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Dean and Alison are just a day away from the Little House on the Prairie Cast Reunion at Columbia State Historic Park—but there's still plenty of time to recap one of the funniest episodes in Little House history!This week, we dig into “Here Come the Brides” (Season 4), where we come to a shocking realization: almost every Little House wedding is a surprise wedding. Seriously—BOOM. No invitations. No planning. Just, “Surprise! You're hitched!”This episode has it all: Nellie in full teenage heat (seriously, someone hand her a fan), Mrs. Oleson attempting homicide, and little Willy not giving even half a hoot. Pig farming somehow becomes sexy, Miss Beadle (the fabulous Charlotte Stewart) becomes a Mrs., and Nellie is crowned the Pig Queen of Minnesota…for approximately ten minutes.Alison shares some epic behind-the-scenes stories—how Jonathan Gilbert came up with that pratfall, what it was like working with “Luke,” and the sneaky way Charlotte helped cast her future husband in the show. She also reflects (with just a tiny bit of cringing) on just how, uh… aggressively enthusiastic Nellie was in this one. It's pure comedy gold.And of course—join us on Patreon, where Alison spills even more tea about this episode. Trust us, it's worth it.Links and Resources:Haven't signed up for Patreon yet? Link is below!PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcastwww.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites.www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart.Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events!LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE CAST REUNION Columbia State Historic Park in California's Gold Country!June 6–8, 2025Secure your tickets now through TIXR at https://plp.tixr.com/little-house-gold-countryTo learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.comLittle House 50th Anniversary Bus Tours - www.SimiValleyChamber.org  select Little House 50th Anniversary and then Bus TicketsFacebook/Instagram/TikTok:Dean Butler @officialdeanbutlerAlison Arngrim @alisonarngrimPamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietvSocial Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez https://www.paclanticcreative.com/

Alison shares her Paris adventures (yes, including some rodent encounters), Dean dishes on their exciting new ventures with Prairie Legacy Productions, and Pamela goes on a rant against possums (apologies to the possum lovers out there).But then—on to the main event!We're recapping another standout episode from Season 1: “School Mom”. Caroline Ingalls steps in as the earthy and compassionate substitute teacher, helping a student in need named Able.And we ask the most important question:Why does Able look like he's 42 years old?Able was played by Dirk Blocker, the son of Bonanza legend Dan Blocker and the best friend and mentor of Michael Landon, and shockingly, was only 17 when the episode was filmed. After his father, Dan's passing, Michael Landon brought Dirk into the Little House family to honor his dad's legacy—and wow, did he deliver.Alison and Dean also reveal a shocking tidbit about Miss Beadle's stunt double (you won't believe it!) and ask the pressing question: where does Miss Beadle actually live?Pa steps up in peak “Chesty Charles” fashion, cooking dinner for Caroline after her long day of teaching (ladies, we all know how hot that is—gentlemen, take notes).We also dive into how the relationship between Karen Grassle and Michael Landon shifted over time, leading to Karen's role being gradually diminished. Alison opens up about how this impacted her and the rest of the cast—and how Karen still showed up, always delivering powerful, heartfelt performances.And of course, no Little House episode recap is complete without calling out the real villains of the Prairie: the school children. Seriously, Walnut Grove, do better! Honestly, the level of petty in that classroom (including Mrs. Oleson) is chef's kiss terrible.This Ma-centric episode is a beautiful example of empathy, compassion, and patience. It tugs at every heartstring and proves once again why Caroline Ingalls remains the #1 mom of all time. Then join Pamela, Dean, and Alison over on Patreon where Alison and Dean will spill the beans about Prairie Legacy Productions, and what's in store for 2025!Don't forget to subscribe, comment, leave a review, and share this episode with fellow Bonnetheads.Links and Resources:Haven't signed up for Patreon yet? Link is below!PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcastwww.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites.*The merch shop is under renovation - we will keep you posted on the status!*www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart.Prairie Legacy Productions - the place to go for info about all new Little House events!LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE CAST REUNION Columbia State Historic Park in California's Gold Country!June 6–8, 2025Secure your tickets now through TIXR athttps://plp.tixr.com/little-house-gold-countryTo learn more about Little House on the Prairie, Visit www.littlehouseontheprairie.comLittle House 50th Anniversary Bus Tours - www.SimiValleyChamber.org  select Little House 50th Anniversary and then Bus TicketsFacebook/Instagram/TikTok:Dean Butler @officialdeanbutlerAlison Arngrim @alisonarngrimPamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietvSocial Media Team: Joy Correa and Christine Nunez https://www.paclanticcreative.com/

Kelly Mielke and I decided to discuss this heartwarming and unforgettable episode while also doing a crossover with our other podcast, LandonNation! We break down this amazing episode and I hope you enjoy it! “Ingalls and his employer Mr. Hansen are anticipating a large income from a big job they have done. The Ingalls plan to pay their bill at the Mercantile store and more. Unfortunately, when Mr. Hansen learns that his client cannot pay, that means he cannot pay Mr. Ingalls and has to close his mill. With the bonus income lost, and the lack of regular income, the family has to think how they will pay their debts and keep up their other duties. Mr. Ingalls works for the livery owner, grooming and caring for the horses he owns. Once done there, he works for a local farmer to fix an irrigation system on his property. But, the women of the family want to help, too. Caroline and Laura plant a double crop of vegetables for the winter and plan to sell the eggs as they have been collecting. Mary plans to leave school temporarily to work for Mrs. Whipple, the seamstress, sewing assorted clothing items for ladies of the community. Laura continues in school, bringing home lessons to Mary so she doesn’t get behind on her schoolwork. When she herself gets behind on turning in her homework, she tells Miss Beadle she ran out of tablet paper and doesn’t want to ask her father to buy it. Miss Beadle offers a solution to the problem and all is much better.” The Richest Man in Walnut Grove originally aired on September 10, 1975 The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post The Richest Man in Walnut Grove first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Cori Rice joins me to discuss this sometimes romantic and sometimes hilarious episode of Little House! “Adam and Luke Simms arrive in Walnut Grove, where Luke quickly falls for Nellie Oleson despite his unconventional appearance—barefoot and in overalls over long underwear—which horrifies Nellie's mother, Harriet, who forbids their relationship. Meanwhile, Luke enlists Mary's help to pick out a ring for Nellie's birthday, but a misunderstanding leads Nellie to believe he's toying with her feelings, prompting her to complain to Miss Beadle, who then confronts Adam Simms and unexpectedly begins to fall for him. As tensions rise, Luke and Nellie decide to elope, marrying and heading to a hotel, only to be tracked down by Harriet, Nels, Adam, and Miss Beadle, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. Alongside this, a budding romance blossoms between Miss Beadle and Adam, adding a tender counterpoint to the youthful impulsiveness of Luke and Nellie's union.” Here Come the Brides originally aired on December 5, 1977 The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Here Come the Brides first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Maryann returns to the podcast to discuss this amazing episode! We dive into a ton of things and I hope you enjoy it! “When teacher, Miss Beadle, is deemed unable to control some of the rowdy, older boys in her class, Mrs. Oleson convinces the Walnut Grove school board to replace her with a firmer, male hand. But the new schoolmaster tries to bully his students into submission and singles little Laura out as a troublemaker, blaming and punishing her for the slightest infraction even when she isn’t the one responsible.” Troublemaker originally aired on February 25, 1976 The opening song “Albert” is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron! The post Troublemaker first appeared on The Little House on the Prairie Podcast: Walnut GroveCast.

Charlotte Stewart aka Miss Beadle is back to answer the burning Little House questions sent in by fans! Charlotte talks about her memories of the episodes "The Troublemaker" "School Mom" "Little Girl Lost" and the amazing way snow was created for the "Blizzard" episode. Charlotte also chats about her influence in casting her husband on the show Joshua Bryant and the prank they played on Michael Landon while shooting a scene of Little House on the Prairie. Charlotte talks about how Victor French directed her, the way the cast shared dressing rooms and so many more fan questions answered. Thanks Charlotte!! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

Class Is In Session with Miss Beadle

Charlotte Stewart, Miss Beadle from Little House on the Prairie has a blast talking with John in this interview! Charlotte chats about her unbelievable first audition with Michael Landon, meeting Melissa Gilbert for the first time, flashbacks of her own grandmother being on the Little House set, and bringing her parents to meet and have lunch with William Frawley on My Three Sons. She also talks about her fling with Ralph Waite from The Waltons and her 5 day road trip with Jim Morrison and so much more! Just an amazing woman. Thanks so much Charlotte! Become a That's Classic! PATREON member including the opportunity to see Exclusive Bonus Footage: patreon.com/thatsclassic Subscribe for free to That's Classic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtpVKzLW389x6_nIVHpQcA?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: facebook.com/thatsclassictv Charlotte's book - Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X and Me Link to Marina Coates "Mockingbird Lane" to see the re-creations of famous television homes: https://www.youtube.com/@marinacoatesMockingbirdLane Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-cato/support

On this MADM, Charlotte Stewart, who played Miss Eva Beadle on Little House on the Prairie, had her own battle with breast cancer in 1991. After finding a special post-surgery program, she decided to support the effort by selling Beadle Bags. Listen & share. Sponsor: Green's Dependable Hardware Russellville, AL

Hello again Backstory fans! In this episode we chat with Charlotte Stewart, who is an actress with a long career in film and tv. She is probably best known for her role as school teacher Miss Beadle, on the well loved tv show “Little House on the Prarie”. We talk a bit about Teacher Appreciation week, and some of the gifts Cat received over the years during her career as a teacher, including her most memorable one. Charlotte talks with us about her interesting beginnings in her acting career, including a memorable trip she took with one of the most legendary singers in music. Some of her stories of living through the 60s and early 70s are not to be missed. She shares some of her triumphs and struggles over the years in this very candid interview, and we are very happy to bring them to you here. 

On this MADM, Charlotte Stewart, who played Miss Eva Beadle on Little House on the Prairie, had her own battle with breast cancer in 1991. After finding a special post-surgery program, she decided to support the effort by selling Beadle Bags. Listen & share. Sponsor: Bankston Motor Homes BankstonMotorHomes.com

"Back on 'Prairie' for Bakersfield Comic-Con It will be like a ""Little House on the Prairie"" reunion this weekend at Bakersfield Comic Con. The two-day event will bring together nine actors from the 1970s TV series. Slated to appear are Dean Butler (Laura's husband, Almonzo Wilder), Patrick Labyort" "--START AD- #TheMummichogblogOfMalta Amazon Top and Flash Deals(Affiliate Link - You will support our translations if you purchase through the following link) - https://amzn.to/3CqsdJH Compare all the top travel sites in just one search to find the best hotel deals at HotelsCombined - awarded world's best hotel price comparison site. (Affiliate Link - You will support our translations if you purchase through the following link) - https://www.hotelscombined.com/?a_aid=20558 “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets."" #Jesus #Catholic. Smooth Radio Malta is Malta's number one digital radio station, playing Your Relaxing Favourites - Smooth provides a ‘clutter free' mix, appealing to a core 35-59 audience offering soft adult contemporary classics. We operate a playlist of popular tracks which is updated on a regular basis. https://smooth.com.mt/listen/ END AD---" "eaux (Andrew Garvey), Charlotte Stewart (schoolteacher Miss Beadle), Ketty Lester (teacher Hester-Sue Terhune), Hersha Parady (Alice Garvey), Pamela Roylance (newspaper owner Sarah Reed Carter), Wendi Turnbaugh (played Grace Ingalls along with twin Brenda) and Lindsay and Sidney Greenbush (shared the role of Carrie Ingalls). (Alison Arngrim, who played the spoiled brat Nellie Oleson, had to cancel due to a work commitment.) Event organizer Steve Wyatt said the reunion came about through his friendship with Labyorteaux. ""He collects comics and we've been friends for years,"" Wyatt said of the actor also known for his role on ""JAG"" and films including ""Heathers"" and ""Summer School."" ""They did a 'Little House' reunion in Hollywood and he invited me and (my wife) Julie. They have one manager who sets them up for shows. And I asked, 'Would this work in Bakersfield?' This kind of reunion wouldn't work in the Bay Area but Bakersfield is more country. You know what I mean."" This weekend's event at the Kern County Fairgrounds will be a delight for fans of pop culture with celebrity guests, comic book artists and creators, a Fantasy Faire, gaming center, costume contests, TV and film cars, vendors selling comics, collectibles and much more. ""Our gaming room has doubled,"" Wyatt said. ""We have Campus Gamers bringing 20 different video game systems. There's a guy bringing (arcade) cabinets with 'Street Fighter' and more. It's all free to play."" Paladin's Game Castle will also have card and board games for demos and matches. The faire will feature Renaissance performers as well as George the Giant who will bring his feats of daring to the stage along with other sideshow acts including jugglers. Along with the ""Little House"" gang, Wyatt is also excited to bring actor John Noble to the show. The Australian performer is known for his roles as the doomed Denethor in the ""Lord of the Rings"" film trilogy and Dr. Walter Bishop on the Fox sci-fi series ""Fringe."" He has also done voice work including as the villain Scarecrow in the video game ""Batman: Arkham Knight,"" Leland Monroe in the game ""L.A. Noire,"" Unicron in the animated series ""Transformers: Prime"" and The Diviner on ""Star Trek: Prodigy."" Since the 74-year-old actor, who is currently working on the new season of Apple TV+ series ""Severance,"" has said he's looking to move back to Australia, Wyatt said this may be one of the last chances to catch him at a convention. Along with signings and photos, Noble will also take part in a spotlight panel on Saturday. Two other special guests will also receive similar treatment: Sam J. Jones, best known for the lead role in the 1980 film ""Flash Gordon; and Ron Waybe Farris, aka Th

What starts off as a simple frogging expedition one afternoon turns into the moment when Laura starts to feel she is ready to kiss a boy.  She's had feelings for boys in the pass, but this is the first time she is ready to try out kissing.   In fact she is so interested in kissing, not only does she practice with the mirror up in the loft, she also manages to inquire to Big Sister Mary about the whole experience.  In addition she seeks the counseling of someone who was recently married: Nellie Oleson. If that wasn't enough, Laura now feels there is some completion for her  potential beau when a new kid shows up at school, showing off all the traits that Laura is now trying to conceal. And when Laura tries to take matters into he own hands, gravity proves that somethings you can't rush.  Meanwhile, Charles and Jonathan Garvey have won a freighting competition and the award is a contract job.  This job keeps these family men away from home longer than either of them want to be. And they soon realizing that money doesn't always make you happy...in fact it's sort of making them miserable. Did Doc Baker properly set Charles' broken foot before putting a cast on it? How come Mrs. Simms was on screen and nobody called her Mrs. Simms....or even Miss Beadle for that matter? Caroline has spent plenty of time at the little house with Charles gone on long stretches, Why is this time different for her?  

Walnut Grove is the new home of Father and Son duo: Adam and Luke Simms. One his first day of school Luke meets Nellie Oleson whom is immediately smitten with the young man. Not only that but her usual solution of getting people to like her, bribery via candy, is not going to work forcing Nellie to step outside of her comfort zone. Speaking of comfort zones, Harriet Oleson is also out of hers when she finds out her daughter is in love with the son of a Pig Farmer. Miss Beadle doesn't seem to mind the pig farmer occupation, in fact she finds any reason/excuse to head to the Simms farm to talk with Adam. And like father, like son, these men end up with a woman by their side. While Miss Beaddle is reluctant to accept the marriage proposal that was offered to her, Nellie and Luke....sell a sow, steal a buckboard and elope to Sleepy eye to find the nearest Justice of the Peace and get married. Needless to say Harriet with the Shotgun (the widow maker) along with Mr. Oleson, Miss Beadle, and Mr Simms head to Sleepy Eye. And while one marriage is dissolved, after a bit of hilarity, a second wedding takes place. Is anyone disappointed we didn't see more of the Ingalllas in the is episode? With the parents away in Sleepy Eye, what sort of hijinks did Willie get into at the Mercantile? How did we get to the beginning of summer with no mention of winter taking place?

On this MADM, Charlotte Stewart, who played Miss Eva Beadle on Little House on the Prairie, had her own battle with breast cancer in 1991. After finding a special post-surgery program, she decided to support the effort by selling Beadle Bags. Listen & share. Sponsor: Alabama The Beautiful Magazine

Episode 412 of On Screen & Beyond - Charlotte Stewart is known for many roles, from her role as Miss Beadle on "Little House On The Prairie" to Betty Briggs on "Twin Peaks"! She joins us to chat about her new book! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-screen-and-beyond/message

It's time to find your marks, have your lines memorized and let the show begin. The student body at Walnut Grove are getting ready to do their very first plays. What an experience it's going to be for everyone. But mostly for little Ginny Clarke, who is elated to not only have her suggestion for a play accepted but she is also invited to go the the Oleson's parlor for rehearsals. Mary and Laura...not so excited. Ginny can't wait to share the news with Harold Mayfield, a local widower who happens to see what a giving person Ginny is, and Ginny's mom, who doesn't't seem to have any time in her life for anyone. And that includes Ginny. Mary, Laura, and Ginny must work with first time playwright Mrs. Oleson and first time actress Nellie but it only seems as thought they are audience members. Meanwhile, Willie Oleson and "friends" are working on a scene from Tom Sawyer and using some really amazing props. As the premiere date approaches, Ginny's one wish is that her mom will come to see her debut. And in a moment of life imitating art Ginny makes a bold move to get her and Mr. Mayfield to attend the plays. Why is the Widow Clarke so unfriendly towards everyone? Will the Oleson's get their white picket fence fixed? When do you think Miss Beadle will let the kids try putting on plays again?

It's Christmas Eve in Walnut Grove in the year 187? (who knows) and like most holiday seasons expect cold temperatures, gifts, decorations and libations. Charles and Mr. Edwards are busy playing Santa with miles to go before they sleep. The members of the Women's League are getting things ready for a holiday party. Lastly, the children are at school making gifts for their families. However, the Holiday cheer is gone out the window after Miss Beadle dismisses the students body for the holiday break just as the snow flurries start to deliver more than just a white Christmas....but a white out Blizzard. The Farmer's Almanac didn't predict this one. And it all becomes a race to locate the missing Children. With the men out looking in the blizzard, Doc Baker and the members of the Women's League convert the school, once again, into Walnut Grove General Hospital. The Ingallas Girls (Carrie included) and the Sanderson Siblings (minus John Junior) make their trek home but each step towards home makes you wonder if they are even headed in the right direction. With the heavy snowfall, a low supply of kerosine, day light fleeting and temperatures plummeting will the men of Walnut Grove be able to locate all the missing children? When will Carrie actually get to start school? Is Willie Oleson the first Walnut Grove Foodie?

It's Springtime in Walnut Grove and things are buzzing in the air. So much so that Miss Beadle has assigned a new homework assignment: Bug Collecting. Carrie, remember her, wants to tag along in the outdoor fun despite a whine from Mary and slight reluctancy from Caroline. And things seems okay despite Carrie sabotaging her older sisters' homework and ultimately taking one wrong step that sends her almost to wonderland. Meanwhile, Wendall Loudy, an outsider/pirriah resident of Walnut Grove, is trying to turn his life around after a nearly two decade old incident which still has Mr. Hanson fuming. And these two storylines collide to help resolve the issues at hand...and that's what Little House on the Prairie is about, solving problems. When the town brings itself together not only is Carrie the one being rescued but so is Wendall Loudy. Sadly, it takes the help of Carl Sanderson to make it all happen. How many different species of bugs are there in the Walnut Grove/Hero Township area? If Wendall Loudy has been around for Twenty years or so, why is it the first time we ever hear about him? Carl Sanderson, Really?

When the harvest is over, the big kids come back to school and it's a whole different classroom. Their presences has a bad influence on the younger students and the classroom is turning into a riot.  An emergency school board meeting brings things to attention and the decision that the classroom might require a different method of keeping things in order is made. That method being a new Male teacher. Enter Hannibal Applewood, a teacher with a long list of previous classroom experience. And while his new rules to bring order into the classroom are pretty standard, his personality/attitude/character could use some practice.  Unfortunately, Laura is on the receiving end of almost every single punishment that Mr. Applewood is dishing out.  And when writing words on the blackboard isn't enough...she is eventually expelled.  And once again an emergency school board meeting is called to order.   With all this extra writing on the blackboard, Laura's spelling must be improving... what about her understanding of fractions?  Exactly how old is Herman Stone?  Where did Miss Beadle go on her administrative leave? 

Whitney Griggs joins me in this episode about a shy student who wants to learn and how adults can sometimes be completely cruel. We dive into everything about this episode and just have a great time! "Caroline's special efforts to teach a shy, older boy to read while she is substitute-teaching for an injured Miss Beadle are ruined when mean-spirited Mrs. Oleson humiliates him in front of the class and he vows never to return to school." School Mom originally aired on November 13, 1974 The opening song "Albert" is written and performed by the amazing Norwegian band, Project Brundlefly and is used with permission. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBrundlefly Become a Patron!

When the school kids accidentally send Miss Beadle on a runaway trip around Walnut Grove, Caroline steps in as the new substitute teacher. A late start student, Able MaKay, is introduced as the episode's second storyline. While threats of washing mouths out with soap has curbed some of the schoolyard taunts, Caroline is determined to show Able MaKay his full potential. It's as simple as ABC.

It’s another drama-filled episode as Miss Beadle almost kills the children of Walnut Grove by letting them out of school just as a blizzard hits. Charles snaps into hero mode, but later abandons his Ride or Die. There is a festival of randos who blatantly embezzle money from their own business and enable Edwards’ drinking problem by paying him in hooch. We have a good, inappropriate laugh at frozen children, and fight about whether or not Mary actually saves Laura and Carrie. Jennie is stunned by Doc Baker’s cure for frostbite and Amye explores her feelings for meteorologists. Show Notes:To sign up for our Patreon feed, download the Patreon app or visit www.patreon.com/genxthisiswhyFollow Gen X, This is Why on Facebook: facebook.com/genxthisiswhy/Join our Facebook Group, The Me-Me B’s for extra content, giveaways, and some fun Gen X introspection: facebook.com/groups/genxthisiswhy/And find us on Instagram at: @genxthisiswhyYou can find Amye at: @amyearcherwriterYou can find Jennie, but good luck with that.Questions? Comments? Email us at info@genxthisiswhy.com

It’s report card day and when Mary doesn’t have the best grades in class, it throws everyone into turmoil. It turns out that she needs glasses but it takes almost a full episode to figure that out. The kids and middle-aged students in Miss Beadle’s class make fun of her, by calling her by the super creative name “four-eyes.” Mary gets back at everyone by OWNING yet another history test but she has to confess yet another complex web of lies to Pa. Walnut Grove is saved now that Mary’s high grades are back.

Actress CHARLOTTE STEWART (Little House On the Prairie, Eraserhead, Twin Peaks) wrote a memoir of her exuberant life as an actress in Hollywood and all the ups and downs that came with it. She also tells Dean some of the stories of her famous musical neighbors, including her relationship with Jim Morrison.The book is called "Little House In the Hollywood Hills"

Pa’s righteous rage is back this week when Miss Beadle is fired for being unable to control the behaviors of some older boys in class, and the school board hires a tyrannical psychopath named Mr. Applewood in her place. Poor Laura takes the brunt of his wrath until the savior of Walnut Grove (Charles Ingalls) eloquently Matlocks (it’s a verb now) the fuming Mr. Applewood right outta town. We discuss the crazy things teachers are expected to put up with, our frustration with some continuity issues in Little House (where’d Miss Beadle’s fancy house go?), and how inappropriate it would have been for Charles to be in Miss Beadle’s apartment alone with her. For more articles, photos, and other resources on each episode, visit our weekly companion blog here. Special Thanks to David Rose Publishing for allowing us use of his iconic theme for the Little House on the Prairie show. (Composition Credit) © 1974 David Rose Publishing Co. | (Master Recording Credit) ℗ 2010 David Rose Publishing Co.

Charlotte Stewart - Beloved actress who appeared in two of TV's blockbusters, Little House on the Prairie and Twin Peaks - She battled cancer, alcoholism, death of a spouse, and financial ruin Charlotte Stewart is known by millions of fans worldwide for her role as the beloved schoolteacher Miss Beadle on the iconic TV show Little House on the Prairie, currently broadcast in syndication in more than 100 countries around the world. Here for the first time an adult cast member writes about the experience of making the show - the challenges, the joys, and the sometimes-turbulent behind-the-scenes relationships. LITTLE HOUSE IN THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me by Charlotte Stewart and Andy Demsky is the no-holds-barred, heart-breaking and ultimately joyful account of 50 years in film and television. Little House in the Hollywood Hills is a memoir of working with leading men from Jimmy Stewart and Elvis Presley to Kevin Bacon and Kyle MacLachlan. It also details off-stage friendships such as those with Neil Young and Joni Mitchell, as well as with relationships and flings with some of TV, film, and music's biggest names including Jon Voight, Richard Dreyfuss, Victor French, Tim Considine, Bill Murray, and Jim Morrison. Ultimately, Charlotte's story is of a survivor. Six years after her career-making role on Little House on the Prairie she'd lost everything and was living on vodka and hotdogs. Yet through the darkest periods of her life - divorce, drug-use, cancer, financial ruin, the death of a spouse, and alcoholism - she never lost her humanity or sense of humor. She is set to reprise her role of Betty Briggs in the new Twin Peaks series to be seen on Showtime in 2017. Throughout the year, she is a featured celebrity in fan events and festivals for Little House on the Prairie and Twin Peaks both in the U.S. and abroad.

This week, the entire Ingalls family is concerned about Mary. Her grades are suddenly failing, and Pa is the only one smart enough to figure out that she needs glasses. That entire mystery takes most of the episode to solve. After her eyes are opened to a whole new world via glasses, she is immediately terrorized by the Oleson kids who tell her she will never get married now that glasses have turned her into a hideous monster. Mary decides she'd rather fail at school than be a spinster so she hides her glasses. Thankfully, a dopey version of Ryan Gosling swings by to make out with Miss Beadle (who also wears glasses) proving to Mary that maybe the Oleson kids are just mean and have no idea what they are talking about. Amy, Julie, and Marissa delve into subjects like body image, what personal "flaws" plagued us when we were teenagers, and how we learned we finally needed glasses. We also talk about how depressing Planet Earth can be and how washing your face with oil can possibly solve acne issues. For more articles, photos, and other resources on each episode, visit our weekly companion blog here. Special Thanks to David Rose Publishing for allowing us use of his iconic theme for the Little House on the Prairie show. (Composition Credit) © 1974 David Rose Publishing Co. | (Master Recording Credit) ℗ 2010 David Rose Publishing Co.

Trigger Warning: This episode involves alcoholism and child abuse. This week we explore another dark episode that portrays some troubling social issues: alcoholism and child abuse.  When John Stewart (not that Jon Stewart of Daily Show fame) beats his son into unconsciousness in a drunken rage, the town of Walnut Grove (and especially the Ingalls family) cannot choose to ignore what is happening any longer. Thanks to Miss Beadle, Ma, Pa, and Doc Baker, appropriate measures are taken in order to provide healing to both the father and son. For more articles, photos, and other resources on each episode, visit our weekly companion blog here. Special Thanks to David Rose Publishing for allowing us use of his iconic theme for the Little House on the Prairie show. (Composition Credit) © 1974 David Rose Publishing Co. | (Master Recording Credit) ℗ 2010 David Rose Publishing Co.

After the future Walnut Grove serial killer causes Miss Beadle to get severely injured in an accident involving some dramatic stunts, the town begs Ma to be the school’s substitute teacher while Miss Beadle recovers. After reluctantly accepting the gig, Ma struggles to win over the students with her athletic prowess and build up the confidence of a giant, balding man-kid so he can read. Meanwhile, Carrie is babysat by the “Nelsons.”  (We all know “Nelsons” is a codename for a family of wolves in the forest. Seriously, no one watches this kid.) This episode is sure to delight with plenty of Mrs. Oleson and Ma battles, average looking clay figurines, and Carolyn’s swiftly changing moods. Marissa and Amy get into a very long tangent on the little we know about the history of public education, Julie delights us with her dramatic gasps throughout, and we see evidence of a town ghost who haunts the church/school. For more articles, photos, and other resources on each episode, visit our weekly companion blog here. Special Thanks to David Rose Publishing for allowing us use of his iconic theme for the Little House on the Prairie show. (Composition Credit) © 1974 David Rose Publishing Co. | (Master Recording Credit) ℗ 2010 David Rose Publishing Co.

VHSRewind.com Presents: Walnut GroveCast - Episode 14 Here Come the Brides For this episode of Walnut GroveCast I am joined by Susan King! Bare-foot bumpkin Luke Sims and his hunky dad Adam, arrive in Walnut Grove. Adam is a pig farmer, (and according to Willie, “he raises hogs too”…. as will be evident at the Olson’s dinner table when Luke joins them for a meal) Adam and son stop by the schoolhouse so that Luke can get some book learnin’ and have a “women’s touch” in his life. We discover Adam is a widower and Miss Beadle instantaneously has the hots for him. Not knowing her history, Luke takes a shine to Nellie and their relationship progresses. Harriet catches them out late one night and seeks Miss Beadle’s help in stopping their romance as it is effecting Nellie's school work. Miss Beadle protests at first but quickly realizes this is a great opportunity to see hunky Adam again Luke decides to buy Nellie a ring for her birthday, using Mary to assist him, misunderstandings galore occur with Nellie angry telling her mother to “SHUT UP” as she explains to Nellie that “ Luke bought a ring for Mary and men are fickle as weather vanes”. Luke shows up at the door on her birthday with presents in tow and the misunderstanding is cleared up. Luke, Nellie, Adam and Miss Eva Beadle spend time together picnicking, etc. and Adam proposes to Eva. She wants to think about it because of her age and school responsibilities. While pondering Adams proposal, Nellie asks Ms. Beadle about marriage (Age etc.) Miss B thinks she is talking about her, but in reality, she is contemplating Luke’s proposal to her. Both Nellie and Eva decide to wed the Sims men, Eva telling Adam in a sweet moment at his house, Nellie, and Luke grabbing a suitcase, hopping on the Oleson’s buckboard and driving to sleepy-eye to elope. Hilarity ensues as Adam, Ms. Beadle and the Oleson’s (with a rifle in tow) track them down to a hotel. Harriet’s request? “Nels, make her a widow!” They all go back to the JP and Nellie and Luke get “unmarried”. While Adam and Ms. Beadle are there at the JP, they decide to marry….and with the exception of the JP and his wife who have been continuously awoken all night long…they live happily ever after.

Charlotte Stewart was Miss Beadle on Little House On The Prarie, Betty Briggs on Twin Peaks and has many stories of rubbing elbows with Hollywood legends. We had a great talk on this episode of TV You Grew Up With. You can find her autobiography at Amazon.com: Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me Thanks Charlotte!

Today's Guest: Charlotte Stewart, actress, “Twin Peaks,” “Little House on the Prairie,” EraserheadCHARLOTTE STEWART podcast excerpt: “David Lynch is a very sincere person. He is a meditator — he is a joyful person. I’ve never seen David in a bad mood. When I was shooting ’Twin Peaks’ last year, his set was so comfortable… David Lynch paints film; he does a visual thing that is unlike any other director I’ve known. And it works.”Order Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary, and Me: http://amzn.to/1YiPdja Order 'Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery': http://amzn.to/21duDj4 Key interview moments:• 17:25 Actress Charlotte Stewart spent a lost weekend with Jim Morrison, lead singer of The Doors, shortly before his fateful trip to Paris from which he would never return;• 45:02 Perhaps best known as the schoolmarm “Miss Beadle” on the long-running Michael Landon TV series, “Little House on the Prairie,” Stewart has nothing but love and respect for its growing legion of fans;• 51:45 Stewart, who starried in director David Lynch’s very first film, Eraserhead, and his best-known work, the TV series “Twin Peaks,” talks about what he is like as a man and a friend.Subscribe to Mr. Media for FREE on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=MrMediaRadioFor more interviews like this one: http://www.MrMedia.com What is Mr. Media® Interviews? The calm of Charlie Rose, the curiosity of Terry Gross and the unpredictability of Howard Stern! Since February 2007, more than 1,000 exclusive Hollywood, celebrity, pop culture video and audio comedy podcast interviews by Mr. Media®, a.k.a., Bob Andelman, with newsmakers in TV, radio, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, books, websites, social media, politics, sports, graphic novels, and comics! Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/andelmanFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MrMediaRadio

Who:  Charlotte Stewart - Actress, Known as Miss Beadle on Little House on the Prairie and Betty Briggs in Twin Peaks What We Talked About:  Charlotte's first days on the set of Little House on the Prairie and when she started to feel like she was “stepping into her celebrity.”  She talked about her philosophies for success and how optimism has helped her.  Charlotte is someone who has really lived life in a BIG way, from her wild days of hanging out with Jim Morrison in the 60's to working with David Lynch on Eraserhead and Twin Peaks to her recent tour with the Little House cast, Charlotte is someone who says, “YES” to life! Why I Like Charlotte:  Charlotte is over 75-years-old and still living life like it's an adventure.  Recently married and ready to appear in a Twin Peaks Reunion Event, there is no end in sight to her thirst for life.  There is a bubbly essence to Charlotte that I know you will love. Great Line:   I do think of life as an adventure. Where to Learn More:  Get Charlotte's new memoir here:  http://www.amazon.com/Little-House-Hollywood-Hillls-Becoming/dp/159393906X/ LITTLE HOUSE IN THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me by Charlotte Stewart and Andy Demsky is the no-holds-barred, heart-breaking and ultimately joyful account of 50 years in film and television http://www.themindawareshow.com

Today's Guest: Charlotte Stewart, actress, “Twin Peaks,” “Little House on the Prairie,” Eraserhead, author, Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary, and Me   Watch this exclusive Mr. Media interview with Charlotte Stewart by clicking on the video player above!  Mr. Media is recorded live before a studio audience full of men and women who seem to have been everywhere and with everyone throughout modern history, including Forest Gump, Zelig and Justin Beiber… in the NEW new media capital of the world… St. Petersburg, Florida! When you pick up a memoir – particularly a celebrity memoir – part of the inherent appeal is that you can safely be a voyeur at arm’s reach. But when that celebrity memoir falls short on sharing names and intimate details, well, that’s not a great read. Because if you just wanted to hear how swell everybody is and how perfect a celebrity’s life is, you could just tune in to “Ellen.” CHARLOTTE STEWART podcast excerpt: "Life became just unbearable for Jim (Morrison, lead singer of The Doors). He was facing three years in jail and all kinds of paparazzi were around. He called me up one day and said, 'I have to get out of town. I want to go away. You want to come?' I said sure. He asked me because he trusted me. We didn't have an affair; we had a friendship. We headed up to Cambria and I introduced Jim to some artist friends of mine who didn't know who Jim was. Jim didn't look like Jim Morrison. We went up to Hearst Castle -- Jim Morrison was riding the Hearst tour bus. Nobody knew him. We were just shooting pool and drinking..." You can LISTEN to this interview with actress CHARLOTTE STEWART, author of LITTLE HOUSE IN THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary, and Me, by clicking the audio player above! So when I tell you that actress Charlotte Stewart’s autobiography delivers on both boldface names and remarkably personal details, trust me, I’m underselling the book. In Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl’s Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me, the author tells stories about the friends she made, the roles she played and the men she loved across Hollywood going back more than 50 years. CHARLOTTE STEWART podcast excerpt: "David Lynch is a very sincere person. He is a meditator — he is a joyful person. I’ve never seen David in a bad mood. When I was shooting ’Twin Peaks’ last year, his set was so comfortable… David Lynch paints film; he does a visual thing that is unlike any other director I’ve known. And it works." Like who? Well, she had a long getaway weekend with singer Jim Morrison of The Doors shortly before his fateful final trip to Paris. She was married to actor Tim Considine, one of the sons in the CBS hit comedy “My Three Sons” – although that didn’t keep her from leading a wild life of sex and drugs of which her husband knew nothing. One of the few men she turned down was her boss for four years as she played the reserved schoolmarm Miss Beadle on “Little House on the Prairie.” The boss’s name? Pa Ingalls himself, Michael Landon. A few more names in her life’s story: Elvis Presley. Kevin Bacon. Kyle McLachlan. Neil Young. Joni Mitchell. Jimmy Stewart. CHARLOTTE STEWART podcast excerpt: "I was so lucky in so many ways , but I took it for granted. I'm just glad I got through it." Oh, and she inspired a scene in Tom Wolfe’s novel, The Bonfire of the Vanities. She also co-starred in David Lynch’s breakthrough cult film, Eraserhead, as Mary X. And while she and the director never got together off the set, she did live on and off through the years with Eraserhead himself, Jack Nance. (And Lynch gave her the recurring role of “Betsy Briggs” on his legendary TV show “Twin Peaks,” a role she’ll return to in the show’s third season in early 2017 on Showtime.) During today’s conversation,

The Stuph File Program Featuring Bart King, author of The Drake Equation; Charlotte Stewart, actress & author of Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me; & Stuart Nulman with another edition of Book Banter Download Bart King is back on the show. He's the prolific author who has churned out such books as The Big Book of Girl Stuff, The Big Book of Spy Stuff, The Big Book Of Gross Stuff and most recently, The Big Book Of Superheroes. But this time Bart has gone in a different direction, writing his first novel. It's called The Drake Equation. Actress Charlotte Stewart is best known for playing the beloved schoolteacher, Miss Beadle on Little House on the Prairie and as Betty Briggs on Twin Peaks. She has just released her memoirs entitled Little House in the Hollywood Hills: A Bad Girl's Guide to Becoming Miss Beadle, Mary X, and Me. Stuart Nulman is in with another edition of Book Banter.  This week’s reviewed book is Toni Tennille: A Memoir written by Toni Tennille, (Taylor Trade, $25). You can also read Stuart’s reviews in The Montreal Times.  This week's opening slate is presented by Kristy Zhang, an anatomy & cell biology student at McGill University who also dabbles in media & communications..