Brian returns to the show to discuss this amazing episode! I hope you enjoy this podcast!

“Charles seems to inherit a fortune and the whole town helps the Ingalls to spend the money, which starts to feel like a curse rather than a blessing.”

The Inheritance originally aired on February 6, 1978

 

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Karyne returns to the show and we jump into this amazing episode guest starring, Todd Bridges!  I hope you enjoy this episode!

“Yearning to escape the hard life that sent his father to an early grave, Solomon Henry, an 11 year old boy, runs away from his parents and seeks solace in the in Ingalls’s family.”

The Wisdom of Solomon originally aired on February 28, 1977

 

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Christina from the AvonleaCast Podcast returns to the show to discuss this tragic and shocking 2 parter! We discuss so many things so and I hope you enjoy this discussion!

“Charles and Albert travel with the Cooper family while on a delivery. A serious accident occurs while the Coopers are going down a steep hill. The Cooper parents are killed. Charles tries to find Cassandra and James a new home. When he can’t find anyone to take them both in, he feels he has to send them to an orphanage. After thinking about this idea some more, Charles decides to take care of the kids himself for a short period.

Reverend Alden eventually finds someone to take in the kids. However, this family just wants them to work. When Cassandra and James run away, their adoptive father doesn’t even go to look for them. When Charles finds the kids, he tells them that he will adopt them if they could stand the house being more crowded. They happily agree to stay with the Ingalls.”

The Lost Ones Parts 1 and 2 originally aired on May 4 and May 11, 1981

 

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Matilda Smith-Thompson joins me to discuss Author, Author! We talk about so much and I hope you enjoy this episode!

“During a trip to Walnut Grove, Caroline’s mother passes away. Her father is very grief-stricken, until son-in-law Charles – impressed with his stories about growing up in the Little House in the Big Woods – suggests he publish an autobiography.”

Author, Author originally aired on November 26, 1979

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Anne Quinn

Stephanie Bailey returns to the show to discuss one of Mark’s favorite episodes! We discuss so much!

“Aging circus daredevil Gambini the Great has a hypnotic effect on the children of Walnut Grove, especially Albert and Willie. A tragedy during one of Gambini’s stunts will provide a chilling lesson in hero worship.”

Gambini, the Great originally aired on November 9, 1981

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Megan Parker

Suzann Holland returns to the show to discuss this unforgettable episode!  In this one we get the adorable Peter Billingsley as a boy with a speech impediment. 

“James’ promising friendship with a young stuttering boy named Gideon Hale is jeopardized when he mocks the boy behind his back. When a devastated Gideon runs away, Caroline assists the boys’ parents in a frantic search for the young boy, while Charles and a remorseful James go on a delivery run to Sleepy Eye. A feral wolf that Charles meets along the way will play a key role in this story.”

No Beast so Fierce originally aired on January 4, 1982

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode is Jeff Griffin

I am joined by Cheyenne Hampton to discuss this sad, uplifting and unforgettable episode!

“An immigrant family provides an example of thankfulness and a reminder that freedom isn’t free after a property tax increase leaves most of Walnut Grove in no mood to celebrate the United States’ 100th birthday.” Centennial originally aired on March 17, 1976

I hope you enjoy this episode half as much as I enjoyed recording it!

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Susan King

Kelly Mielke takes a break from recording Dr. QuinnCast and writing The Prairie Review to join me in a discussion about Mortal Mission!

“Charles and Jonathan meet with danger as deadly as the disease they left behind them when they are sent for the medical supplies needed to battle an outbreak of anthrax in Walnut Grove.”

Mortal Mission originally aired on March 12, 1979

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Saya Ishida

Patrick Labyorteaux returns to the show to review his favorite episode of Little House on the Prairie!

Patrick talks about his memories from the set and this episode in particular.  We go for nearly 2 hours!

I hope you enjoy this conversation nearly as much as I did!

“While their fathers secretly trail them, young Albert Ingalls and Andy Garvey set off to prove their mettle as men by accepting a challenge to live by their wits during a week-long, overland walk from Walnut Grove to Sleepy Eye and back.”

Men Will Be Boys Originally aired on November 13, 1978

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Brandon Letulier joins me to discuss this shocking and unforgettable episode! “Charles travels to Chicago to console his old friend Isaiah Edwards when the man’s young son is killed in an accident.”

Chicago originally aired on November 23, 1981

 

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The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama

Lydia Kikuchi returns to the show from 17,000 KM (or 10563.31 miles) away to discuss this very memorable episode!

“Trying to convince Tom Carlin, blinded by a childhood bout with the measles, that he can lead a productive life, Adam Kendall battles Tom’s bitter, skeptical father and is unexpectedly aided by the underdog Winoka Warriors, who have just lost their star player to a rival football team.”

The Winoka Warriors originally aired on September 25, 1978

 

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Starting the year with a cast member interview!

Patrick Labyorteaux AKA Andy Garvey visits Walnut GroveCast to talk about his memories of Little House on the Prairie as well as his career. 

We discuss so much such as:

• What was Patrick’s Audition like?
• What was it like working as Andy Garvey on the Little House set?
• What’s next for Patrick?

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I was so pleased when Pamela Bob agreed to come onto the show to review an episode but what I was REALLY happy about was when we agreed to review Little Girl Lost!  To those who might be living under a rock, Pamela Bob is the writer, creater and star of a web series entitled, Livin’ on a Prairie which is an award winning, 6 episodic short comedy with a certain Little House on the Prairie twist!  Take my advice, look it up because you will LOVE IT!

I hope you enjoy this episode because Pamela and I were laughing and nearly crying throughout. 

Little Girl Lost originally aired on October 18, 1976

 

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Christy Havey returns to the podcast to discuss this beloved episode where Joe Kagan works up the courage to court Hester Sue, and learns she plans to marry an undertaker.  Joe also works with one of the blind school students to build up his courage, Hester Sue is not a big fan of his methods but in the end, Joe gets the girl.

This hilarious overview is on imdb, “Joe Kagen moves to Sleepy Eye to assist at the school for the blind. While there he begins to develop feelings for one of Mary’s students.”

Make a Joyful Noise originally aired on January 26, 1981

 

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A tradition on the podcast is an annual review of Christmas at Plum Creek!  This year joining me in the discussion is Kelly Mielke, Suzann Holland and Stephanie Bailey! Thank you so much for joining me to discuss this legendary LHOTP episode!

I hope you enjoy this roundtable discussion as much as we had recording it, It’s another LONG one so buckle up!

Christmas at Plum Creek originally aired on December 25, 1974

 

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“Mark, When are you going to review The Pilot Movie?” Thanks to the help of Matilda Smith-Thompson, Leah Mitchell and Kelly Mielke I finally have an answer and that answer is, NOW!

We discuss so much such as:

• Was Pa lashing out too much at Laura?
• How does The Pilot version of Caroline compare to the TV series version?
• What WAS the snow budget of this movie?

I hope you enjoy this roundtable discussion as much as we had recording it, It’s a LONG one so buckle up!

The Pilot Movie originally aired on March 30, 1974

 

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Jerry Lange from the OSI Files Podcast joins me to discuss this legendary episode with guest stars, Johnny Cash and his wife, June Carter! 

We discuss so much in this episode and I hope you enjoy it nearly as much as we did while reviewing it!

“After rescuing a seriously ill Reverend Alden from his runaway wagon, down on his luck Caleb Hodgekiss devises a plan to fleece the charitable townsfolk of Walnut Grove.”

The Collection Originally aired on September 27, 1976

 

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Laura Ingalls Wilder Legacy and Research Association is dedicated to preserving the legacy and furthering scholarship of Laura Ingalls Wilder. This is a wonderful discussion I had with the President of the LIWLRA, Sarah Manley!

Sarah is a true Bonnethead and loves the television show as well as the books!  We had a great conversation about her organization and the plans for LauraPalooza 2022: The Wilder Side in Vermont!

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Mark is joined by Kelly Mielke and Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama to discuss this oft-forgotten Little House on the Prairie Movie!  

We discuss so much in this episode and I hope you enjoy it nearly as much as we did while reviewing it!

Gobble-gobble!

“Little House on the Prairie” Thanksgiving clip show in which Laura Ingalls reminisces about the Ingalls’ journeys and struggles during a family Thanksgiving gathering.”

Little House Years Originally aired on November 15, 1979

 

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Karen Grassle AKA Caroline Ingalls was kind enough to sit with Walnut GroveCast to discuss her new book, Bright Lights, Prairie Dust. We discuss a number of really great things and I hope you enjoy this Walnut GroveCast exclusive!   Order Bright Lights, Prairie Dust with this link: https://www.amazon.com/Bright-Lights-Prairie-Dust-Reflections/dp/1647423139   You can follow Karen Grassle’s ongoing career at her website and social media outlets! https://www.Karengrassle.net Instagram @karengrassle Karen also has a new movie called, “NOT TO FORGET” coming out on November 26th! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn6b4bSoE3c      

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Karen Grassle AKA Caroline Ingalls was kind enough to sit with Walnut GroveCast to discuss her new book, Bright Lights, Prairie Dust. We discuss a number of really great things and I hope you enjoy this Walnut GroveCast exclusive!   Order Bright Lights, Prairie Dust with this link: https://www.amazon.com/Bright-Lights-Prairie-Dust-Reflections/dp/1647423139   You can follow Karen Grassle’s ongoing career at her website and social media outlets! https://www.Karengrassle.net Instagram @karengrassle Karen also has a new movie called, “NOT TO FORGET” coming out on November 26th! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn6b4bSoE3c      

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Shannon Quinten joins the podcast to discuss Silent Promises! We point out how everyone likes to point their finger at Almanzo for being Laura’s first TV kiss but in fact it was Daniel in this very episode!

We discuss so much in this episode and I hope you enjoy it nearly as much as we did while reviewing it!

“Laura takes a job tutoring a deaf boy named Daniel, teaching him how to communicate through sign language. Daniel makes more than an academic breakthrough – he develops a huge crush on Laura! Laura doesn’t know quite what to do, and makes some mistakes along the way in dealing with her situation.”

Silent Promises Originally aired on January 28, 1980

 

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Laura Solarin joins the show to discuss the episode, His Father’s Son!  We discuss the John Jr character as well as some miscellaneous discussion about the rifle that he received from Isaiah. 

There are a few really great cinematic shots as well as Radames Pera showing his acting chops, it is certainly worthy of another viewing. Please put this episode on again and join us as we discuss and break down this incredible episode!

“Isaiah Edwards attempts to bond with his newly adopted son and buys him a rifle so that the pair can go hunting together. However, his son, an avid reader, has no interest in hunting.”

His Father’s Son originally aired on January 7, 1976

 

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Wendi Lou Lee AKA Grace Ingalls joins me to review A Most Precious Gift!  I was nervous about this episode because, although I have spoken to Wendi several times, I have never had a cast member actually review an entire episode! 

I thought this was just simply the BEST!  Thank you so much for taking the time out of your schedule Wendi and I look forward to another one in the future!

“Newly pregnant Caroline Ingalls misunderstands a comment from husband Charles that he hopes their new baby will not be a girl.”

A Most Precious Gift originally aired on February 27, 1978

I hope you enjoy this episode!

 

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Kelly Mielke returns to Walnut GroveCast to discuss this epic Little House on the Prairie movie!  We discuss the common misconception that Albert died of leukemia and how odd it is that so many people misremember the same exact thing!  Is it an example of the very strange, Mandala Effect?  Who knows?!  Also, what’s the deal with climbing that mountain at the end?  

“Albert Quinn Ingalls wants to be a doctor. But soon he discovers that he is fatally ill. He decides to spend the rest of his life in Walnut Grove. Meanwhile children from school are preparing for their traditional climbing of the mountain which we have never heard of before”

Look Back to Yesterday originally aired on December 12, 1983

 

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The end of Summer has arrived and so have the weekly episodes of Walnut GroveCast!  This summer I released a total of 15 episodes of Walnut GroveCast, 11 episodes of Bonnetheads and 13 episodes of The Little House Book Club and there is a lot more to come!  Although the podcast is returning to its bi-weekly roots there will still be releases of all of these podcasts to keep even the most demanding listener occupied!

Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting the podcast and for being such a tremendous part of the show! For supporters, there is an Antique book giveaway that is coming in the next week and in December there will be several giveaways that I am excited about, you know it’s a good giveaway when it is something YOU want to keep! It’s very cool and antique so stay tuned!

Peyton England joins the show to help me discuss this episode that follows Johnny Johnson and Isaiah to the big city!

“Taking full responsibility for filling Johnny Johnson’s head with exaggerated tales of travel and adventure, Mr. Edwards goes with him when Johnny takes off to see the world, hoping to protect the credulous farm-boy from dangerous situations and unscrupulous characters while trying to convince him to go back home.”

To See the World originally aired on March 5, 1975

I hope you enjoy this episode!

 

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Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama returns to the show to discuss this heartbreaking episode about the power of belief in adults and children. Red Buttons guest stars as the charismatic Willie O’Hara who plays a travelling medicine salesman.

“Jovial Willie O’Hara, a traveling, patent-medicine salesman, comes to Walnut Grove with his talking crow and chimpanzee “circus”, appears to immediately cure Mr. Hanson’s incurable headache and convinces most of the community that his remedy is good for anything, and everything, that ails them. But an angry Doc Baker must intervene when Mrs. Oleson believes that the potion will cure her life-threatening appendicitis and later, Laura learns a difficult lesson when she expects O’Hara’s miraculous medicine to heal her seriously injured best friend…her beloved dog, Jack.”

Circus Man originally aired on January 29, 1975

I hope you enjoy this episode!

 

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Susan King returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me review and discuss this memorable and dramatic episode.

There is a lot in this episode including:

• could someone really fire a shotgun with one hand?
• is Nellie the worst singer in hero township?
• is Charles is really believable as a Doctor?

“On a dark and stormy night, Laura and Mary are staying alone at the School for the Blind when they are taken hostage by a trio of escaped convicts.”

Darkness Is My Friend originally aired on January 21, 1980

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Kelly Mielke returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me tackle this episode about taking chances. We discuss how Charles is the ultimate smooth talker for a MLM scheme, how feisty Mary is the best Mary and how the toy rocking chair is kind of creepy! So much is packed into this episode and I hope you enjoy it!

“Fearing a swindle, angry Walnut Grove farmers vent their frustration on the anxious, pregnant wife of the man who promised them a good deal on hybrid corn and then doesn’t show up with the grain as agreed, unaware that an accident has overturned his fully-loaded wagon and left him lying seriously injured down a steep slope, just out of sight of the road.”

Money Crop originally aired on February 19, 1975

 

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Suzann Holland returns to the show to discuss this strange and uncomfortable episode about family and guilt.  Charles is really laying the charm on thick in this episode but don’t worry because Charles has the answers to fix everything!   

“While out of town to buy horses, Charles Ingalls boards with Brett Harper, a man who is emotionally withdrawn from his unhappy family and trying to lose himself in work and whiskey, blaming himself for the accidental death of his oldest son in a riding accident four years earlier.”

Someone Please Love Me originally aired on March 5, 1979

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Whitney Griggs joins me in this episode about a shy student who wants to learn and how adults can sometimes be completely cruel. We dive into everything about this episode and just have a great time!

“Caroline’s special efforts to teach a shy, older boy to read while she is substitute-teaching for an injured Miss Beadle are ruined when mean-spirited Mrs. Oleson humiliates him in front of the class and he vows never to return to school.”

School Mom originally aired on November 13, 1974

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Lydia Kikuchi joins me to discuss this beloved episode! 

“Charles and Jonathan are picking up a freight delivery for Mr. Olesen when they bump into Toby Noe, an old friend from Winoka. Charles convinces him to come visit them in Walnut Grove. Toby comes to visit. He goes to church with the Ingalls the next day and when he’s greeting people at the door, Rev. Alden tells Charles they need to have a meeting to find someone who can play their new organ instead of Harriet. Toby can play, so he agrees to play that very morning. Unfortunately, he’s a spirited player and Miss Amanda Cooper fusses at Rev. Alden for that ‘un-church-like’ music. Toby finds her spirited and it’s love at first sight. He tries everything to make her like him. At the same time, Laura is trying with Albert’s help to get Jason, a boy at school, to like her. Unfortunately, Laura and Toby both go to the annual barn dance alone, but they both end up with the partner they want.”

Dance With Me Originally Aired on January 22, 1979

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Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode!  It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable headphones or sit in your most comfy chair!   

“Albert, complicit in bad company, has been the protagonist of thefts several times, but now he risks going to reform school. Charles goes out of his way to put the boy in line and decides to send him to Walnut Grove, but things get worse.”

Home Again Part 2 Originally Aired on February 7, 1983

 

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Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode!  It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable headphones or sit in your most comfy chair!   

“Albert, complicit in bad company, has been the protagonist of thefts several times, but now he risks going to reform school. Charles goes out of his way to put the boy in line and decides to send him to Walnut Grove, but things get worse.”

Home Again Part 2 Originally Aired on February 7, 1983

 

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Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode!  It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable headphones or sit in your most comfy chair!   Part II is being released on Thursday!

“Albert, complicit in bad company, has been the protagonist of thefts several times, but now he risks going to reform school. Charles goes out of his way to put the boy in line and decides to send him to Walnut Grove, but things get worse.”

Home Again Part 1 Originally Aired on February 7, 1983

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Karyne returns to the podcast to discuss this double episode that really shouldn’t have been a double episode! Karyne and I go down many rabbit holes and I hope you enjoy!

“A circus comes to Walnut Grove and one of the most popular attractions is `Wild Boy’, a boy in a cage who goes mad when the circus owner torments him.”

Wild Boy Part 1 originally aired on November 1, 1982 and Part 2 on November 8, 1982

 

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I am joined in this review by Stephanie Bailey!  We had a great time discussing all the strange storylines and discuss why exactly did Caroline accompany the Crane’s to Annie’s art gallery premiere?  Thank you so much Stephanie for reviewing this episode with me!

“Believing that she was abandoned at an orphanage as a child because she was losing her sight, blind artist Annie Crane angrily refuses her seriously ill birth mother’s request to meet her.”

Portrait of Love Originally Aired on October 27, 1980

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I am joined in this review by Jeanie Mitchell! We have a great time talking about this episode that works on the development of the Albert and James relationship. Jeanie discusses her book and we just have a great time!

“James begins feeling insecure about his place in the Ingalls family, and tries a little too hard to emulate the older Albert. When he is caught with a shaving blade stolen from the Mercantile, James runs away, leaving Albert to go find him and convince his adopted brother to come back home.”

Growin’ Pains Originally Aired on October 9, 1981

You can Find Jeanie’s book, “Beauty from Ashes” here: https://www.amazon.com/Beauty-Ashes-Jeanie-Schneider-Mitchell/dp/1096109093

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Kelly Mielke returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me break down this crazy episode! many of you may already know that Kelly and I have been working on another podcast called, Dr. QuinnCast which discusses the television show Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman! We chose The Werewolf of Walnut Grove because it aligns with our #lunarpalooza festivities at Dr. QuinnCast! 

We hope you enjoy this episode of Little House and also take a moment to check out what we’re doing over at https://drquinncast.com! 

“School bully Bart begins menacing his classmates, especially Albert. Tired of the constant harassment, Albert creates a paper maché werewolf mask to terrorize Bart into ceasing his bullying behavior. It works, until Carrie opens her mouth! It takes a joint effort by all of Bart’s classmates to make him stop bullying.”

The Werewolf of Walnut Grove originally aired on January 7, 1980

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J-Jaye Hurley joins me to discuss what we both agreed was one of our favorite and most memorable episodes from when we were kids!  There is so much fun to be had in this episode and when Jacob and Laura finally bring their haul to Mr. Sprague we are right there next to them in spirit.  Thank you J-Jaye for joining me on this memorable and always fun episode!

“While fishing in a stream, Laura and a friend discover something shiny in the water. Believing that it is gold, Laura and Jonah take many secret trips to this spot to gather it all. Laura fantasizes about all the wonderful things she can afford for her family, but when she and Jonah haul their findings to the bank, they are both heartbroken and humiliated to learn that it is only “fool’s gold.” Laura feels that she has disappointed the people she loves, but Charles has an important lesson to teach her about what he and Caroline really value in their children.”

At the End of the Rainbow originally aired on December 10, 1975

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Brandon joins me to discuss this unforgettable and sometimes shocking episode in which Mr. Applewood comes to town to replace Ms. Beadle!  Brandon and I discuss so much and I have a wonderful time, thank you for joining me Brandon! “When teacher, Miss Beadle, is deemed unable to control some of the rowdy, older boys in her class, Mrs. Oleson convinces the Walnut Grove school board to replace her with a firmer, male hand. But the new schoolmaster tries to bully his students into submission and singles little Laura out as a troublemaker, blaming and punishing her for the slightest infraction even when she isn’t the one responsible.”

Troublemaker originally aired on February 25, 1976!

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Shannon Quinten joins me to discuss Uncle Jed!  We discuss the seasoning of cast iron, how cool Jed’s buggy is and all types of things in this unforgettable episode!  I hope you enjoy!

“Charles and Caroline are about to adopt James and Cassandra, but then Uncle Jed comes forward demanding custody of the Cooper children.”

Uncle Jed originally aired on February 1, 1982

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Matilda Smith-Thompson joins me to discuss this truly great episode!  These ‘newer’ episodes are often overlooked but I cannot recommend this one more! We have amazing performances from all of the Carter’s but the development of the Sarah Carter character is really wonderful!.  Thank you for joining me for this discussion Matilda!  It was so much fun and I look forward to the next one!

Sins of the Fathers Originally aired on January 10, 1983

 

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Episode 2

100 Mile Walk is one of the first early episodes I remember having a lasting effect on me.  There’s dynamite, there’s a man who will walk for 100 miles for work, Caroline and the other women pull together and get some serious work done, there’s a reckless Irishman and there’s sledgehammers – it’s all in all a crazy episode which will leave you teary eyed towards the end with tragedy, sadness and happiness when we get a glimpse of (spoiler) Charles returning to his family in the little house.    A perfect episode!

This (and A Harvest of Friends) was “lost” for at least the last 6+ months! Since I don’t think I ever officially released these episodes on their own I thought I would give them the modern WGC treatment!  If you never heard these episodes I hope you enjoy this oldie!

“When their wheat crop is ravaged by a hailstorm, the discouraged Walnut Grove men leave town to search for work. During his long walk, Charles meets Jack Peters ‘powder monkey’, a flamboyant hard rock miner who recommends Charles for the well-paying but dangerous job, part of a 2-man hole drilling team needed to hand-set blasting charges in a rock quarry. Meanwhile, back in Walnut Grove, Caroline organizes the women to try to salvage what they can of the damaged wheat. In the end, though separated by distance and circumstance, the pioneer families work together to meet the challenge of unpredictable prairie life.”

100 Mile Walk Originally aired on September 25, 1974

 

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Episode 1

A Harvest of Friends is an extremely memorable episode for so many! Chris Hasler and I discuss this classic episode in this VERY FIRST pilot episode of Walnut GroveCast!  This (and 100 Mile Walk) was “lost” for at least the last 6+ months! Since I don’t think I ever officially released these episodes on their own I thought I would give them the modern WGC treatment!  If you never heard these episodes I hope you enjoy this oldie!

“Charles and his family settle on farmland by Plum Creek just outside the town of Walnut Grove. To support his family until he can bring in a harvest, Charles works several jobs, establishing himself as a valued community member and a man of his word.”

A Harvest of Friends Originally aired on September 11, 1974

 

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Episode 139

Cheyenne Hampton joins me to talk about lots of ferns, widows, Caroline’s jealousy and all types of great stuff as we tackle this unforgettable and eye opening episode!

“Caroline and the girls can’t help but think the worst when Charles begins to behave mysteriously and later lies about the amount of time he has spent doing carpentry work for their lovely, young neighbor, the widow Elizabeth Thurman.”

For My Lady Originally aired on March 10, 1976

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Dean Butler returns to the show to discuss his newest book and how busy he is preparing for the Simi Valley 50th Anniversary at the end of this month!  

I hope you consider pre-ordering his book, Prairie Man: My Little House Life & Beyond https://www.amazon.com/Prairie-Man-Little-House-Beyond/dp/0806543299

Meet Dean and so many of your favorite Little House on the Prairie cast members at the 50th Reunion at Simi Valley – buy tickets now! https://littlehousefestival.com

 

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Episode 138

The Bonnetheads Podcast will be officially released in the next 2 weeks!

In this very first episode of Bonnetheads I present a new Wagon Talks with Chris Hasler and Traci Ryland! 

Special Thanks to John Mapes Music for allowing me to use his excellent cover song in the episode!  You can watch his hilarious Little House Tribute here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93Vjps2HriA Please Subscribe to his Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSg9fwvgW1fZltdlVM-9UsQ

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Episode 137

Leah Mitchell returns the show to discuss this MAYBE Halloween episode!  Thank you so much Leah – it was so much fun!

“Junior detectives Andy and Laura take tips from fictional sleuth Farnsdale Fremont of Scotland Yard to track down the mysterious Walnut Grove chicken thief, ruffling a few feathers of their own along the way.”

The Creeper of Walnut Grove Originally Aired on October 24th 1977

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Episode 136

I had the honor of speaking with Ketty a couple weeks ago. It was truly one of my favorite interviews with a previous cast member of Little House on the Prairie and we discuss everything from Ketty’s name to African-American’s in WWII and even to events that caused Michael Landon to have to reschedule the days shoot because of her health condition.  

Ketty’s amazing book can be found here:

Links to things we discussed:

It’s Good to Be Alive – Michael Landon produced film co-starring Ketty “The story of former Brooklyn Dodger catcher Roy Campanella” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0071676

Dorothy Shay: Friend of Ketty’s https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790114

Julia TV Show https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062575/

Eleanor Roosevelt and the Tuskegee Airmen https://www.fdrlibrary.org/tuskegee

How Dorie Miller’s bravery helped fight Navy Racism https://www.navytimes.com/military-honor/salute-veterans/2019/11/01/how-dorie-millers-bravery-helped-fight-bigotry-in-the-navy/

I hope you all enjoy this episode!

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