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Dr. QuinnCast: The Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast

Dr. QuinnCast: The Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast
Author: Kelly Mielke and Mark Jeacoma
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They said a woman doctor couldn’t make it on the new frontier, but here we are to talk about the trials and tribulations of Dr. Mike and Co.! Come along as Kelly, a seasoned viewer of the classic ‘90’s television series, joins Mark from Walnut GroveCast on his first journey through the show! A mutual obsession with Little House on the Prairie first brought Kelly and Mark together. After collaborating on several Prairie-related projects, Mark has agreed to take the exploration of the Prairie to the Colorado Rockies. Bring along the scalpels and the chloroform as we apply our love of television and bygone eras--and a set of fresh eyes-- to take a new look at Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman and its wide range of themes, fascinating characters, tragedy, and humorous moments!
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
“The town of Colorado Springs is preparing for an event of a lifetime, the marriage of Sully and Dr. Mike. Unexpected guests include Dr. Mike’s mother Elizabeth Quinn and two of her sisters Rebecca and Marjorie. They have brought with them enough Boston finery to pull off a splendid society wedding. Meanwhile General Custer has put out a bounty on Cloud Dancing which could interfere with the wedding.”
For Better or Worse Part 1 originally aired on May 20, 1995
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
“Dr. Mike matches wits with a notorious Indian hater, Major Samuel Morrison, as she tries to mediate a peace treaty between Black Moon’s braves and the cavalry, which would include a full pardon for Sully and allow him to return home. Dying of consumption, Black Moon agrees to surrender if his braves are allowed safe passage to the reservation. Wellend Smith, an emissary sent by President Grant, sides with the Indians, but Maj. Morrison is determined to thwart the agreement and put them in prison. Dr. Mike and Sully must look toward Sgt. McKay for support in upholding the law.”
Safe Passage originally aired on December 13, 1997
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
“When Colleen, who is working on a college paper, asks Dr. Mike to recall her most memorable case, Dr. Mike looks back on the five turbulent years she’s lived and loved in Colorado Springs. As they sit with Andrew, who is mysteriously ill at the clinic, Dr. Mike reminisces about her tumultuous career — its successes and its failures — and realizes how many divergent cases she has seen and treated. When Andrew’s condition takes a turn for the worse, Dr. Mike warns Colleen about the fine line between emotional involvement and professional detachment, an issue with which she has long struggled in the frontier town that’s now her home.”
Colleen’s Paper originally aired on February 8, 1997
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
“As Jake and Teresa look forward to their wedding day, Dr. Mike and Sully struggle to free Cloud Dancing, who was captured and put in prison for leaving the reservation. Dorothy is so disturbed at the thought of Cloud Dancing in jail that she contemplates helping him escape and fleeing with him into the wilderness. Meanwhile, Teresa introduces Jake to her visiting aunt, Dona Verano, and her cousin, Carlos, a priest. The visit turns sour when the older woman takes an immediate dislike to Jake and tries to prevent the marriage.”
Happily Ever After originally aired on April 11, 1998
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“His Father’s Son” is the twenty-third episode of Season 5 of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, aired on May 10, 1997. Written by Carl Binder and directed by Jerry London, it’s the 116th episode of the series. In this episode, Sully struggles with his role as Brian’s father figure, allowing Dr. Mike to set rules, which leads to Brian’s misbehavior with friend Anthony. Sully eventually recognizes Brian’s need for paternal guidance. Meanwhile, Brian, jealous of his sister Katie, acts out after receiving a letter from his biological father, Ethan, causing mischief like starting a fire and getting injured while hopping a train to Mannitu. Dr. Mike confronts Andrew over unethical practices at Preston’s hotel, where the American Medical Society holds a convention.
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“The Fight” is the twenty-third episode of Season 6 of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, and the 141st episode of the series. In this episode, a professional boxer named Shane arrives in Colorado Springs to challenge Robert E., a former boxer, to a match to settle a past score. Robert E. initially refuses but is drawn into the fight due to personal and communal pressures. Dr. Michaela Quinn worries about the physical toll on Robert E., given his age and health, and tries to intervene. Meanwhile, the town grapples with the excitement and moral dilemmas surrounding the boxing match, highlighting themes of pride, redemption, and community.
Director: Steve Dubin
Writer: Philip Gerson
Date Aired: May 9, 1998
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
In the Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman episode “The Body Electric,” aired on April 5, 1997, Dr. Michaela Quinn encounters the renowned poet Walt Whitman, who arrives in Colorado Springs. Whitman, struggling with health issues, forms a bond with the townsfolk, particularly Brian, as he shares his poetry and unconventional views. However, his presence stirs controversy due to his rumored homosexuality, leading to tension among some residents. Michaela defends Whitman, advocating for tolerance, while the episode explores themes of individuality, acceptance, and the power of art in a conservative frontier town.
The Body Electric originally aired on April 5, 1997
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Marjorie Quinn, Dr. Mike’s sister, arrives in Colorado Springs post-divorce, embracing her newfound independence. Dr. Mike is initially intrigued by Marjorie’s liberated lifestyle until she begins an out-of-wedlock relationship with Loren, causing tension. Marjorie’s bold actions, including her arrest for attempting to vote, highlight her progressive spirit. The episode explores themes of freedom and societal norms in 1872.
Writer: Philip Gerson
Director: Gwen Arner
Starting Over originally aired on May 10, 1997
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode. We Hope you enjoy it!
In “A Place to Die,” the twelfth episode of Season 5 of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Dr. Michaela Quinn faces a crisis when a mysterious staph infection spreads through her clinic, causing the deaths of several patients. The episode begins with Franklin, a railroad station worker, dying from the infection after treatment for a splinter, followed by Mr. Jacobs, who succumbs after a hernia operation. Dorothy Jennings, treated for a minor cough, also falls gravely ill but survives. As fear grips Colorado Springs, townspeople avoid the clinic, suspecting it as the source of the outbreak. Dr. Mike, with help from Sully, Colleen, and Dr. Andrew Cook, investigates and traces the infection to contaminated items within the clinic, particularly the linens, after Mrs. Yung contracts it while cleaning sheets. Faced with no other solution, Dr. Mike makes the heart-wrenching decision to burn all the clinic’s contents, including her books and diplomas, and fumigates the building with sulfur to sterilize it. Though the town remains wary, Sully’s successful treatment for stitches begins to restore trust in Dr. Mike. Meanwhile, the episode explores the growing romance between Colleen, home from college, and Andrew, adding a lighter subplot amidst the medical drama. The story highlights Dr. Mike’s resilience and the community’s struggle with fear and loss in the face of an invisible threat.
Director: Alan J. Levi
Writer: Beth Sullivan
Episode: Season 5, Episode 12 (Series Episode 105)
A Place to Die originally aired on December 14, 1996
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Kelly and Mark rave about the 3-minute short Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman, a hilarious parody we both adore and wish had more like it!
Release Date: December 3, 2014 (United States), available on platforms like Prime Video.
Director: Lauren Palmigiano (credited as LP).
Writers:
Lindsay Kearns (written by)
Beth Sullivan (credited for characters created, as she was the creator of the original Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman).
Producers: Dan Bernstein and Eleanor Winkler.
Cinematographer: Jonathan Nicholas.
Cast:
Jane Seymour as Dr. Michaela Quinn
Joe Lando as Byron Sully
Jonelle Allen as Grace
Orson Bean as Loren Bray
Geoffrey Lower as Rev. Timothy Johnson
Henry G. Sanders as Robert E.
Charles Baker (known for Breaking Bad’s Skinny Pete) in a cameo.
Runtime: 3 minutes
Production Company: Funny or Die, a comedy content platform known for satirical skits.
The short humorously subverts the family-friendly tone of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993–1998), which starred Jane Seymour as a compassionate doctor in the Old West. In Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman, Dr. Quinn has turned to prescribing morphine, cocaine, and whiskey, addicting the entire town. The parody mimics Breaking Bad’s visual and narrative style, with Quinn adopting a Walter White-esque persona, complete with dramatic close-ups and a drug-lord attitude. Key gags include Quinn forcing morphine on a patient with a minor injury and a Breaking Bad-style title card. The original cast’s return adds nostalgic appeal, while the exaggerated premise pokes fun at gritty TV reboots. Critics and fans found it a clever, if brief, send-up of both shows.
The film has a 7.2/10 rating on IMDb and is lauded for its sharp satire and the cast’s commitment to the absurd premise. It’s a niche but entertaining piece for fans of the original series or Breaking Bad.
Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman originally aired on March 12, 1994
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We needed the perfect episode of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman to launch our Stonerpalooza and what better episode than The Tom episode?! We hope you have a laugh and enjoy our discussiona s we revisit this classic. This is a palooza that can be found over on Walnut GroveCast Podcast as well as the LandonNation Podcast!
“Dorothy’s son, Tom, returns home from battle with a morphine addiction. Mike, hoping for a solution to the problem, consults Cloud Dancing.“
Life and Death originally aired on March 12, 1994
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode – We hope you enjoy this discussion.
“During a stroll with Sully, Brian scales a tree to mimic the eagle from Sully’s tale, aiming to prove he can fly, but he tumbles and strikes his head. Initially, all appears well, and the townsfolk prepare to construct a schoolhouse. Enthusiastic, Brian assists Loren until his vision fades. Loren hurriedly takes him to Dr. Mike, who diagnoses the issue but lacks a solution. She telegraphs a Boston doctor for guidance on the nearest expert. Staying by Brian’s side, Dr. Mike learns the specialist is en route, only to discover Brian has fallen into a coma. After a two-day absence, Sully returns, and a frightened Michaela lashes out at him. When they learn the stagecoach will be delayed, Dr. Mike resolves to perform the surgery herself.“
The Operation originally aired on May 8, 1993
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“Dr. Michaela Quinn and the townsfolk of Colorado Springs face a medical mystery when a young orphan boy, recently taken in by Grace and Robert E., begins exhibiting symptoms of an unknown illness, prompting Michaela to investigate amidst the community’s growing concern. Meanwhile, the boy’s arrival stirs emotional challenges for Grace and Robert E., who are still grappling with their own past losses, testing their resilience as they care for him. As Michaela works tirelessly to diagnose and treat the boy, the episode explores themes of compassion, healing, and the bonds that form in the face of adversity, set against the rugged backdrop of the Old West. Directed by James Keach, this installment highlights the strength of found family and Michaela’s unwavering dedication to her patients.”
Change of Heart originally aired on January 6, 1996
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Kelly and Mark discuss this unforgettable episode – We hope you enjoy this discussion.
“In “Wave Goodbye” from Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (Season 6, Episode 5), Dr. Michaela “Mike” Quinn becomes troubled when a Russian princess, staying as a guest at Preston’s hotel, claims she can communicate with the dead. The princess’s assertions create tension, likely influencing the people of Colorado Springs, while Dr. Mike, rooted in her medical and rational perspective, grows increasingly concerned about the situation and its effects on the community. The episode explores the clash between the princess’s mystical claims and the town’s dynamics, unfolding as a dramatic frontier tale.
princess’s background spiritual beliefs”
Wave Goodbye originally aired on October 25, 1997
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“Sully’s best friend asks him to come to Nevada to help him. Loren suffers a stroke and Dr. Mike believes that he can recover if he works at it, but Loren’s negative attitude prevents any progress.”
Promises, Promises originally aired on November 11, 1995
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“Dr. Mike grapples with her fear for Brian’s safety when the youngster befriends a seemingly harmless but eccentric fellow who thinks he’s a bird and covers himself with feathers in an attempt to fly. Martin Von Hoffman, the birdman, not only tries to fly, he also sleeps in a nest and literally pecks at his food when Dr. Mike invites him home for dinner. To her alarm, Martin turns out to be an escapee from a New York insane asylum. She is torn between returning him to the asylum or allowing him to carry on his self-deception in peace.”
Birdman originally aired on April 18, 1998
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“Mike harbours suspicions that the new teacher, a good friend of hers, is abusing her students. The Reverend Johnson’s feelings for the woman complicate matters.”
Just One Lullaby originally aired on April 9, 1994
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Kelly and Mark discuss this uncomfortable but important episode. We hope you enjoy this discussion.
“Even though Dr. Mike and the Reverend Johnson favor the opening of a Indian school on the reservation, Cloud Dancing sees it as the final destruction of Indian culture.”
Hearts and Minds originally aired on March 9, 1996
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Kelly and Mark revisit this classic episode. Thank you so much for listening to Dr. QuinnCast and we wish the absolute best of wishes to you and your family this holiday season and new year!
“Mike and family receives a gift from Boston in the form of a poodle, Brian develops a crush on Sara, Preston deals with a painful kidney stone, and the reverend Johnson plans to stage a nativity pageant.”
Fifi’s First Christmas originally aired on December 16, 1995
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Kelly and Mark dive deep into this modern Christmas classic starring none other than, Jane Seymour and Joe Lando! Come along as we discuss everything about this modern Mike and Sully romance!
“Molly is a recently widowed woman who reluctantly takes on the job of directing a Christmas pageant. She soon finds herself falling for Hank, the leading man and the town’s most eligible bachelor.”
A Christmas Spark originally aired on November 27, 2022
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Was really bummed out by this ep. Not only is the slur for Romani folks thrown around multiple times, but there's also a joke about what someone's pronouns are. It was a surprise to hear this stuff from a podcast where i normally feel so at home and comfortable.