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“M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television” with special guests John Scheinfeld and Dan Harrison - MASH Matters #115

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Release Date: 12/15/2023

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It's an episode we never wanted to do, but we knew we needed to do it.   This one is for our dear, sweet friend, Loretta Swit.   Memorial donations may be made to or the    

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Jeff and Ryan open another big ol' mailbag of listener questions in this episode of MASH Matters. We discuss phantom mess tent movies, square footage, showering at the 4077th, Igor's sister's wood, singing surgeons, and what happens when actors call in sick. Plus, we say Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen to another M*A*S*H actor, and we welcome our new co-host, Mark!   Support the podcast  and buy merch at the    For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more     

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In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan welcome you into the VIP tent! You'll hear three bonus mini-episodes that we recorded exclusively for our VIPs. We share some never-before-told stories (and a few that we've probably told multiple times). Plus, Jeff gives us a peek at his massive residual check from Starsky & Hutch.   Support the podcast  and buy merch at the    For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more  

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"I think that we shall never see / a podcast as lovely as episode 134." (Yes, we know it doesn't rhyme.)   In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff & Ryan wax poetic about another round of listener questions. Topics include the magnificence of Larry Linville, M*A*S*H-inspired parties, dirty long johns, neti pots, love for "Letters," forgotten polls, bonding over Packo's, and more. Plus, we say Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen to not one, but TWO beloved M*A*S*H actors.   Support the podcast  and buy merch at the    For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more  ...

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Jeff & (what's left of) Ryan open the phone lines and unload an abundance of listener voicemails. We listen to YOUR thoughts on topics like bingo, the Big 10, Igor's phone number, Margaret's cult, chopper auctions, finale animosity, Winchester's death fixation, and much more. If you'd like to leave a voicemail, call MASH Matters at 513-436-4077. (voicemails must be under 3 minutes in length)   Support the podcast  and buy merch at the    For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more  

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Jeff & Ryan welcome the wonderful Karen Lieberman to MASH Matters! Karen was Executive Producer Burt Metcalfe's right-hand gal through the first nine years of M*A*S*H's run. She shares so many great stories about on-set pranks, guest star salaries, her baby's gender reveal by Harry Morgan, and the Christmas gift from Burt Metcalfe that she still uses to this day. Plus, Karen tells us what it was like standing next to McLean Stevenson during the shooting of *that* scene... and why you should never order tuna on Fridays in the Fox commissary.   Support the podcast and buy merch at...

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Jeff & Ryan take to the air with Captain Ray Poss on MASH Matters! Capt. Poss's career as a seasoned pilot included flying choppers on M*A*S*H - both the film and the series! We discuss his unorthodox start in show business, the story behind some of his most memorable episodes, his stint as the infamous Five O'Clock Charlie, and much more. Buckle up... this is a fun one! For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more Support the podcast and buy merch at the       

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We enlist the aid of our VIPs in this episode of MASH Matters. Jeff & Ryan blindly answer last-minute questions submitted by the fine folks supporting the podcast on . Topics include line dancing, Sister Theresa's orphans, our most common listener questions, Disney's 50th anniversary snub, favorite Private Igor scenes, and George the Bird's TV habits. Special thanks to our Patreon VIPs for coming through for us in our time of need. Support the podcast and buy merch at the  For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more  

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Jeff & Ryan open the overstuffed mailbag to answer another round of listener questions. Topics include tug-o-war, Alan Alda's dream for Igor, BJ's surgical hat, the gateway to Zanesville, and a possible Garrett & Maxwell reunion. We also reveal the top picks in the M*A*S*H fan name survey and choose The Final Two. As always, this episode of MASH Matters was NOT brought to you by Skechers.  Support the podcast and buy merch at the  For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more   

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Jeff & Ryan return from the way-too-long hiatus with a SUPERSIZED episode of MASH Matters! In this long-awaited Season Eight Recap, we discuss every episode of M*A*S*H's eighth season, read listener comments, share our thoughts, play lots of clips, and reveal our favorite Season Eight episodes. We're back and better(?) than ever!   Support the podcast and buy merch at the    For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more   

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Jeff & Ryan welcome director John Scheinfeld and TV executive Dan Harrison to discuss the documentary, M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television, airing January 1, 2024 on Fox! We discuss the special's 10-year journey to the screen, the challenges of distilling eleven seasons down to 2 hours, greenlighting the special for broadcast TV, and why John & Dan believe this is the definitive M*A*S*H documentary. All this and Elvis, too!
 

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