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Don't Touch That Dial

Author: Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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We look back on classic TV shows and discuss the shows and stars that made watching TV before streaming, DVRs, and VCRs a whole lot of fun.


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From Woody and Rebecca from Cheers to Colonel Potter from M*A*S*H on this episode we will discuss some of the best and not so great character replacements on some of our favorite shows.
Sitcom Lockdown

Sitcom Lockdown

2024-05-2229:02

Unlock the laughs as we reveal tv show characters who found themselves trapped in confined spaces. We'll discuss why being locked in a room (or elevator) was sitcom comedy gold in the classic TV era.
Benson, Mrs. Garrett, Mr. Belvedere, Alice ... just some of our favorite housekeepers and butlers. Join us talk about why we love them and the influence they had on the families they served.
TV Spinoffs - Part 2

TV Spinoffs - Part 2

2024-05-0833:31

So little time - so many spinoffs. In this episode, we talk more about some of our favorite TV spinoffs.
TV Spinoffs - Part 1

TV Spinoffs - Part 1

2024-05-0124:57

Join us as we discuss some great tv shows like Laverne and Shirley, The Jeffersons, Good Times, Benson, The Ropers, Fish and The Facts of Life that were spinoffs!
As Vincent 'Vinnie' Barbarino would say, "What? Where?" It's our "Mystery Episode" where Anthony will put Keith and Jody on the spot and pose an impromptu question to test their knowledge on all things classic TV.
Freaks and Geeks

Freaks and Geeks

2024-04-1735:40

On this podcast we are paying tribute to the hilarious sitcom Freaks and Geeks, a comedy-drama TV series that wasn't created during the classic TV era but does take place in the 1980s.
As we celebrate Opening Day, in this episode we are discussing our two favorite past times - tv and baseball. Join us as we deep dive into tv shows with baseball story lines.
Join us as we head to Southfork Ranch and discuss Dallas - one of the biggest shows of the Classic TV era. Here we meet the Ewing family where power, greed, sex, excess and cliffhangers dominated the air waves. Of course, no Dallas discussion is ever complete without the classic question ... who shot JR?!
Welcome to the final episode of M*A*S*H Madness where we give a fond farewell to the 4077th.
Join us as we talk about the best of M*A*S*H seasons 6-11!
Attention all personnel! Welcome to the second tour of "M*A*S*H Madness" - our month-long celebration of an all-time classic show.
M*A*S*H Madness!

M*A*S*H Madness!

2024-03-0632:29

March is here and that can mean just one thing - it’s time for M*A*S*H Madness. We are devoting the entire month to one of the greatest television shows in history. Join us as we discuss the first three seasons of M*A*S*H.
From The Carol Burnett Show, Sonny and Cher and Donny and Marie to Tony Orlando and Dawn and the Muppet Show we take a walk down memory lane when we were in awe of our favorite stars as they sang, dance and acted into our Gen X hearts.
Holy Podcast, Batman!

Holy Podcast, Batman!

2024-02-2131:13

On this episode we're talking about the 1960s TV Batman (and, of course, Robin) and his diabolic enemies (and, of course, the amazing Batgirl!).
Classic TV Valentines

Classic TV Valentines

2024-02-1425:38

It's our most romantic episode ever as we light candles, pour champagne and discuss the love stories of Sam and Diane, George and Weezie, Fraiser and Lilith and some of classic TVs most memorable couples.
Groovy TV Bands

Groovy TV Bands

2024-02-0729:14

Join us for this fab episode as we mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show with a discussion on the bands, both fictional and real, that appeared on some of our favorite TV shows.
On this episode, we are talking about TV stars who became famous for their work on sitcoms, and then had a second act with a role in a dramatic series.
50 years later and Happy Days "still got it!" We found our thrill with what we believe is the best show in TV history. Join us for the second part of our podcast where we look back at our favorite episodes.
Aaaaayyy! On January 15 we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the premiere of the iconic sitcom “Happy Days.” The show that gave us Fonzie, The Cunninghams, Ralph Malph, Joanie, Chachi and so many unforgettable characters from such a nostalgic time in our history. Join us as we take a look at some of our favorite episodes.
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