21 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

Caleb joins me to discuss the 1970's sitcom, Taxi, which was requested by our listener, Michael. We discuss all the fantastic stars who got their start on this show. Among other things, we mention: MASH, Cheers, Samoa cookies, Superior Donuts, Knobs?, naked hockey games, Back to the future and...Seinfeld. Also, how many times is TOO many to get married? And we answer the burning question: "Who is driving the cab over the Queensborough Bridge in the iconic opening? Don't miss this fun episode...

Ep. 47 - The Dick Van Dyke Show (with Gino)

July 01, 2022 18:07 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

Join me and my cohost, Gino, for his 8th time at the microphone as we discuss the TV classic, The Dick Van Dyke Show! this episode is jam packed with facts about the cast, characters and the show! We also do a deep dive into the classic show opening! Among other things, we mention: 13 Going on 30, Mel Brooks, Happy Days, Pleasantville, Broaches, Vegas Vacation, Friends, Godzilla, Hamilton, WandaVision, Mad About You, Jackie Kennedy Onassis and...Seinfeld!

Ep. 46 - WKRP in Cincinnati (with Ted)

June 01, 2022 02:57 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MB

I Welcome my husband, Ted, Back for his 9th time at the microphone as we review WKRP in Cincinnati, which was requested by our listener, Karen Day. Among other things, we mention: Thomas Jefferson, David Cassidy, Three's Company, Ted's Grandpa, Welcome Back Kotter and tight jeans. Also - Which two co-stars were having an offscreen fling? And...Ted and I reveal a highly personal story. Come join in to find out all about it!

Ep. 45 - Rescue from Gilligan's Island (with Eden)

May 03, 2022 00:32 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

Join me and my cohost, Eden, as we review the 1978 movie "Rescue from Gilligan's Island," Requested by Gabie. Will we have to suspend all reality, again? Among other things, we mention: Raise the Titanic, Jimmy Carter, Jaws, Taco Bell, Donald Duck, Party City, Survivor, Animal House, Jan Brady, Tom Hanks, Still the Beaver, I Dream of Jeannie and...Seinfeld! Join us for some fun!

Ep. 44 - The Golden Girls (with Gino)

April 09, 2022 00:39 - 47 minutes - 44 MB

Welcome Back Gino for his 7th time at the microphone as we recap an episode of this iconic sitcom, This show was requested by listeners Stephanie Catalanotto and Lori Daubert. We dive deep talking about the actresses and their characters, and pay special homage to the great Betty White. This is an extra special episode for all Golden Girls fans, jam packed with facts and fun. We tackle touch subjects,, like the size of the table and the doorknob. Among other things, we mention: Queen Elizabe...

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April 04, 2022 21:05 - 1 minute - 1.19 MB

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Ep. 43 - Happy Days (with Tony)

March 05, 2022 17:26 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

I welcome back Tony Marino for his 3rd time at the microphone for the classic "Jump the Shark" episode of equally classic sitcom "Happy Days," which was requested by our listener, Michael. Among other things, we mention: Jack Benny, Troy Donahue, Lorne Greene, Bonanza, Indiana Jones, Superman, Full House and...Seinfeld! One thing is for sure, Tony loves the theme song. Join us for the fun!

Ep. 42 - The Twilight Zone (with Ted)

January 20, 2022 02:32 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MB

Please join me and my cohost Ted as we discuss this classic series. We discuss our obsession with this show, our love for Gabie Bacques and mention no less Than 50 of the episodes! Among other things, we mention: Disney World, Night Gallery, The Waltons, Jane Seymour, Eight is Enough, Columbo, Back to the Future, The Winter Warlock, The Music Man, Somewhere in Time, Bewitched, Christmas Vacation and...Seinfeld! Join us as we talk about what makes us nerds. It is a fun and action-packed podcas...

Ep. 41 - The Mary Tyler Moore Show Christmas (with Gino)

January 02, 2022 00:22 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Gino is back to discuss the Christmas episode from season one of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." Gino has strong opinions about Mary's apartment, as well as the only acceptable jelly on a PB&J sandwich. Among other things, we mention: Friends, Nick-at-Nite, Frank Gifford, Buddy Holly, Barry Manilow, Richard Nixon, Too Close for Comfort, Friends (again,) The Twilight Zone, Watergate, Aluminum Christmas trees, Friends (again,) Dateline and...Seinfeld! Also, Gino's wife (Eden) comes to the rescue ...

Ep. 40 - A Very Brady Christmas (with Eden)

December 24, 2021 15:26 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Eden is back for her 11th time to revisit her favorite, The Brady Bunch and recap their 1988 holiday reunion movie! Does Eden think Alice is there for the wrong reasons? Why is there a different Cindy? And does Eden really want Sam the Butcher dead? Among other things, we mention: Nick and Jessica, WandaVision, mustaches, butcher puns and...Seinfeld! Join us for this special Christmas podcast where Eden will present awards to the Brady Bunch!

Ep. 39 - Partridge Family Christmas (with Caleb)

December 20, 2021 21:06 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Caleb is back to tackle "The Partridge Family" at Christmas. Will he hate it as much as before? Or will the Christmas spirit make him a believer? Among other things, we mention: Austin Powers, Twilight Zone, White Christmas and Pentatonix. Join us for the fun!

Ep. 38 - Mr. Belvedere Christmas (with Lindsey)

December 14, 2021 00:48 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Welcome to our 2nd Christmas podcast! Lindsey to back to revisit the Owens family at Christmas. Among other things, we mention: Caleb's (Lindsey's husband, my son) first Christmas stocking, Larry Hagman, Dallas and...Seinfeld. And, this sitcom masterfully avoids the biggest Christmas cliché of all when they produce: NO MISTLETOE! 

Ep. 37 - Petticoat Junction Christmas (With Ted)

December 07, 2021 12:09 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Ted is back to help me kick off our first-ever holiday podcasting spectacular! We go way back to our first sitcom we podcasted (my favorite classic TV sitcom!) and visit them at Christmas! Among other things, we mention: The Honeymooners, Eight is Enough, Lloyd Bridges, the overuse of mistletoe and paint cans, LSU Tigers and...Seinfeld! Also, Ted is STILL talking about the girls swimming in the water tank! Also, at the end I will give a preview of our upcoming holiday episodes!

Bonus Ep. #5 - Outtakes Compilation

November 16, 2021 19:26 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MB

Whether we flub up, can't stop laughing, have to adjust equipment or are interrupted by a 4 year old who wants to show us what she has colored for us, these moments are always fun and we love to share them - Enjoy!

Bonus Ep. #5 - Outtakes #2

November 16, 2021 19:26 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MB

Whether we flub up, can't stop laughing, have to adjust equipment or are interrupted by a 4 year old who wants to show us what she has colored for us, these moments are always fun and we love to share them - Enjoy!

Bonus Ep. #5 - 2021 Bloopers & Outtakes

November 16, 2021 19:26 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MB

Whether we flub up, can't stop laughing, have to adjust equipment or are interrupted by a 4 year old who wants to show us what she has colored for us, these moments are always fun and we love to share them - Enjoy!

Ep. 36 - "Newhart Finale" (with Eden)

November 03, 2021 16:41 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

My cohost, Eden, is back for a record-breaking 10th time at the microphone for this historic moment! The series Finale of the Newhart show, from 1990, is considered by many to be the BEST sitcom finale of all time. Will Eden agree? This episode comes on the heels of our review of "The Bob Newhart Show" last week - and they are definitely tied together! Such a great TV moment! Among other things, we mention: Dallas, George Burns, Family reunion photo crashers and...Seinfeld!

Ep. 35 - "The Bob Newhart Show" (with Eden)

October 26, 2021 01:04 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Welcome to Part 1 of the "Bob Newhart Extravaganza!" This week, we discuss an episode of "The Bob Newhart Show" from season 5 in 1977. "More Newhart" was requested by our Spotify listener, Martin. Among other things, we mention: Dick Clark, Saturday Night Specials, Hannah Montana, Mad About You, 1970's Saturday Night TV lineup and...Seinfeld! Also, Remember to listen next week for Part 2 of the extravaganza when we recap the iconic "Newhart" show series Finale - known in many circles as the ...

Ep. 34 - "Out of This World" (with Caleb)

October 13, 2021 15:29 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

My cohost, Caleb, is back for his 7th time! But most important, it's his second time reviewing a show requested by our listener, Mary. You won't want to miss his opinion of this 1980's sitcom, and don't miss the humor meter segment! Among other things, we mention: Downtown Julie Brown, Saving Private Ryan, the fate of the classic Soap Opera, Chachi, Schindler's List, Saved by the Bell, Lenny & Squiggy, The Flying Nun, the Hallmark, Archie, Betty & Veronica and...Seinfeld!

Ep. 33 - "Gilligan's Island" (with Eden)

September 18, 2021 23:01 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

My cohost, Eden, is back to discuss this show that was requested by one of her best friends, Gabie! Our mantra for this episode is: We must suspend belief in all reality...although we repeatedly fail at it. Among other things, we mention: The Brady Bunch, the Friends theme, Love on the Spectrum, Frontier House, Barney Fife, Chocolate Cake, Barbara Bush, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and...Seinfeld! Oh...and Eden snorts! We answer the question: Who would Eden Marry? And, of course, we disc...

Ep. 32 - "Alice" (with Ted)

August 09, 2021 19:36 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MB

My better half is back to review the TV show "Alice," requested by our listener, Patrick. Join us as we play a round of "Marry, Shag, Kill," and hear about Ted's disturbing hunting story. Among other things, we discuss: Bee-hive hairdos, Arizona child labor laws, The Brady Bunch, The Facts of Life, The Godfather and...Seinfeld. Ted completely missed the best jokes, and...are we really podcasting in our "skivvies?"

Ep. 31 - "Andy Griffith Show" (with Bret)

July 19, 2021 23:32 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Bret is back for his second time and, he hates doing this as much as he hated it the first time! Among other things, we mention: Cheers, I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners, Return to Mayberry, Danny Thomas, uncomfortable chairs, questionable ages and...Seinfeld! Join us for some fun!

Ep. 30 - "Barney Miller" (with Gino)

July 12, 2021 20:05 - 37 minutes - 35 MB

Gino Gioe is back for his 5th time at the microphone to discuss this 1970's sitcom that was suggested by our listener Mike Kenny. Gino watched it three times, and had three different opinions! We discuss the characters, the set, my mom's bakery, my library poltergeist and, among other things, we mention: Scrubs, Liar Liar, Friends, Barney Fife...and we get a surprise cohost joining us in the middle of the podcast!

Ep. 29 - "That Girl" (with Kristy)

July 02, 2021 19:14 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MB

Join me and my cohost (and bestie!) Kristy Haynen, as we discuss "That Girl," a 1960's - 1970's sitcom requested by my listener Caroline. How will Kristy do on her first foray into podcasting? Join us as we discuss the debate of man vs. woman. Among other things, we mention: Gilligan's Island, M&M's, the Brawny Paper Towel Man, broaches, Julie Haynen, the "pop-in," Britney Spears and we try to answer the age-old question: Ginger or Mary Ann?

Ep. 28 - "All In The Family" (With Eden)

June 10, 2021 01:21 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Eden is back for her 7th time to talk about the this politically incorrect bombshell! Oof! What will a millennial say about her first exposure to Archie Bunker? Could this EVER be done today? We also mention: short skirts, submarines, Bridget Loves Bernie, the top 4 TV shows of all time (according to TV Guide)  and...Seinfeld!