Walnut GroveCast

Brian Mehlenbacher returns to the podcast and helps Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. I Hope you enjoy it!    “Veteran wrestler Milo Stavroupolis arrives in Mankato to take on local challengers. His cunning promoter, Jimmy Hart, persuades Jonathan Garvey to face the aging fighter, unaware the match is rigged. Behind the scenes, Stavroupolis is grappling with emotional and physical tolls from his long career, compounded by his wife Anna’s pleas for him to retire as she battles her own serious illness. Moved by Jonathan’s compassion, Milo agrees to let him step in for the upcoming championship match.”   The King Is Dead originally aired on November 12, 1979     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post The King Is Dead first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Christina returns to the podcast to discuss this sometimes hilarious episode! Title: Fred Writer: Don Balluck Director: Michael Landon Air Date: November 29, 1976 In “Fred,” Laura Ingalls trades 40 cents for a troublesome billy goat named Fred to save him from Mr. Parsons’ shotgun. The goat’s antics wreak havoc in Walnut Grove, from eating Charles’ rushes to headbutting Mrs. Oleson and getting drunk on Mr. Edwards’ moonshine. Charles, frustrated after a grueling job, demands Fred go, but Laura’s persistent optimism leads her to seek homes with Carl’s pa and Reverend Alden, all ending in comedic disaster. When Fred eats Phineas Jenks’ rushes, it forces Jenks to pay Charles $12, earning Fred a reprieve. Ultimately, Laura finds Fred with a herd of nanny goats, choosing to let him stay with his new family. This lighthearted episode, directed by Michael Landon, blends slapstick humor with lessons on responsibility and letting go, showcasing Laura’s growth and the Ingalls’ resilience amidst chaos. 10 Heartfelt Quotes: “He’s the last of his kind.” “He kind of looks like a Fred.” “I saved his life.” “I think we ought to just leave him.”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Fred first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Sherri Benner joins me to discuss this unforgettable episode!  Title: Quarantine Season/Episode: Season 3, Episode 13 Air Date: January 17, 1977 Director: Victor French In Little House on the Prairie’s “Quarantine,” a deadly mountain fever outbreak in Elmsville prompts a strict lockdown in Walnut Grove. Isaiah Edwards, believing himself immune, escorts Dr. Baker to the afflicted town but fears he’s brought the fever home when his adopted daughter, Alicia, falls ill. Racked with guilt from a past epidemic that killed his first family, Isaiah isolates Alicia in his old cabin. Laura Ingalls, ever the compassionate troublemaker, sneaks raspberries to Alicia, only to mistake poison ivy for fever spots and join the quarantine, fearing she’s infected. As Isaiah collapses from exhaustion, Laura tends to both him and Alicia. Charles braves obstacles to fetch Dr. Baker, who reveals Laura’s “fever” is just a rash. Alicia recovers, and the town breathes a sigh of relief, proving that love and a good misdiagnosis can conquer even the scariest frontier plagues. 10 Heartfelt Quotes I Chose “Laura, we should pray to God that it doesn’t.” “It’s my fault. I brought it to her.” “Second time I brought it to my family.” “Lost my wife and my little baby girl.” “The worst part about being sick, I think, is how sad it makes other people.”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Quarantine first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Kelly Mielke from The Dr. QuinnCast Podcast returns to help me dive into this hilarious episode! Title: Wave of the Future Season/Episode: Season 8, Episode 10 Air Date: December 7, 1981 Director: Maury Dexter Writer: Don Balluck In “Wave of the Future,” Harriet Oleson, lured by Major Guffey’s promise of riches, transforms Caroline’s restaurant into a franchised “Mrs. Sullivan’s Kitchen,” complete with a rigid menu of pan-fried steak, beef stew, or roast chicken. The military-style efficiency backfires, overworking Caroline, Hester-Sue, and Harriet while alienating customers craving variety. Nels, skeptical from the start, teams up with Charles to open a rival restaurant, exploiting a contract loophole to sabotage the franchise. The plan works, and Guffey, revealing “Mrs. Sullivan” as a paid actress, terminates Harriet’s contract. Harriet, humbled, returns to running a family restaurant. The episode, a satirical jab at corporate greed, ends with a humorous nod to history as Harriet dismisses a pitch for a fried-chicken-only restaurant, unaware it foreshadows KFC. It’s a heartwarming reminder that community and authenticity trump soulless progress. 10 Heartfelt Quotes I chose: “It’s nights like this I wish I was somewhere else. Anywhere else.” “I know what you mean.” “The job, I can’t handle it. I’m here all day, I stay late.” “I’m worn out when I get home in the evening, I never even see my family.” “I don’t want to put you in a tight spot, but I have to give my notice.”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Revisiting Wave of the Future first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Sarah and Laurie from the Laura Ingalls Wilder Legacy & Research Association visit the podcast to discuss this amazing episode and what can be expected at Laurapalooza 2025! Learn more about the Laurapalooza event here https://www.liwlra.org/laurapalooza/ Episode: “Days of Sunshine, Days of Shadow” (Season 8, Episodes 17 & 18) Date Aired: February 15, 1982 (Part 1), February 22, 1982 (Part 2) Director: Michael Landon Writers: Don Balluck, Bob Fraser In the Little House on the Prairie two-parter “Days of Sunshine, Days of Shadow,” Almanzo and Laura Wilder face a relentless string of hardships. Almanzo’s dreams of a thriving horse-breeding business and bountiful wheat crop are shattered when he contracts diphtheria, suffers a stroke, and watches a hailstorm destroy his fields. As he grapples with paralysis and despair, Laura struggles to support their newborn, Rose, and keep their family intact. Eliza Jane, Almanzo’s sister, urges a move to Minneapolis, clashing with Laura’s determination to stay in Walnut Grove. A tornado further devastates their home, pushing Almanzo to the brink. Yet, through resilience and love, he secretly builds a new house, symbolizing hope amid ruin. Directed by Michael Landon, this emotional saga blends melodrama with heartfelt moments, showcasing the Wilders’ unbreakable spirit against frontier adversities, with a geranium’s survival mirroring their enduring strength. Some Quotes I Chose “It’s like a dream come true, a dream come true!”  “Laura: Can we afford it?”  “It’s almost embarrassing being so happy.”  “Just make sure you two don’t start calling me ‘gramps.’”  “Would you stop worrying about me, please?”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Revisiting Days of Sunshine, Days of Shadow first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Sarah Waggle joins the podcast to discuss this amazing episode Check out Sarah’s Youtube channel and learn about astrology! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-IJdQHc37FkCOXL7_JHkZA Episode: “I’ll Be Waving as You Drive Away” (Season 4, Episodes 21-22) Air Date: March 6, 1978 (Part 1), March 13, 1978 (Part 2) Director: William F. Claxton Writers: Arthur Heinemann (Part 1), Carole and Michael Raschella (Part 2) In Little House on the Prairie’s “I’ll Be Waving as You Drive Away,” Mary Ingalls faces a life-altering diagnosis: scarlet fever’s lingering effects are stealing her sight. As Walnut Grove grapples with a measles outbreak and economic collapse driven by a railroad cartel, Mary’s world darkens—literally and emotionally. Her initial denial and bitterness give way to despair when she wakes up blind. Sent to a blind school in Iowa, Mary resists help until meeting Adam Kendall, a blind teacher whose tough love sparks her resilience. Through Braille and determination, Mary finds purpose, aspiring to teach at Adam’s new school in Winoka. Meanwhile, the Ingalls family confronts financial ruin and decides to relocate, bidding a tearful farewell to Walnut Grove. This Emmy-nominated two-parter, blending heartbreak with hope, showcases Mary’s transformation and the family’s unyielding spirit, proving that even in darkness, light can be found. Some Quotes I Chose “Why can’t I just sit here?” – Mary “Pitying yourself won’t help.” – Adam “I wonder how much of our lives are spent worrying about things that just don’t mean anything.” – Charles “God must have chosen Mary for some very special purpose.” – Reverend Alden “It’s a huge, dark place filled with hidden obstacles.” – Mary     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Revisiting I’ll Be Waving as You Drive Away first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Cindy Wilson returns to the podcast to discuss this amazing episode Check out Cindy’s newest book, We Suffered Much: Charles Wood Irish and the Dakota Territory Railroad Survey of 1879-1881 https://www.amazon.com/We-Suffered-Much-Territory-1879-1881-ebook/dp/B0D3S7ZTMH Episode: The Empire Builders (Season 9, Episode 9) Air Date: November 22, 1982 Writer: John T. Dugan Director: Joseph Pevney IMDb Rating: 7.5/10 In The Empire Builders, Walnut Grove buzzes with excitement over a new railroad depot, promising jobs and growth. However, the Minneapolis and Western Railroad, led by Spencer Hollingsworth, plans to seize farmers’ lands, including Almanzo Wilder’s and John Carter’s, via eminent domain. Initial enthusiasm sours as the town realizes the cost: evictions and a rowdy railroad camp complete with a saloon. Almanzo and Carter, backed by Isaiah Edwards, resist, facing threats from railroad enforcer Wilkins. Laura rallies the women to join the men in a standoff at Carter’s farm, while surveyor Hobson proposes rerouting the tracks through Tracy. The community’s united front forces Hollingsworth to relent, sparing Walnut Grove. The episode, a blend of drama and defiance, showcases the power of collective resistance against corporate overreach, with Laura’s fiery leadership and Carter’s final triumph underscoring the town’s love for their land. Some Quotes I Chose “Money won’t buy happiness, but you can look for it in fancier places.” “Property is property. What we own is what we work and sweat for.” “What we own is a part of us.” “This land… It’s part of us now.” “I’m a lot tougher than you think, Mr. Wilder.” “This is our land, and we fight for it together.”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Revisiting The Empire Builders first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Jen Woods visits Walnut GroveCast to discuss this amazing episode!  I hope you enjoy our fun conversation!  “The Gift” – Little House on the Prairie Season/Episode: Season 2, Episode 6 Air Date: October 27, 1975 Writer: Rocci Chatfield Director: William F. Claxton In “The Gift,” Laura and Mary Ingalls aim to surprise Reverend Alden with a fancy Bible for his birthday, using the Sunday school’s $1.67 treasury. Laura, ever the schemer, convinces Mary to invest in Dr. Briskin’s Homeopathic Remedies, hoping to double their money by selling them. Their sales pitches flop hilariously—Laura’s sob stories backfire, and Mary’s health quizzes scare folks off. As the birthday nears, guilt consumes them; they even fake “larangutus” to skip church. Charles forces them to confess, and Reverend Alden, in a touching twist, uses their mistake—a medicine case—as a perfect holder for his cherished, worn Bible. His sermon on love over material gifts lifts their spirits, proving good intentions trump gold lettering. This heartwarming episode blends humor and redemption, showcasing Walnut Grove’s tight-knit community and the Ingalls sisters’ earnest, if misguided, hearts. Some quotes I personally chose: “Laura: We just wanted to get Reverend Alden the best Bible that we could.” “Alden: The question is, have you learned anything from this mistake?” “Alden: This old Bible’s like love.” “Alden: It’s the gift of love that’s the greatest gift of all.” “Laura: Please, pa. We didn’t mean to do it.”     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post We Revisit The Gift first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Christina returns to the podcast to revisit this episode with me – I hope you enjoy it!  Divorce, Walnut Grove Style Season/Episode: Season 7, Episode 7 Air Date: November 10, 1980 Writer: Don Balluck Director: Michael Landon In Little House on the Prairie’s “Divorce, Walnut Grove Style,” newlyweds Laura and Almanzo Wilder face marital strife that spirals into comedic chaos. Laura, overwhelmed as a schoolteacher, serves watery stew and neglects household chores, irking Almanzo. Their bickering escalates when Laura misinterprets a note—“My Only Love… Brenda Sue Longworth”—as proof of Almanzo’s affair with an old friend, Brenda Sue, who’s actually just celebrating her published song. Jealousy drives Laura to a public brawl with Brenda Sue and a dramatic exit to her parents’ home, fueled by Harriet Oleson’s gossip. Charles and Caroline urge reconciliation, but Laura’s stubbornness persists until Almanzo clarifies the note’s innocent meaning. The couple reconciles, vowing better communication, while Charles’ ongoing struggle with a picture window adds humor. This episode, directed by Michael Landon, blends sitcom-style misunderstandings with heartfelt lessons about trust and love in marriage. Some Quotes chosen by me: “I’m doing the best that I can! Why can’t you understand that?” (Laura) “Because all I understand is I work hard all day, I come home to a half-cooked meal and a house I can’t sing in because you’ve turned it into a library!” (Almanzo) “There’s just no excuse for a husband to call his wife stupid.” (Charles) “You know, I just can’t get over that boy calling my daughter stupid…” (Charles)     The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Divorce, Walnut Grove Style first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Shannon Quinton returns to the podcast to discuss this episode that gives us a hint at Nels’ backstory as well as viewing the future of the Laura and Almanzo’s love story.   Annabelle (Little House on the Prairie, Season 6, Episode 5) Writer: Del Reisman Director: William F. Claxton Air Date: October 15, 1979 Network: NBC Guest Stars: Harriet Gibson (Annabelle), Ken Berry (London), Billy Barty (Owen) In “Annabelle,” a traveling circus rolls into Walnut Grove, bringing joy and buried family secrets. Nels Oleson is horrified to discover his estranged sister, Annabelle, is the circus’s “fat lady,” a role he’s ashamed of due to her size. His shame, rooted in childhood, strains their reunion, while Annabelle embraces her role with pride, finding purpose in making people laugh. Meanwhile, Laura grapples with jealousy as Almanzo dates the haughty Christie Norton. London, the circus leader and secret sad clown, recruits Laura and Albert as clown helpers, leading to hilarious antics, including dousing Nels with water. The episode shines as Nels confronts his insecurities, publicly embracing Annabelle in a heartfelt finale. With themes of self-acceptance and reconciliation, this episode, directed by William F. Claxton and written by Del Reisman, balances humor and heart, proving the prairie’s biggest show is family love. Some Quotes chosen by me: “He’s my brother… and he’s still ashamed of me.” (Annabelle) “I make people laugh… that’s not a bad thing to do, Nels.” (Annabelle) “I love someone. His name is Almanzo.” (Laura) “I have a place in this life… I was put here for a purpose.” (Annabelle) “I’m the one who is ashamed.” (Nels) “I’m proud to say… my sister, Annabelle.” (Nels) Annabelle originally aired on October 15, 1979   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Annabelle first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Kelly Mielke and I decided to discuss this heartwarming and unforgettable episode while also doing a crossover with our other podcast, LandonNation! We break down this amazing episode and I hope you enjoy it!  “Ingalls and his employer Mr. Hansen are anticipating a large income from a big job they have done. The Ingalls plan to pay their bill at the Mercantile store and more. Unfortunately, when Mr. Hansen learns that his client cannot pay, that means he cannot pay Mr. Ingalls and has to close his mill. With the bonus income lost, and the lack of regular income, the family has to think how they will pay their debts and keep up their other duties. Mr. Ingalls works for the livery owner, grooming and caring for the horses he owns. Once done there, he works for a local farmer to fix an irrigation system on his property. But, the women of the family want to help, too. Caroline and Laura plant a double crop of vegetables for the winter and plan to sell the eggs as they have been collecting. Mary plans to leave school temporarily to work for Mrs. Whipple, the seamstress, sewing assorted clothing items for ladies of the community. Laura continues in school, bringing home lessons to Mary so she doesn’t get behind on her schoolwork. When she herself gets behind on turning in her homework, she tells Miss Beadle she ran out of tablet paper and doesn’t want to ask her father to buy it. Miss Beadle offers a solution to the problem and all is much better.”   The Richest Man in Walnut Grove originally aired on September 10, 1975   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post The Richest Man in Walnut Grove first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Emily Freitas joins the podcast while she’s about to give birth! We break down this amazing episode and I hope you enjoy it!  Writer: B.W. Sandefur Director: Michael Landon In “Gold Country,” a two-part episode of Little House on the Prairie, relentless rain devastates the crops in Walnut Grove, prompting Charles Ingalls and Isaiah Edwards to seek fortune in a gold rush 400 miles away in Deadwood. Facing economic hardship, they convince their families to join the perilous journey. Upon arrival, they encounter inflated prices, scarce claims, and a rough town, eventually moving to Newton, 50 miles west. Initial optimism fades as they struggle to find gold, and tensions rise with dangerous prospectors. Tragedy strikes when Mr. Delano is killed over his gold, and Mr. Griffin desecrates a grave for riches, shaking the community. Disillusioned, Charles reflects in a heartfelt church speech, choosing family over wealth. The Ingalls and Edwards families abandon the gold chase, returning home with renewed values, passing hopeful newcomers on their way. 5 Best Quotes Charles: “There’s nothing in the world that makes a man feel so bad as knowing there’s just nothing he can do.” This captures Charles’ frustration and helplessness amid the rain-ruined crops, driving his decision to seek gold. Caroline: “Charles Ingalls, if you think I’m going to put up with having you underfoot around here for the next 6 months, you’ve got another thing coming.” A tender yet firm nudge from Caroline, showing her support for Charles’ risky venture with love and humor. Isaiah: “I did this so we could get some flour or some bacon.” Isaiah’s justification after gambling reflects his desperate intent to provide, despite Grace’s skepticism. Charles: “I asked God to give me the strength to forget about it, to turn my back on it… and to let me take my family home.” In his church speech, Charles reveals his epiphany, prioritizing family over the fleeting promise of gold. Laura: “Ask him to please forgive me.” Laura’s plea to Charles about Mr. Zachariah underscores her guilt and innocence after unintentionally causing harm. 5 Trivia Questions Question: What natural disaster forces Charles and Isaiah to consider leaving Walnut Grove? Answer: Relentless rain that destroys the crops. Question: How far is the gold rush location from Walnut Grove, as mentioned by Charles? Answer: 400 miles. Question: What item does Charles request at Nels’ store that they are out of? Answer: Baking soda. Question: What tragic event involving Mr. Delano shifts the tone of the episode? Answer: He is killed by prospectors seeking his gold. Question: What does Charles ultimately decide to do after his church speech? Answer: Take his family back home to Walnut Grove.   Gold Country originally aired on April 4, 1977   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Gold Country first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Ara the AI assistant comes on board to discuss The Handyman in this experimental and short episode!  Ara is provided by Grok.com and X.com Please listen until the very end!  “Meddling Mrs Oleson starts tongues wagging when a handsome itinerant handyman stays in the Ingalls’ barn while helping Caroline with a kitchen addition.”   The Handyman originally aired on October 3, 1977   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Ara the AI Joins the Podcast as my new Cohost! We discuss The Handyman first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Cori Rice joins me to discuss this sometimes romantic and sometimes hilarious episode of Little House! “Adam and Luke Simms arrive in Walnut Grove, where Luke quickly falls for Nellie Oleson despite his unconventional appearance—barefoot and in overalls over long underwear—which horrifies Nellie’s mother, Harriet, who forbids their relationship. Meanwhile, Luke enlists Mary’s help to pick out a ring for Nellie’s birthday, but a misunderstanding leads Nellie to believe he’s toying with her feelings, prompting her to complain to Miss Beadle, who then confronts Adam Simms and unexpectedly begins to fall for him. As tensions rise, Luke and Nellie decide to elope, marrying and heading to a hotel, only to be tracked down by Harriet, Nels, Adam, and Miss Beadle, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. Alongside this, a budding romance blossoms between Miss Beadle and Adam, adding a tender counterpoint to the youthful impulsiveness of Luke and Nellie’s union.”   Here Come the Brides originally aired on December 5, 1977   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Here Come the Brides first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Christina returns to the show to tackle this controversial and “skipworthy” for many episodes. Personally, I liked it and I hope you enjoy this discussion!  “In the intertwined stories set in Sleepy Eye, James and Albert stumble into a bank robbery orchestrated by a ruthless gang. During the heist, James is critically wounded, leaving him in a coma. Initially, the doctor informs Charles, James’ father, that his son is unlikely to survive, prompting a grief-stricken Charles to team up with Mr. Edwards—and later Albert, who defies orders to stay behind—to hunt down the culprits. As weeks pass with James still comatose, Charles refuses to accept his son’s fate, growing increasingly abusive toward his family and friends under the strain. Overwhelmed by their pleas to let James go peacefully, Charles flees with his adopted son, Albert, into the woods. There, in a desperate act of faith, he constructs an altar and beseeches God for a miracle to save James.“   He Was only Twelve Parts 1 & 2 originally aired on May 3 & 10, 1982   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post He Was only Twelve first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Filmmaker Amy C Elliott returns to the podcast to discuss one of the more frightening episodes of LHOTP.  We dive into a ton of things and I hope you enjoy it! “Laura and Andy find a Mama in a trap and two pups nearby. They take the “dogs” home, only to find out they are wolves. At the same time, some dogs that used to be pets but were released to the wild have gotten really wild and have been attacking some livestock in town. Charles and Caroline have gone out of town and Mary is left in charge of Laura and Carrie. She is under stress so she is a little too bossy and Laura runs to her tree house as often as possible or hangs out with Andy. They overhear that Jud Larabee (whose livestock was attacked) knows about their wolves and thinking they are responsible is going to come and kill the wolves. So, Laura and Andy move the wolves to Laura’s barn. While out there, Carrie and Mary hear the dogs coming and they all go to the barn and end up trapped in the loft because the dogs burrow under the door and get in. The local farmers come to the rescue and kill the dogs and find out that the mama wolf actually saved Andy’s life!”   The Wolves originally aired on October 17, 1977   Amy’s work is amazing and I really hope each of you check it out on her website https://www.ace-photography.com   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post The Wolves first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Maryann returns to the podcast to discuss this amazing episode!  We dive into a ton of things and I hope you enjoy it! “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   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Troublemaker first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Karyne returns to the podcast to discuss this amazing season 9 episode!  We dive into a ton of things and I hope you enjoy it! “While cleaning out a home in Walnut Grove that she recently purchased, Harriet comes across a bearer’s bond that she believes makes her eligible to receive over $14,000 from the town treasury.”   Welcome to Olesonville originally aired on October 11, 1982   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Welcome to Olesonville first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Emily Freitas joins the podcast to discuss this strange and out of place episode.  It’s a weird one so buckle up!  We dive into a ton of things and I hope you enjoy it! “Amelia Bevins is a new girl at school. Laura asks her to go home with her the afternoon of her first day at school to work on their essays and they go by the Blind School on the way home. When they get there, Laura and Albert and Andy start making fun of the over-weight man who has started working there. Amelia makes an excuse and runs off. Unbeknownst to them, it’s her father. Before they leave, Adam comes out and introduces Mr. Bevins and Laura realizes her mistake. That evening when Mr. Bevins goes home, he overhears his daughter telling his wife how her father embarrasses her because of his weight. He makes up a job on the railroad that will give him a lot of more money and convinces the people at the blind school that he has no family in town but could save the money he’s been spending on the room if they’ll let him stay in his storage room. They notice that he only works outside on the roof late at night and he works inside all day, but he says it’s cooler that way. When he accidentally falls through the roof and gets hurt, the doctor tells Adam that he could have surgery and get better but that Mr. Bevins has given up the will to live.”   The Man Inside originally aired on October 2, 1978   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post The Man Inside first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Welcome to the 5th Annual Roundtable discussion of Christmas at Plum Creek!  This time Chris Hasler, Cori Rice and Emily Freitas join me to discuss this timeless classic in the world of Little House on the Prairie.  I hope you enjoy this episode and I that you and your family have a happy and safe holiday season and New Year!  “Christmas is coming and everyone is saying that it is a time for secrets and not to ask questions. Laura wants to buy something expensive for her mother and has to come up with a way to pay for it. Mary tries to decide what to make her Pa. Carrie uses her Christmas penny to buy a special present for Baby Jesus. It is a good Christmas!”   Christmas at Plum Creek originally aired on December 25, 1974   The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post 5th Annual Christmas at Plum Creek Roundtable first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.