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We're recapping season 3 of Beverly Hills, 90210 and it's our favorite season so far.    Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message, call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We had technical issues with this episode, but it's fixed now and ready for your enjoyment. Season 2 of Beverly Hills, 90210 is less "after-school special" and more "primetime teen soap opera." 

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We're discussing the 1985 film Girls Just Want to Have Fun starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Helen Hunt, and Shannen Doherty. One of us loved this movie growing up, and the other just watched it for the first time.    Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message, call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Sylvia (Parts One and Two) is arguably the most disturbing story ever depicted on Little House on the Prairie. We watched the episodes again so that we could talk about them. And we will never watch them again! Join us as we explore our feelings about this tragic tale. 

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One episode is not enough, so we're taking the 90s teen drama Beverly Hills, 90210 season by season.  This week, we discuss the after-school-special style of the first season.    Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We couldn't get enough of Little House on the Prairie last week, so we're back for more. 

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Lots of Gen X Americans watched Little House on the Prairie as kids. Today we're looking at it through our middle-aged eyes. 

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Have you ever heard of the Coogan Act? Do you know where the law originated or how it got its name? It's an interesting tale involving a highly recognizable actor. 

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Natalie raises the mind-blowing notion that the 18th century wasn't that long ago, yet also seems so far away. We also make our case for the return of new and fresh sitcoms. 

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After a very long hiatus, we're finally back in the driver's seat and talking about the iconic 1970s sitcom Taxi starring Danny DeVito and a whole bunch of other people.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message, call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Join us as we learn about Sophia Loren's unusual marriage, annulment, and re-marriage.

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Join us as Rebecca informs Natalie about the time Richard Belzer was knocked out cold by wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan.

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We discuss The Nanny star Fran Drescher's claim that she was abducted by aliens as a child.

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Join us as we discuss the 1996 Tom Hanks musical dramedy That Thing You Do. The film stars Tom Everett Scott, Liv Tyler, Steve Zahn, Johnathon Schaech, Ethan Embry, Charlize Theron and more. 

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Join us as we discuss our love for Back to the Future, its time travel rules, and quirks. We really didn't have to watch the movie again because we've seen it so many times... but of course we watched it anyway.

Back to the Future starred Michael J Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Chrispin Glover, and Thomas Wilson... to name a few. 

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V was a hit miniseries with the shortest show name on record. It's a sci-fi cult classic and a clever social commentary. Join us as we recap the 1983 miniseries and subsequent sequel V: The Final Battle.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

This week we explore a prime-time family sitcom whose main character was from another world- literally. It's not Mork from Ork. We're talking about Gordon Shumway, better known to his Earth friends as Alf.    Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

This episode was originally published on May 14, 2019. Some information such as websites or offers may be obsolete.   Settle in on the Davenport with us while we discuss the most handsome TV dad in black and white Dick Van Dyke. This 1960s sitcom also starred Mary Tyler Moore, Rose Marie, and Morey Amsterdam.     For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

This episode was originally published on June 11, 2019. Some information such as websites or offers may be obsolete.   Rebecca takes Natalie down the rabbit hole of her favorite eighties detective show Simon and Simon.  Gerald McRaney and Jameson Parker star as two brothers as different as night and day. It's a gratuitous romp into sexy 1980s San Diego crime and mystery.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Can you believe we're at the last season of the primetime soap Dallas? We've recapped every season since the beginning and we're going to miss the Ewings so much! The easiest way to find our recaps of seasons 1-13 is by visiting our website tvtangents.podbean.com/.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Things get slightly out of hand this week as we return to Who's the Boss? starring Judith Light, Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro, and Katherine Helmond.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

This week your hosts get a little overly excited about one of the hottest sitcoms of the 80s. We discuss Who's the Boss? starring Judith Light, Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro, and Katherine Helmond.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We're finally recapping season 13 of the primetime soap Dallas. You can find seasons 1-12 in our podcast feed.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Newhart was a beloved sitcom that ran on CBS from 1982 to 1990. Join us as we discuss the cast and the iconic final episode.    See Suzanne Pleschette's interview on YouTube here.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Newhart was a beloved sitcom that ran on CBS from 1982 to 1990. Join us as we discuss our favorite episodes and the incredible cast of characters.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and we're still talking about it for a final week.   This week we discuss guest stars as well as our favorite episodes and moments. THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS! But seriously. It's 30 years later, so you can't get mad.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and we have big feelings about it. THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS! But seriously. It's 30 years later, so you can't get mad.   This week we talk about the cast including Queen Latifah, Kim Fields, Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, TC Carson, John Henton, and others.   You can hear TC Carson's smooth smooth voice on Spotify here.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and can't stop talking about it. How did we miss this show the first time around? In this first of three episodes, we talk about the characters, the romantic relationships, and the origin of the show. Living Single stars Queen Latifah, Kim Fields, Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, TC Carson, and John Henton. For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

  You asked for Columbo and we brought you Columbo. This week we're discussing the 1970s detective series starring Peter Falk and his beloved Peugeot 403. We even brought on a special guest to tell us why Columbo is trending with Gen Z.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Airplane! was an instant classic when it was released by Paramount in 1980. Zero Hour!, a 1957 remake of a Canadian air disaster drama was not. Join us as we compare the two.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

It's been a minute (five years) since we introduced ourselves and why we do this podcast, so we're doing that again. Check us out on TikTok for tons of retro clips.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Your TV Tangents hosts recap season 12 of the prime-time soap Dallas. Lucy is back, JR has a new young problem on his hands, and SueEllen prepares the ultimate revenge.

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The makers of Laugh In tried to push the envelope once again with the 1969 sketch comedy Turn-On. Unfortunately, even Tim Conway couldn't save this show from being sacked mid-stream. 

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Is Jack Handey a real person? 

On this week's episode we discuss the origin of these Deep Thoughts long before they appeared on Saturday Night Live. And like so many things it brings us back to the Monkees.

TADPOLES! TADPOLES IS A WINNER!!

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We know Christmas is over, but we watched White Christmas for the 87th time and we want to tell you about it. 

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This week we're discussing everyone's favorite novelist/amateur sleuth played by Dame Angela Lansbury. Murder She Wrote is a show of a thousand guest stars and we're here for it. 

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Your TV Tangents hosts recap season 11 of the prime-time soap Dallas. There's one cast member missing this season and a ton of new faces (like Brad Pitt!). 

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THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON JULY 9, 2019. SOME PROMOS MAY BE OBSOLETE. 

We're taking a look back at the cheating scandal that rocked the game show world in 1984. But first, we have to tell you our fateful dill pickle popcorn story.

WARNING: If you suffer from misophonia, don't listen for the first four minutes or so. 

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It's peak 80s around here as we tackle the ultimate nuclear family sitcom, Family Ties. This week we discuss the cast, guest and guest stars and the final episode. 

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It's peak 80s around here as we tackle the ultimate nuclear family sitcom, Family Ties. Rebecca is going to gush over this show for two whole episodes while Natalie gives her first impression. 

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You've seen The Golden Girls, but did you stick around for The Golden Palace? 

This week we dive into this short-lived spinoff that's actually the final season of one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. Before Don Cheadle was a big movie star he starred as the hotel manager beside Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty, and Cheech Marin.

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We're back to talking about Frasier starring Kelsey Grammer. 

This week's topics included Daphne and Niles' relationship and Daphne's "weight problem." 

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Hello, Seattle! And everybody else. 

Join us as we hop into a two-parter on the highbrow sitcom Frasier starring Kelsey Grammer. 

This week we discuss the history of the show, the theme song, and give our opinions on Frasier's impossible highrise apartment. 

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THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON JUNE 18, 2019. SOME PROMOS MAY BE OBSOLETE. 

Are you ready for some old-timey crazy? This week we discover the true inspiration for the classic Warner Brothers cartoon One Froggy Evening. You're going to want to hear this because it is bananas. 

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Our apologies for the audio quality of this week's episode.

We're discussing the classic 1990 romcom Pretty Woman starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. 

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THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 11, 2018

Rebecca and Natalie unwillingly delve into possibly the cringeworthiest episode of any sitcom ever: Diff'rent Strokes; the Hitchhikers.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode is about kidnapping and contains very brief references to false imprisonment and attempted assault. 

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Our apologies for the audio issues this week as we discuss the 1957 cop drama Decoy aka Policewoman Decoy starring Beverly Garland. 

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It's the final descent in our two-parter on 80s/90s sitcom Wings. We talk about the cast and guest stars and close up last week's cliffhanger. 

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Nothing will make you want to move to Nantucket more than binge-watching Wings starring Crystal Bernard, Steven Weber, and Tim Daly. Join us for the first of a two-part episode. This one ends with a cliffhanger!

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Diamonds, Daisies, Snowflakes, That Girl Chestnuts, Rainbows, Springtime... Is That Girl She's tinsel on a tree... She's everything an every-girl should be!

Thanks to the listeners who requested That Girl starring Marlo Thomas. We had so much fun watching it! This episode was recorded over Zoom, so the sound quality isn't what our listeners are used to. But hopefully, we'll soon be back in our studio and sounding better than ever. 

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