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Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Send a textPour a glass and settle in for a slow-burn tour through Dallas S5E6, where every choice is a clock and every feeling has a price. We start with a core-memory laugh about grandmas and “stories,” then drop into the heart of it: Pam's light turned low by depression, her longing sharpened by a new sister who grew up with the mother Pam never had. A quiet hospital room becomes the truest scene in the hour—Pam admitting she rescued John Ross the way no one rescued her—and you can see the realization cross Katherine's face like a storm she didn't expect. From there, the episode splinters into lives running at different speeds. Bobby sweats in a suit to buy secrets about Kristen's baby. Lucy glows at a garden party while Mitch eyes plastic surgery with purpose, not vanity. Ray and Donna test whether a marriage can survive when the cowboy becomes a dealmaker, and Ellie drops the simple wisdom that love changes shape or snaps. On a wide stretch of Texas land, Sue Ellen and Dusty's father share the tender kind of grief that doesn't demand a scene; it just sits beside you and stays kind. Then the money machine starts. J.R. tries to lever $200 million on a 30-day bet. The banks hedge, and Vaughn Leland strolls in smiling like he's already won. He does his homework, confirms the market will rise briefly and drop hard, then hands J.R. the rope with immaculate manners. Afton, dressed like a promise she's still waiting to collect, resists being used as leverage again, reminding us that every “favor” costs someone. By the final signature, we're watching a master class in timing: when to hold, when to hurt, and when to let a rival walk into his own plan. If you love character-driven drama, oil intrigue, and that Dallas magic where revenge simmers instead of shouting, this one is for you. Hit play, share your take—team Pam's heart, Sue Ellen's grace, or J.R.'s hustle—and if this recap hit a nerve, subscribe, rate, and leave a review so more soap lovers find their way here.
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Sue Ellen says she's not afraid of anything…that is until she hears a creepy howling noise in the woods. Arthur, Binky, and Buster join her on a mission to discover what's behind the mysterious howls!
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Send us a textRevenge smells sweet, but the aftertaste is complicated. We pick up our Dallas rewatch with Sue Ellen finally catching a breath of freedom at the Southern Cross while JR hatches a statewide oil squeeze to force the Farlow's into a corner. The plan is pure Ewing—fast money, faster phone calls, and the belief that you can muscle reality into submission with enough tanks, loans, and nerve. It might even work, if the numbers hold and the secrets don't. Then the ground shifts. Pam disappears and surfaces on a rooftop edge, a silent portrait of despair that refuses to be hand-waved away. The hospital conversation is gentle and honest: severe depression, a push toward Brooktree, and a reminder that love doesn't fix everything without help. Bobby's fear is raw, his care practical, and the show gives Pam's pain room to breathe. Across town, Barnes-Wentworth family politics light a fuse when Rebecca hands Cliff their father's first company, and Catherine's smile tightens into something sharp. Inheritances are more than balance sheets; they redraw the map of who belongs. And just when the dust seems to settle, a photo lands on Bobby's desk: Kristen with a newborn, a $2,000 whisper, and a question that could detonate every alliance—whose baby is Christopher? We connect these threads to a bigger theme we love to explore: how one new player can dim an old star, from Dynasty's Fallon and Alexis dynamic to the way Dallas shifts gravity toward JR. If you're into legacy drama, character psychology, and the thrill of high-stakes scheming, this chapter delivers. If this breakdown hit the sweet spot, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves classic soaps, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find us. Got a theory about Christopher or a character you think the writers “dimmed”? Text us from the link in the show notes or email soaplorepodcast@gmail.com. We'll feature your take on air.
Send us a textA custody hearing isn't supposed to feel cinematic, but this one does. We break down Dallas S5E4 with the energy and empathy it deserves: JR's brazen play to fold a judge into “business,” Sue Ellen's poised counter with facts and moral clarity, and the elegant, heartbreaking reveal that reframes her relationship with Dusty. When the ruling lands, it's more than a plot twist—it's a verdict on power, optics, and what stability really means for a child. From there, we track the threads that make Dallas addictive. Pam's unraveling moves from whispers to alarm bells, and Bobby's hunt for a legitimate path to adoption runs straight into the machinery of public image. Afton wants a real career instead of afternoon crumbs, Mitch saves a stranger with a perfect Heimlich and finds an unexpected ally, and Cliff steps into Wentworth with a title, a desk, and a second chance at family. Then Catherine arrives—polished, enigmatic, and instantly consequential—pulling new gravity into the room. We also zoom out to the meta: why Dynasty and Dallas rebooted while Falcon Crest stalled, how set culture shapes story tone, and what the lore says about creative collaboration versus personality-driven kingdoms. If you love vintage primetime soaps, this is the sweet spot where plot, performance, and backstage myth collide. Listen for courtroom strategy, character pivots, and the kind of details only a watch-and-report can catch. If you're new to Dallas or deep in the archive, you'll leave with fresh context and a few strong opinions. If this breakdown hits, subscribe, share with a friend who loves classic TV, and leave a review so more soap fans can find us. What would your ruling have been?
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
It's the last Hot Goss of the year and it's Wine O'Clock! Alaska and Willam are clucking about how busy 2025 was, what makes a Staycation, and why someone might take their shoes off at a club. Plus Willam's upcoming gig at Roscoe's with Mistress Isabelle Brooks, hot cider with bubble water, and the great capri pants debate continues. Happy Birthday Sue Ellen! See you all in 2026 :)Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFollow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterRainbow Spotlight: DJ Play A Christmas Song by CherFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send us a textA grandma, a helicopter, and a runaway softball shouldn't add up to a custody chess match—unless you're in Dallas Season 5. We dive into “Showdown at San Angelo,” where JR trades stealth for spectacle, Sue Ellen protects peace at the Southern Cross, and Ellie faces a split-second test of principle: win ugly or walk away clean. The move fails, but the message lands—power doesn't always beat preparation, and reputation can make you predictable. We also track the quieter tremors that make Dallas so addictive. Donna wants the dirt under Ray's boots, not the cologne on his cuffs, while Ray insists growth doesn't cancel grit. Afton dazzles with the wrong vibe in the right room. Rebecca returns with money, guilt, and an offer: Cliff should fix a stagnant oilfield-supply company that ought to be printing cash. It's a sharp take on Texas economics—the shovel sellers in a gold rush shouldn't break even—and a chance for Cliff to be more than a spoiler. Meanwhile, Pam's single-focus push for a baby leads her and Bobby into a blunt reality check about adoption, choice, and access that even Ewing money can't shortcut.Jock's absence is handled with care, sending him on a government mission that keeps him revered and out of sight while Ellie pedals toward strength and clarity at home. The emotional center belongs to Sue Ellen and Dusty: tenderness is intact, limits are real, and love becomes a practice, not a pose. When Southern Cross refuses to be outplayed, JR is forced to rethink the only game he trusts. Stakes stay high, but the episode asks a deeper question: what do you sacrifice to win, and who do you become if you do?Stream the full breakdown, share your take—Team JR, Sue Ellen, or Ellie?—and if you're new here, follow the show, rate it, and drop a review so more Dallas fans can find us.
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Send us a textA poolside tragedy, a courtroom full of spin, and a helicopter that announces a new kind of war—this Dallas breakdown brings heat. We walk through how “Gone But Not Forgotten” closes Kristen's storyline without letting anyone off the hook, then swing into the custody chess match that pits Sue Ellen's resolve against J.R.'s need to control. The question isn't just who's right; it's who can shape the story the fastest and the loudest. We unpack the testimony that frames Kristen's death as accidental, the way J.R. seeds doubt with a tossed-off polygraph line, and why Cliff's failure to land a killing blow at Westar changes the city's power math. From Afton's crucial betrayal to Wendell's lingering grudge, every side character shifts the floor beneath the leads. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen steps into full agency, fortified by Dusty and his father, and the airport snatch attempt becomes a turning point: the other side has muscle, money, and a plan. Watching J.R. take an on-the-spot loss is rare and deeply satisfying. Beyond the fireworks, we sit with Pam's longing for a child and the silence it creates in her marriage. We trace how wealth acts like a character—seducing, dividing, and redefining Donna and Ray, Lucy and Mitch. Dallas thrives when personal stakes meet public spectacle, and this hour nails it: grief handled with restraint, strategy handled with flair. If you love dynastic drama, morally gray moves, and women who turn pain into power, this one's for you. Loved the episode? Follow the show, share it with a soap-loving friend, and drop a review to tell us: is J.R. fighting for love or possession? Your take might show up on air.
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Back for her second visit to Bold Like Her, Sue Ellen shares information on diabetes during Nation Diabetes Awareness Month. We discuss healthy eating habits and signs to look for. I was really surprised to hear that 1/2 the people who have diabetes don't even know it! We also get into the protien craze, exactly how much we're supposed to have in our diets and great ways to get it! Always a good time to get reminders on what a healthy plate actually looks like! 360girls&women | Plant-Based Women's Health Holistic Dietitian Nutritionist
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Send us a textBright lights, sirens, and a glassy pool set the stage for a season opener that wastes no time: Kristen's body is found at Southfork, and the blame ricochets between JR and Cliff before the sun is up. I take you through the minute-by-minute chaos—the broken balcony, the bourbon, the finger-pointing—then pull the camera back to the moves that matter: strategy, custody, and reputation. We travel from Dallas to Abilene and onward to Southern Cross, where Sue Ellen plants her flag and draws a bold boundary around John Ross. The showdown on that sweeping, terracotta-topped ranch reframes the fight: this isn't only about love or law, it's about who gets to define “fit,” “safe,” and “home.” JR counters with a hard-nosed attorney and a character case; Sue Ellen counters with presence, purpose, and a new kind of power. Meanwhile, the DA revives a buried truth—Kristen's past confession to shooting JR—that stains every alibi and turns motive into a mirror. Along the edges, the episode digs into money and identity. Lucy and Mitch wrestle with class and pride, proving that affection can buckle under lifestyle. Donna and Ray spar over a $3 million decision and what “our money” actually means, testing trust without throwing love away. I also weave in choice behind-the-scenes lore—Dynasty's ratings ascendancy, network nights, and the surprising early-life connections among TV icons—that enrich how we read the stakes on screen .By the final beat, Dallas feels both bigger and tighter: a murder mystery, a custody conflict with teeth, and a family machine humming without two of its most familiar gears. If you love high-stakes melodrama with brains, you'll find plenty to savor here—glamour, grit, and just enough scandal to argue about all week. Hit play, subscribe for the next pull from the bag, and tell me: whose case are you buying—JR's leverage or Sue Ellen's line in the sand?
Send us a textFour colossal soap worlds. Four very different ways to bring heat. We dive into a season where Knots Landing leans into the quiet power of neighbors and consequences, Dallas turns a hospital room into a war room, Dynasty weaponizes wit and glamour, and Falcon Crest splits the deck, then wins both hands with action and adult ruthlessness. If you've ever wondered why some finales feel like true cliffhangers and others feel like revelations, this breakdown will change how you watch.We start on the cul-de-sac, where Lily Mae's nosy wisdom, Abby's precision, and Gary and Val's silence say more than any twist. Richard Avery's descent and unexpected accountability become the spine of a season that proves slow burn can sting. Then we head to Southfork, where JR orchestrates chaos from bed with a rotary phone and a devilish grin while Sue Ellen quietly levels up, Bobby shoulders duty, and Pam's thread wobbles. Timeline quirks around Jock's death pop up—but Dallas still crackles because legacy rivalry is the fuel.From there, it's shoulder pads and sharp tongues. Dynasty decides to be prettier, wittier, and proudly outrageous, letting Alexis, Adam, Dex, Kirby, and a returning Sammy Jo turn every room into a chessboard. Dominique steps in and widens the arena, proving style can be strategy. Finally, we pour a glass at Falcon Crest: explosions, hidden treasure, a mid-season pivot, and Angela back on her bully remind us why older power players make the best television. Richard embraces the dark, Chase inches toward necessary ruthlessness, and Maggie anchors the heart under the heat.By the end, we stack the villains—JR, Alexis, Abby, Angela—and ask you to crown the chaos champion. Ready to argue, rewatch, and relive the most iconic prime-time moves? Hit play, then tell us your pick and your biggest gasp moment of the season. If you enjoy this deep dive, subscribe, share with a fellow soap fan, and leave a quick review to help more people find the show.
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Just music this week, but John, Tracy, Sue Ellen, and Fred will be back in the studio next time for Saturday Morning Polkas 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on WZIP-FM.
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Saturday Morning Polkas is broadcast live from WZIP studios at The University of Akron every Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Eastern) with Tracy, John, Fred, and Sue Ellen!
Send us a textThe shocking secrets and betrayals in "Full Circle" demonstrate why Dallas remains the gold standard for primetime drama four decades later. When Sue Ellen receives the devastating news that her sister Kristin has given birth to JR's child, she reaches her breaking point, refusing to continue the charade of their marriage while pouring all her love into raising baby John Ross. JR, ever the manipulator, begins maneuvering for custody while simultaneously courting PR executive Leslie Stewart – unaware she's secretly recording his every misdeed for rival oil company Westar. His audacity reaches new heights when he threatens to "put Sue Ellen in a box" before letting her take their son, showcasing the ruthless determination that made Larry Hagman's character a television icon. Meanwhile, Cliff Barnes finally confronts his long-lost mother Rebecca about abandoning him as a child, in a heart-wrenching scene that adds surprising depth to his character. This emotional reunion occurs just as he discovers evidence linking JR to an international conspiracy involving a counter-revolution in Southeast Asia. When the oversight committee fails to act on the evidence, Cliff immediately suspects Bobby's interference, further straining the Barnes-Ewing rivalry. The episode delivers its most spectacular soap opera moment when Dusty Farlow – previously presumed dead – returns wearing leg braces but determined to walk again for Sue Ellen's love. This unexpected resurrection offers her a potential escape from JR's toxic grip, while setting up an inevitable confrontation. As if these developments weren't explosive enough, the final scenes reveal Kristin's return to Dallas, where she's already manipulating Jordan Lee into believing he's the father of her baby – collecting checks from both him and JR in a classic double-cross scheme that perfectly exemplifies the delicious deception that made Dallas appointment television. Have you watched these classic Dallas episodes? Share your favorite JR scheme or which character you were always rooting for in the comments below!
I love aging and also… I get botox. I love my laugh lines (obviously, we named our podcast after them) but I also want to age gracefully. I want to feel like the best version of myself as I get older and sometimes… that means I get a little help from someone with a laser and a medical degree. In this episode of Laugh Lines, we're pulling back the curtain on cosmetic procedures with my very own dermatologist (and not a paid spokesperson!), the amazing Dr. Sue Ellen Cox. Too many people whisper about this stuff when it should be okay to talk about it!In the show, we discuss botox, lasers, fillers, necks, jowls, and even something called “pre-juvenation.” Dr. Cox is a legend in the field—like "clinical trials for the FDA" kind of legend. This episode is for anyone who's botox-curious, laser-curious, or simply wondering what all this stuff actually does. No gatekeeping here—we're being honest about what we've tried and what questions to ask. Be sure to stay tuned for the Oxford comma justice and Gen Z slang confusion this week. Apparently “he cooked” doesn't mean he made dinner, according to our son. (PC even makes an appearance at the end of the show!) We love to hear from you, leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.Learn more about Dr. Sue Ellen Cox and Aesthetic Solutions: https://aesthetic-solutions.com/Visit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTok Follow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over two billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Book, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textIn "New Beginnings," Dallas delivers one of its most emotionally devastating episodes as characters teeter between hope and heartbreak. The hour opens with celebration at Southfork as the Ewing family gathers to honor Jock and Ellie's reunion and upcoming honeymoon, but beneath the festive exterior, relationships unravel at every turn. Sue Ellen finds herself confronted by her lover's wife in a lunch meeting that changes everything. Rather than the angry confrontation we might expect, Alicia Ogden calmly requests only discretion while sharing her husband. The quiet dignity of this woman who refuses to give up her husband despite knowing he loves another shatters Sue Ellen's illusions about her affair with Clint. Linda Gray masterfully portrays Sue Ellen's transformation as she realizes she cannot continue destroying a marriage where genuine love exists, even if it's one-sided. Meanwhile, JR operates on multiple fronts – manipulating Ray into taking on a business venture beyond his expertise, alienating powerful Westar executives by backing out of a deal to sell Ewing Oil, and planning to divorce Sue Ellen while his parents are away. Larry Hagman brilliantly captures JR's casual cruelty and the fleeting glimpses of genuine emotion that make him such a compelling character. When JR and Sue Ellen share a rare moment of vulnerability, reminiscing about their first attraction, we see what might have been possible between them in another life. Just as reconciliation seems possible, the episode delivers its knockout punch – a phone call from Sue Ellen's sister Kristen announcing she's just given birth to JR's son. The perfect timing of this revelation, immediately following JR's statement that their son John Ross is "the best thing we ever did," showcases Dallas at its dramatic best. As Sue Ellen's face hardens from vulnerable hope to devastated resignation, we're reminded why this series remains the gold standard of primetime soaps. Don't miss our deep dive into this pivotal episode that sets up explosive consequences to come. Subscribe now to catch all our coverage of classic Dallas storylines and join the conversation about television's most iconic family drama.
Episode: S7, Ep 16: Some Do… Some Don't Written: Leonard Katzman Directed: Larry Hagman Aired: January 20, 1984 ----more---- Sue Ellen looks for a way out of her relationship with Peter. Peter talks Sue Ellen out of breaking off their affair but when she is mistaken for his mother her resolve becomes firmer. J.R. wants to have another child which Sue Ellen refuses to do. Jenna's Boutique opens, as does her sexual relationship with Bobby! Edgar Randolf realizes how serious JR is about blackmailing him. Everyone wants Ellie and Clayton to set a wedding date and Clayton wants to enter Ellie's bed, but Ellie is having second thoughts. ----more---- EwingBBQ.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/EwingBBQ Merch: bit.ly/ewingbbqmerch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EwingBBQ/ TikTok: @Ewingbbq Instagram: @EwingBBQ Twitter: @BBQEwing
Send us a textMiss Ellie Ewing has reached her limit. After 45 years of marriage to oil baron Jock Ewing, she calmly walks into her lawyer's office and requests a divorce with the same level of emotion one might display when ordering coffee. It's not just about the swamp preservation project – it's about decades of putting Ewing Oil before family, watching her favorite son Gary flee the toxicity, and feeling increasingly isolated despite being surrounded by wealth. The courtroom showdown over Swamp Lake pits Jock's "Slightly Dusted But Never Busted Billionaire Boys Club of North Texas" against Ellie's Daughters of the Alamo preservationists. Meanwhile, JR orchestrates backdoor deals with West Star Oil, Sue Ellen contemplates leaving her loveless marriage for Cliff Barnes, and Leslie strategically positions herself to capture JR's wealth without any genuine affection. The chess pieces move across multiple boards as the Ewing empire threatens to fracture from within. Bobby emerges as the unlikely peacemaker, securing a compromise by purchasing a third parcel of land. But the true emotional breakthrough comes from Ray Krebs, whose heartfelt offer to renounce his inheritance to save Jock and Ellie's marriage finally breaks through Ellie's resentment. Barbara Bel Geddes delivers a masterclass in subtle acting as she portrays Ellie's journey from righteous anger to reconciliation, culminating in her acceptance of Ray as a true Ewing. This episode exemplifies primetime soap opera perfection – high stakes family drama, corporate scheming, emotional reconciliation, and the complex psychology of wealth and power. Whether you're new to Dallas or returning to relive its golden age, join us as we unpack every nuanced relationship and calculated move in this pivotal chapter of the Ewing family saga.
Send us a textamily loyalties are tested when the Ewings find themselves on opposite sides of an environmental battle. Miss Ellie and the Daughters of the Alamo are fighting to preserve a natural Texas swampland, while Jock and Ray are determined to transform it into a luxury resort. Caught in the middle is Bobby, who as a newly appointed senator must vote on the very project that has divided his parents.Sue Ellen throws caution to the wind, embarking on a brazen afternoon affair with old flame Clint. Far from hiding her indiscretions, she flamboyantly enters their hotel rendezvous in fur and flashy jewelry—a defiant act from a woman who's endured years of JR's betrayals. Speaking of JR, his obsession with public relations consultant Leslie Stewart reaches new heights when she sabotages him by placing a newspaper ad declaring Ewing Oil's sudden commitment to environmental protection, creating a publicity nightmare that forces him to publicly embrace eco-friendly policies that contradict everything the company stands for.Meanwhile, Pam faces an emotional reunion with her birth mother Rebecca Wentworth, who appears eager to reconnect but hesitant to reveal herself to Cliff. Her complex motivations raise questions about whether she truly wants to make amends or is simply easing her conscience now that her wealthy husband has passed. And at SMU, Mitch struggles with his wife Lucy's growing modeling career and the objectification that comes with it."The Mark of Cane" brilliantly showcases how the personal and political intertwine for the Ewings, where business dealings and bedroom affairs create a complex web of power, resentment, and calculated moves that will ripple through future episodes. Have you ever found yourself trapped between family loyalty and personal integrity? The Ewings' dilemmas might feel surprisingly familiar.
S7 Ep15 (146) Off-Shore Crude Written: David Paulsen Directed: Ray Danton Aired: January 13, 1984 ----more---- J.R.'s capacity for double-dealing plumbs new depths as he sets Ewing Oil up for a risk-free ride in offshore oil exploration while setting up Cliff Barnes for a hard fall. Peter and Sue Ellen surreptitiously meet, as do Cliff and Marilee. Bobby and Jenna's relationship deepens as Charlie gets attached. ----more---- EwingBBQ.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/EwingBBQ Merch: bit.ly/ewingbbqmerch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EwingBBQ/ TikTok: @Ewingbbq Instagram: @EwingBBQ Twitter: @BBQEwing
Season 7 Ep 12 (143) Barbecue 4 Written: Leonard Katzman Directed: Arthur Bernard Lewis Aired: December 16, 1983 ----more---- It's the Annual Ewing Barbecue (what a great name...), and all the shenanigans is happening! Ellie and Clayton are home and have some NEWS! JR, who loves to play with his food, invites the Barnes' and the Pornstaches'. Peeeetttteeeeerrrrrr invites himself and then makes another play for Sue Ellen. Jenna feels right back at home at Southfork, much to Pam's dismay. JR makes a big show for Cliff by giving Edgar Randolph all the attention. The Oil Baron's Club is introduced and well as DORA MAE!!!! ----more---- EwingBBQ.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/EwingBBQ Merch: bit.ly/ewingbbqmerch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EwingBBQ/ TikTok: @Ewingbbq Instagram: @EwingBBQ Twitter: @BBQEwing
Season 7 Ep 11 (142) To Catch a Sly Written: David Paulsen Directed: Michael Preece Aired: December 9, 1983 ----more---- As J.R. continues his single minded pursuit to discover the identity of the spy within Ewing Oil who is providing Barnes with confidential business information, Katherine Wentworth continues her scheming to marry Bobby by getting more information about Jenna Wade's child that everyone assumes is Bobby's daughter. Meanwhile, Lucy tells Sue Ellen that she feels it's time to quit mourning over the death of Mickey, and that she wants to begin moving on with the rest of her life by asking Peter to escort her to a friends wedding. Despite the fact that Lucy is very aware that Peter has a strong attraction to Sue Ellen, and even appears to be embarrassingly shocked when Peter turns her offer down. Peter later confronts Sue Ellen outside a store front to express his dissatisfaction that she's not doing enough to maintain their mutually agreed upon friendship. In response, Sue Ellen isn't the least bit concerned that Peter's unrelenting need to be with her might be signs of a serious obsessive-compulsive disorder that needs to be treated, and simply tries to convince Peter that she wants to just remain friends. J.R. eventually discovers that the spy at Ewing Oil is the office secretary Sly, and after confronting her with the evidence, suggest that she work with him to double cross Cliff Barnes. ----more---- EwingBBQ.com Patreon: www.Patreon.com/EwingBBQ Merch: bit.ly/ewingbbqmerch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EwingBBQ/ TikTok: @Ewingbbq Instagram: @EwingBBQ Twitter: @BBQEwing
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Conversations is bringing you a summer treat — a collection of Sarah's most memorable guests through out the years. Sue Ellen Kusher's father was an ASIO agent, and she and her siblings were taught to memorise number plates, spot unusual behaviour, and keep the family business secret at all costs.Sue-Ellen's parents were ASIO agents living secretly in the Brisbane suburbs at the height of the Cold War.Their mission was to locate and track Soviet agents, and they enlisted their 3 young children to help.Sue-Ellen was taught to memorise numberplates, stake out buildings, and never ever let anyone else know the truth about her family.During the Melbourne Olympics Sue-Ellen's family secretly hosted the Petrovs, Australia's famous Russian defectors… they spent much of their time together in beer gardens at the Gold Coast until Vladimir Petrov nearly gave them all away.This episode of Conversations contains discussion about spies, secret agents, ASIO, cold war, China, Russia, Canberra, Brisbane, Australian history, Australian politics, world history, 20th Century history, family relationships, siblings, security intelligence, national intelligence, national secrets, secret keeping, defence, national security, diplomatic work, undercover, surveillance, Petrovs, the Petrov affair, ASIO files, spy kids, Olympic Games, Brisbane Olympics,