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**Because It Was On**

Because It Was On is the ultimate podcast for sitcom lovers. BIWO is like that fancy film podcast, but for people who like to talk about that episode of ‘Saved by the Bell’ where Jessie gets addicted to caffeine pills. Join hosts Jessica and Zach as they explore the most memorable episodes of beloved television classics. With insightful analysis, Jessica and Zach unravel the social politics tucked into 22 minute TV shows. Tune in for engaging discussions and a nostalgic journey through the zany world of sitcoms.

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Ugh, It's a Clip Show Jun 22, 2023

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It's Pride Month and we ain't doing any work. Here's a clip show. See you in July!

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That Episode of Everybody Loves Raymond Where That Lady Swallowed a Fly Jun 16, 2023

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That's it. That's the episode.

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Gays of Our Lives: Will and Grace and The Gay Best Friend in Sitcoms Jun 09, 2023

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Folks, this week friendship has been yaasified as Jessica and Zach talk about The Gay Best Friend trope in Will and Grace. They also use this opportunity to talk about their relationship and do some straight up couple's counseling with each other, not talking about Will and Grace in any detail until about the 40 minute mark.

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My Neighbor the Alien: 3rd Rock from the Sun, Mork and Mindy, My Favorite Martian, and The Neighbors Jun 02, 2023

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Greetings, Earthlings! This week Jessica and Zach talk about the sitcom genres depiction of Aliens and what it says about evolving attitudes towards "the other" and how we view ourselves. Featured on this episode: 3rd Rock from the Sun, Mork and Mindy, My Favorite Martian, and The Neighbors

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The Golden Girls and Designing Women: 80's Ladies May 26, 2023

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It's time to burn your bras and burn your dinners because there ain't much these 80's Ladies haven't tried. This week on Because It Was On Jessica and Zach discuss the two iconic television shows Designing Women and The Golden Girls. The discussion focused on the shows' depiction of female friendships, attitudes towards sex, and status as gay icons.

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The Nanny and Who's The Boss: Domestic Servants and the Wealthy Executives Who Love Them May 19, 2023

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This week on Because It Was On, Jessica and Zach ponder a question that has confounded philosophers and kings for millennia: Who's the Boss? Join us as we discuss The Nanny and Who's The Boss as it relates to class, gender, and Dr. Pepper in a wine glass.

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Reba and Single Moms Who Work Too Hard May 12, 2023

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This week on Because It Was On Jessica and Zach talk about single moms who work too hard, who love their kids and never stop. They, of course, talk about the iconic, the incomparable, the legendary Reba, as well as One Day at a Time and Kate and Allie. If you have gentle hands and the heart of a fighter, join us as we talk about the sitcom genres portrayal of single motherhood and how it has changed over time.

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Postmodernism in The Contemporary Sitcom 101: What Community Says About Community May 05, 2023

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It's Jessica and Zach in the Mooooorning! This week Jessica and Zach discuss Community, Dan Harmon's writing style, the themes of community, and surprisingly a lot about Penn and Teller.
Dan Harmon's Writing Circle
Penn Jillette's Wired Interview

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You're Gonna Go to There After All: 30 Rock and The Mary Tyler Moore Show Apr 27, 2023

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Folks, I hope you're in the mood for some gaslighting and gatekeeping because it's all about girl bosses this week. Jessica and Zach discuss 30 Rock and The Mary Tyler Moore show to explore the sitcom's depiction of women in the workplace and the historic significance of both of these shows.

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Honey, We Smoked The Pot: Sitcoms and Marijuana Apr 21, 2023

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This week on Because It Was On: You know why they call it "dope", don't ya? Jessica and Zach talk about episodes of classic sitcoms that include discussions of marijuana. And they even do a little first hand research. For science!
Shows discussed on this episode:
That 70's Show
Roseanne
Frasier
Modern Family
Dinosaurs

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