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Join Lauren and Jesi as they re-watch their hero, Murphy Brown, navigate the waters of journalistic integrity and female empowerment, discussing 1990s nostalgia and the glaring relevance this show still has in our culture today. Plus, interviews with the cast and creators!www.MurphyBrownPod.comTheme Song Provided by Pond5 artist Patrick Coen
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Jesi and Lauren discuss the father of Murphy Brown's baby, the one who stayed, and the episode's importance in TV history. As well as the history of women over forty having babies in the 1990s, today.*We had an audio issue, so Lauren's audio may sound different for about one minute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murphy is pregnant! We chat about this important episode in the series, excerpts from the original script, articles and quotes from the time, the history of the pregnancy test, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back in February, Lauren and Jesi talked about Nancy Meyers' and Charles Shyer's 1987 classic Baby Boom, starring Diane Keaton, on our Patreon. This was in context to now it represents a period piece of the time in which Murphy Brown was created in 1987 for the 1988-1989 TV season. But at the same time, we felt releasing it here on the main feed as a tribute to Diane Keaton was fitting. EnjoyAs mentioned, you can hear Lauren talking about another Meyers/Keaton film, "Something's Gotta Give," HERE, on Franchisography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jesi and Lauren talk about the real issues around celebrities and tabloids making news up, as well as the impact on Murphy in her world, as well as chat about this hilarious episode with a message! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The gals talk about another stellar episode in Corky’s Place. Topics include the evolution of Corky Sherwood (Faith Ford), the concept of being as quippy in the moment as Murphy Brown and the history of the specials in the 1980s and 90s that inspired Corky’s Special and that amazing ending!l. Come on in and grab a cup of fake tea, a chair and “Let’s chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murphy and the gang are looking for a happy story, as our Jesi and Lauren dive deep into this season three classic, which may be the most topical episode they have covered so far. The gals deep dive into Murphy’s best rants, while Lauren continues the story of Stevie Wonder and Jesi introduces you to special guest star Ethan Phillips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Costume designer Sarah Cogan sat down with Lauren to discuss '90s women's fashion in terms of its influence and connection to Murphy Brown, as well as how TV, in turn, influences the fashion industry. Murphy may not have worn Prada, but she sure was a fashion plate!Check out more and show notes at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jesi and Lauren are joined by filmmaker Jessica Redish: a recent grad of USC Cinematic Arts, under the tutelage of Murphy Brown director Barnet Kellman! Jessica brings her love of Murphy since the age of twelve, as well as her experience with Barnet and Diane English, as a guest lecturer. Other topics on this special bottle episode include Corky’s growth and the history of a certain chart topper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lauren and Jesi sit down with Season Three writers Denise Moss, Steven Peterman, and Korby Siamis to discuss the origins of the Murphy Brown pregnancy plotline, as well as other Season Three revelations.Be sure to listen to our individual interviews with Steve and Denise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jesi and Lauren conclude this hour-long episode with Murphy and Frank’s funeral, as well as the backstory and Murphy Brown connection to actress Nancy Matte, and more!Check out the bloopers we discussed on the podcast on our Instagram page!For more, check out Show Notes on our website, at www.murphybrownpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The gals are ecstatic to have the great Susan Blommaert (Mr. Kaplan from The Blacklist, Doubt, X-Files, Edward Scissorhands, and more!)As you may have learned from our last episode, Susan was cut from the episode (check out the episode and our socials for the clip!), so this is your chance to learn not only about her role on the show but about her amazing career! Check out Susan's reel of amazing work on her IMDB page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a jam-packed episode of cuts, Jesi and Lauren go through not just the episode but the scenes (and secretaries) that ended up on the cutting room floor. They also break down what the flashbacks mean for Frank and Murphy's characters. Plus: more on the life of Stevie Wonder and how a near-death accident changed his perspective…much like our heroes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s spooky season on the Murphy Brown Podcast as Jesi and Lauren discuss the scariest villain in Murphy Brown history—late-stage capitalism and corporate America when the company AI buys the network… yes, A.I. in 1991! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A pod fave, Jim (Charles Kimbrough), writes a spy novel. Is he secretly in love with Murphy?! The gals chat about the history of the modern spy novel, the love of a “work wife,” and, of course, the return of Doris! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murphy (Candice Bergen) loses her voice in a wager episode of Murphy Brown. The gals talk about behind-the-scenes tidbits from the writers and more. Jesi goes into the history of the White House Press Corp, and Lauren talks about the unbelievable history of The Four Tops tune “The Same Old Song.”Previous episodes on the story of The Four Tops: Origins. 307: The Last Laughwww.murphybrownpod.comEpisodes By Songs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murphy is being wooed by another network with expensive gifts! Jesi and Lauren breakdown stories from the set, the fascinating history behind anchors such as Barbara Walters & Diane Sawyer jumping ship to other networks. Plus, cut comments from the original script and a deep dive into the props in Murphy Brown’s (Candice Bergen) office!You can watch this episode or Murphy Brown, Show Notes, and interviews - www.murphybrownpod.com*We recorded this episode before the passing of Patti Yasutake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The happy day has finally arrived! The season three season finale! We have so many cool extras to share, press, scenes, etc, many not available online, that we had to divide the episode into two parts, Side A and Side B! Murphy Brown is caught between two men, join us for two episodes!UPDATE:The Murphy Brown Cast on Pat Sajack! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let's chat trivia and game shows, and a little essay written by the great Joe Regalbuto (Frank) tells the podcast about the real-life "great water gun" fight of '91! Also, some Looney Tunes music history! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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