TV Tangents

This episode was originally published on June 11, 2019. Some information such as websites or offers may be obsolete.   Rebecca takes Natalie down the rabbit hole of her favorite eighties detective show Simon and Simon.  Gerald McRaney and Jameson Parker star as two brothers as different as night and day. It's a gratuitous romp into sexy 1980s San Diego crime and mystery.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Can you believe we're at the last season of the primetime soap Dallas? We've recapped every season since the beginning and we're going to miss the Ewings so much! The easiest way to find our recaps of seasons 1-13 is by visiting our website tvtangents.podbean.com/.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Things get slightly out of hand this week as we return to Who's the Boss? starring Judith Light, Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro, and Katherine Helmond.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

This week your hosts get a little overly excited about one of the hottest sitcoms of the 80s. We discuss Who's the Boss? starring Judith Light, Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro, and Katherine Helmond.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We're finally recapping season 13 of the primetime soap Dallas. You can find seasons 1-12 in our podcast feed.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Newhart was a beloved sitcom that ran on CBS from 1982 to 1990. Join us as we discuss the cast and the iconic final episode.    See Suzanne Pleschette's interview on YouTube here.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Newhart was a beloved sitcom that ran on CBS from 1982 to 1990. Join us as we discuss our favorite episodes and the incredible cast of characters.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and we're still talking about it for a final week.   This week we discuss guest stars as well as our favorite episodes and moments. THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS! But seriously. It's 30 years later, so you can't get mad.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and we have big feelings about it. THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS! But seriously. It's 30 years later, so you can't get mad.   This week we talk about the cast including Queen Latifah, Kim Fields, Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, TC Carson, John Henton, and others.   You can hear TC Carson's smooth smooth voice on Spotify here.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

We've binged the 90s sitcom Living Single and can't stop talking about it. How did we miss this show the first time around? In this first of three episodes, we talk about the characters, the romantic relationships, and the origin of the show. Living Single stars Queen Latifah, Kim Fields, Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, TC Carson, and John Henton. For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

  You asked for Columbo and we brought you Columbo. This week we're discussing the 1970s detective series starring Peter Falk and his beloved Peugeot 403. We even brought on a special guest to tell us why Columbo is trending with Gen Z.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Airplane! was an instant classic when it was released by Paramount in 1980. Zero Hour!, a 1957 remake of a Canadian air disaster drama was not. Join us as we compare the two.    For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

It's been a minute (five years) since we introduced ourselves and why we do this podcast, so we're doing that again. Check us out on TikTok for tons of retro clips.   For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.   Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.   Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

Your TV Tangents hosts recap season 12 of the prime-time soap Dallas. Lucy is back, JR has a new young problem on his hands, and SueEllen prepares the ultimate revenge. Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Dallas and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. To leave a voice message call us at ‪(531) 600-8024‬. Messages will not be returned and may be used on the podcast.

The makers of Laugh In tried to push the envelope once again with the 1969 sketch comedy Turn-On. Unfortunately, even Tim Conway couldn't save this show from being sacked mid-stream.  For exclusive TV Tangents content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. If you'd like to support the show you can make a donation at buymeacoffee.com/AzeVQlB9v

Is Jack Handey a real person?  On this week's episode we discuss the origin of these Deep Thoughts long before they appeared on Saturday Night Live. And like so many things it brings us back to the Monkees. TADPOLES! TADPOLES IS A WINNER!! Check us out on TikTok for Saturday Night Live clips and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. If you'd like to support the show you can make a donation at buymeacoffee.com/AzeVQlB9v

We know Christmas is over, but we watched White Christmas for the 87th time and we want to tell you about it.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from awesome retro TV clips.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. If you'd like to support the show you can make a donation at buymeacoffee.com/AzeVQlB9v

This week we're discussing everyone's favorite novelist/amateur sleuth played by Dame Angela Lansbury. Murder She Wrote is a show of a thousand guest stars and we're here for it.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from MSW and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. If you'd like to support the show you can make a donation at buymeacoffee.com/AzeVQlB9v

Your TV Tangents hosts recap season 11 of the prime-time soap Dallas. There's one cast member missing this season and a ton of new faces (like Brad Pitt!).  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Dallas and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON JULY 9, 2019. SOME PROMOS MAY BE OBSOLETE.  We're taking a look back at the cheating scandal that rocked the game show world in 1984. But first, we have to tell you our fateful dill pickle popcorn story. WARNING: If you suffer from misophonia, don't listen for the first four minutes or so.  We are on Twitter @TVTangentsPod, so please follow us for updates and fun stuff. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Please leave a review and let us know how we're doing and how we can improve the show. Find us on Patreon where supporters get bonus episodes plus mentions and swag.

It's peak 80s around here as we tackle the ultimate nuclear family sitcom, Family Ties. This week we discuss the cast, guest and guest stars and the final episode.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Family Ties and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

It's peak 80s around here as we tackle the ultimate nuclear family sitcom, Family Ties. Rebecca is going to gush over this show for two whole episodes while Natalie gives her first impression.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Family Ties and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

You've seen The Golden Girls, but did you stick around for The Golden Palace?  This week we dive into this short-lived spinoff that's actually the final season of one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. Before Don Cheadle was a big movie star he starred as the hotel manager beside Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty, and Cheech Marin. Check us out on TikTok for some clips from The Golden Palace and more.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

We're back to talking about Frasier starring Kelsey Grammer.  This week's topics included Daphne and Niles' relationship and Daphne's "weight problem."  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Frasier including appearances by the cast of Cheers.  For exclusive content including more on Frasier, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

Hello, Seattle! And everybody else.  Join us as we hop into a two-parter on the highbrow sitcom Frasier starring Kelsey Grammer.  This week we discuss the history of the show, the theme song, and give our opinions on Frasier's impossible highrise apartment.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Frasier including appearances by the cast of Cheers.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.

THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON JUNE 18, 2019. SOME PROMOS MAY BE OBSOLETE.  Are you ready for some old-timey crazy? This week we discover the true inspiration for the classic Warner Brothers cartoon One Froggy Evening. You're going to want to hear this because it is bananas.  You can watch One Froggy Evening here. Check us out on TikTok for clips from your favorite classic shows.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Our apologies for the audio quality of this week's episode. We're discussing the classic 1990 romcom Pretty Woman starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 11, 2018 Rebecca and Natalie unwillingly delve into possibly the cringeworthiest episode of any sitcom ever: Diff'rent Strokes; the Hitchhikers. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode is about kidnapping and contains very brief references to false imprisonment and attempted assault.  Check us out on TikTok for clips from your favorite classic shows.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Our apologies for the audio issues this week as we discuss the 1957 cop drama Decoy aka Policewoman Decoy starring Beverly Garland.  Check us out on TikTok for some clips from Decoy including an appearance by Larry Hagman.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

It's the final descent in our two-parter on 80s/90s sitcom Wings. We talk about the cast and guest stars and close up last week's cliffhanger.  This episode was recorded over Zoom, so the sound quality isn't what our listeners are used to. But hopefully, we'll soon be back in our studio and sounding better than ever.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Nothing will make you want to move to Nantucket more than binge-watching Wings starring Crystal Bernard, Steven Weber, and Tim Daly. Join us for the first of a two-part episode. This one ends with a cliffhanger! This episode was recorded over Zoom, so the sound quality isn't what our listeners are used to. But hopefully, we'll soon be back in our studio and sounding better than ever.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Diamonds, Daisies, Snowflakes, That Girl Chestnuts, Rainbows, Springtime... Is That Girl She's tinsel on a tree... She's everything an every-girl should be! Thanks to the listeners who requested That Girl starring Marlo Thomas. We had so much fun watching it! This episode was recorded over Zoom, so the sound quality isn't what our listeners are used to. But hopefully, we'll soon be back in our studio and sounding better than ever.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

We're finally back with our recap of Dallas season 10!  We have so many questions regarding the whole dream season. Like, which couples are still together? Is Katherine really dead? To fill in the gaps we start with a quick recap of season 8. If you're confused about the whole thing, we're here to help.  This episode was recorded over Zoom, so the sound quality isn't what our listeners are used to. But hopefully, we'll soon be back in our studio and sounding better than ever.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Recently our friends at CF3 Podcast had the pleasure of interviewing actor Larry Hankin, aka Mr. Heckles. The guys were kind enough to ask one question for TV Tangents. This discussion refers to episodes of Star Trek Voyager in which Larry plays a pool hustler named Gaunt Gary in the episodes "The Cloud," "Jetrel," and "Twisted."   You can watch the full interview with Larry Hankin on the CF3 Podcast on the Project Nerd Network.   For exclusive content and ad-free episodes, become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.    CREDITS: memory-alpha.fandom.com, CF3 Podcast    

This week we bring you the classic bumbling cop show Car 54, Where Are You? This episode is packed full of trivia. And we discuss the most scandalous episode Love Finds Muldoon.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week we're discussing Generation X's favorite show about Boomers. Join us for the third of three episodes about The Wonder Years starring Fred Savage and Danica McKeller. Mostly we're focusing on the show's end SO THERE ARE A LOT OF SPOILERS!  And we play some 80s and 90s trivia. For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week we're discussing Generation X's favorite show about Boomers. Join us for the second of three episodes about The Wonder Years starring Fred Savage and Danica McKeller. We're talking about the cast and all the ways Kevin is a jerk.  We also read some listener mail.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Here's a quick teaser of our latest Patreon episode all about the time we found ourselves surrounded by "vampires."  To hear the full story and to get exclusive content, become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week we're discussing Generation X's favorite show about Boomers. Join us for the first of three episodes about The Wonder Years starring Fred Savage and Danica McKeller.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

We're recapping the most bizarro season of Dallas ever. EVER! It's a season without Bobby and Lucy. Miss Ellie is back to her old self. New characters are coming out of the wood paneling.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

WELCOME TO SEASON 5 Yes! We watched the Friends Reunion! And we're talking about it this week. THERE ARE SPOILERS IN HERE! For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

Kid90 is a documentary film directed and produced by Soleil Moon Frye of Punky Brewster. We watched it on Hulu and now we want to tell you about it. This was a way different documentary than we were expecting.  WARNING: This episode gets pretty heavy.  Also, we get out our 80s and 90s trivia and play a round.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week's episode is another listener request. That's two in a row! So, we're talking about Coach starring Craig T. Nelson but Rebecca doesn't understand half of this sports stuff. It's infuriating to Natalie, but that's okay because we're still having fun.  For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week we're whizzing back to 1962 for this listener-requested episode. When you think of futuristic ideas do you think of the Jetsons? We do For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.  Sources: SmithsonianMag.com, Wikipedia.com, IMDB.com  

We promise this is the last time we'll talk about The Mary Tyler Moore Show (for a while). But our appreciation wouldn't be complete without talking about the cast: Mary Tyler Moore, Gavin MacLeod, Ed Asner, Ted Knight, Valerie Harper, Betty White, Cloris Leachman, and more! For exclusive content and to download your Mary Tyler Moore Show Bingo visit us at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

We're back for our second week of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. This time we drop ourselves into 1977 to experience the final episode with a bottle of scotch.  For exclusive content and to download your Mary Tyler Moore Show Bingo visit us at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

We're excited to bring you The Mary Tyler Moore Show this week. We loved this show so much we couldn't stop talking about it.  For exclusive content and to download your Mary Tyler Moore Show Bingo visit us at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.   

This week we're discussing possibly the last ever TV series of the 20th century.  Rebecca got Natalie to watch Freaks and Geeks for the first time and she loved it! Now we're both equally mad that it ended.  WARNING: There are some spoilers in this episode. For exclusive content, you can become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.  Sources: NME.com, RottenTomatoes.com, Wikipedia.com

In this episode, we first say farewell to Dustin Diamond, Hal Holbrook, and Cloris Leachman. Then we take a look at some retro-themed Airbnb rentals in the Dallas area including the Saved by the Bell-themed Slater. Check out their Instagram @theslaterdallastx, @thetopangaairbnb, @themcflydallastx and more. TV Tangents is in no way affiliated with these rentals or Airbnb.  We also play some 80s and 90s trivia. Message us and tell us what shows you'd design your Airbnb around. You can reach us at tvtangents@gmail.com, on twitter @TVTangentsPod, and on Facebook @TVTangents. You can support the show and download your sitcom Bingo cards at Patreon.com/tvtangents. Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

This week we travel back to 1986 to talk about our new best friends on Designing Women. Seriously, we can't get enough of this show. And we bring you more 80s and 90s trivia. You can download your 80s Sitcom Bingo board when you become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes. 

It's all about shoulder pads and big hair this week as we talk about the iconic feminist sitcom Designing Women. In Part 1 we talk all about the cast including Dixie Carter, Annie Potts, Jean Smart, Delta Burke, Meshach Taylor, and the rest.  We also do a quick round of 80s and 90s TV trivia so you'll want to stick around for that. You can download your 80s Sitcom Bingo board when you become a patron of the show at Patreon.com/tvtangents.  Come find us on Facebook and in our private discussion group.  Sign up here for our newsletter for updates on the show and upcoming episodes.