Remember That Show?
In each monthly installment of the podcast, Adam Pope and William Bruce West ask if you Remember That Show? Exploring an obscure or forgotten TV series from the 80's and 90's while examining the television landscape in which it was broadcast, imagining how the show could have been saved and reflecting on their own lifelong obsession with TV.
Episodes
SPOON! Adam and Will are back to discuss the FOX Kids animated series The Tick from 1994. A series that lasted 3 seasons, but doesn't seem as fondly remembered as X-Men, Batman or Spider-Man shows that were airing at the same time. Laugh along with the discussion of absurdist adventures and characters, plus a look back at personal favorite cartoon superheroes and more!
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Adam and Will take a first time watch of Double Trouble from 1984, the short-lived sitcom starring twin sisters, Liz and Jean Sagal. Was this forgotten series double the fun or double the dregs? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers!
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- Tim Heasley
Adam and Will explore one of the most disastrous programs to ever be broadcast in prime time, The Dana Carvey Show, which aired for 7 controversial episodes in 1996 on the ABC network. But why did it fail? And was it funny? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers!
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- Tim Heasley
Adam and Will discuss the 1994 TV movie pilot and retooled 22 episode FOX adventure series M.A.N.T.I.S. starring Carl Lumbly and the cultural events that inspired its creation. Plus, learn the hosts favorite TV time snacks and more!
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- Tim Heasley
It's animated high adventure as Adam and Will revisit the world of James Bond Jr., the barely remembered animated series starring the nephew of 007 that tried to redefine the world of high stakes espionage for 90s kids.
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- Tim Heasley
It's crime fighting time! Adam and Will are guilty of getting excited about the short lived animated series C.O.P.S. from 1988, which was based on the toy line by Hasbro. But more than a discussion of the cartoon, the hosts can't stop talking about their favorite childhood action figures! So tune in and get ready for a real nostalgia trip.
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- Tim Heasley
Adam and Will explore the 1995 Designing Women sequel spin-off, Women of the House that found Delta Burke reprising her role of Suzanne Sugarbaker in Washington, D.C.! If you didn't know this existed, you're in for a treat. It's a bizarre, but entertaining train wreck that leads to a lively episode of the podcast.
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- Tim Heasley
In the first of a two-part mini series, Adam and Will explore the legacy of Designing Women on TV from 1986-1993. Behind the scenes drama! Cast changes! Controversial storylines! Plus, learn more about your hosts than you ever expected.
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- Tim Heasley
The time has finally come to talk Team Knight Rider, the 1997 sequel to the classic 80s adventure series. 5 drivers, 5 cars, 1 season of 22 syndicated episodes that nobody remembers. Do Michael Knight and KITT make an appearance? Was it better than Knight Rider 2000 or Knight Rider 2010? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers!
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- Tim Heasley
We're discussing a wacky syndicated sitcom that was tailor made for Remember That Show? It's Out Of This World from 1987 featuring alien powers, 80's hijinks and goofy guys galore. So stick your index fingers together and get listening, TV Lovers!
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Adam & Will explore the dense history of Mama's Family from its 70s sketch comedy origins to TV movies, failed network seasons and perfected syndicated version in the 80s. Plus, we discuss our favorite "Old People" from television history, TV marathon memories and more.
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- Tim Heasley
We introduce our new "Channel Surfing" format where we travel through the entire history of a television franchise. For our maiden voyage we're exploring the legacy of Punky Brewster from the original 2 seasons on NBC starting in 1984, to the 2 years of syndication from 1987-1988 and capping off with the 2021 revival series on Peacock. Summon your "Punky Power" and get listening, TV Lovers!
Thanks to our monthly supporters...We're back with a bonus TV Treat episode for the Halloween season to explore an episode of the Punky Brewster cartoon from 1985 called "Halloween Howlers", where Glomer and the Punky gang go trick or treating. Plus we announce a new special episode format called "Channel Surfing", which will be our next episode covering the television legacy of Punky Brewster in the 80's and beyond.
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Adam and Will take a trip to Eerie, Indiana to explore the strange happenings in this unique early 90's TV series that would not die. Plus discussions of local supernatural lore, bizarre celebrity rumors, teen television stars who never hit the big time and more. It's spooky and kooky so listen now!
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We're entering the Halloween season by exploring the 2 season spin-off, Baywatch Nights starring David Hasselhoff, Angie Harmon and plenty of sexy guest stars. We examine the bizarre Season 2 shift from lackluster detective drama to bonkers supernatural adventure series, while also discussing the International Baywatch phenomenon, our scariest childhood TV viewing moments and more.
This episode is "FUNbelievable!". Join us as we examine XUXA, the bizarre children's variety show from 1993 starring a millionaire Brazilian media icon, who barely spoke English. Freakish human/animal sidekicks, gaggles of children running amok and guest stars like The Olsen Twins abound in this captivating TV trainwreck.
Thanks to our monthly supporters- Chad Droze
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- Tim Heasley
We're going "all around the nation" to discuss "the new sensation" that was KIDS, Incorporated a kids musical show that ran for 10 years on the Disney Channel and featured all the top pop music hits of the 80's. We also talk about the rise of music videos, the best TV theme song and how this show was the launching pad for future superstars like Fergie, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Mario Lopez!
Thanks to our monthly supporters ...Saved By the Summer draws to a close as Will and Adam have a very lively discussion about the Peacock reimagining of Saved By The Bell from 2020, exploring how the new cast compares to the returning originals, if the absence of Screech affects the series and so much more.
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- Tim Heasley
In the third installment of our Saved By The Summer series, we journey through all 7 seasons of Saved By The Bell: The New Class. This TNBC series lasted longer than the original, enduring many cast changes and welcoming back Dustin Diamond as Screech. We also discuss the sitcom trope of adding a cute new kid to a long running series and more.
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We graduate with the Bayside gang to follow their adventures on campus in Saved By The Bell: The College Years. We explore what made the original Saved By The Bell so special and why this sequel series flunked in prime time.
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- Tim Heasley
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