“M*A*S*H: The Comedy That Changed Television” with special guests John Scheinfeld and Dan Harrison - MASH Matters #115
Release Date: 12/15/2023
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When's the podcast coming back? Jeff & Ryan discuss the longer-than-expected hiatus and announce the return date for new MASH Matters episodes.
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Jeff & Ryan welcome Bill Taylor, the author of to discuss Mike's career, Mannix, and his reputation for being one of the nicest guys in Hollywood. Jamie Farr also joins us to talk about his long friendship with Mr. Connors and their guest stint on The Love Boat. We even find a few M*A*S*H connections, too. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode of MASH Matters.
info_outline SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: A Short BreakMASH Matters
Jeff & Ryan share a quick announcement about the immediate future of the podcast. (Don't worry. We're not quitting!)
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In this episode of MASH Matters, Jeff and Ryan welcome "cousins" Vanessa and Ethan, hosts of , a podcast that recaps our favorite TV series episode by episode. We discuss their fandom, friendship, and favorite M*A*S*H moments. Plus, where the heck did they get the name "M*A*S*H Mouth?" Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more
info_outline "How Big an Idiot is Jeff Maxwell?" - MASH Matters #126MASH Matters
In this episode of MASH Matters, listeners tell Jeff all the ways he's screwed up recently. He and Ryan also eulogize Donald Sutherland, talk about tags, review Reverend Jim's MASH script, update the Salkowitz saga, and dissect Jeff's acting choices in his Emmy-worthy guest appearance on CHiPs. Plus, we narrow the field of potential names for M*A*S*H fans. If you want to learn more about these podcast topics, Larry Gelbart orders you to read more about it! Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more
info_outline Do M*A*S*H Fans Have a Name? - MASH Matters #125MASH Matters
Taylor has Swifties, Beyoncé has the BeyHive, and Buffett has Parrotheads. But what should we call our fellow M*A*S*H fanatics? That's just one of the many topics Jeff & Ryan discuss on this episode of MASH Matters. Other talking points include industrial films, Jamie Farr's earlobes, unsold pilots, 1951, the Salkowitz theory, Margaret's pillow, stray crew members, and more. PLUS, we introduce another never-before-seen treasure from Michael Hirsh! Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more
info_outline AUDIO: Show & Tell - MASH Matters #124MASH Matters
NOTE: THIS IS AUDIO FROM A VIDEO EPISODE. You can watch the video here: or click on the show notes for Episode 124 at It's Show & Tell day! Jeff & Ryan take to YouTube to show off their personal M*A*SH collections. You'll see all kinds of memorabilia - from action figures, die cast cars, and promotional glasses to scripts, cast gifts, and a chess piece from the Swamp. Plus, Jeff breaks out his original Igor hat! We hope you enjoy this VIDEO episode of MASH Matters! Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and...
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Grab a stale loaf of toast and settle in for another round of listener questions on this episode of MASH Matters! Jeff & Ryan discuss a smattering of subjects including Radar's letter-opening technique, handwritten notes, pink action figures, Igor's musical skills, assorted Sophies, and the going rate for M*A*S*H scripts. Plus, who baled all that hay? Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more
info_outline Radar's Magic Chiclet - MASH Matters #122MASH Matters
How tall is Jeff? Why didn't the M*A*SH cast have crew cuts? How many gifts *did* Margaret's father give her mother on their wedding night? These are just a few of the burning questions Jeff & Ryan tackle on this episode of MASH Matters! Other topics include AfterMASH, chicken coops, Jackie Cooper, Army boots, how to say Cavalry, journaling, and that blasted big red bird with fuzzy pink feet. Plus, we finally get the definitive answer to the oft-asked question, "Can Alan Alda really knit?" Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes,...
info_outline Burying the Time Capsule with special guest Jay King - MASH Matters #121MASH Matters
Remember the time capsule the M*A*S*H cast buried after the series ended? In this episode, we talk to the guy who dug the hole! Special effects technician Jay King joins Jeff & Ryan to discuss his time on the series. We talk about the infamous time capsule (What was in it? Who dug it up? Where is it now?) and other topics including a scary chopper ride, fighting fire on stage 9, squirting blood, blowing up tongue depressors, wrestling alligators, and how to make the O.R. smell like a hospital. Support the podcast and buy merch at the For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and...
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