David Almeida invites Orlando actors & artists to go through the classic 1980s sitcom "The Facts Of Life" episode-by-episode. Sidebar discussions about anything and everything entertainment will undoubtedly ensue.
The Let's Face The Facts - A Facts Of Life Podcast by David Almeida is an absolute gem for fans of the 80s sitcom. As a listener, I truly appreciate the love and passion that David brings to each episode. His detailed recaps and breakdowns of each episode are not only informative but also entertaining. It's evident that he has done his research, providing background information on the actors and guests that adds an extra layer of interest to the podcast.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the chemistry between David and his guests. They play off each other nicely, creating a fun and enjoyable dynamic throughout each episode. The guest hosts are not only interesting in their own right, but they also bring unique perspectives that enhance the discussions about the show. It's clear that everyone involved is having a good time, which makes for a delightful listening experience.
Another highlight of this podcast is David's humor and wit. His sarcastic commentary and clever insights add a humorous touch to the recaps and analysis of each episode. It keeps things light-hearted and engaging, making it easy to get hooked on every episode.
On the flip side, some listeners might find the occasional use of cursing or inappropriate language from the hosts to be off-putting. While I personally don't mind it, I understand that some people prefer a cleaner podcast experience. However, it's worth noting that these moments are infrequent and do not overshadow the overall quality of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Let's Face The Facts - A Facts Of Life Podcast by David Almeida is an absolute joy for fans of The Facts of Life. Whether you grew up watching the show or have recently discovered it, this podcast offers entertainment, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs along the way. David's love for the show shines through in each episode, making it a must-listen for any fan of this beloved sitcom.
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month Matthew and David talk about a little series you may or may not have heard of: The Brady Bunch. In S2 E15, “Will The Real Jan Brady Please Stand Up?” (1/15/71), Jan is in her familiar territory of Middle Child Syndrome, and decides to change her appearance to stand out among her sisters. (Eve Plumb would later play Blair's convent-bound step-sister on TFOL S4 E17.) Get ready for a groovy journey back to the sunshine days of THE ultimate family sitcom!(
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month Matthew and David talk about an underappreciated recent series, Raising Hope. In S3 E22, “Mother's Day” (3/28/13), the family tries to help grandmother Maw Maw (the incomparable Cloris Leachman) remember some of her past to celebrate the special day. Get ready for some family bonding and a hilarious double dose of Cloris!
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David & special guest / friend of the pod / roommate Justin Schneyer talk about a very special TV movie, “Like Normal People“ (4/13/79). This heartfelt film follows a mentally-challenged couple who have to fight for their opportunities to live together, work, and marry. Starring Shaun Cassidy and Linda Purl, we also get a cameo appearance by TFOL's own Julie Anne Haddock. WARNING: this movie uses the R word a LOT, and it is used on the podcast as well.
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David & Matthew talk about another popular sitcom from the 1980s: Head Of The Class! In S3 E13 & E14 (2/15/89 and 2/22/89) “Little Shop 'Til You Drop,” the class is tasked with pulling together a production of “Little Shop Of Horrors” with limited time, resources, and talent. Series regulars Dan Frischman (“Arvid”) and Brian Robbins (“Eric”) previously made guest appearances on TFOL back in 1982. Memorize your lines, wake up Howard Hesseman, and Don't Feed The Plants!
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David & Matthew talk about yet another super lady of 1970s television: The Bionic Woman! In S3 E12 “All For One,” Jaime Sommers goes undercover as a college student to find a stop a computer hacker. Roger Perry (a/k/a Mr. Parker in Seasons 3-5 of TFOL) plays a professor assisting the mission. Get ready for some serious bionic nih-nih-nih-nih-nih-nih-nih-nih action! - plus a creepy old lady. (WTF?)
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David & Matthew talk about one of the greatest (and gayest) of all classic TV shows: “Wonder Woman!” In the pilot film for the TV series (11/07/75), we are introduced to the insanely beautiful Lynda Carter as WW, the devastatingly handsome Lyle Waggoner as Steve Trevor, and the puzzlingly quirky Cloris Leachman as WW's Amazonian mother. (With at least 3 other TFOL alums also appearing!)
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month Matthew is taking a much needed vacation. (Possibly flying on a renovated American Airlines plane? Because he mentioned something about AA and rehab…?) So David is welcoming back MVP guest, inspirational podcaster, and close personal friend Ken Reid (a/k/a the TV Guidance Counselor)! The subject this week is the 1973 TV movie “The Girl Most Likely To…” starring Stockard Channing, written by Joan Rivers, and featuring Chuck McCann (who played Santa Claus in TFOL S9 E10, “It's A Wonderful Christmas.”) Get ready for some black comedy: the ultimate revenge tale, against a backdrop of 70s-tastic fashion, décor, and male chauvinism.
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David and Matthew talk about Laverne & Shirley! In Season 3, Episode 8, “Laverne & Shirley Meet Fabian,” well… Laverne and Shirley meet Fabian. (Originally aired 11/22/77) You'll recall Fabian did a guest spot with Bobby Rydell on TFOL S8 E18 “62 Pick-Up.” (And for extra credit, Fabian's manager Pete is played by Ken Lerner who played a cab driver in TFOL S9 E06 “Up From Down Under.”) Put down your Boo-Boo Kitty, grab some milk & Pepsi, and get ready for some wacky physical comedy!
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David and Matthew talk about Good Times! In Season 2, Episode 14, “Florida's Big Gig” (12/31/74), James is disturbed when he applies for a job, but Florida gets the gig. The hiring agent is played by our beloved Charlotte Rae (and bonus TFOL points to the episode for Dick O'Neill who plays her boss!) This episode is truly going to be… DYN-O-MITE!! (I know… sorry, couldn't resist)
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!This month David and Matthew talk about Mama's Family! In Season 6, Episode 5, “Tri-State's Most Wanted,” Mama is charmed by a dashing actor visiting from out-of-town. The actor is played by Robert Mandan, a/k/a Mrs. Garrett's husband Bruce Gaines in TFOL S8 E01/02 “Out Of Peekskill.” Hilarity ensues! (And HOTNESS ensues in the form of Mama's grandson Bubba!)
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!Originally from March 2023: We were so inspired by “The Facts Of Life Reunion,” we decided we needed MORE reunions! So, we're talking about the 1985 TV movie “I Dream Of Jeannie… 15 Years Later.” We learn what's happened since the final episode of IDOJ … Tony and Jeannie are still married, and they have a son named Tony, Jr. (played by TFOL's own Mackenzie Astin). Tony is kind of dick, Jeannie leaves him and illogically decides to live life as a mortal, and Jeannie's brunette sister is still stirring up trouble (probably because she's mad they never gave her a name other than ‘Jeannie II'). You can watch the entire movie ahead of time on YouTube. “TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!From February 2023: Get out your fabric swatches, feed your pet pig, and whatever you do, DON'T get Julia riled up! David and Matthew talk about a “very special” 2-part episode of Designing Women! In Season 4, Episodes 13/14, “The First Day Of The Last Decade Of The Entire Twentieth Century,” Charlene (Jean Smart) goes into labor on New Year's Eve 1990. Hilarity ensues in the form of a snow storm, a radio contest, and a blind date gone wrong. But thankfully Dolly Parton shows up as (you guessed it) an angel, and Beah Richards (a/k/a Tootie's future grandmother-in-law in TFOL S9 E20 “Present Imperfect”) plays an elderly sage whose wisdom tugs on every heart string in all of Atlanta. (And of course, who can forget Jean Smart's guest appearance in TFOL S5 E14 “Next Door” as a frantic single mom? We certainly didn't. Though you may notice we make no mention of it whatsoever on the show… um… so, yeah. ) (Available on Hulu)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released January 2023), they talk about “Diff'rent Strokes” S2 E22 “The Slumber Party” (3/12/80) in which Kimberly has a sleepover with some of her Eastland friends: Tootie, Natalie, Cindy, and Molly (Kim Fields, Mindy Cohn, Julie Anne Haddock, and Molly Ringwald)… and hilarity ensues! (Available on Amazon Prime Video)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!From December 2022: Humbug, you say? We think not! Let's ring in the holiday season with the delightful 1962 adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic, “Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol!” Jane Kean provides the voice of Belle, Scrooge's betrothed. You will remember her from TFOL S7 E05 “Men For All Seasons” in the role of Mrs. Garrett's beefcake-calendar-concerned friend Kate Andrews. (Available on DailyMotion and Peacock TV)LINKS TO OTHER STUFF WE DISCUSS:Mr. Magoo's first appearance in “Ragtime Bear” (1949)The Kean Sisters with Ethel MermanRich Little's Christmas Carol (1978)Fredy The Freeloader's Christmas Dinner (1981)1984 ACC George C. Scott TV Adaptation (1984)Susan Lucci in “Ebbie” (1995)Kelsey Grammer in “A Christmas Carol: The Musical” (2004)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released November 2022), they talk about the infamous Abortion Episodes of the landmark 1970s Bea Arthur sitcom, “Maude.” Of course, you'll remember Bill Macy made an appearance in TFOL S9 E11 “Golden Oldies” as Jo's future ex-husband. (available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released October 2022), they talk about two episodes of the beloved Marla Gibbs series, “227.” Two episodes are discussed: S3 E17 “The Roommate” (2/6/88) ft. Kim Fields (Available on Hulu / Prime) and S5 E09 “Reunion Blues” (11/25/89) ft. Charlotte Rae (Available on Hulu / Prime)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released September 2022), they talk about a 1972 episode of “The Partridge Family” featuring Charlotte Rae as a school psychologist helping Shirley Jones deal with Danny Bonaduce, who seems to be more of a pain-in-the-ass than usual. (Available on DailyMotion)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released August 2022), they talk about the short-lived 1987 attempt to bring Lucille Ball back to television: “Life With Lucy.” Two episodes are discussed: E09 “Lucy And The Guard Goose” ft. Charles Levin as a policeman (we saw him on TFOL S8 E14 “Post-Christmas Card” as a TV pitchman Looney Lou), and S13 “World's Greatest Grandma” ft. Michael Zorek (seen on TFOL S6 E2 “Slices Of Life” & S6 E10 “Talk, Talk, Talk” as pizza/alcohol enthusiast Langley frat boy Victor). (“Life With Lucy” episodes available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released July 2022), they talk about “The Golden Girls” and the convenient coincidence that the two actors who portrayed Dorothy's son-in-law Dennis BOTH had appeared on TFOL! Two episodes are discussed: GG S1 E02 “Guess Who's Coming To The Wedding?” ft. Dennis Drake (who played a lawyer on TFOL S8 E11 “Write and Wrong”), and GG S2 E23 “Son-In-Law Dearest” ft. Jonathan Perpich (who played Jo's boss/love interest in TFOL S8 E24 “Rites Of Passage P2”). Who will be deemed the more desirable Dennis? (Golden Girls full series available on Hulu)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released June 2022), they talk about the “Walt Disney World Celebrity Circus.” This 1987 Epcot event (that neither of our Disney-familiar co-hosts had ever heard of) features Kim Fields alongside other superstars like Tony Randall, Tim Conway (as Mr. Tudball… ?!?), Allyce Beasley, and Jim Varney. (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released May 2022), they talk about “The Battle Of The Network Stars XVI” from May of 1984, featuring the athletic contributions of Lisa Whelchel and Kim Fields on Team NBC. (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released April 2022), they talk about a 1978 episode of “The Muppet Show”… with very special guest star, Cloris Leachman! (Available on Disney+, and DailyMotion)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released March 2022), they talk about a 1974 episode of “All In The Family” — well, 3 of them, actually — where Archie Bunker is missing, due to Carroll O'Connor's contract disputes. Charlotte Rae makes a memorable appearance as a Tupperware Lady in Part 1. (Available on DailyMotion: Part 1 • Part 2 • Part 3)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released February 2022), they talk about a 1992 episode of “The Golden Palace” (S1 E06 “Can't Stand Losing You”). Kim Fields guest stars. And as the sequel series to “The Golden Girls,” David and Matthew have some opinions… (available on YouTube and Hulu)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released January 2022), they talk about Diff'rent Strokes S1 E24: “The Girls' School,” a/k/a the original TFOL backdoor pilot. (Available on Amazon Prime Video)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released December 2021), Emmy-Nominated Costume Designer (and close personal friend of the podcast) Diana Eden returns to discuss her costume designs for S8 E01 “Out Of Peekskill,” specifically Mrs. Garrett's wedding dress — and the rocky road that led to the four beautiful bridesmaids' dresses for The Girls.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in November 2021), they talk about a 1975 episode of “Phyllis,” starring Cloris Leachman. This episode, S1 E12 “So Lonely I Could Cry,” features a guest appearance by Cloris' dear friend, Charlotte Rae. It's a TFOL-Two-Fer-One! (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in October 2021), they talk about the 1998 half-season sitcom “Style & Substance,“ starring Jean Smart and our beloved Nancy McKeon. Extra Facts-Of-Life-Adjacent Points for the presence of Alan Autry, who played suspected murderer Clark Darrin in TFOL S9 E14, “Peekskill Law.” (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in September 2021), they begin their deep dive into the character of Mrs. Garrett as depicted in Diff'rent Strokes Season 1, before our beloved Charlotte Rae was spun off into her own series the following year. The amazingly talented Trenell Mooring is our special guest for the first installment of this ‘series' — Episodes 1-2-3. Stay tuned as we continue this journey in future TVT episodes! (Available on Amazon Prime Video)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in August 2021), they talk about the 1979 TV pilot “Beane's Of Boston” featuring Charlotte Rae. This was a failed attempt by Garry Marshall's production company to Americanize “Are You Being Served?” (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in July 2021), they talk about the 1986 TV special “Disneyland's Summer Vacation Party” featuring Kim Fields and Mindy Cohn. They are joined by Malcom-Jamal Warner and Scott Valentine for a Grad Night you'll never forget! Enjoy stand-up and musical performances by current stars and stars of yester-year… and some from yester-yester-year. (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in June 2021), they talk about the pilot of Nancy McKeon's 1-season sitcom, “Can't Hurry Love” (1995-1996). Mariska Hargitay plays Nancy's fun-loving, free-wheeling roommate… how different her career might have been had this show seen a lengthy run! (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in May 2021), they talk about a 1980 crossover episode of Diff'rent Strokes featuring Kim Fields as Tootie (S3 E01 “The Bank Job” … available on Amazon Prime Video)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in April 2021), they talk about a 1983 episode of the daytime game show “Tattletales.” Nancy McKeon is one of the celebrity guests, paired up with her then-boyfriend, Michael J. Fox. Things get a tiny bit awkward when questions start referring to stuff in the bedroom… (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in March 2021), they talk about the 1981 TV movie “Twirl” about the trials and tribulations of two teenaged Texas twirlers. Our close personal friend Lisa Whelchel stars along with Happy Days' Erin Moran, and the recently departed Stella Stevens. (Available on YouTube)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in February 2021), they talk about another crossover episode of Diff'rent Strokes featuring cast members from TFOL: S4 E02 “First Day Blues” from 1981, featuring Kim Fields as Tootie, standing in for an absent Gary Coleman. Also appearing: TFOL guest Clarence Gilyard in his first TV appearance! (Available on Amazon Prime, subscription required.
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching TV shows, specials, and movies that feature members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to!In this episode (originally released in January 2021), we talk about “The Love Boat” S3 E12 from 11/07/79 with special guests Demond Wilson, Telma Hopkins, Jimmy Walker, and a 13-year-old pre-TFOL Nancy McKeon. One of the stories is ludicrous, another is preposterous, and the third is barely tolerable. Come enjoy the mediocrity with us!“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in December 2020), we talk about “It Happened One Christmas,” a 1977 TV movie updating and gender-swapping the classic “It's A Wonderful Life.” Marlo Thomas and Orson Welles star; Cloris Leachman is The Angel, for which she received her 10th Emmy nomination. (She didn't win, but at that point she had already won 4 of the 8 she would see in her lifetime.)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in November 2020), they talk about a 1981 episode of Diff'rent Strokes: “The Older Man” (S3 E15). Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn pop in as Blair and Natalie to do some cross-promotion for season 2 of TFOL.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in October 2020), they talk about the 1986 classic TV movie, “The Worst Witch” featuring a double dose of Charlotte Rae.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in September 2020), they talk about a 1987 episode of “Murder, She Wrote:” S04 E11 “Doom With A View” featuring Charlotte Rae.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in August 2020), they talk about the 1977 TV special, “The Mouseketeers At Walt Disney World,” featuring young ‘New' Mouseketeers Lisa Whelchel and Julie Piekarski.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in July 2020), they talk about the 1979 big-screen kid caper flick, “The Double McGuffin,” featuring a young unknown Lisa Whelchel.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in June 2020), they are joined by special guest Paul Padilla to talk about Charlotte Rae's 2015 Memoir, “The Facts Of My Life.” “TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in May 2020), they talk about the 1983 TV Movie “High School U.S.A.” featuring Nancy McKeon.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode, they talk about shows that saw major changes in their casts, both supporting and leads. (originally released in April 2020)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode (originally released in March 2020), they talk about shows that saw major changes in their format and concept.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode, they talk about shows that have seen reunions, reboots, rehashes, and regurgitations. (originally released in February 2020)“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter are watching stuff that features members of “The Facts Of Life” cast… so you don't have to.In this episode, they talk about the highly-publicized (and highly non-existent) “cast reunion” in the Kim-Fields-produced Lifetime holiday rom-com, “You Light Up My Christmas” from 2019. (originally released in January 2020)Watch the “official reunion clip” on Lifetime's Facebook Videos.“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Originally Released December 2019In this kick-off to a new yet-to-be-determined series, Orlando actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter talk about American TV shows which were based on English sitcoms.We promise, it gets better. LOL The show hits its stride around Episode 6, where we realize we're better off discussing movies & TV shows that are “Facts-Of-Life-Adjacent.”“TV Talkaholics” was originally a Patreon-Extra for supporters of our first podcast, “Let's Face The Facts.”
Orlando Actors David Almeida & Matthew Arter just completed re-watching every single episode of “The Facts Of Life” — so you don't have to! In the thrilling conclusion of the final stop on our TFOL journey, we analyze the 2001 TV movie, “The Facts Of Life Reunion,” which reunites our beloved characters one last time.
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